Choosing
Recessed Curtain Tracks
Plan a concealed curtain track within a ceiling recess for a minimal architectural finish.
TrackFit guide
Recessed Curtain Tracks
Quick answer
A recessed curtain track must be planned before the ceiling is finished. The recess needs enough width, depth and structural support for the track, gliders and curtain stack while remaining accessible for maintenance.
What a recessed track is
What a recessed track is 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.
Planning the recess size
Planning the recess size 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.
Structural support
Structural support 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.
Lighting and pelmets
Lighting and pelmets 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.
Maintenance access
Maintenance access 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 a track be recessed into an existing ceiling?
Can a track be recessed into an existing 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.
How wide should a curtain recess be?
How wide should a curtain recess be 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 double tracks be concealed?
Can double tracks be concealed 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 recessed tracks suit heavy curtains?
Do recessed tracks suit heavy curtains 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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