Curtain & Blind Fitting in London
We check the proposed fitting position and mount the rail, pole or blind brackets in the agreed location. We test movement and check that curtains or blinds clear nearby handles and obstructions.
Share the window measurements, photos and product instructions for the pole, track or blind you want fitted.
- Poles, tracks and blinds
- Recess and bay measurements
- Supplied safety fittings
What to check before booking
Identify the product and fitting position
Say whether the blind fits inside or outside the recess. For curtains, list the pole or track and its supports. Give the overall dimensions and tell us whether one window or several windows are involved.
Photograph the window area
Show the frame, wall above it and any handles or obstructions. If the window is in a bay or has a shallow recess, include the measurements. Mention existing brackets and what you want to keep.
Share the instructions for supplied fittings
Keep brackets, hardware and the instructions together. For blinds with safety fittings, identify the supplied components and retain the manufacturer guidance. Confirm permission before arranging drilling at a rented property.
Identify what is being fitted to each window
Send a product link or instructions for each pole, track or blind. A roller blind inside a recess has different requirements from a track above a wide window. Give the overall size and identify any separate brackets, end pieces or accessories. If the fabric has not arrived, say whether the enquiry is for the hardware alone.
For a set of matching windows, measure and list each one separately. Two openings that look identical can have slightly different widths, depths or handles. Mark which product goes to which opening and retain the manufacturer labels. If you are replacing existing fittings, show which ones you want removed and what should remain.
Show whether the fitting is inside or outside the recess
A blind fitted inside the recess needs enough depth for its brackets and moving parts. Send the recess width, height and depth, plus a photo showing the window handles and any trim. If the blind will sit above or outside the opening, show the intended position and nearby obstructions. Give the actual product dimensions rather than relying on the window size alone.
For curtains, show whether the pole or track should extend beyond the opening and where the curtains will hang when open. Mention a radiator, shelf or projecting sill. If there is a ceiling or cornice close to the proposed position, send a wider photo to show the area available. The instructions help identify where the supports need to sit.
Provide a layout for bays and unusual openings
For a bay window, send a photo of the whole opening and a sketch with the dimensions of each side. Explain whether there will be separate blinds or a single track. If the track is supplied in sections, list the joints or corner parts included in the order. If your product was made to measure, keep the order details available.
For tall or awkward windows, tell us how the area can be reached and whether there is furniture beneath it. Show the final room layout if the access will change before the visit. If the window opening is still being finished, say when painting or other work is due to be complete.
Keep fittings and safety instructions with the product
Leave the brackets, screws and accessories with the corresponding product. If the packages have already been opened, keep each hardware pack separate. For a blind with a manufacturer safety fitting, have the instructions and specified parts available. If a component is missing, contact the retailer or manufacturer and let us know before agreeing the visit.
Tell us what you know about the wall or frame and mention any restrictions on drilling. At a rented property, confirm permission before booking. If you want to reuse an old pole or blind, send its model and a photo of the mounting parts. The previous holes may not suit the new position or hardware.
Review the opening and movement after fitting
When the installer arrives, show which boxes match each window and confirm the intended positions. Point out handles, deep sills and other parts of the window that might affect operation. If an existing fitting needs to come down, identify it and explain what you want to keep. Keep the product instructions to hand.
After fitting, review how the curtain or blind moves and whether the position matches what you agreed. Check the manufacturer’s use guidance and keep it for later. If the fabric or another part is still due, identify what remains and whether another visit is needed. Do not rely on an incomplete or unsupported fitting.
Send a quote request by window and room
Include the postcode, window list and product links. Give the relevant dimensions and note whether the work involves a recess, a bay or a separate track. Send a photo of each area where possible. If several products look alike, use the order labels to say which one belongs to each room.
If you are replacing fittings, list the existing parts that need removing and ask about the condition of the proposed fixing area. Tell us if curtains or blinds are still due from the retailer. Check that the quote covers the number of windows and any separately discussed work before arranging the visit.
Coordinating the fitting with decorating
If the room is being painted or furnished, decide when the window will be ready and which items must be moved out of the way. A new cabinet or desk can affect access to the window. Send the latest room photo if the arrangement changes after you ask for a quote.
Plan matching fittings for several rooms
Give each window a label and keep the fittings for it together. If two poles have the same finish but different lengths, mark their destination on the packaging. If a blind was made to measure, check the order dimensions against the correct opening. Send any revised order confirmation if the retailer changes the size or support type.
When you want several fittings aligned, identify the reference height for each room. Some windows may have different sills or trim even when the fabric matches. If you want the curtain to clear a radiator or furniture, show the intended arrangement in your photos. Tell us which room should be fitted first if access depends on another part of the property being ready.
Details to confirm before the visit
| Check | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Standard recess | Provide width, height and depth |
| Bay window | Send photos and the measurements for each section |
| Nearby obstruction | Show handles, trim and projecting sills |
| Check | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Curtain pole | Length and supplied supports |
| Track | Layout and mounting instructions |
| Blind | Recess position and any manufacturer safety fittings |
What to send for your quote
| Job detail | What to send |
|---|---|
| Recess blind | Recess width, height and depth |
| Curtain pole or track | Product length and support position |
| Bay window | Plan, dimensions and obstructions |
Questions before booking
For work booked alongside this service, see shelf installation and furniture wall fixing.
Can you fit more than one window?
Yes. List each window and the matching fitting pack.
Can I use existing holes?
Send photos and the new product instructions before assuming they align.
What if I have a shallow recess?
Send its depth and show window handles or other obstructions.
Can you check whether the blind clears the window handle?
We check the handle and the path of the blind before fixing the brackets. A handle can affect the fitting position, especially inside a recess.
How do you check a new curtain track?
We move the gliders along the fitted track and check that joins, stops and nearby obstructions do not interfere with their movement.
Request a quote
Send the list of windows with dimensions, product links and photos of the intended fitting areas.