Measuring
How to Measure a Bay Window for a Curtain Track
Measure every section, angle and obstruction before ordering a bay track.
TrackFit guide
How to Measure a Bay Window for a Curtain Track
Quick answer
Measure each straight section of the bay separately, record the angles between sections and note the exact mounting line. Photos, ceiling depth and obstruction measurements are essential for a reliable result.
Choose the mounting line
Choose the mounting line 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.
Measure each section
Measure each section 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.
Record angles
Record angles 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 symmetry
Check symmetry 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.
Photograph the bay
Photograph the bay 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.
Professional installation
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Send us your postcode, measurements and photos. We can assess the track type, fixing surface and access before providing a quotation.
Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
Can I measure a bay with a tape measure?
Can I measure a bay with a tape measure 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 I need the exact angles?
Do I need the exact angles 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.
Should measurements follow the wall or ceiling?
Should measurements follow the wall or ceiling 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 bay tracks be joined?
Can bay tracks be joined 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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