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Curtain poles and tracks

Curtain poles and curtain tracks have a big impact on the overall look of your curtains and your local Hillarys advisor can help you get it right. Our range has plenty of options, including electric tracks, and what's more, we'll take care of the fitting too. It's all included in the price.

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Classic kitchen with checkerboard curtains at French doors, cream cabinets, chequered tiles and a view to a sunlit patio garden.

Choosing a pole or track

Every made-to-measure curtain deserves the right finishing touch. Choose from our range of curtain poles and tracks to help your curtains hang beautifully, with advice from your advisor to help you find the best option for your home.

Thinking about electric curtains?

Electric curtains make everyday life that little bit easier. Open and close using a handy remote or wall switch and they’re smart compatible when you a buy a Somfy hub. Use with Alexa or Google Assistant, set schedules to suit your routine and so much more.

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How our service works

  1. Book an appointment with your local advisor. It’s really quick and easy to do, plus it won’t cost a penny and there’s never any pressure to buy.

  2. Appointment day. We’ll visit you at home to show you our range and help you decide what’s right for your window, measure up and give you a quote.

  3. We’ll take care of the fitting. Once your curtains are made we’ll be back to hang and steam them. And if you order a pole or track we’ll fit this too.

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Explore our range of curtain styles

The type of header you choose for your curtains can have a dramatic impact on the overall look. Discover more about the different options.

  • We were very pleased with...

    "We were very pleased with every aspect of the service from booking an appointment right through to fitting. We had a new curtain pole, curtains and a roman blind. They look great and the quality of the work is excellent!"

    Jan

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    "Great service. Reece, who fitted both a blind in the bathroom and new pole and curtains in the dining room, did an excellent job. Thank you."

    Liz

  • Excellent service all round

    "Excellent service all round, very easy to choose fabric and advice from the sales person on which style of curtain header would be good. Fantastic job with fitting a new track and the curtains which were steamed and looking perfect in no time at all! Would highly recommend."

    Kerry Goodworth

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Dark, patterned eyelet curtains in a modern dining room, with a natural theme

Poles & tracks FAQs

See answers to our most popular questions about poles and tracks below.

What curtains go on a track?

With most of our curtain range, you have the choice of a curtain track or a pole. The exceptions are wave curtains, which are designed to be hung on a track, and eyelet curtains, which are designed to be hung on a pole.

Can you put a curtain pole in a bay window?

Yes, we've a selection of curtain poles that are suitable for bay windows, as well as flexible curtain tracks. Your advisor will recommend the right curtain pole or track from our range to help you make the most of this beautiful feature.

What size curtain pole do I need?

At your in-home appointment, your advisor will recommend the best track or pole for your chosen curtains. For heavier curtain fabrics, they may suggest our Ultra Slim Aluminium Track, which combines a sleek, discreet design with the strength to support curtains weighing up to 6kg.

How to remove curtain pole ends?

Most curtain rail ends - known as finials - unscrew from the curtain rod. With a Hillarys advisor, you don't need to worry about this, as they’ll do everything for you. From hanging the curtains to adding curtain rings and a decorative finial if you've chosen them, it’s all included as part of the service.

Can you attach a curtain pole or track to the ceiling?

Yes, it’s possible to do this. Curtain tracks are a great choice if there’s not much space between your window and the ceiling. Your advisor can talk you through all your window dressing options, and help you pick a solution that’s right for you.

Can you paint a wooden or metal curtain pole?

If you're confident with DIY, there are ways of painting wooden and metal curtain rails. For an easier life, why not pick your favourite finish from our range and let your Hillarys advisor do the hard work for you? There’s no risk of getting it wrong that way.

What is the best curtain track for heavy curtains?

At your in-home appointment, your advisor will share helpful recommendations for all parts of the process, from picking a fabric to the best ways to hang curtains. If you choose a heavy curtain fabric, they'll recommend a heavier-duty curtain track or pole.