Drop Cloth Curtains for the Pergola

Drop Cloth Curtains for the Pergola

 

 

 

I made drop cloth curtains for our pergola mostly to keep out leaves and rain. This is what it took to accomplish this project. 

 

First, for the curtain rods, I bought Allied Tube & Conduit 1/2 in. x 10 ft. Electric Metallic Tube Conduit Model # 101543 Store SKU # 203106  from Home Depot for $2.24 a 10 ft. section.

 

The steel conduit comes in 10 foot lengths and my pergola measures 11 foot for hanging drapes. I decided to have Home Depot cut the pipe 5 1/2 foot lengths which Home depot did for free. So I have some extra pipe for another project coming soon.

 

Since the conduit was so cheap I didn't mind buying 16 ten foot lengths cut into 5 1/2 foot sections.

 

To hang the conduit, I used Lehigh 10 lb. x 4-3/8 in. Zinc-Plated Steel Screw Hooks (2-Pack) Model # 7220S-12 Store SKU # 140171 for $1.92 a 2 pack.

 

For the drop cloth drapes, I ordered online only from

Home Depot the 6 ft. x 9 ft. 8-oz. Canvas Drop Cloth (2-Pack)  Model # 692pk Internet # 203747165  for $10.98 a bag. 

 

I thought this was a great deal but if I ever do this again I will look for mildew resistant drop cloths for an outdoor project.  The drop cloths already have seams so it was just a matter of folding over the top and sewing two seams. And there you have it!

 Drop cloth curtains! 

 

 

But just incase you have an episode with finding mildew the third week, it's not a total loss. I just soaked two panels at a time in a washing machine with a full load of water and 1 cup of bleach. I used concentrated bleach. I just soaked all day or night, then wash, rinse, check that all mildew is gone, then dry as usual.

 

 

Next pre-treat when you hang them with a mildew resistant product. I found Concrobium Mold Control®, 1 Gal. Jug for $19.99 at Tractor Supply. Just follow instructions. I just hanged the drapes and sprayed them on both sides and let them hang to dry.

Here is more about this product:

Concrobium Mold Control® is a professional grade solution that offers the latest in antimicrobial technology. An E.P.A registered solution that provides fungistat/mildewstat effectiveness that eliminates and prevents mold on any surface. Contains no bleach, ammonia, acids or VOCs. No odor and requires zero isolation time. Does not require special handling or protective equipment. no dilution required. Simply spray directly onto moldy surface and allow to dry. Once dry, the mold will be eliminated and can be cleaned from the surface. Once the surface has been cleaned we recommend a second application to the surface and allowed to dry. This will provide a preventative barrier to prevent against future mold growth.

• 1 Gal. Jug
• Unscented
• Clear
• Sodium Bicarbonate
• Limited warranty

Hope this is helpful! Thank you for stopping by!

 

 

 

 

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