A drapery bracket is essentially a support piece for holding up your curtains. It's like a hook that you attach to your wall to hold the rod or rail for your curtains. The bracket helps keep the curtains in place and makes it easier for you to open and close them. The number of brackets you need will depend on how long your curtains are and how heavy they are.Extended Wood Bracket with 6" Return for 1 3/8' Rod