Nautilus Bend French Pole
Choose your finish, wall-return dimensions, base style, rings and wands for a custom French pole.
Finish and mounting photos follow the selected options.
Nautilus Bend French Pole
The Nautilus Tee Rail is the center support for a long run; the elbow and base make the wall return. Confirm the selected geometry before fabrication.
Material: 316 stainless steel · 1″ diameter tube
Finishes: polished stainless, black, oil-rubbed bronze
Panel choices: pleated with rings, or grommet, tab-top, or rod-pocket without rings
A complete system is specified from the selected mount, support, ends, panel attachment and wand.
Plan your French pole
Select the details below so we can prepare the correct system.
1. Size
Enter the face width up to 185″, with standard 3½″ returns. Finished rods over 96″ include a $25.00 center strap bracket and $10 splice assembly. Select a center-opening pair. Each shipped section is at most 96″.
For a long rod, choose the final finished width first. Sections and supports are planned so no span between brackets exceeds 96″.
2. Mount and ends
The standard French pole has a wall return at each end. Measure the finished face width and each return depth; elbow takeoff and cut lengths are confirmed before fabrication.
3. Drapery and operation
Rings are required for pinch-pleat styles only. No rings are required for grommet, tab-top or rod-pocket drapery. For ripplefold drapery, order one of our tracks.
The 48″ stainless wand is the premium choice. The attachment for either wand is confirmed with the panel design.
4. Configuration details
Tell us if furniture, a nearby wall, or limited stackback space affects the opening direction.
Working price breakdown
Rings are optional and priced separately. Added support and freight rates are confirmed with the final quote. Ordering stays unavailable while those prices are verified.
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.
How do I measure for this rod?
Measure the intended finished width and record the space beyond both sides of the opening. Confirm the available return depth and wall conditions at both ends.
Can one end finish at an inside wall?
Yes, a one-sided French pole can be made as a custom arrangement when the opening calls for it. We will show one example here after the mounting image is approved. Contact us with the finished opening and wall details so we can confirm the appropriate end fitting.
When is a center support needed?
Center brackets are required for rods over 96″ to prevent bowing. We automatically include one center strap bracket ($25.00) and a $10 threaded splice assembly with two weld-nut inserts and one threaded bolt. Choose a center-opening pair for joined rods; no bracket-to-bracket span may exceed 96″.
How is this French pole installed?
The elbow joins the one-inch tube to a short projection and a matching wall base. Long poles include a center strap bracket supporting the threaded splice. Fix each base to suitable structure, keep the joint supported, and verify that rings or panels move as intended.
Open the complete installation and measurement guide with drawings.
Which drapery styles can I use?
Rings are required for pinch-pleat styles only. No rings are required for grommet, tab-top or rod-pocket drapery. For ripplefold drapery, order one of our tracks.
Which wand can I choose?
Choose no wand, a clear acrylic wand, or the premium stainless steel wand. The stainless wand is offered in 48″ only. Confirm the correct attachment and quantity for the selected panel arrangement.
What fasteners are supplied?
Plumridge supplies rust-proof screws in the selected finish. The installer selects suitable anchors for the actual structure and load. A stud or sound blocking is preferred where available; drywall, masonry, soft metal and structural steel each require their appropriate fixing method.
Internal Nautilus French pole checkout test
Admin test only. Selected finishes, optional rings, wands and quantity are priced on the server. Face widths 18–96″ with two 3½″ returns are enabled. Other return depths and longer poles require a custom design quote.