Can I Fit Double Curtain Tracks to My Ceiling?
Introduction
A common question we get is: “Can I fit double curtain tracks to my ceiling?”
The short answer is yes, you can — and in most cases, it’s the neatest and most practical solution. Whether you’re pairing voiles with main curtains, or need tracks to run across a bay or bifold doors, ceiling fixing keeps everything tidy, discreet, and functional.
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Free remake if it doesn’t fit — even if mis-measured
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Short step-by-steps so you know it’s right
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You pay for length only — big savings on multi-bend bays
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Why Ceiling Fixing Works Best
Ceiling fixing has two big advantages:
- Neat and discreet → white tracks blend in with most ceilings, so your focus stays on the curtains, not the track.
- Practical → no bulky battens or brackets, just a flush finish that works in bays, across wide windows, or over bifold doors.
If you want a modern, streamlined look, ceiling fixing is the way to go.
How to Set Up Double Curtain Tracks
The simplest way to create a double track system is to fit two parallel tracks directly to the ceiling:
- Leave around 10cm between the tracks for standard curtains.
- Allow a little more space if you’re planning on hanging wave-style curtains so the fabric has room to fall naturally.
- You can choose to:
- Hand draw both tracks.
- Cord operate both tracks.
- Or mix — corded for your main curtains, hand draw for voiles.
This gives you complete flexibility to operate each curtain layer separately.
Avoiding Light Gaps
One concern with double tracks is light gaps at the ends. The good news is there are simple fixes:
- Small end tracks → wrap your curtains around the return to block gaps.
- Screw eyes → fit discreetly into the ceiling and hook the last curtain rings through for a neat wraparound effect.
We often use these on bay windows to eliminate side light leaks.
Fixing Side Gaps in Bay Window Curtains
When you fit a curtain track inside a bay window, especially with a deep sill, the curtains often sit further forward so they can hang freely. The downside is that this can leave gaps at the sides of the bay, where light leaks in between the curtain and the window frame. In this video, I’ll show you a simple solution using screw eyes — a quick and discreet way to hook the curtains around the corners and close those gaps for good.
How to Use Screw Eyes to Eliminate Side Gaps
Introduction
Hi, I’m Lee Stevens from ezecurtains.co.uk. Some of our customers only want tracks fitted within a bay window. That’s absolutely fine — but if you have a deeper windowsill, your curtains may need to sit further out to clear the sill and hang freely. In this case, you’ll almost certainly need to ceiling fix the track within the bay.
The Problem with Side Gaps
Ceiling fixing inside the bay is neat and practical, but it creates a common problem: gaps at the outside edges. These gaps appear down the sides of the window, between the curtain and the frame, and let in unwanted light.
The Solution: Screw Eyes
You can easily solve this issue by using screw eyes for the last couple of curtain hooks. This allows you to hook the curtains around the corner at the end of the bay, neatly closing the gap.
In the video clip, you’ll see how the track ends within the bay — but the curtains are hooked around the corner using screw eyes to block the side light.
Ordering Made Simple
When ordering, simply select “Option 1: Track fixing to ceiling within bay only” on the menu. You don’t need to worry about adding screw eyes separately. When we draw out your bay shape, we review the photo you send with your order. If screw eyes are needed, we’ll add them automatically to your order — no extra steps required.
Conclusion
I hope this was useful. You’ll find a link just below the video to the form for your curtain track order. Thanks for watching!
- If your windowsill is deep, tracks and curtains may need to sit further out — usually ceiling fixed inside the bay.
- This can leave gaps at the outer edges of the bay, letting light down the sides.
- Solve the problem by using screw eyes for the last curtain hooks.
- Screw eyes let you hook curtains around the bay corner to close side gaps.
- No need to order screw eyes separately — we add them automatically if your photos show they’re needed.
Video Highlights
- Deep sills? Ceiling fix inside bay.
- Gaps at edges are common.
- Use screw eyes to hook curtains round corners.
- We add them automatically if needed.
Video Highlights
Choosing the Right Track Style
We offer two ceiling-mounted track options:
- Regular Ceiling Fix Curtain Track → strong, reliable, suitable for all curtain types.
- Slimline Ceiling Fix Curtain Track → sleeker profile with the same strength, ideal if you want a more discreet look.
👉 Both can carry heavy, lined curtains with blackout or thermal lining — no problem.
If you’d like a different finish, we also supply a silver track for a contemporary style.
Curtain Configurations That Work Well
Here are a few ideas for how to set up your curtains on a double track:
- Voiles + main curtains → voiles filter light in the day, main curtains close at night.
- Corner meeting → in a bay or angled room, single curtains from each side meeting in the corner looks balanced.
- Different headings →
- French pleat curtains sit snug to the ceiling.
- Wave style curtains hang just below the track for a soft, modern finish.
Simple to Fit Yourself
Don’t worry about ceiling fixings — it’s easier than you think.
- Your tracks arrive bent to shape (if needed) and with brackets pre-attached.
- Most ceilings are plasterboard, which is perfectly fine with the plugs and screws we supply.
- If you’d like reassurance, see our [ceiling fitting videos] for extra confidence.
You don’t need special tools or battens — just a drill, screws, and a step ladder.
Next Steps
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