What are my Curtain Lining Options?

Curtain Linings We offer a range of linings for your curtains, suitable for various applications. Each lining type serves a specific purpose, ensuring the best results for your needs. Choosing the Right Lining Domestic or Hotel Curtains: Blackout lining to block light and darken rooms. Hospital or Salon Cubicle Curtains: Unlined with dimout material to reduce light naturally. Room Dividers: Acoustic bonded blackout lining to reduce sound transfer, provide blackout, and offer thermal insulation. All linings from Direct Fabrics are flame-retardant and certified to BS5867 for commercial use. Curtain Lining Range Unlined Curtains Unlined curtains are a cost-effective option. If the fabric is dimout or blackout, it can provide up to 90% dimout or 100% blackout. The track location affects the light filtering. Polyester Light Weight Lining This low-cost flame-retardant lining enhances fullness and drape. It can be washed up to 50 times and adds a luxurious feel to dimout and blackout fabrics. Blackout Curtain Lining 3-pass blackout lining ensures 100% blackout. It is certified to BS5867 Part2B and can be washed 10 times. This lining enhances thermal insulation and draping. Acoustic Blackout Lining Heavyweight interlined 3-pass blackout fleece improves acoustics, blocks sound transfer, and provides excellent thermal insulation. Acoustically tested to 9db.

What are the different curtain heading options?

Please read this style guide for useful for information on heading choices for your curtains. You can go through our guide for choosing which heading style will work best in your room. They are in order of price with pencil pleat curtains being the lowest cost followed by eyelets, pinch pleats and finally goblet. Please read this style guide for useful for information on heading choices for your curtains. You can go through our guide for choosing which heading style will work best in your room. They are in order of price with pencil pleat curtains being the lowest cost followed by eyelets, pinch pleats and finally goblet. Pencil Pleat Heading Pencil pleat is the traditional style of curtain heading that is a used in most windows and gives a lovely finish. You have the flexibility from the stitched in curtain tape which allows you to alter the height above your track and pole. Eyelet Curtains Heading A modern finish which the pole slots through the curtains, this means you can a lovely feature of your pole with a contrast of the metal against the curtain fabric. 2 Options Available Standard 44mm Eyelets for 28mm & 35mm Pole 66mm Eyelets for 40mm+ poles can be opted for by contacting the team Pinch Pleat Curtain Heading A traditional heading style that looks grand in any setting. Wave Curtain Heading Modern and elegant curtain heading either in a 60mm deep pleat or 80mm.

How to Install Curtain Rails & Blinds into Plaster Board

The secret to a curtain rail or blind staying in place for years to come is the fixings, Using quality fixings enables you to rest assured that a window shading solution stays up and sturdy for a lifetime. For a strong fixing using the hollow wall anchors that grip the back of the plasterboard. Provides a very strong fixing, but always speak to your builder or carpenter for their recommendation

How to Calculate Curtain Weight?

(Flat measurement of curtains x drop of curtains) * square metre weight of fabric. Example Regency flame retardant velvet curtains, fabric weight 363gm per square metre, plus lining 200gms per square metre. Thus circa 563 grams per square. Metre. flat curtain measurement 1000cm, drop of 300cm. Thus 30 sqm of fabric. Total weight is 30sqm x 0.563kg = 16.89kg.

Which Size Curtain Eyelet do i need for my poles?

When you use eyelet curtains on your eyelet curtain poles. You want to have space for the eyelet to glide across the curtain pole. We suggest using the following dimater eyelets with the following poles Eyelet Size Pole Diameter 44mm 19mm 28mm, 35mm Max 66mm 50mm Poles

How much space will my curtains take up when stacking back

Choosing the right pole or track length for your curtains is essential to ensure they stack perfectly, providing an unobstructed view and allowing natural light into your room. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of calculating the ideal curtain pole or track length based on different curtain heading styles, how many fabric widths you need for proper fullness, and how much space you should leave for stacking. Whether you're working with pencil pleat, eyelet, triple pinch pleat, or the popular wave heading, this guide will provide all the information you need. Curtain Stack Back Calculator I know my window width I know my track length Enter Window Width (cm): Measure the actual glass width between reveals Enter Track Length (cm): Use this if you already have a fixed track, pole, or wall/ceiling run length Select Curtain Heading Style: -- Select heading style -- Pencil Pleat (25% stack) Triple Pinch Pleat (25% stack) Eyelet (20% stack) Wave 60mm pitch (23% stack) Wave 80mm pitch (18% stack) Curtain Split: Pair (two curtains) Single (one side only) Calculate Stack Back Results Your results will appear here after clicking Calculate. Window Width -- Recommended Track Length -- Total Stack Back -- Stack Back Per Side -- Visible Window Opening -- Track utilisation breakdown Stack Open Stack var dfCurrentMode = 'width'; function dfSwitchMode(mode) { dfCurrentMode = mode; var widthBtn = document.getElementById('dfModeWidthBtn'); var trackBtn = document.getElementById('dfModeTrackBtn'); if (mode === 'width') { document.getElementById('dfWidthInputGroup').style.display = 'block'; document.getElementById('dfTrackInputGroup').style.display = 'none'; widthBtn.className = 'px-5 py-2 text-sm font-semibold bg-blue-600 text-white'; trackBtn.className = 'px-5 py-2 text-sm font-semibold bg-gray-100 text-gray-700'; } else { document.getElementById('dfWidthInputGroup').style.display = 'none'; document.getElementById('dfTrackInputGroup').style.display = 'block'; widthBtn.className = 'px-5 py-2 text-sm font-semibold bg-gray-100 text-gray-700'; trackBtn.className = 'px-5 py-2 text-sm font-semibold bg-blue-600 text-white'; } // reset results when switching modes document.getElementById('dfResultsPlaceholder').style.display = 'block'; document.getElementById('dfResultsPlaceholder').textContent = 'Your results will appear here after clicking Calculate.'; document.getElementById('dfResultsData').style.display = 'none'; } function dfCalcStackBack() { var heading = document.getElementById('dfHeadingStyle').value; var splitEl = document.querySelector('input[name="dfSplit"]:checked'); var split = splitEl ? splitEl.value : 'pair'; var rates = { pencil: { rate: 0.25, div: 0.75 }, triple: { rate: 0.25, div: 0.75 }, eyelet: { rate: 0.20, div: 0.80 }, wave60: { rate: 0.23, div: 0.77 }, wave80: { rate: 0.18, div: 0.82 } }; var s = rates[heading]; var trackLength, windowWidth; if (dfCurrentMode === 'width') { windowWidth = parseFloat(document.getElementById('dfWindowWidth').value); if (!windowWidth || windowWidth < 10 || !heading) { dfShowError('Please enter a window width and select a heading style.'); return; } trackLength = Math.round((windowWidth / s.div) * 10) / 10; } else { trackLength = parseFloat(document.getElementById('dfTrackLength').value); if (!trackLength || trackLength < 10 || !heading) { dfShowError('Please enter a track length and select a heading style.'); return; } windowWidth = null; } var totalStack = Math.round((trackLength * s.rate) * 10) / 10; var perSide = Math.round((totalStack / 2) * 10) / 10; var opening = Math.round((trackLength - totalStack) * 10) / 10; // Adjust labels/rows depending on mode if (dfCurrentMode === 'width') { document.getElementById('dfWindowRow').style.display = 'flex'; document.getElementById('dfWindowLabel').textContent = 'Window Width'; document.getElementById('dfResWindow').textContent = windowWidth + 'cm'; document.getElementById('dfTrackLabel').textContent = 'Recommended Track Length'; } else { document.getElementById('dfWindowRow').style.display = 'none'; document.getElementById('dfTrackLabel').textContent = 'Your Track Length'; } document.getElementById('dfResTrack').textContent = trackLength + 'cm'; document.getElementById('dfResTotal').textContent = totalStack + 'cm'; document.getElementById('dfResPerSide').textContent = perSide + 'cm each side'; document.getElementById('dfResOpening').textContent = opening + 'cm'; document.getElementById('dfPerSideRow').style.display = (split === 'single') ? 'none' : 'flex'; var stackPct = (s.rate / 2) * 100; var openPct = (1 - s.rate) * 100; document.getElementById('dfBarStack1').style.width = stackPct + '%'; document.getElementById('dfBarOpen').style.width = openPct + '%'; document.getElementById('dfBarStack2').style.width = stackPct + '%'; document.getElementById('dfResultsPlaceholder').style.display = 'none'; document.getElementById('dfResultsData').style.display = 'block'; } function dfShowError(msg) { document.getElementById('dfResultsPlaceholder').textContent = msg; document.getElementById('dfResultsPlaceholder').style.display = 'block'; document.getElementById('dfResultsData').style.display = 'none'; } Full article on Curtain Stacking

Can I return made-to-measure curtains?

Made-to-measure curtains cannot be returned as they are manufactured specifically to your measurements and specifications. This is standard practice across the industry for bespoke products. However, we stand by our quality and service: If there's a manufacturing fault, we'll remake the curtains at no cost If we've made an error in production, we'll rectify it immediately If you're not satisfied with the quality, we'll work with you to find a fair solution We recommend ordering free samples before placing your order to ensure you're happy with the fabric, and using our measuring guides or check measure service to ensure accuracy.

How to Measure for a Ceiling-Fixed Curtain Track?

Direct Fabrics · Measuring Guides How to Measure for a Ceiling-Fixed Curtain Track For curtains fixed straight into the ceiling rather than the wall, used for wall-to-wall runs, bay windows, and rooms with no wall space above...

How to Measure for a Wall-Fixed Curtain Track?

Direct Fabrics · Measuring Guides How to Measure for a Wall-Fixed Curtain Track For curtains fixed to the wall above the window, the most common fixing method for standard windows with enough wall space above the frame. ...

How do I add or remove gliders from a curtain track?

Most curtain track gliders can be easily added or removed. The method depends on the type of curtain track, but usually involves removing the end stop, cord mechanism or using the glider insertion point on recessed tracks.

What is Curtain Fullness & What Fullness will my Curtains be?

What does curtain fullness mean and how much do I need? Curtain fullness refers to how much fabric is used compared to the width of your curtain track or pole. More fullness creates deeper pleats and a more luxurious finish when the curtains are closed. At Direct Fabrics we manufacture most made to measure curtains as standard using 2x the track width , also known as double fullness . This is the industry standard for pencil pleat and eyelet curtains, and means you do not need to calculate or choose fullness unless you want something different. We automatically allow for the correct amount of fabric and round up widths where needed to ensure the best finish. Certain heading styles, such as pinch pleat or wave, require more fabric due to how the pleats are formed, and are handled automatically based on the heading you select. For a visual explanation, examples and guidance on how fullness affects the appearance of your curtains, see our full guide on Understanding Curtain Fullness .

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Hotel Quality Curtain Track

A slim, rigid aluminium hand-drawn curtain track designed for face-fix or top-fix installation. Supplied made to measure and as a complete kit for one installation, with standard gliders for smooth everyday use in domestic and contract settings.

Benefits Overview Who uses it Specifications

Simple Installation

Top fix or wall fix

Heavy Weight

Heavy duty to 25kg

Made to Measure

Made to your exact size

Aluminium Profile

Standard gliders, contract duty

Hand Operated

Pull across by hand

Complete Kit

Everything for 1 installation

Expectation setting: This is a hand-drawn track (not corded). If you require bending to a specific shape, this is completed in manufacture and supplied on a custom quotation basis (contact the team to confirm feasibility for your layout).

Why specify this hotel quality curtain track

The Direct Fabrics Optimal track is a slim, rigid aluminium hand-drawn curtain track designed for either face-fix or top-fix installation. It is suitable for medium weight curtains and can be used with deep curtain headings.

Supplied made to measure, this track is provided as a complete kit for one installation. The standard set-up includes 16 gliders per metre to support regular operation and consistent curtain travel.

Where a shaped track is required, the profile can be bent in our workshop during manufacture. This is supplied on a custom quote basis to ensure the bend, size, and fixing method match your project requirements.

Where this fits in our range

Choose this option when you need a slim aluminium hand-drawn track supplied made to measure with standard gliders and bracket options for face-fix or top-fix. For shaped layouts, specify bending at quote stage.

Best suited for

Hotel bedroom curtain tracks and standard contract curtains
Valances and secondary tracks where hand operation is preferred
Large domestic windows and straightforward commercial installations
Stage/front-of-house curtains and partitions (confirm suitability with the team for project size and loading)

Who uses it

Used for contract and domestic installations where a slim hand-drawn track is required for reliable everyday operation. Common applications include hotel bedrooms, valances, village halls, school hall surround curtains, and large domestic windows.

For larger stage or partition curtains, confirm the proposed curtain size, fullness, and installation method with the team to ensure the track specification is appropriate for the intended loading.

Suitable applications

Hotel bedroom curtain track
Valance track
Standard contract curtains
Front-of-house stage curtains (approx. max sizes 10m x 4m with double fullness — speak with the team to confirm suitability)
Village halls curtain tracks
School hall surround curtains
Domestic large windows

Fitting instructions

Installation guidance is available to download. For specification-critical projects, confirm fixing substrate, bracket spacing, and loading before installation.

Technical specifications

Track type	Hand drawn curtain track
Profile material	Aluminium
Fixing options	Face fix or top fix brackets
Recommended use	Designed for medium weight curtains (confirm for larger installations)
Gliders	16 gliders per metre
Maximum load	Up to 25kg
Made to measure / bending	Made to measure. Bending to shape available by custom quotation during manufacture.

What’s included

Supplied as a complete kit for one installation. Final contents and any optional components are listed in the specification tab.

Aluminium profile
16 gliders per metre
Pair of end caps
Face/top fix brackets

Specification notes

For project work, confirm bracket spacing, substrate type, and proposed curtain weight/loading at quote stage. Any fitting guidance documents and supporting information are available in the specification tab.

Benefits in use

The aluminium profile and bracket system are designed for robust installations where additional loading may be required (particularly for static curtains used as backdrops or partitions). Confirm suitability for larger spans with the team.

Features	Standard Gliders
Operation	Hand
Weight Guide	Medium - Heavy 20kg
Delivery	3 - 5 Working Days Delivery
Flame Retardant	No

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Type of Curtains	Fitted On	Where to Measure from - to desired length
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.
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,
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.

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