Need double tracks for two difficult bay windows

by Emma

Hi there,

We have two big bay windows that both need ceiling fix within the bay, and wall fix returns out of bay. We'd like to hang two sets of curtains on both of them (one fine sheer layer and one slightly heavier blackout layer but not super heavy). We like the overlap 'right over left' options. Do you think it's possible for us to fit two curtain tracks, one that has sheers and doesn't come out of the bay, then one that will hold the heavier curtains that does come out of the bay? We think we will leave the sheers layer covering the window most of the time (for privacy), so we don't think that layer needs the return section.

We have tried many solutions but due to the ceiling-mounting issue, all of the store-bought tracks have been frustrating for us. Looking forward to buying one of your solutions instead.

Thanks!


Hi Emma

Thanks for getting in touch and I hope we can help you with this project. Not only are our double bay window curtain track solutions the best price you will find anywhere (and I do mean anywhere 😊).

They are also super easy to fit in your bay window. These double bay tracks come completely assembled. Made to the right size and shape. So no cutting down to size and no bending to shape.

We even supply correct plugs and screws included in the price. The same ones I have personally used to fit 1,000's of these bay tracks over many years.

Often the only proper solution to bays like yours is a custom made one. The store bought DIY solutions just don't do the job properly. Most of the time they don't have enough brackets to support the track properly. As you need more brackets with bent tracks.

Also they never seen to come with enough gliders. This means your curtains will droop as they are not supported enough.

Our regular double bay window curtain tracks solve both of these problems and will do the job needed. They will fit to the ceiling within the bay. Then be wall fixed on the returns out of the bay. You can see an image of what this will look like just below.

As you say the sheer track has only to cover the three sides within the bay. This will follow the front lip of the window sill if hanging long sheers to the floor.

The main track would fit 10cm forward of this track. This will give enough room for the main curtains to move without dragging the sheer curtains with them. All store bought double curtain tracks don't have enough space between them. Plus the double brackets that support the two tracks look really ugly.

The main track would return out of the bay on each side and be fixed using wall brackets. I recommend the tracks pass over the side walls about 20cm. This gives enough room for the curtains to stack off the bay window when open. It also allow for good positioning of the wall brackets.

I have attached a sketch of how the tracks would look fitted in the bay.





I see you would like the overlapping tracks option "right over left". Usually we do this for the main curtains front track. Then on the rear sheer curtain track. We make the track in 2 pieces that connect using the heavy duty joining splice.

You can use the calculator on the double bay window curtain track page to get an instant price. All you need is the overall size in and out of the bay where the track is likely to fit.

You can also get a price for some optional extras, such as curtain hooks, curtain draw rods, and curtain track brakes. You can see what the rods and brakes are all about in the videos below.








If you would like to go ahead with this project. Then get in touch with us via the contact form here. Or simply place your order on the double bay window curtain tracks page.

Compared to anywhere else these are a fantastic price. While also making the fitting a breeze. You can see how simple they are to fit in the video below.






All the best, Lee