How to measure bay windows for curved curtains
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The easy way to measure your bay windows for designer curtains with curved tracks.
Welcome to our simple guide to measuring your bay windows for your new designer curtains with 45 degree and 90 degree curved tracks. You're going to love just how quick and easy it is to measure up.
Before you get going
Our curved tracks are only available with our residential track style. Designer tracks are not available. Call us on 1300 918 390 if you’re set on designer tracks, or to match your curved tracks to existing designer tracks. You can order designer tracks with two corner joins for your bay window over the phone. A corner join is where two straight tracks visually join in the corner (no curves).
This is where the fun starts! If you’ve already landed on the perfect fit for your bay windows, then you’re good to go. Otherwise don't stress, we'll walk you through the design options below.
Our curved curtain tracks are custom made to fit beautifully into bay windows of any size. Our 90 degree curved track is perfect for a bay window with 90 degree angles, also known as a box bay window. Our 45 degree curved track looks breathtaking in bay windows with 45 degree angles.
To check if your angles are 45 degrees grab an A4 piece of paper. Fold over a corner to touch the opposite side of the paper and so the edges on both layers of paper line up. Place the paper into a corner of your bay window. If both sides are flush with your window then your angle is 45 degrees.
To check a 90 degree angle you can hold up an A4 piece of paper into your corner and if the paper fits snugly you have a 90 degree corner.
Don't have 45 or 90 degree angles? Not a worry. Just call us and we can help you measure up.
You can fit curtains onto your wall or inside your cornices from your ceiling, it's up to you. Check our latest projects for ideas to show off gorgeous details like cornices in your home.
Our curtains attach to most surfaces, though it's always best to do your homework. Wall studs and ceiling battens are by far the easiest to attach to.
Get touchy feely with our designer fabric samples. It's the best way to choose the perfect curtain fabric for your home.
Designing your dream curtains
The fun starts with designing how your curtains will fit, so channel your inner stylist and get creative! This is about finding your dream look and getting custom curtains that fit and function perfectly.
Curtains that hang from your ceiling are called ceiling mount:
give a sense of space and draw focus to the height of your room
curtains are best attached to ceiling battens
our curved tracks are perfect for bay windows with 45 degree and 90 degree angles
great option for a straight edge ceiling and to fit inside cornices
opt for curved double tracks to layer curtains
choose from 3 finishes - just off the floor, touching the floor or puddled
go for sheers for a soft and floaty look and blockout fabrics to stop all light coming in
keep it on trend with a left stack or right stack
pick a centre opening for easy access to your windows, or multiple openings for custom off-centre splits
customise your track flow by choosing a fixed flow or free flow
get the luxe look with an S fold or go traditional with pleated curtains
for larger drops go for a longer wand or no wand at all
pick your perfect hem and for premium linens opt for our 100 mm hem for a luxe look
opt for residential tracks in white to blend with light walls, or black or silver to tie in with similar features in your home (no designer track option for curves)
combine curtains with roller blinds, giving you all the options to control light and privacy
looking for something unique? Contact us about our designer curtain rods and different fabrics
Curtains that hang on your wall are called face mount:
look beautiful in period homes with high ceilings and ornate features like cornices
curtains are best attached to wall studs and also attach to concrete, stone, brick or tile
our curved tracks are perfect for bay windows with 45 degree and 90 degree angles
opt for curved double tracks to layer curtains
choose from 3 finishes - just off the floor, touching the floor or puddled
go for sheers for a soft and floaty look and blockout fabrics to stop all light coming in
keep it on trend with a left stack or right stack
pick a centre opening for easy access to your windows, or multiple openings for custom off-centre splits
customise your track flow by choosing a fixed flow or free flow
get the luxe look with an S fold or go traditional with pleated curtains
for larger drops, go for a longer wand or no wand at all
pick your perfect hem and for premium linens opt for our 100 mm hem for a luxe look
opt for residential tracks in white to blend with light walls, or black or silver to tie in with similar features in your home (no designer track option for curves)
combine curtains with roller blinds, giving you all the options to control light and privacy
looking for something unique? Contact us about our designer curtain rods and different fabrics
OK it's time to start measuring, let's take it step by step.
Measuring up your bay windows for ceiling mount curtains is easy, here's how to do it. You can call us if you need help measuring up.
1Check your corner angles
Check that the angles in your bay window corners are 45 degrees or 90 degrees (at a right angle). If you're not sure or your angles are different contact us and we will help!
To check if your angles are 45 degrees grab an A4 piece of paper. Fold over a corner to touch the opposite side of the paper and so the edges on both layers of paper line up. Place the paper into a corner of your bay window. If both sides are flush with your window then your angle is 45 degrees.
To check a 90 degree angle you can hold up an A4 piece of paper into your corner and if the paper fits snugly you have a 90 degree corner.
2Measure your widths
For your curtains to cover all 3 sides inside your bay windowmeasure the width of your ceiling above the left, middle and right sides of your bay window from corner to corner. Begin at the outer edge of the left side and measure into the corner (where your walls or cornices meet) and write it down. If you have cornices you'll measure from the inside of your cornices.
Measure in the same way for each side of your bay window and write them down. These three measurements will be your track width.
You don't need to deduct anything for your track curves. Don't worry about measuring how much fabric you need, we'll take care of that for you based on your track width.
3Measure your splits (optional)
A
For multiple openings you can choose up to 2 custom splits and tell us exactly where you'd like them. Splitting your curtains is a fantastic option for multiple doors or windows, so you can easily move sections of your curtains.
Make a note of how many splits you'd like in your curtains and choose which side(s) of your bay window you'd like the splits on. We will assume that your splits are evenly spaced if you don't give us split measurements.
If you don't want any splits you can skip to step 4.
B
For one custom split measure the width from the left across to where your split will be and write it down. You're measuring on the wall your split will be on.
C
For two custom splits measure the widths from the left across to each split position and write them down. For each split, measure on the wall your split will be on.
4Measure your drop
Measure from your ceiling down to the floor above your left side, in the middle and right side. If you have cornices, you'll measure from the inside of your cornice. Write down the largest of all three.
Go for puddling if your 3 measurements have a greater than 10 mm difference.
5Choose your finish
When you design and order your curtains choose from the three finish options below.
Please only provide the hard measurements to us and pleasedon't make any deductions or additions. We'll make the necessary adjustments so you get the perfect finish.
If you choose curtains just off the floor they will be approximately 5 - 10 mm shorter than your drop measurement, and they will hover just above your floor.
If you choose curtains touching the floor they will skim your floor by up to 5 mm.
If you choose puddling your curtains will puddle on your floor by 20 mm. If you'd like a larger puddle let us know when you order.
6Choose your wand and how your curtains open
Note down which wand you want. It sounds obvious but the larger your drop, the larger your wand needs to be so you can reach it.
Also note down whether you want left stack, right stack, a centre opening or multiple openings. Think about which side is easiest to reach, obstruction free and which part of your window you'll want to open often.
When you order you'll also need to choose between a fixed flow and a free flow, which is where your curtains open in any direction.
7Order your custom curtains online
You're all set to order your curved track curtains!
You'll choose your hem option when you order. Just remember you don't need to add any extra to your measurements for your hem; we'll do it for you.
Remember to only give us your exact measurements; don't make any deductions or additions for your chosen finish.
If you want to order a double track, call us and we'll make it happen.
Measuring up your bay windows for face mount curtains is easy, here's how to do it. You can call us if you need help measuring up.
1Check your corner angles
Check that the angles in your bay window corners are 45 degrees or 90 degrees (at a right angle). If you're not sure or your angles are different contact us and we will help!
To check if your angles are 45 degrees grab an A4 piece of paper. Fold over a corner to touch the opposite side of the paper and so the edges on both layers of paper line up. Place the paper into a corner of your bay window. If both sides are flush with your window then your angle is 45 degrees.
To check a 90 degree angle you can hold up an A4 piece of paper into your corner and if the paper fits snugly you have a 90 degree corner.
2Measure your widths
For your curtains to cover all 3 sides inside your bay window measure the width above the left, middle and right sides of your bay window from corner to corner. Begin at the outer edge of the left side and measure into the corner (where your walls meet) and write it down. Measure in the same way for each side of your bay window and write them down. These three measurements will be your track width.
For your curtains to frame your bay window measure the width above your left window, middle window and right window. Begin above your window in line with the left outside edge of your window frame or recess and measure into the corner (where your walls meet) and write it down. Measure in the same way for each side of your bay window and write them down. Add at least 30% to the left and right window measurements you took so your curtains stack off your window. These three measurements will be your track width.
You don't need to deduct anything for your track curve. Don't worry about measuring how much fabric you need, we'll take care of that for you based on your track width.
3Measure your splits (optional)
A
For multiple openings you can choose up to 2 custom splits and tell us exactly where you'd like them. Splitting your curtains is a fantastic option for multiple doors or windows, so you can easily move sections of your curtains.
Make a note of how many splits you'd like in your curtains and choose which side(s) of your bay window you'd like the splits on. We will assume that your splits are evenly spaced if you don't give us split measurements.
If you don't want any splits you can skip to step 4.
B
For one custom split measure the width from the left across to where your split will be and write it down. You're measuring on the wall your split will be on.
If you're measuring from the left outside edge of your window frame or recess, add your left stack allowance in mm to your width. Write down this measurement.
C
For two custom splits measure the widths from the left across to each split position and write them down. For each split, measure on the wall your split will be on.
If you're measuring from the left outside edge of your window frame or recess, add your left stack allowance in mm to your width(s). Write down these measurements.
4Measure your drop
A
Measure and mark with a pencil where your curtains will start. Use your ceiling or window frame as a reference point, so you get a level starting point across the top. Remember it's best to hang your curtains from wall studs.
B
Measure from where your curtains will start down to the floor on the left side, in the middle and on the right side and write down the largest of all three.
Go for puddling if your 3 measurements have a greater than 10 mm difference.
5Choose your finish
When you design and order your curtains choose from the three finish options below.
Please only provide the hard measurements to us and pleasedon't make any deductions or additions. We'll make the necessary adjustments so you get the perfect finish.
If you choose curtains just off the floor they will be approximately 5 - 10 mm shorter than your drop measurement, and they will hover just above your floor.
If you choose curtains touching the floor they will skim your floor by up to 5 mm.
If you choose puddling your curtains will puddle on your floor by 20 mm. If you'd like a larger puddle let us know when you order.
6Choose your wand and how your curtains open
Note down which wand you want. It sounds obvious, but the larger your drop, the larger your wand needs to be so you can reach it.
Also note down whether you want left stack, right stack,acentre opening or multiple openings. Think about which side is easiest to reach, obstruction free and which part of your window you'll want to open often.
When you order you'll also need to choose between a fixed flow and a free flow, which is where your curtains open in any direction.
7Order your custom curtains online
You're all set to order your curved track curtains!
You'll choose your hem option when you order. Just remember you don't need to add any extra to your measurements for your hem; we'll do it for you.
Remember to only give us your exact measurements; don't make any deductions or additions for your chosen finish.
If you want to order a double track, call us and we'll make it happen.
