A lovely, light, and bright kitchen dining area with expansive bi-fold doors opening onto a vibrant English garden. The bi-fold doors are subtly recessed within a slight alcove, featuring no curtains or blinds. A charming bookcase to the left

Ken contacted Tracks-Direct seeking advice on a technically complex window setup. He was planning to install a curtain track over a bifold window with a single 90-degree angle, with one return wall measuring 280cm and the other 350cm. The challenge? Finding a robust curtain track capable of supporting heavy curtains while bending smoothly around a right-angle corner.

He had a clear requirement: a manual metal curtain track that could handle weight while maintaining a tidy single-stack operation to the left. Ken also wanted to ensure he had wall-mounted brackets fitted every 30 to 40cm for maximum support.

Discussing Options: Manual vs. Electric Tracks

Nat, our retail guru with exceptional knowledge of all things Silent Gliss, Somfy, and Lutron, explored options with Ken, starting with the Silent Gliss 1280 manual track, which handles weights up to 12–15kg using durable nylon brackets. When Ken enquired about heavier-duty options, electric tracks were recommended due to their enhanced strength and integrated motors capable of moving curtains weighing 25kg and more.

Electric curtain tracks come with metal brackets and increased robustness. Nat explained the key difference isn’t just in the brackets, but in the design of the track itself and the powered motor’s capability.

Power Choices and Price Clarity

Ken was open to either mains-powered or rechargeable battery options. Nat explained both use the same motor housing, and the price difference is minimal: around £20 difference between mains-powered and battery-operated. Ultimately, a mains-powered option was quoted as it offered convenience without the need to recharge.

To help Ken visualise the system, Nat pointed him to relevant images and promised to include a direct product link in the follow-up quote.

Bespoke Solution with Professional Insight

Ken’s six individual curtains would act as one and stack fully to the 280cm side, ensuring no centre split. With wall fitting confirmed, extra brackets were included for added stability.

Lovely. Thank you very much. Appreciate that. — Ken

What you should know...

Electric curtain tracks offer superior weight handling, especially for larger installations - Both mains and battery versions are similarly sized and visually discreet - Professional bending and tailored quoting ensure you get exactly what your setup requires - Precision matters—and with expert guidance, you can get the perfect fit for even the trickiest spaces

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