Choosing the Right Bay Window Curtain Track
Not sure which curtain track will work best in your bay window? I’ll help you understand the options, avoid common problems and choose a track that works properly.
Bay windows can be awkward. There are bends and corners to consider, different fixing positions and curtains that need to glide smoothly around the whole window.
I’ve put together these practical guides to help you choose a suitable track, whether you’re replacing an old one or fitting curtains in your bay for the first time.
And if you’d rather avoid bending and shaping a track yourself, our made-to-measure aluminium bay tracks arrive professionally shaped and ready to fit.
A properly shaped bay track makes fitting easier and helps your curtains move smoothly.
Find the Right Curtain Track for Your Bay Window
The guides below answer some of the questions I hear most often from customers.
You’ll find advice about DIY bendable tracks, curtain poles, heavy curtains, fitting difficulties and why some curtains struggle around bay window corners.
If you’re still weighing up your options, start with the first guide. It explains the differences between a DIY bendable track and a custom-made bay window curtain track.
What Is the Best Curtain Track for a Bay Window?
Compare DIY bendable tracks with custom-made aluminium bay tracks, and discover why the way a track is shaped makes such a difference.
Can You Use a Straight Curtain Track in a Bay Window?
Some straight tracks can be bent to fit a bay, but not all of them work well around corners. Find out what to look out for.
Are Bay Window Curtain Tracks Hard to Fit?
Fitting a bay track doesn’t have to be difficult. Discover why a track that arrives already shaped can make the job much easier.
Why Do Curtains Stick Around Bay Window Corners?
Curtains catching on bends can be frustrating. Learn what causes the problem and why the right track makes curtain movement easier.
Are Bay Window Curtain Poles a Good Idea?
Thinking about fitting a curtain pole instead of a track? Find out where bay poles can become awkward and what alternatives are available.
Do I Need a Heavy-Duty Bay Window Curtain Track?
Not every bay window needs a heavy-duty track. Learn when extra strength is worthwhile and when a standard aluminium track is perfectly suitable.
Prefer a Bay Track That’s Already Shaped to Fit?
If you’d rather avoid bending a curtain track yourself, that’s exactly what we can help with.
Our aluminium bay window curtain tracks are made to suit the shape of your window and arrive ready to fit. There’s no bending or shaping to do during installation.
For most domestic bay windows, our Regular Bay Window Curtain Track is a good place to start. It’s suitable for a wide range of everyday curtains and comes with our 10-year quality guarantee.
You only need the overall track length to get a price and place your order. I’ll collect and check your detailed bay measurements afterwards.
Still Not Sure Which Track to Choose?
Try our Curtain Track Finder to narrow down the options. Or send me a couple of photos of your bay window and I’ll help you choose a suitable track from our range.
Helpful Next Steps
Once you’ve chosen the type of track you’d like, the next step is planning where it will fit and getting your measurements together.
