Which Drapery Hardware Should I Use ?

One of the biggest mistakes homeowners make when trying to DIY their window treatments is choosing the wrong hardware.  The rods that you can buy at stores like Pottery Barn and Restoration Hardware are usually adjustable and not the right scale for your window. 
I like to use 2” or 2.25” wood poles for drapery panels.  They are also available in 1 3/8” and 3” diameters.
The Select Collection, and the NEW Select Limited Collection, offers a choice of stunning finishes for poles, traverse rods, brackets, finials, and rings. This collection provides a variety of beautiful drapery hardware and accessories of superior quality with lustrous finishes and amazing detail at great prices.

  The European Ambiance series recreates the extraordinary look of fine old world decorative finishes. The richness of color and detail in each finish provides endless possibilities for enhancing your window treatment. All European Ambiance Finishes may be ordered for any poles, finials, brackets or rings.  Ask your design consultant to explore the many different ways that European Ambiance Old World Custom Finishes may be used in your next design project.

The Gifer Decorative hardware line offers three different collections in different sizes and finishes.  These are a good choice when you need a smaller scale rod with a more contemporary look.

Kirsch is a brand that I have used for  many, many years and have been extremely happy with.  They offer blinds and shades as well as basic and decorative hardware. 

Artigiani is a line of iron hardware offered by Helser Brothers, with over 40 finials, 10 custom finishes, rods ranging from 7/8" to 1-3/4" diameter, and plenty of accessories.
        Isabella is a line of solid wood hardware by Helser Brothers that offers old world hand-finished quality with elegant and versatile options for the most discriminating buyer. Smooth and fluted rods combine with a classy array of finials to set the scene for any window treatment. Every piece is available in 10 fashionable finishes and in both 2" and 2-3/4" scales. 

Images from USC, Kirsch and Helser Brothers.

Even if you are using ready made panels you could splurge on nice hardware for a big impact !