Silent Gliss Make It Safe - Safety Bead Chain for Roman Blind Tracks

In the last 18 months there have been five child fatalities in the UK as a result of strangulation in blind cords. Whilst the risk posed by blind cords and chains is extremely slight, the consequences are devastating so Silent Gliss plan to 'Make It Safe' and make sure our customers do the same.

Pole Design are supplying all made to measure Silent Gliss Roman Blind Tracks operated by bead and loop chains with a Safety Cord Retainer when purchased online. The range we supply which is provided with this special safety feature includes the Silent Gliss 2020 track, the Silent Gliss 2120 for heavier blinds, also the Silent Gliss 2320 and the Silent Gliss 2330  all come with five year guarantee on parts as is usual with all Silent Gliss products.

If a cord retainer is supplied- make sure to fit it! Other tips if small children are around:

■Make sure all cords are out of reach.

■If a safety cleat or retainer cannot be fitted cut the loop and add toggles instead.

■A child's cot, bed, highchair or playpen should not be positioned near to window blinds.

■Children love to climb - do not place sofas, chairs, tables or bookcases near to a window blind.

Neo metal pole collection - new finishes and sizes available from Pole Design

NEW - Available from November 2009 the Neo metal curtain pole collection will be available in Black Nickel and Chrome as well as the existing Stainless Steel and Spun Brass effects. The poles will also be available in 35mm diameter due to popular demand. The Neo eyelet curtain poles will also be available in the Black Nickel and Chrome to give our customers more choice. There is also a 5 metre length pole in once piece for wider windows in Stainless Steel only.

We endeavour at Pole Design to have all the new Neo finishes available to buy online ASAP but if you do not see it on our web pages please Contact Us by e mail or call us on 0845 409 3850 and we will be happy to quote. Orders can be taken in advance. So beat the Christmas rush and get yours now.....

Silent Gliss Wave Heading System

Create Waves with the Silent Gliss Wave Heading System from Silent Gliss:

What makes Wave™ so unique?

•When completely closed or part open, the curtains offer a smooth continuous wave effect.

•The Wave™ glider cord is not visible when the curtain is fully closed.

•The simple yet stylish design of the Wave™ heading means curtains are easy to make up with our special cordless 70mm tape. Sewn along the top of the curtain, the pockets are in exactly the right position for our track system.

•Depending on the fullness selected Wave™ can be as economical as as a standard 1" tape but not as stylish.

•When taken down the curtain is flat for cleaning.

How it works....

A special glider cord is contained within the curtain track, - this limits the extension of the curtain fabric, creating a smooth and continuous wave effect.

Curtain Stacking

When open the Wave™ System encourages the curtains to stack back neatly and straight.

Compatible with following Silent Gliss systems - Metropole 30mm/50mm, Metroflat, Autoglide 5090 Electric Track, 3840W Cord Operated Track.

You can purchase the Silent Gliss Metropole with the Wave Supplement from Pole Design.  The  Wave™ supplement includes your pole specially dapted with Wave™ gliders and all you need to make your curtains including Wave™ tape, hem tape and hooks. 

If you simply want the pole converted to Wave just Contact us and we will give you a price.

Silent Gliss Metropole 1003, 6120, 6130, 6100 Metroflat

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Please see Silent Gliss Metropole Video

Silent Gliss Curtain Tracks

This article will help you choose the right curtain track for the right situation.  There are loads of curtain track manufacturers out there.  Most of them making inferior cheap tracks. However, once you have tried a Silent Gliss track you will see why they are the best and why it is worth spending the extra pennies on a reliable curtain track that may outlast even your curtains. The patented nylon gliders provided will stay intact and your curtains will glide effortlessly with no friction or tugging.

Lets start with the Silent Gliss Hand Operated Curtain Tracks:

• The Silent Gliss 1090 is a slim track only 12mm deep which is ideal for voile curtains or lightweight unlined curtains. It can ceiling fixed and top fixed and can be bent to fit bay windows. The 1090 is available in white or silver colours

• The Silent Gliss 1080 is a sturdy all round curtain track which will easily take both a lined or medium weight interlined curtain. It can be used on its own or under valances or pelmets.

• The Silent Gliss 1280 is a superior version of the 1080 and it can take a heavier weight of curtain.  Curtains will operate even more efficiently due to the patented roller gliders that come with this track.

Lets move onto the Silent Gliss corded curtain tracks:

• The Silent  Gliss 3000 is a very attractive cord operated curtain track. It can take a medium to heavyweight curtain and because the cord channels are enclosed in the system the cords cannot slip out. This track can be corded at one end or at both ends to operated each curtain independantly.

• The Silent Gliss 3900 is a superior version of the 3000 and has the patented roller gliders which make curtains glide effortlessly.  This track will support heavy weight curtains.

All of these Silent Gliss Tracks come with a five year guarantee on parts and that confirms Silent Gliss are confident their tracks are reliable.

You can see the full range of made to measure Silent Gliss Hand Operated and Cord Operated tracks at the Pole Design Online Curtain Pole shop.

The range of curtain tracks is vast and we have hand selected the most popular Silent Gliss Tracks for our online shop. There are others available for recessing into ceilings, stage and theatre curtain tracks, lightweight tracks for caravans...... You name it - Silent Gliss can provide a track for any situation. If you are interested in some of the more bespoke tracks Contact Us at Pole Design and we will be happy to share our expert knowledge.

In my next blog I am going to talk about the Wave Heading System which is unique to Silent Gliss

Made to Measure Curtains now available at POLE DESIGN

We are delighted to announce our new curtain making service at Pole Design. As I started out as a Designer and Soft Furnisher it seems a shame not to offer a curtain making service on our online shop.  I have many years of experience in the soft furnishings industry and am now missing the practical side of things.  Curtain poles require curtains so why not use Pole Design as a one stop shop. 

If its Roman Blinds you are after then you will get the same high quality. We only make sewn in rod pockets, hand stab stitched because we believe your blinds should look good from both sides of your window. No ugly tapes or rows of machine stitching here.

Silent Gliss roman blind track systems can be purchased from our online shop at our usual discounted rates giving you top quality at a great price.

We don't cut corners and believe only the best will do.

Take a look at our curtain making service here Pole Design

Bay Window Calculator

will be uploading onto the POLE DESIGN website a sample of a system generated drawing you will receive when you order a bay window curtain pole from  Pole Design

Once you have taken your measurements and angles you e mail them to us. 

We then enter them into some specially developed software from Silent Gliss which  generates a scale drawing of your bay.  It shows you the outline of your bay and the exact position within the bay of your pole or track. It is at this point we can tell if you have made any major error with your measurements. 

This allows you to have complete confidence in your measurements and thus minimises any risk of error.  See sample of Bay Window Calculator below.

Its a great tool and it works!

Reduced Prices on the Silent Gliss Metropole till 31st December 2009

We have reduced the prices on the whole Silent Gliss Metropole range till 31st December 2009.  This is because our current supplier is giving us extra discount and we have decided to pass this onto our customers to give you a better deal.

All our products in the Silent Gliss range carry a five year guarantee and we really know what we are talking about with Silent Gliss.  We pass on our valuable expertise to the customer.  We know when you need to use extension brackets and adjustable brackets for difficult situations and we don't just shove the order through for an easy life.  We will tell you what you need as long as you give us as much info as possible.

The Metropole really comes into its own on long straight runs up to 600cm and over.  Brackets are placed every 60cm and do not obstruct the curtains and the gliders allow the curtains ease of movement.

Silent Gliss Metropole  for bay windows is the best system on the market as it is bent to fit.  You will notice we don't sell any other Bay Window poles in our Pole Design that's because there really is nothing else to compare that really works.  We don't want to take the risk of selling dodgy corner brackets and C rings that we know are no good.

We have hands on experience in measuring and fitting for bay windows and motorised systems and what we don't know we will find out!

Click here to take a look at the Metropole Made to Measure Range

and take advantage of these special prices till 31st December 2009.

Cup Brackets v Metal Brackets on curtain poles

Many of our customers opt for matching cup brackets when purchasing some of the more bespoke curtain poles. 

It is personal choice but as a Designer I feel the metal bracket imparts a more traditional/classic feel to a pole.  If you have brass or chrome door handles, window hardware or a light fitting  - pick this up on your curtain pole brackets to create a link in the room.  It will look like more thought has gone into the scheme and will look more designed.  Metal brackets are more noticeable due to their high shine whereas painted brackets blend in more with the pole.

I also like architrave brackets which are painted to match but are more streamlined. Some of the Byron and Byron ranges and Alison Davies Design curtain poles give you a choice of bracket.

Byron & Byron Florentina Tiara - Now Available to Purchase Online at POLE DESIGN

Pole Design  have been quick off the mark to list the full range including accessories.  These stunning wooden curtain poles are hand crafted with contemporary metallic paint finishes Satin Silver Black, Dark Pearl, Modern Gold and Light Pearl. Each finial is studded with crystals that catch the light and give a glamorous feel to any room whether you live in a semi or a mansion.  Chandelier not compulsory...

If you are not keen on the glitz but love the finishes go for the plainer Modern Ball.

There are also four matching wooden holdbacks and four tassel tiebacks in silky cord to match.

I will shortly be listing the poles with the Decor End Cap and the Decor Cylinder without rings suitable for eyelet curtains.  These geometric shaped finials look great with eyelet curtains.  Did you know that Eyelet curtains were very popular in the 1950's?  There has been a revival of this trend over the last five years and there are no signs of a slowdown.

Click here to see the full range Byron Poles



We hope you like them.

New range of stunning curtain poles

We shall shortly be listing the new Tiara range of poles from Byron & Byron.

These wooden poles come in 35mm and 45mm diameter and come in four contemporary metallic finishes and are adorned with sparkling crystals.

For those of you that thought Byron only did traditional, think again. The colours available are, satin silver black, dark pearl, modern gold and light pearl.

I can see these curtain poles in a contemporary architect designed house with eyelet curtains or a Georgian country home with triple pleat curtains.

Keep your eye out for these beautifully different poles by Byron . They should be available for sale on the website Pole Design by end of August, beginning of September.

Bay Window Curtain Poles

IS YOUR BAY WINDOW DRIVING YOU ROUND THE BEND?

Measuring for a Bay Window Curtain Pole or Track to the average person can seem daunting...... However it is not difficult if you follow these instructions:.

Tools required to measure a bay window are: a steel measuring tape, a protractor, most likely a step ladder and an extra pair of hands would come in useful too.

Ensure your old fitting has been taken down first for accuracy.

Simply start your measurements from where you would like the pole or finial to end and measure accurately between each angle with your tape measure. Jot your measurements down and make a sketch of your window shape as well. All your measurements including angles must be taken at the same height the pole will be fitted. Take the long measurement at the front of the bay as well. This is important as it will act as a double check for the other measurements.

Remember to look closely at radiators and windowsills as you will want your curtains to hang in front if possible. Take a note of your preferred projection for each facet of the bay. You may want the sides of the Bay Pole to project 10cm and the middle to project 6cm. This can all be achieved with Silent Gliss systems.

The Metropole from Silent Gliss is the best bay window pole on the market. Made from aluminium they come in three diameters 23mm, 30mm and 50mm with a choice of hand or cord operated. They come in 13 finishes including wood and a variety of mix and match finials. They are made to measure and are bent in the Silent Gliss factory to fit your Bay Window.

For further information take a look at Pole Design. You can purchase a refundable protractor for £4.99 to assist you and for this price we will check your measurements with our special software to minimise any error

Fitting Curtain Poles

Poles should be fixed to either the height of the window or 10-15cm above the architrave and should be extended either side of the window so that the curtains stack back over the wall rather than over the window.

If the pole is to be extended either side of the window with a deep architrave and the brackets are to be fixed to the wall mount the brackets on wooden blocks as deep as the architrave, to allow the rings free movement along the pole.

For more information about stack back allowance for curtains please visit Pole Design

 

Tip of the Day

Curtain poles 50mm and over are best for high ceilings of around 300cm +. They create more impact where a smaller diameter pole could look 'lost' in the decor.

Take a look at the wide range available from Byron and Byron, Alison Davies Design, Museum and Advent Designs for a traditional look. For a more contemporary streamlined look take a look at the Silent Gliss 50mm Metropole. All of these available at Pole Design

New range of curtain poles - available soon

I am working on a new range of beautiful wood hand painted curtain poles from Alison Davies Design which will be available to purchase soon on my online shop Pole Design by the end of this week.

The Couture range of curtain poles are unlike anything you have seen before and are handmade in the UK.