CS Contract Drapery Track
Choose black or white, wall or ceiling mounting, and the carriers and draw options for your drapery.
Indoor track for straight runs, bends and curves
CS Contract normally uses separate mounting brackets because its profile can be bent and curved, and the brackets allow wall or ceiling mounting with the required clearance. Straight CS tracks can also be prepared for direct ceiling fixing when a finish such as black is required without separate brackets; see the direct-fixing instructions below. Curved layouts require a design consultation.
Standard CS assemblies are for indoor use. Although the rail is powder-coated aluminium, the standard steel ceiling brackets and master arms can rust in outdoor or damp exposure. CS wall-mount brackets are powder-coated aluminium and corrosion proof.
For a straight direct ceiling installation without separate steel brackets, choose CM Direct Ceiling Mount Drapery Track. CM cannot be bent or curved. Its pinch-pleat configuration uses stainless outdoor master arms; Ripplefold overlap and butt masters retain a corrosion limitation.
CS Contract Drapery Track — Indoor
A discreet hand-drawn or baton-drawn track for pleated and compatible Ripplefold drapery.
1. Choose mounting styleWall mount selected. Uses projecting wall brackets made from powder-coated aluminium. These wall-mount brackets are corrosion proof. Provide the desired projection, finished track height and wall substrate.
Ceiling mount selected. Choose the standard ceiling clip or direct-to-ceiling installation. Provide the finished track height and ceiling substrate.
Build your CS Contract Drapery Track order
Choose your track details to see the price automatically. Supported configurations can be ordered online. For other sizes, finishes or mounting arrangements, request a design consultation.
1. Size and installation
Long track: splice included
Your 0-inch finished track will be supplied as 2 sections with 1 splice. The splice and track are white powder-coated metal; the small hex locking screws remain natural silver metal. Support the track beside each splice.
2. Track Configuration
Opening configuration
3. Operation and batons
Set this count to match the hooks on your finished drapery. Master carriers are included separately.
Your system price
Your price calculates automatically. Add your configured straight track to cart. Shipping and applicable tax are calculated at checkout.
Measure for your CS Contract Drapery Track
Enter the complete wall-to-wall or end-to-end track width. Widths over 96 inches are divided into shippable sections with the required splice.
Choose wall or ceiling mount above.
Choose a center-opening pair, one-way left or one-way right.
Choose Pinch Pleat or Ripplefold. Ripplefold also requires a fullness selection.
Frequently asked questions
How can I keep outdoor draperies from blowing around?
Our draperies have three layers of fabric in the hem, with small weights at seams and corners to help them hang neatly. When panels aren’t in use, we recommend gathering them with tiebacks secured to a wall or post.
We do not recommend tying the bottoms tightly to the floor. This can create a sail effect, placing extra strain on the drapery, header and mounting hardware during strong gusts.
For additional weight, we can sew a bottom pocket for a light, appropriately sized 316L stainless steel chain. This allows the panel to move while helping reduce flutter.
If floor restraints are necessary, we can discuss reinforced ½″ grommets and bungee cord connected to suitable floor anchors. These flush lift rings illustrate the style; suitability must be confirmed for your installation.
Weights and restraints do not make draperies windproof. Please contact us before adding either option.
Are CS wall-mount brackets corrosion proof?
Yes. CS wall-mount brackets are made from aluminium with a powder-coated finish and are corrosion proof. This applies to the wall-mount brackets; the corrosion resistance of the masters, ceiling brackets and other fittings must be considered separately.
Can standard CS track be used outdoors?
Standard CS assemblies are specified for indoor use. The aluminium rail resists corrosion. The wall-mount brackets are powder-coated aluminium and corrosion proof; the steel ceiling brackets and standard master arms can rust. For straight direct ceiling mounting, see the CM product and its component-specific outdoor guidance.
What does the 6 lb/ft capacity mean?
The CS Contract Drapery Track has a maximum published capacity of up to 6 pounds of total drapery weight for each foot of properly supported track. For example, a 6-foot track has a theoretical maximum distributed load of up to 36 pounds. This is not a promise that every installation will carry that amount: the actual safe capacity can be reduced by bracket spacing, ceiling or wall structure, anchors, curves, splices, projection, concentrated loads and frequent operation. We recommend weighing the completed drapery and using Design Consultation for heavy or unusual systems.
Can CS Contract Drapery Track be wall or ceiling mounted?
Yes. Use the mounting selector above to choose the compatible wall or ceiling brackets and confirm adequate structure for the complete drapery load. The customer or installer supplies anchors suited to the actual wall or ceiling.
Can CS Contract Drapery Track be mounted directly to the ceiling without brackets?
Yes—this is useful for a straight track when black or another available CS finish is required without separate brackets. Drill fixing holes through the centre of the track. Insert a small-head No. 6 screw through the carrier slot and drilled hole into suitable ceiling backing or an appropriate anchor.
Use a very slim Phillips screwdriver with a shaft narrower than the slot so it does not mar or damage the slot edges. The screw head must seat securely and clear the carriers and master carriers without spreading or deforming the track. Check free travel past every fixing before hanging the drapery.
The ceiling must be flat so the track remains straight and aligned, especially at joints. Specify screw length, anchors and support spacing for the substrate and load. This is Plumridge’s prepared direct-fixing method for straight CS runs; standard brackets remain the usual choice for bends, curves, wall mounting and clearance.
Removing brackets does not make standard CS masters corrosion resistant. Outdoor configurations still need suitable stainless master arms, stainless drapery hooks and corrosion-resistant fasteners. Ripplefold overlap and butt masters use powder-coated steel and are not guaranteed corrosion resistant.
Should wall mount and ceiling mount be separate products?
No. They are mounting options for the same CS Contract Drapery Track, so keeping them together avoids duplicate information and makes finish, measurements and pricing easier to compare. Your selection will specify the correct brackets in the final configuration and bill of materials.
Which drapery headings work?
CS Contract Drapery Track works with hooked pleated headings and compatible Ripplefold. Ripplefold requires connected carriers and snap spacing matched to the selected fullness.
Which Ripplefold fullness can I order?
Compatible carrier spacing is available for 60%, 80% and 100% Ripplefold. Eighty percent is a common balanced choice; greater fullness creates deeper waves and uses more fabric and stacking space.
How should the track color be coordinated?
Black CS Contract Drapery Track is supplied with black carriers, while white CS Contract Drapery Track uses white carriers. Screen colors are approximate; request a physical sample when an exact match is important.
How are brackets or direct-mount screws spaced?
For direct-to-ceiling mounting, drill and fasten through the rail slot approximately 28 to 36 inches apart using correctly sized #6 pan-head screws. Bracket spacing depends on track length, drapery weight, mounting surface and any splice or curve. Distribute supports evenly to the approved plan and add support beside a splice. Heavy, curved or unusual systems require review.
Can CS Contract Drapery Track be curved?
Selected configurations can be curved to an approved radius or accurate template. Curves need compatible components; do not assume every straight-system carrier or master is suitable.
Can I download the installation guide?
Yes. Use the installation-guide button below. Confirm the substrate and anchors before drilling.
Coastal hardware frequently asked questions
Why does CS use separate mounting brackets?
The brackets support wall or ceiling mounting, provide clearance and allow the CS rail to be bent and curved for suitable layouts. Straight CS tracks can alternatively be prepared for direct ceiling fixing with small-head No. 6 screws. CM has a purpose-made direct-fixing flange and is available in white.
Does an aluminium rail make the whole CS system rustproof?
No. The CS wall-mount brackets are powder-coated aluminium and corrosion proof, but standard steel ceiling brackets and master arms can rust. The rail material alone does not determine the corrosion resistance of the complete assembly.
Which track should I choose for an outdoor ceiling?
For straight runs, consider CM with stainless outdoor pinch-pleat masters and stainless drapery hooks. Confirm the remaining fasteners and fittings for exposure. Ripplefold overlap and butt masters are powder-coated steel and are not guaranteed corrosion resistant.
What information should I send for a coastal project?
Send your location, photographs, window measurements, wall or ceiling construction, drapery heading and approximate fabric weight. Include any outdoor exposure, curves or long spans so we can recommend the hardware and installation details together.
How should I care for a coastal drapery track?
Keep the track free of dust and inspect exposed brackets and fasteners as part of routine care. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the finished rail, carriers and operating parts. Ask us before applying cleaners or additional lubricant to the carrier channel.