How to install curtains

Installation requirements can vary from home-to-home or even window-to-window. So, be sure to follow the below instructions carefully (or refer to the printed instructions supplied with your curtains). After reviewing your instructions, don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.

Your curtains will arrive ready to install. However, it is a good idea to check you have all the fitting parts required before commencing assembly. You can identify the items provided using the below image. The number of parts will vary dependent on your curtain order and the track widths. In the event you find you are short or missing any parts, please get in touch so we can quickly arrange supply with you.

Before you start…

The following items are required to complete installation safely and accurately:

• Power drill
• Phillips head screwdriver
• Pencil, pad and metal tape measure
• Spirit level
• Small step ladder
• Stud finder (if required)
• Protective eyewear and gloves if drilling into masonry, tile or meta
• It is advisable to have a second person available to assist with fitting the curtain to the track.

Before commencing assembly, determine the correct fitting location for your window, being either top fix (to the ceiling surface) or face fix (to the wall). This location (and the relevant brackets) should correspond with your original order information. If not, please contact us for assistance.

For face fitted double curtains, install the rear (blockout) curtain closest to the window before the front (sheer) curtain closest to the interior. This will alleviate additional load on the brackets.

What are you drilling into?

The general purpose 8-gauge, 32mm screws provided with your order should be appropriate for fixing our brackets to most standard wall surfaces. However, you will need to source wall plugs or hollow wall anchors for fixing into plasterboard when there is no stud or batten present. 

Plasterboard/Gyprock: Use a stud finder to locate your wall studs. This will inform the location of your brackets. Then use the provided screws to fasten the brackets into the surface and stud. 

Brick/Masonry: Drill pilot holes before using a 6mm masonry drill bit to drill 35mm deep holes. Insert 8 gauge (6mm) wall plugs into the holes. Fasten the brackets to the wall using a Phillips head screwdriver (or impact drive bit) and the provided screws.

Joining your track sections

Tracks ordered at widths over 2300mm will be supplied in split sections due to shipping limitations. These track sections need to be joined together with the small ‘joiner’ component as follows:

a. First, insert the joiner half way through one length of the split track

b. Slide the second length of the split track over the exposed half of the joiner

c. A little force may be required to connect the two track segments until flush

Face Fit Curtains

Step 1. Position two brackets approximately 150mm from either end of the track on the left and right sides. Fasten these brackets with the provided screws or screws appropriate for your wall surface, ensuring the brackets are all set level.

Position any remaining brackets evenly between the two end brackets, ideally at 700 – 750mm intervals from one another. When arranged, fasten all brackets in place. You should have been supplied with the correct number of face fit brackets to achieve this outcome. If that’s not the case, please contact us for support.

Pro tip: the very top of the brackets should line up with the topmost point of the drop measurement provided in your order. Loosely fasten the screws in the centre of the bracket holes as this will allow you to adjust the bracket position up and down to achieve the perfect drop.

Please note, we have already made a 15mm deduction to your total curtain drop to allow for the curtain to be underslung on your track. This does not affect the fixing point of your bracket. 

Step 2 

a. Clip the track into the brackets by securing the back of the track between the metal and the plastic clip

b. Gently secure the track by tightening the underside screw (only if required)

c. Clip the bracket caps over the internal face of the brackets to cover the screw heads

Top Fix Curtains

Step 1. Position the first two top fixing clips approximately 150mm from each end of the track on the left and right sides. We recommend that each one should be fitted about 80mm forward of the window. However, this should be assessed on sight of what is most appropriate for your space. Position any remaining clips between the first two clips at even points about 700-750mm width apart.

Pro tip: for double curtains, position the clips for the front track (your sheer curtain) approximately 100mm in front of the rear clips (your blockout curtain). 

Step 2. Insert the track into the ceiling mounted clips. Do this by securing the back of the track between the ceiling and the plastic clip. Gently press the track into the bracket until it ‘snaps’ into place. This will happen when the track clips into the small ridge on the bracket. 

Connecting the hand wand 

Connect the hand wand to the dedicated runner on the opening side of your track. For S-fold curtains, the dedicated runner will look a little different from the rest of the runners. For a pinch pleat curtains, reserve the second runner for your wand. Initially, the clip on the wand can be a little stiff. If so, use pliers to gently pry it open so it can be more easily attached to the runner. In the event of any damage occurring, please contact us.

Hanging your curtains