What is the difference between a curtain track and a curtain rod?

A curtain track (also called a curtain rail) is a profiled aluminium or plastic channel in which gliders or runners travel, keeping the track largely invisible once installed. A curtain rod is a round or square decorative bar from which fabric hangs on rings or hooks. Curtain tracks are the professional choice for stage and event applications because they carry higher loads, accept motorised drives, and can be integrated into truss or rigging structures. Curtain rods are decorative and limited to lighter, manually operated fabrics.

Can curtain tracks be mounted on both ceiling and wall?

Yes — curtain tracks for stage and event use can be mounted on the ceiling via drop rods or ceiling clips, on the wall via adjustable wall brackets, or clamped directly to aluminium truss profiles for freestanding installations. Ceiling mounting maximises the usable drop height and is preferred for large spans. Wall mounting is the practical choice when ceiling access is restricted or ceiling height is low. Truss-mounted curtain tracks require no ceiling fixing at all, making them ideal for trade fair booths and touring productions.

How do I choose between single, double and triple curtain tracks?

The number of tracks should match the number of independent fabric layers you need to operate. A single track suits a simple backdrop, room divider or stage leg. A double track is the standard for stage main curtains that combine a decorative front drape with a blackout lining, or for any installation where two layers must open and close independently. A triple track adds a third inner runner for a sheer overlay or decorative valance. For complex stage dressings with main drape, mid-stage legs and a cyclorama, a multi-track system gives full independent control.

Which curtain system is best for stage and event applications?

For professional stage and event use, a heavy-duty aluminium curtain track with a documented Working Load Limit (WLL) is the correct choice. Motorised drives with DMX control allow cue-precise operation integrated into the show's lighting desk. All fabrics used in public venues must carry a B1 fire-rating certificate (DIN 4102 or EN 13501-1 Class B). Truss-mounted curtain systems — attaching the track directly to aluminium truss — are particularly popular for touring productions and trade fair booths because they require no ceiling fixing and can be assembled and struck quickly.

How does a cord-pull curtain system work?

A cord-pull curtain system routes a continuous loop of cord through the curtain track profile. The cord is connected to the leading glider carrier that holds the fabric. Pulling the front section of the cord draws the curtain closed; pulling the rear section opens it. The operating cord hangs at a fixed point at the side of the track, allowing a technician to open and close the curtain without touching the fabric itself. Cord-pull systems are widely used for theatre main drapes, room dividers and acoustic curtain panels in hotels and conference centres.

What curtain rod systems are available for professional event use?

For professional event and stage applications, aluminium curtain tracks rather than decorative rods are the standard. Available systems include single, double and multi-track aluminium profiles for ceiling or wall mounting; pipe-and-drape systems using vertical uprights and horizontal crossbars to create freestanding backdrop frames; and truss-mounted curtain rails that clamp directly to aluminium truss chords. Motorised track systems with DMX or remote control are available for show-critical applications. Accessories include precision gliders, end caps, corner connectors, bend sections and drop-rod suspension kits.

What is the difference between a curtain track and a curtain rail (Gardinenschiene)?

In English, the terms curtain track and curtain rail are largely interchangeable and both refer to a profiled channel — typically aluminium — in which gliders or runners travel to guide and support fabric panels. The German term Gardinenschiene translates directly as curtain rail or curtain track. In the professional event and stage sector, the preferred term is curtain track, and the systems are engineered to carry heavier loads, accept motorised drives and meet the safety standards required for public venue installation — distinguishing them from lightweight domestic curtain rails.

What does a professional curtain system cost, and what should I budget?

Professional curtain system costs vary significantly by specification. A basic single-track aluminium rail with manual gliders for a small backdrop starts from approximately €20–€60 per metre of track. Double-track systems with cord-pull operation typically range from €50–€120 per metre. Motorised drive units for professional stage use are priced from around €150 for compact 24 V DC drives up to €500 or more for heavy-duty DMX-controlled motors. B1-certified molton fabric adds €8–€25 per square metre depending on weight and pile. For a complete truss-mounted backdrop system including track, drive, fabric and hardware, budgets of €500–€2,000 are typical for mid-scale productions.

Curtain systems

Adam Hall Accessories 0157 X 45 B Gaze Typ 202 4x5m geöst schwarz

Adam Hall Accessories 0157 X 45 B - Gauze Type 202 4 x 5 m with Eyelets, Black

Gauze Type 202 4 x 5 m with Eyelets, Black The Gauze 202 is a coarse, wind- and sound-permeable mesh fabric made from polyethylene. With a medium density look, it is suitable for coverings,...

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Adam Hall Accessories 0157 X 45 W Gaze Typ 202 4x5m geöst weiß

Adam Hall Accessories 0157 X 45 W - Gauze Type 202 4 x 5 m with Eyelets, White

Gauze Type 202 4 x 5 m with Eyelets, White The Gauze 202 is a coarse, wind- and sound-permeable mesh fabric made from polyethylene. With a medium density look, it is suitable for coverings,...

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Adam Hall Accessories 0157 X 46 B Gaze Typ 202 4x6m geöst schwarz

Adam Hall Accessories 0157 X 46 B - Gauze Type 202 4 x 6 m with Eyelets, Black

Gauze Type 202 4 x 6 m with Eyelets, Black The Gauze 202 is a coarse, wind- and sound-permeable mesh fabric made from polyethylene. With a medium density look, it is suitable for coverings,...

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Adam Hall Accessories 0157 X 56 W Gaze Typ 202 5x6m geöst schwarz

Adam Hall Accessories 0157 X 56 W - Gauze Type 202 5 x 6 m with Eyelets, Black

Gauze Type 202 5 x 6 m with Eyelets, Black The Gauze 202 is a coarse, wind- and sound-permeable mesh fabric made from polyethylene. With a medium density look, it is suitable for coverings,...

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Adam Hall Accessories 0158 X 34 B Gaze Typ 203 3x4m geöst schwarz

Adam Hall Accessories 0158 X 34 B - Gauze Type 203 3 x 4 m with Eyelets, Black

Gauze Type 203 3 x 4 m with Eyelets, Black Gauze Type 203 is a fine-mesh, wind-permeable polyethylene netting for stage and scaffolding covers, backdrops, drapes, camo screens and other...

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Adam Hall Accessories 0158 X 35 B Gaze Typ 203 3x5m geöst schwarz

Adam Hall Accessories 0158 X 35 B - Gauze Type 203 3 x 5 m with Eyelets, Black

Gauze Type 203 3 x 5 m with Eyelets, Black Gauze Type 203 is a fine-mesh, wind-permeable polyethylene netting for stage and scaffolding covers, backdrops, drapes, camo screens and other...

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Adam Hall Accessories 0158 X 36 B Gaze Typ 203 3x6m geöst schwarz

Adam Hall Accessories 0158 X 36 B - Gauze Type 203 3 x 6 m with Eyelets, Black

Gauze Type 203 3 x 6 m with Eyelets, Black Gauze Type 203 is a fine-mesh, wind-permeable polyethylene netting for stage and scaffolding covers, backdrops, drapes, camo screens and other...

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Adam Hall Accessories 0158 X 46 B Gaze Typ 203 4x6m geöst schwarz

Adam Hall Accessories 0158 X 46 B - Gauze Type 203 4 x 6 m with Eyelets, Black

Gauze Type 203 4 x 6 m with Eyelets, Black Gauze Type 203 is a fine-mesh, wind-permeable polyethylene netting for stage and scaffolding covers, backdrops, drapes, camo screens and other...

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Adam Hall Accessories 0160 X 33 Akustikmolton B1, 3 x 3 m, schwarz

Adam Hall Accessories 0160 X 33 - Stage Molton B1 with Burnished Grommets Hemmed 3 x 3 m, Black

Stage Molton B1 with Burnished Grommets Hemmed 3 x 3 m, Black Acoustic cloth impregnated in flame retardant and 500-g-quality, for rehearsal room , studios and stages with excellent sound...

€190.75 *

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Adam Hall Accessories 0160 X 33 WH Akustikmolton B1, 3 x 3 m, creme

Adam Hall Accessories 0160 X 33 WH - Stage Molton B1 with Burnished Grommets Hemmed 3 x 3 m, Creme

Stage Molton B1 with Burnished Grommets Hemmed 3 x 3 m, Creme Acoustic cloth impregnated in flame retardant and 500-g-quality, for rehearsal room , studios and stages with excellent sound...

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Adam Hall Accessories 0160 X 43 Akustikmolton B1, 4 x 3 m, schwarz

Adam Hall Accessories 0160 X 43 - Stage Molton B1 with Burnished Grommets Hemmed 4 x 3 m, Black

Stage Molton B1 with Burnished Grommets Hemmed 4 x 3 m, Black Acoustic cloth impregnated in flame retardant and 500-g-quality, for rehearsal room , studios and stages with excellent sound...

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Adam Hall Accessories 0160 X 53 Akustikmolton B1, gesäumt, 5 x 3 m, schwar

Adam Hall Accessories 0160 X 53 - Stage Molton B1 with Burnished Grommets Hemmed 5 x 3 m, Black

Stage Molton B1 with Burnished Grommets Hemmed 5 x 3 m, Black Acoustic cloth impregnated in flame retardant and 500-g-quality, for rehearsal room , studios and stages with excellent sound...

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4-way connector with clamp Für Wentex Upright

4-way connector with clamp For Wentex Upright

For linking a 50 mm truss tube (2") to the Wentex Upright • Wing nut for easy use • Compatible with Pipe & Drape systems • You can rent and buy all sorts of Pipes &...

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Wentex P&D Carrying Bag orange Große Tasche für Hüftgurt, Size L - 84 x 50 cm

WENTEX P&D Carrying Bag, Orange Size L - 84 x 50 cm (L x W)

Perfect for Wentex curtains • Strong cotton bag • Very lightweight • Compatible with Pipe & Drape systems • You can rent and buy all sorts of Pipes & Drapes systems, but...

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Wentex P&D Carrying Bag orange Große Tasche für Hüftgurt, Size M - 84 x 42 cm

WENTEX P&D Carrying Bag, Orange Size M - 84 x 42 cm (L x W)

Perfect for Wentex curtains • Strong cotton bag • Very lightweight • Compatible with Pipe & Drape systems • You can rent and buy all sorts of Pipes & Drapes systems, but...

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Wentex P&D Carrying Bag orange Große Tasche für Hüftgurt, Size S - 84 x 22 cm

WENTEX P&D Carrying Bag, Orange Size S - 84 x 22 cm (L x W)

Perfect for Wentex curtains • Strong cotton bag • Very lightweight • Compatible with Pipe & Drape systems • You can rent and buy all sorts of Pipes & Drapes systems, but...

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Wentex P&D Chromakey Curtain 300(h) x 290(w) Pipe & Drape Green Screen

WENTEX P&D Chromakey Curtain Molton 300 g/m² Green screen - 290 x 300 cm (W x H)

Green screen, compatible with Pipe & Drape systems • Suitable for projecting a virtual background in film productions • Thick, flame-retardant molton • You can rent and buy all...

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Wentex P&D Chromakey Curtain 300(h) x 590(w) Pipe & Drape Green Screen

WENTEX P&D Chromakey Curtain Molton 300 g/m² Green screen - 590 x 300 cm (W x H)

Green screen compatible with Pipe & Drape systems • Suitable for projecting a virtual background in film productions • Thick, flame-retardant molton • You can rent and buy all...

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Wentex P&D Chromakey Curtain 400(h) x 290(w) Pipe & Drape Green Screen

WENTEX P&D Chromakey Curtain Molton 300 g/m² Green screen - 290 x 400 cm (W x H)

Green screen compatible with Pipe & Drape systems • Suitable for projecting a virtual background in film productions • Thick, flame-retardant molton • You can rent and buy all...

€249.00 *

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Wentex Pipe & Drape Transport Trolley Für 9 Vorhänge plus Befestigungsmaterial

WENTEX Pipe & Drape Transport Trolley For 27 m of curtains plus support gear

Up to 9 Pipe & Drape curtains plus support gear • Up to 10x Upright, Drape Support, Base Plate, and Pin • Truck pack friendly dimensions • Two 100-mm swivel wheels with brakes...

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WENTEX Fixed Upright 100 cm (H) - white

Powder coated • Suitable for Pipe & Drape systems • Ideal height for FOH shielding • 4-pin • Ø 51 mm • You can rent and buy all sorts of Pipes & Drapes...

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Wentex Fixed Upright 100 cm (H) – schwarz

WENTEX Fixed Upright 100 cm (H) - black

Powder coated • Suitable for Pipe & Drape systems • Ideal height for FOH shielding • 4-pin • Ø 51 mm • You can rent and buy all sorts of Pipes & Drapes...

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Wentex Rotary Knob for Drape Support M10x12 (Vorhanghalterung), weiß

WENTEX Rotary Knob for Drape Support M10 x 12 mm - black

Compatible with Pipe & Drape systems • You can rent and buy all sorts of Pipes & Drapes systems, but there is no system as versatile and easy to use as Wentex Pipes & Drapes. As a...

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Showgear Transport Bag for Wentex Base Plate 35x30 cm (LxB)

SHOWGEAR Transport Bag for Wentex Base Plate 35x30 cm (LxW)

Strong materials and sturdy finish • 10 mm foam padding • Padded handle gripper • Durable, water-repellent Codura fabric • Detachable pocket for wentex pin (200 mm) • The...

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