Planning Made-to-Measure Curtains for a Bay Window
If you’re planning to order made-to-measure curtains for a bay window, there are a few decisions worth making before you place the order.
You’ll need to choose a curtain maker, understand what you’re getting for your money and decide how the curtain track fits into the overall project.
Getting these decisions in the right order can make buying your new curtains much simpler and help you avoid problems later.
A quick note: We don’t sell curtains ourselves, but customers buying our made-to-measure tracks often ask me these questions when ordering their curtains.
Start With the Decision You’re Trying to Make
You don’t need to read these guides in any particular order. Just choose the question that matches where you are in the buying process.
Where Should I Buy Made-to-Measure Curtains for a Bay Window?
Understand the main types of curtain maker, why their prices and services differ, and how to decide which type of supplier is right for you.
Choose a Curtain Maker →Why Are Made-to-Measure Curtains So Expensive?
If you’re used to buying ready-made curtains, the price can come as a surprise. See why made-to-measure costs more and what you’re actually getting for the extra money.
Understand the Price Difference →Should You Buy a Bay Track From Your Curtain Maker?
If your curtain maker also offers a bay track, find out what type of track you’re being offered and what I’d check before adding it to your curtain order.
What to Check Before Buying →Should I Fit My Bay Window Curtain Track Before Ordering My Curtains?
See why fitting the bay track first makes your curtain width and drop much easier to measure accurately, particularly if you’re ordering pinch pleat curtains.
See Which to Order First →Your Curtains and Track Are Two Separate Buying Decisions
Your curtains and curtain track need to work together, but they don’t need to come from the same company.
You can choose your curtain maker because you like their fabrics, making options, service and price. Then choose the curtain track based on what you want your new curtains hanging from.
This is particularly worth thinking about with a bay window. Some bay tracks are supplied straight and shaped during fitting, while others can be custom made to the measurements and shape of your bay before they’re delivered.
Rather than treating the track as something to add onto the curtain order, I’d make each purchase on its own merits.
Already Chosen Your Curtain Maker?
If you’ve already decided where you’re buying your curtains, you may now be at the stage of working through their online order form.
Our other made-to-measure curtain guides explain the choices you’ll be asked to make and the measurements you may need to enter.
Ready to Choose Your Bay Window Curtain Track?
If you’re planning to get the track sorted before ordering your curtains, you can compare our made-to-measure bay window curtain track options in one place.
