Recess Curtain Track - Recessed into Ceiling - Hidden Curtain Track
Made To Measure
Per Linea Metre - This is the width of the fabric and the quantity is the number of metres rolled off the roll
5-7 Working Days
UK Mainland Over £250
FREE
Heavy Weight
Heavy Duty to 30kg
Exceptional Quality
Aluminium Profile with gliders - Contract Duty
Hand Operated
Pull across by hand
Complete Kit
Everything for 1 Installation
Hidden Recess Curtain Track - Sunken Into Ceiling Curtain Track
Transform your space with the sleek and modern look of a recess curtain track. Designed to blend seamlessly into the cut-out in your ceiling, the recess curtain track provides an invisible track look, offering a minimalist aesthetic that complements any interior decor. This innovative system is perfect for achieving a clean, uncluttered appearance while ensuring smooth and efficient curtain operation.
With easy installation and high-quality aluminium construction, the recess curtain track is both durable and versatile, suitable for various window shapes and sizes, including arches and circles. Its UV-protected, clickable carriers guarantee smooth traversing and straight hanging pleats, making it ideal for both residential and commercial applications. Upgrade your window treatments today with the elegant and functional recess curtain track.
Can be used with Wave Curtains when selecting the wave gliders. Ensure to mount 7cm infront of the wall for 60mm or 9cm for 80mm wave.
To retrospecitivly install this product you need to cut a channel into your ceiling, this has to be exact. Or we suggest using our ceiling fix version see links below. if you want a ceiling mounted unobtrusive curtain track, then use our slimline contract track
To do a fresh install - install to joists and then plasterboard upto the edge of the rail.
If you want a ceiling track that is super low profile that you can attach directly to a ceiling then this is the same profile but with brackets for easy installation to a ceiling and less than 2cm deep. slimline contract track
Features of the Recess Curtain Track Hand Drawn Track
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• Highly efficient hand drawn system for all types of medium weight draperies.
• Ceiling applications with cover caps that conceal the screws that are predilled through the system.
• Bendable; it can be curved and reversed curved using a 10 cm (4”) radius or continuous curve.
• Suitable for special window decoration as circular, arch and triangle window models.
• Heavy duty clickable carriers, UV-protected, for smooth and easy traversing.
Offset shape for straight hanging pleats. • Can also be used for Forest Easyfold System and
accordiafold drapery systems.
• Maximum fabric weight: 8 kg per meter (6 LBS per ft.).
• Track finish: chromate powder coated with a
factory applied patented dry lubricant.
Colours of the Recess curtain Track
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the track fit into the ceiling?
How much will the curtains stack back?
Is this track compatible with 60mm and 80mm wave curtains?
Can this track be used in bay windows or curved spaces?
How do I protect the track during decorating?
Any tips for installing the track in a recessed groove?
Can I fit this track retrospectively into an existing ceiling?
What weight curtains can this track hold?
Does the track come with all the fixings and gliders?
Roomshots of Recess Curtain Track
| Composition | Aluminium Tracks, Metal Brackets, Plastic Gliders |
|---|---|
| Features | Standard Gliders, 60 or 80mm Wave |
| Operation | Hand |
| Weight Guide | Stage 40kg+ |
| Delivery | 5-7 Working Days |
What are the different curtain heading options?
How to Calculate Curtain Weight?
This hidden track is amazing, our builder installed when doing our ceilings. Direct Fabrics supplied it for an L shaped window and so happy with the result. Once we have finished building we will get some curtains up.
How to Measure For Curtains, Blinds and Tracks.
Pen and Paper
For recording your
measurements.
Helper
Someone to assist if your
windows are large .
Metal Tape Measure
As this will allow you to get a
rigid full length measurement.
Make sure your curtain tracks and poles are fitted in the position you want.
Choose the type of curtains that you would like and how you want to hang your curtains. See our heading styles guide
We recommend fitting your hardware first before measuring, this avoids any issues with not getting the perfect fit.
Measure your window using our main guide. Quick summary below. Remember wave, pinch, and designer headings require slightly different measurement
Measure in 3 places and take the shortest drop – Floors and ceilings can run out.
Double / Triple check your measurements
Choosing your Curtain Track Width
The width of the curtain track should extend past your window this allows for the curtains to stack back away from your window and allow light in.
Measure your recess and then add on 15cm on either side. For acoustics , we recommend further to fully cover the window and the surrounding area. In our test we added an additional 30cm to the width and also made the curtain floor length.
Wave curtains, for every 100cm of track the curtains will stack circa *18cm
Eyelet curtains, they will stack back circa 10cm per *70cm of track width
Pencil Pleat will stack approx 25% of the track width. eg. 210cm track will stack 52.5%
* all dependent on thickness of fabric
Selecting your Curtain Drop
Where to Measure From for Different Type of Curtains
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Type of Curtains |
Fitted On |
Where to Measure from - to desired length |
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Pencil Pleat Curtains |
Curtain Track |
Top of the Track - If using a extra wide track or designer track like silent gliss metropole, then measure from the underside of the track. |
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Pencil Pleat Curtains |
Curtain Pole |
Measure from small ring at the bottom of eye under the ring, this is where your curtain clips into. |
|
Eyelet Curtains |
Curtain Pole – Only |
Top of the pole *we add on the upstand to our curtains, |
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Pinch Pleat Curtains |
Curtain Track |
The underside of the track |
|
Wave Curtains |
Curtain Track Designer Pole |
The glider underneath the track. The curtain will sit under the track. |
|
Acoustic Curtains |
See Heading Style of Choice above |
Same but make sure wider than normal ideally 30cm past either side and 30 above. Also to the floor. |
How to Measure for Blinds going Inside the Recess
- Measure the exact width of the recess in three places; at the top of the recess, in the centre of the recess and near the bottom - then take the smallest size.
- Measure the exact drop of the recess in three places on the left hand side of the recess, in the centre of the recess and on the right hand side of the recess - then take the smallest size.
- We will take one cm off the finished width size you have given us, to allow for the blind to pull up and down easily.
- Double check your measurements
- Cord Safety - Mounting Height - We ask for the mounting height of your blinds to allow for the cord to be 150cm off the ground. If mounting at 210cm This is what you enter in the Fitting height box. We make a deduction to ensure the cord is 150cm from the floor. Thus the cord loop will be 60cm
How to Measure Outside of the Recess
- Measure the recess in 3 places on the width and also 3 places on the drop. Take the widest measurement.
- Measure the width of the actual recess plus an additional amount – Usually from 7cm-15cm whatever you think looks appropriate. This is for overlap.
- Measure the exact drop of the recess. The blind would be fitted above the recess, so check the space above and add an amount on to the drop – usually from 7-15cm
- These sizes you have taken will be the size of the finished blind.
- Double check your measurements
- Cord Safety - Mounting Height - We ask for the mounting height of your blinds to allow for the cord to be 150cm off the ground. If mounting at 210cm This is what you enter in the fitting height box. We make a deduction to ensure the cord is 150cm from the floor. Thus the cord loop will be 60cm
Cubicle Tracks you have to measure with right angles from wall to wall where you want the track to go
Draw your room on a piece of paper with a sky view
Now measure from the wall to wall for straight tracks,
L Shape Tracks Measure to a point on the floor and mark with a piece of tape. Then for the other sides measure from the other wall to that point.
Always check for obstructions and fitting issues you may need to work around
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