Helpful tips

What are the curtains called that go on a track?

What are the curtains called that go on a track?

Pencil pleat curtains can be hung from a track or a pole. Tab top and Eyelet curtains must be hung from a pole. Pinch and Goblet pleat curtains can be hung from a track or pole but as they hang underneath either, to enable the curtains to concertina back properly, the track or pole will be in full view.

Can any curtain go on a track?

Can any curtain be fitted to a track? Curtains with a pencil pleat, pinch pleat or wave header style can be fitted to a curtain track. However, eyelet curtains can only be fitted to a curtain pole. This is because the round eyelets need a curved surface to glide smoothly across.

Where should curtain tracks be placed?

We recommend that your curtain track sits 10cm above the window, and is longer than the window width by around 10cm on either side. Follow the instructions included in the pack if you need to cut the track down to size.

How do curtain tracks work?

Corded curtain tracks, they do what they say on the tin. The have a cord to the side of the track which you pull to open and close the curtains. This cord should always be secured to the wall and a minimum of 1.5m from the ground – this will ensure that a child will not be able to get entangled in the cord.

Can you bend swish curtain track?

To start with, if this is your first time fitting a track into a bay we highly recommend that you choose a PVC track. This includes the Swish Sologlyde, Swish Deluxe, Swish Superluxe and Harrison Drape Standard Drape. With the material being PVC it’s easy to bend by hand.

How are curtain tracks mounted on the wall?

Some wall mounted curtain tracks like the 5400 and 3112 tracks are mounted flush to the wall with screws and do not require any additional mounting brackets or hardware. Others, like the 84003 or 4108 tracks, utilize wall brackets that provide space between the wall and the track.

What kind of tracks are used for drapery?

Others, like the 84003 or 4108 tracks, utilize wall brackets that provide space between the wall and the track. The 84003 and 6100 tracks also offer double wall brackets that allow a pair of wall mounted drapery tracks to be run in parallel to accommodate combinations of draperies like sheers and black out curtains.

What’s the best way to hang curtains on a wall?

The VIDGA curtain hanging system makes it easy to hang curtains over windows, on walls, around corners, and even as room dividers around a bed. Simply twist and click pieces to connect track rails together and mount fittings. VIDGA gives you endless possibilities to help create your dream window solution.

What kind of hooks are used for track curtains?

All hooks are free rolling and move smooth within the track. Hooks easily transition from track to track and from open to closed. Attractive, inexpensive and easily installed, ceiling track roller hooks can be the perfect answer to your window, space or storage needs.