- What is a traverse rod used for?
- It is a rod with a cord and pulleys that draws curtains open and closed from one side. It suits sliding doors and wide windows where reaching the middle of the rod is awkward.
- How wide a window will it fit?
- It is a single short length, so measure your window before buying. It is meant for narrow windows and will not span a wide opening without extra pieces.
- Will it hold heavy or lined curtains?
- It is a light-duty rod with PVC parts. Heavy, lined or blackout drapes are likely to strain the mechanism; lighter fabrics are the safer match.
- Does it come with brackets and hooks?
- Check the box contents for brackets, carriers and cord before installing. The rod itself is the core item, and extra hardware may be needed for some mounts.
- Can I cut it to fit?
- The metal rod can usually be shortened with a hacksaw, but cutting affects the cord path. Measure first and avoid cutting unless you can rethread the traverse system.
- Where is the Achim Porter Traverse cheapest?
- At The Home Depot, for $56.11, 39% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Achim Porter Traverse?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Walmart, JCPenney, Kohl's.