Quick Answer

There is no single bracket number that suits every bay window curtain track.

As a guide, the average bracket spacing on EZECurtains bay window curtain tracks is approximately 30cm. Some brackets may be slightly closer together or further apart depending on the shape of the bay window and where support is needed most.

The most important areas to support are the bends, the return sections and the areas where the curtains stack back when open.

Why We Use Around 30cm Bracket Spacing

The average bracket spacing on our bay window curtain tracks is approximately 30cm.

This does not mean every bracket is exactly 30cm from the next one. Some may be a little closer and others may be slightly wider apart depending on the bay shape.

The aim is to give the track strong, even support throughout the bay window.

One of the main benefits of closer bracket spacing is that the curtain weight is spread across more fixing points. This means each bracket does less work, which helps the track stay secure and stable over the long term.

This is especially important on bay windows because the curtains are usually larger and heavier than the curtains used on a standard straight window.

Why Bends Need Brackets Close By

Every time a curtain track bends around a bay window, that bend needs proper support.

As the curtains are opened and closed, the gliders have to travel around each corner of the bay. This places more pressure on the bend than on a simple straight section of track.

For this reason, we usually position a bracket close to both sides of each bend.

This helps support the track as the curtains move around the corner and reduces unwanted movement in the track.

Good support around the bends also helps the curtains move more smoothly, especially when the curtains are wide, lined or used every day.

Why Brackets Are Often Closer Together at the Ends

Many people assume the middle of the bay window carries the most curtain weight.

In practice, a lot of the weight is often concentrated near the ends of the track when the curtains are fully open.

This is where the curtains stack back, so several folds of curtain fabric can be sitting in a relatively small area.

For this reason, brackets are often positioned slightly closer together near the ends of the track to provide extra support where the curtain weight is greatest.

This is particularly useful on larger bay windows and with heavier curtain fabrics.

Ceiling Brackets Arrive Pre-Fitted on Our Bay Tracks

If you choose ceiling fixing, the brackets are supplied pre-fitted to the track in the correct positions.

This removes much of the guesswork during fitting because the bracket layout has already been worked out for the shape of your bay window.

You can still make small side-to-side adjustments during fitting if needed.

In most cases, you can simply push the bracket along the track slightly with your thumb to move it into the best position.

This allows a little flexibility during fitting without losing the benefit of having the brackets already positioned correctly.

What to Check Before Ordering

If you are comparing bay window curtain tracks from different suppliers, it is worth checking how many brackets are included before ordering.

It is also worth asking how the supplier decides the bracket spacing.

The information in this article relates specifically to EZECurtains custom made bay window curtain tracks. Other suppliers may use different spacing depending on their track design, bracket style and fitting method.

The important thing is not just the number of brackets supplied. It is whether the track is properly supported around the bends, returns and areas where the curtains place the greatest load on the track.