Channel Track Installation Guide
We recommend hiring a professional drapery installer for the easiest and most perfect finish but if you are pretty handy these instructions will help guide you through the process!
Tools Required:
- Drill Hacksaw or pipe cutter
- Drill and drill bits
- Tape measure
- Step ladder
- Pencil
- Screws and plugs (if not drilling into wood)
- Assembled roman shade on headrail system
- Brackets (provided)
Let's get started!
Installation of Ceiling Mount Channel Track
- Check Drapery Size
- Your drapery is made slightly larger than the rod for smooth opening and closing.
- Always use the finished pole size noted on your packing slip (not the drapery bundle width).
- Mark Bracket Placement
- Measure 4–6” in from each end of the track and mark bracket positions on the ceiling.
- Space brackets 24–36” apart across the track. For heavier drapery, place brackets closer together.
- Measure Distance from Wall
- From the wall, measure about 2” out for the back screw of each bracket.
- Ripplefold note: Ensure the center of the track is at least 2.125” from the wall so the drapery clears properly.
- Drill pilot holes to check if plugs are needed. Insert plugs where required.
- Consider trim or window sills—brackets may need to project further out for clearance.
- Attach Brackets to Track
- Loosen the screw on the top of each bracket enough to slide the silver metal piece into the top channel of the track.
- Slide all brackets onto the track and lightly tighten them (so they can still be adjusted).
- Insert Glides and End Caps
- Count your drapery hooks (or snaps if using ripplefold).
- Slide the same number of glides into the bottom channel of the track.
- Add end stops and end caps.
- Ripplefold note: Insert the ripplefold glides on string into the track at this stage.
- Mount Track to Ceiling
- With brackets attached, lift the track into place (two people are recommended).
- Screw the brackets securely into the pre-drilled holes or plugs.
- Hang Your Drapery
- Once the track is mounted, simply hang your drapery onto the glides.
Installation of Wall Mounted Channel Track
- Check Drapery Size
- See Step 1 of the Ceiling Mount Track Guide regarding drapery and rod width.
- Always use the finished pole size noted on your packing slip, not the drapery bundle width.
- Mark Bracket Placement
- Measure 4–6” in from each end of the track and mark bracket positions.
- Place brackets 24–36” apart across the track. For heavier drapery, position them closer together.
- Prepare the Brackets
- Using the Allen key provided, remove the projection post from each bracket.
- Use the bracket base only to calculate the correct height placement (refer to the height chart provided).
- Mark the screw holes on the wall, then pre-drill.
