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How to Install Curtains

The right installation for a perfect finish


Getting Started


Installing your curtains is simple and straight forward with our step-by-step instructions. You’ll find everything you need right here, including easy-to-follow videos. Mike has added his expert tips throughout to help you install with confidence.

What You Will Need to Install Your Curtains

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1–2 people

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10–30 minutes

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Grey lead pencil

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Small cordless drill (recommended for pre-drilling)

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Cordless screwdriver with a 150mm drill bit (recommended)

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Installation screws

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Step ladder (if necessary)

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Spirit level (optional)

What’s Included in the Box

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Ceiling Mount Curtain Bracket

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Curtain Track

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Curtain Hooks

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Wall Mount Curtain Bracket

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Curtain Wand

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Custom-sized curtain track.

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Brackets (based on your installation type)

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Your Custom curtain

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Curtain hooks

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Wand(s)

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Screws and Anchors

How to Install Your Curtains

Organising Your Curtains

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Each curtain and track will have a sticker with the room name.

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Lay out each curtain and track in front of the correct window.

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Carefully remove packaging and place the curtain on a clean surface.

Mike’s Tip:

“If your curtains are white, pop on a pair of cotton gloves. It keeps the fabric clean during installation.”

Video Instructions

We offer installation videos for all curtain types. Choose the video that matches your setup and follow along for stress-free installation.

Mike’s Tip :

“Watch the video for your curtain type before you begin. A quick preview can save you loads of time.”

WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION

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1

Adjust Your Brackets

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Adjust the brackets to clear architraves, roller blinds, shutters, or any obstructions.

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Make sure all brackets are adjusted to the same position.

Mike’s Tip:

“A consistent bracket depth keeps your track perfectly straight and gives your curtains a smooth, even fall.”

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Find the Timber Studs

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Use a stud finder to locate as many studs as possible for fixing your brackets.

Mike’s Tip:

“Fixing into studs wherever possible gives you the strongest installation - especially important for heavy blockout curtains.”

Mounting Into Plaster:

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Use provided anchors for secure fixing.

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Our Ceiling Mount video shows exactly how to use them.

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Fix the Brackets to the Wall

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Space brackets evenly across the width of the track.

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Use a string line or level to keep the brackets straight.

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Add an extra bracket at the stack end - this is where the curtain weight sits when open.

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Attach the Track

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Ensure all bracket cams are in the open position.

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Present your track to the brackets and lock each cam.

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Your track is now installed and ready for your curtain.

CEILING MOUNT INSTALLATION

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Fix the Brackets onto the Track

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Space brackets evenly along the track.

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Add an extra bracket at the stack end.

Mike’s Tip:

“Pre-fitting brackets to the track saves time and ensures perfect spacing before you lift it to the ceiling.”

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Fix the Track to the Ceiling

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Mounting Into Timber

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Make sure you position the mounting hole of the bracket 40mm in front of any obstruction. This could be the wall, architraves or existing roller blinds.

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Hold the track in position and screw directly into the ceiling using timber screws.

Mounting Into Plaster

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Hold the track in place and mark your screw holes with a pencil.

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Make sure you position the mounting hole of the bracket 40mm in front of any obstruction. This could be the wall, architraves or existing roller blinds.

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using a small screwdriver punch a hole into the plaster to see if there is timber. If you do hit timber just use the screw provided.

If there is just plaster install the anchor provided into this hole

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Present the track again and screw into the anchors.

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This ensures a strong, secure fixing.

Mike’s Tip:

“Don’t rush the marking step - accurate marks make the rest of the installation effortless.”

HANGING YOUR CURTAINS

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Fit the Wand(s)

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Open the hook at the top of the wand using long-nose pliers.

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Locate the wand runner (the second runner from the control side).

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Insert the wand hook into the metal loop.

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Hang the Curtain

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Place the weight of the curtain over your shoulder with hooks facing forward.

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Space out all runners evenly across the track.

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Clip the first hook into the first runner, and continue across.

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The number of hooks will match the number of runners exactly - don’t miss one.

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Adjust the heading tape to form the back-front-back-front S-fold shape.

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Both ends should naturally return to the wall.

Mike’s Tip:

“Once the curtain is up, run your hand gently down each fold. This sets the S-fold and helps the curtain ‘learn’ its shape.”

Your curtains are now fully installed.

You’ve done it - and we’re proud of you! With Mike’s expert guidance and your can-do attitude, you’re well on your way to mastering DIY window furnishings.

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