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Click on the diagram below that matches your bay window. Once your measurements are filled in, the price of the bay pole will be automatically calculated for you.
How to measure for a 2 bend bay window
How to install a 2 bend bay window pole
How to Measure for a Curved Bay Window Curtain Pole
How To Install a Curved Bay Window Curtain Pole
Made by the Forge specialises in making stunning, made to measure bay curtain poles.
Introducing Made by the Forge’s handmade wrought iron bay window curtain poles, combining stunning looks with unmatched practicality and longevity. Sided bay windows, while impressive to look at, can cause some issues, especially when it comes to hanging curtains in that specific space. Made by the Forge has simplified matters for you with our specially designed wrought iron bay window poles. It's very easy to measure, get a quote and order by following the instructions on the appropriate bay window diagram page from a selection of common bay types on the left. Please read the Tips and Requirements below before you get started.
Our bay window curtain poles will complement any window frame and many interior designers have come to us to correctly hand forge the precise measurements of the curtain rail needed for their client’s bay window. Complete the decor with our range of matching handmade wrought iron accessories, including curtain holdbacks, passing rings and brackets.
Your bay window curtain pole is available with a choice of one of our stunning finials, so you can be sure to have the perfect look for your home. Whether you are a fan of the timeless Cannonball or prefer the country-feel of the Ram’s Horn, our finials will complement your curtain pole beautifully.
Things to consider before starting the measurements
You will need paper, some Post-It notes, a pencil, a metal measuring tape, a stepladder or two (optional depending on the size of the bay window) and a friend. We strongly advise you to measure with a friend as accuracy is hugely important. With the right friend, this may even be fun.
Never assume that what look like symmetrical areas will be symmetrical and therefore share identical measurements. They never, ever do.
Draw a spot, a line and the letter of the measuring position on separate Post-It notes.
Measure in millimetres for the highest accuracy and never take a reading from a bent tape measure. If a spot is hard to get at, start the measurement at the hard to get at area. Bending results in inaccurate measurements.
To make sure each measurement is accurate, place the Post-It notes at their respective points within the bay. We use Post-It notes because they stick but never mark what they are stuck to.
Measure to where you want the finials to end.
We have made ‘How to Measure Up’ and ‘How to Install’ videos for a Curved Bay and a Two-Bend Bay. See our video gallery.
OK, ready? Now click on the bay diagram that most resembles your bay to submit your measurements.
Please note the following:
If there is a reason none of the diagrams resembles your bay window and you are unable to generate a quote please do send us an email with pictures for us to work out the price for you or Contact us on 01473 487118
Remember, not every window is suitable for a curtain pole mounted on the room facing surface of the wall. For tighter spaces, please visit our recess curtain pole section and find your perfect fit. If you are having trouble hanging curtains in a bay window, give us a call and we’ll help as much as we can.
By choosing Made by the Forge products you are supporting the Circular Economy in which products are made, used, re-used, recycled and remade.
This is good for the planet and good for those of us living on it. Our ironwork is made to last a lifetime... and beyond!
This is the most bespoke service one could ever imagine. From the first enquiry to the end product every attention to detail is maintained. Richard offered advice and a solution to a tricky situation where rail supports needed to be different lengths of projection. Everything arrived perfectly wrapped, exactly as ordered and of excellent quality. Such a classy act from a truly artisan set up.
Julie Mayo
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