If you're looking for a way to hang a curtain, you're likely to find the proper hardware from track manufacturer Kirsch. Their website isn't so helpful, but much of what they have available can be found online at Curtain Fair or locally at Zarin Fabrics, at 314 Grand Street.
Many of their ceiling-mounted tracks can be bent to any shape, as long as the radius is greater than 12". Most come in either mill-finish aluminum or white. Ball-bearing carriers with hooks can hold window treatments or room dividers - whatever you can dream up!
And hey, they have shower curtain tracks, too!
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Comments (6)
"Has anyone used the IKEA version on a ceiling?"
Hi everyone...long time reader - first time poster...anyway, IKEA...KVARTAL is the tracking system in which you refer to.
It is rather confusing and tedious. I'm a total DIYer...however w/the lack of information provided on-line or in-store in regards to the "sytem" or hardware for KVARTAL- it means several trips to IKEA...trust me.
I applied the system to my ceiling. Unfortunately, they do not glide easily, if at all. The point where the rails line up is impossible to install flawlessly as a result of cheap construction. (note: they MUST line up flawlessly to effortlessly glide - do the math :o(
Unless covered by top of curtain (depends on which option you choose to hang curtain) they LOOK as JANKY as they (mis)behave.
Thumbs down on KVARTAL
I just bought this KVARTAL system with the intent to mount them to the wall instead of the ceiling -- but from what you are saying, the glide will still be a problem. Since they are not yet installed, would you recommend I bag the whole project? In the store they seemed to function . . . . now I am concerned.
I've found a great resource for track systems is www.curtaintrax.com. They offer great prices compared to some of the the other options listed above. Their customer service is terrific.
r0ck out! Can't wait to use cooper's for a spiral track around a bathtub
Thank you Cooper. I used the system from bendablecurtainrods.com (for an expanse of 20 feet with super heavy curtains) that you suggested. With this system I was able to use hooks and drapery tape from JoAnn fabirc which also saved lots of money . The entire cost for my drapes including fabric, system and carpenter installation was less than $750. Couldn't have done it without your suggestion!
We did a great oval ceiling mounted track around a clawfoot tub. Got the hardware required at www.curtain-tracks.com.