How to Measure a Curved 7-Sided Bay Window with Returns
Follow this guide to take all the measurements we need to make your bay window curtain track.
This measuring guide is for a curved bay with seven sections inside the bay, where the curtain track will also continue out of the bay onto the wall at both sides.
If your bay looks like the shape shown here, you’re in the right place. Get your measuring template ready and I’ll take you through each measurement one at a time.
Before You Start Measuring
First, get something ready to record your measurements on. Our printable template is the easiest option, but you can also draw your own if you don’t have a printer.
View & Print Your Measuring Template
Open the measuring template for this curved 5-sided bay shape and print a copy ready to write your measurements on.
View & Print Template →Don’t Have a Printer?
That’s fine. Watch this short video and I’ll show you how to make your own measuring template on a blank sheet of paper.
Watch the Video →Make Measuring Easier with Post-it Notes
See how to mark the measuring points around your bay so you always know exactly where each measurement starts and finishes.
Watch the Post-it Note Tip →Now Measure Your Curved 5-Sided Bay Window
Have your measuring template, tape measure and pen ready.
The red letters in the video show the measuring points around your bay. I’ll take you through each measurement one at a time, with the arrow on screen showing exactly which two points to measure between.
Your Measuring Is Complete
Now you’ve completed your measurements and written them on your template, take a clear photo or scan of it now.
Keep the image handy. When you place your order, you can simply upload it to the order form when asked.
You won’t need to type all those measurements into the form again.
Ready to Order Your Bay Track?
You’ve measured your bay and saved a photo of your completed template, so you’re ready to start your order.
The Regular Bay Track is our most popular option and is the right choice for most hand-drawn bay window curtains.
No problem. Choose the type of bay track you’re interested in below.
Still not sure which track is right for you? Use our Curtain Track Finder and we’ll help point you towards the most suitable option.
