Windows
Curtain Tracks for Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
Create a full-height curtain treatment across large areas of glazing.
TrackFit guide
Curtain Tracks for Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
Quick answer
Floor-to-ceiling windows usually suit ceiling-mounted tracks because they preserve the vertical line and can cover wide glazing. Track rigidity, support spacing and stack-back become especially important.
Full-height appearance
Full-height appearance 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.
Long track spans
Long track spans 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.
Heavy curtains
Heavy curtains 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.
Glazing and handles
Glazing and handles 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.
Stack-back
Stack-back 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
Are ceiling tracks best for full-height windows?
Are ceiling tracks best for full-height windows 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 long tracks sag?
Can long tracks sag 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.
What curtains suit large glazing?
What curtains suit large glazing 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.
How do you reduce light gaps?
How do you reduce light gaps 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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