Repairs & problems
Why Does My Curtain Track Keep Falling Down?
The most common reasons curtain tracks pull away from walls or ceilings and how to fix the underlying cause.
TrackFit guide
Why Does My Curtain Track Keep Falling Down?
Quick answer
Curtain tracks usually fall because the fixing surface, screws, plugs or bracket spacing are unsuitable for the curtain load. Reusing the same damaged holes rarely solves the problem.
The most common causes
- Fixings used in unsupported plasterboard
- Curtains heavier than the system was designed for
- Too few brackets
- Damaged or enlarged screw holes
- Track mounted too far from the wall
- Repeated pulling or snagging
Repair the cause, not just the hole
A lasting repair may require repositioning the brackets, fixing into structure, adding supports or replacing an undersized track.
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Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
Can I screw the track back into the same holes?
Not if the holes or surrounding material have failed. The repair needs a sound fixing point or a different support method.
Does a falling track mean the curtains are too heavy?
Possibly, but failure can also come from poor fixings, wide bracket spacing or a weak substrate.
Can the existing track be reused?
Sometimes. If the profile and brackets are undamaged and correctly rated, the main issue may be the fixing method.
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