Can I hang curtains in this bay window?

by Tracy Revill
(Grimsby)

I have a 3 sided bay window, the dimensions are

24 inches x 68 x 24 with the side wall being 10 inches either side

The existing curtain pole isn’t very sturdy and I cannot get curtains to pull around due to the brackets

I would like full length curtains which means the rail needs to be proud of the window to allow the curtains to clear the radiator and sill




Hi Tracy

The good news is "YES" and you will be keeping the boards fitted to the ceiling. Although if you don't mind doing a bit of remedial/decorating work. You can remove the boards. Then fill the holes and paint the ceiling in your bay.

This will then allow you to fit your new bay track directly to the ceiling. That will look so much better. You don't need to worry about fitting to the bay window ceiling. Take a look at these videos below as they show how I approach this situation.

For now I'm going to assume you're keeping the boards on the ceiling. If so then fitting your curtain track so the front edge of the track is lined up with the front edge of the boards. Your curtains will then hang straight down where you want them to.

If any of my assumptions are not correct then let me know via the contact form here.

How to order your bay window curtain track

You will need what we call a "splay bay with returns" bay track.

It would be top fixed (ceiling brackets) all the way around including the returns out of the bay on each side.

Click the image below to watch the video at the top of the homepage on the website. It will show you exactly how to successfully place your order using the simple to use calculator.



I recommend our regular bay window curtain track. These tracks are custom-bent to fit your window exactly in our workshop and cannot be bent at home. They are also made to the exact size.

You can also see in the image above the overlapping tracks. This is great option for perfect hanging curtain when closed. Rather than just butting up together when closed. This is a no cost option.

You can get an exact cost for one to fit your bay perfectly using the simple calculator on the regular bay window curtain track page here.

A fantastic price and a great guarantee

We Guarantee these tracks for 10 years. However, they will last longer if you give them a little spray in the glider channel with silicone spray once a year. You buy a can from most DIY stores.

We also guarantee you won't find a better bay window curtain track for the price. I know as I regularly check our prices against our competitors.

These ceiling-fixed bay tracks are super easy to fit. Especially in your case being all ceiling (top) fixed. After your bay track has arrived and you unpack it. It will be packed in protective paper and delivered in a sturdy carboard box.

You will see it is fully assembled and can be held straight up to the front edge of the boards. Then secured in place with the 30mm screws provided.

You mat find it useful to have someone help when it comes to the fitting of this track. One holds one side up while the other holds and fits the screws in place. Then move over to the other side and fit some screws. It shouldn't take more than 10 to 15 minutes before you are ready to hang your curtains.

I hope this helps you decide if what we offer works for you. Any other questions then please just get in touch.


All the best, Lee