Practical guide

What type of fixing is needed for your curtain rod?

Eyelets, gathering tape, rod pocket or multi-functional – 4 types that cover 99% of installations.

How to use this guide

Look at the top of your current curtains (or your curtain rod if you don't have curtains). Compare it to the 4 types below.

Eyelets - 40mm

Photographie macro de la fixation oeillet de notre rideau gris kurtens

Metal rings integrated into the fabric. Slide directly onto a standard round curtain rod (Ø 28 mm). The most common system.

✅ Universal · Smooth glide · 2-minute installation ❌ Requires removing the rod to thread

Gathering braid

Photographie d'un rideau kurtens gris avec une attache galons fronceur.

Woven ribbon at the top of the curtain with hooks. Hangs on track curtains or hook rods. Creates an elegant, gathered effect.

✅ Elegant gathered finish · Ideal for ceiling tracks ❌ Requires hooks (included) · Longer setup time

Rod pocket

Photographie d'un rideau Kurtens gris sur mesure en fixation de type passe tringles

Fabric loops are sewn at the top of the curtain. The curtain rod passes directly through. Contemporary and understated style, 100% fabric.

✅ Contemporary style · 100% fabric · Discreet ❌ Less smooth gliding · Remove rod to install

Multi-Function

Illustration de la fixation de type multifonctions pour les rideaux sur mesure Kurtens.

Opt for multifunctionality so you can use your custom Kurtens curtain in all situations.

✅ Ideal for adapting to the environment ❌ Not eyelet-compatible

Summary table

Fixing	Suitable if…	Not suitable if…	Maximum weight
40mm eyelets	Round curtain rod	Sliding rail / thin rod	Any weight
Gathering braid	ceiling rail / curtain rod with hooks	Round curtain rod without hooks	Any weight
Rod pocket	Round rod	Frequent opening/closing	Any weight
Multi-Function	Curtain Rod & Rail	-	Any weight

You don't know what type you have?

Look at the top of your current curtains. Metal rings = eyelets. Gathered tape = gathering tape. Don't have current curtains? Look at your curtain rod: smooth round = eyelets, track with gliders = gathering tape.

Our recommendation for curtains

Kurtens curtains are heavier than average (620 g/m²). We recommend using grommets or rufflette tape for optimal long-term support. Avoid rod pockets for the serenity range.