Measuring
What Information Is Needed for a Curtain Track Quote?
Prepare the measurements, photos and project details needed for an accurate fitting quotation.
Illustrative design reference. Image: Bespoke Curtains, Shutters & Blinds
Quick answer
A useful quotation request should include the postcode, number of tracks, approximate lengths, mounting surface, ceiling height, curtain type and clear photos of the full window area.
Visual planning
Start with the shape of your window.
A continuous run across the opening. Plan space at each end for the curtains to stack clear of the glass.
Illustrative top view. Not a scale drawing or a fitting specification.
SECTION 01
Essential project details
Essential project details 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.
SECTION 02
Useful measurements
Useful measurements 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.
SECTION 03
Photos to send
Photos to send 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.
SECTION 04
Track already purchased
Track already purchased 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.
SECTION 05
Access and parking
Access and parking 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
Need your curtain track fitted properly?
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 get a quote without exact measurements?
Can I get a quote without exact measurements 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 I include curtain weight?
Should I include curtain weight 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 you need ceiling photos?
Do you need ceiling photos 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 several rooms be quoted together?
Can several rooms be quoted together 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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