6 alternative uses for tension rods – our editors reveal how they've utilized this nifty hardware around their homes for storage, concealment and privacy

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The humble tension rod is far from the most exciting or decorative home purchase. More often than not, they are used to hike up a shower curtain when we can’t drill into tiled bathroom walls or otherwise left to collect dust in the store.

However, these no-drill hanging rods have a whole range of other uses around the home, from improving home storage ideas to increasing privacy, and all without any need for serious DIY.