Windows
Curtain Tracks for Apex Windows
Understand angled tracks, curtain control and fixing requirements for triangular glazing.
TrackFit guide
Curtain Tracks for Apex Windows
Quick answer
Apex windows require tracks that follow the roof angle and a curtain design that remains controlled on a slope. Standard straight-track assumptions do not apply.
Following the roof angle
Following the roof angle should be considered as part of the complete installation rather than in isolation.
The correct choice depends on the window, curtain weight, available fixing surface and how the curtains need to operate each day.
Curtain control
Curtain control should be considered as part of the complete installation rather than in isolation.
The correct choice depends on the window, curtain weight, available fixing surface and how the curtains need to operate each day.
- Check the fixing surface before ordering.
- Allow enough room for the curtains to move freely.
- Match the track and gliders to the curtain weight.
- Plan the finished appearance as well as the practical operation.
Fixing surfaces
Fixing surfaces should be considered as part of the complete installation rather than in isolation.
The correct choice depends on the window, curtain weight, available fixing surface and how the curtains need to operate each day.
Track joins
Track joins should be considered as part of the complete installation rather than in isolation.
The correct choice depends on the window, curtain weight, available fixing surface and how the curtains need to operate each day.
- Check the fixing surface before ordering.
- Allow enough room for the curtains to move freely.
- Match the track and gliders to the curtain weight.
- Plan the finished appearance as well as the practical operation.
Access height
Access height should be considered as part of the complete installation rather than in isolation.
The correct choice depends on the window, curtain weight, available fixing surface and how the curtains need to operate each day.
TrackFit installer note
A reliable installation comes from matching the track, brackets, fixings and curtain load as one complete system.
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Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
Can curtains hang on a sloping track?
Can curtains hang on a sloping track depends on the track system, curtain weight and fixing conditions. Check the manufacturer's guidance and assess the full installation rather than one component alone.
Do apex curtains slide down?
Do apex curtains slide down depends on the track system, curtain weight and fixing conditions. Check the manufacturer's guidance and assess the full installation rather than one component alone.
Can tracks follow both sides of an apex?
Can tracks follow both sides of an apex depends on the track system, curtain weight and fixing conditions. Check the manufacturer's guidance and assess the full installation rather than one component alone.
Are special gliders needed?
Are special gliders needed depends on the track system, curtain weight and fixing conditions. Check the manufacturer's guidance and assess the full installation rather than one component alone.
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