Silent Gliss 6243

A Loft Bedroom Dilemma: Minimal Clearance and Maximum Blackout. A recent caller to Tracks Direct presented a common yet intricate challenge: how to achieve full blackout around French doors in a loft conversion bedroom, where space was tight and light control essential.

The customer had just 115cm of space across the door and 50cm of return wall space on each side. With minimal clearance between the top of the French doors and the ceiling, they opted for a recessed curtain track. But the real question was: how to prevent light leakage at the edges when curtains turn the corner?

The Challenge: Light Leakage at the Returns

The caller wanted curtains to follow a two-bend 90-degree layout, wrapping from the main door span onto the short return walls. However, sloped ceilings limited how far these returns could be used, ruling out more complex solutions like reverse bends.

Their priority? Ensuring light didn’t spill in from the sides when the curtains were closed.

The Practical Solution: Pinning the Curtain with End Hooks

Our advisor Natalie guided the caller through a simple but effective fix. By using discreet pin-and-loop end hooks on the final gliders, the curtains can be anchored into the side walls. This creates a snug closure around the returns, dramatically reducing light bleed.

This technique doesn’t require any additional hardware on the website, just a note in the order’s additional information box. Natalie confirmed she would liaise with the warehouse to include the necessary parts.

Track Recommendation and Lead Time

The recommended product was the Silent Gliss 6243 recessed track, known for its sleek profile and smooth operation. It allows for a tight 10cm bend radius, perfect for compact layouts like this one.

With expertly calculated bends and precision-manufactured components, the 6243 system ensures curtains glide smoothly and seal tightly—right where accuracy makes all the difference.

Production lead time was confirmed as five working days, with every track made to measure and professionally bent for a precise fit.

What You Should Know

  • Recessed tracks are ideal for spaces with limited clearance

  • Anchoring curtains with end hooks can significantly improve blackout performance

  • Always include precise bay measurements and notes during online checkout

  • Tracks Direct offers excellent craftsmanship and practical advice tailored to your space

  • "Natalie said end hooks" – a simple note that ensures your blackout needs are met

Whether it’s a full bay or a tricky French door setup, Tracks Direct offers practical, informed solutions that work. Need help, contact our team who are always on hand to help!