How to Fix Shower Curtain Rings

One of the parts of the shower ensemble that we take for granted is simple: the shower curtain rings! Our daily shower is such an ingrained part of our daily routine that we barely think about the quick second it takes to pull our shower curtain closed, let alone the rings that allow this simple maneuver possible. Of course, if you have broken shower curtain rings, suddenly you become inconveniently aware of their presence - or lack thereof. Here's how to fix your shower curtain rings for the long-term so you can get back to your daily routine.

First, go out to a home furnishing store and buy a new set of curtain rings. You'll be replacing all of the rings - remember that inside the home, uniformity in color and shape will be important when it comes to a "crowd" of parts like shower curtain rings. Your goal here will be to replace ever shower curtain ring, even the ones that are not broken. Once you've replaced them all, you'll feel better knowing you have a fresh set of curtain rings through every hole on your shower curtain.

In order to start fixing them, simply remove them. This might require taking the shower curtain off of the dowel first - don't try to pull it all down using force. After all, most household accidents take place inside the bathroom. Now that you've got the curtain off, pull off your shower curtain rings one by one. (Note: In some cases, you might have to take off the shower curtain rings one by one in order to get the curtain off. Whatever order works better, use it.)

Now you can start applying your shower curtain rings. One of the best ways to do this is to put the ring through the hole in the curtain so that you can attach the rings and curtain all at once when you're ready. Some shower curtain rings might be hard to figure out, but once you've figured out their mechanism - and some are quite simple - you'll be able to replace them all in no time.

Voila! You should now have a shower curtain attached firmly to the dowel in your shower, with a fresh set of rings keeping it attached. You should be able to enjoy this new setup for years. Until, of course, the next bathroom project shows up.

Photo Credits: Darwin Bell

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