Universal 28mm Ball 3 Sided Bay Window Pole Satin Steel

The Universal 28mm Ball 3-Sided Bay Window Curtain Pole in Satin Steel provides an affordable and practical solution for dressing traditional three-sided bay windows. Featuring a subtle satin steel finish and classic round ball finials, this entry-level metal curtain pole offers a smart, understated appearance that complements both contemporary and traditional interiors.

The satin steel finish has a soft, muted silver appearance, making it an attractive alternative to brighter polished chrome. Its neutral colour works particularly well with modern furnishings, stainless steel accessories and a wide range of curtain fabrics. Designed for medium-weight pleated curtains, the 28mm metal pole incorporates specially shaped passing rings and compatible wall-fix brackets, allowing curtains to travel around the angles of the bay without being stopped by intermediate supports.

This bay window pole is supplied as separate components for assembly and cutting to size during installation. The pole sections are not pre-cut to your individual bay window measurements, so you or your fitter will need to measure each section and cut the poles to the required lengths using a fine-tooth hacksaw.

The complete kit includes 28mm metal pole sections, matching satin steel ball finials, passing rings, wall-fix pass-over brackets, two adjustable corner joints and a pole connector.

Passing Rings and Adjustable Corner Joints

The Universal bay window curtain pole is supplied with specially shaped passing rings featuring a small opening, allowing them to travel over the compatible wall-fix brackets. This enables curtains to move across the three sections of the bay without being obstructed by intermediate supports.

The passing rings are not nylon-lined. The Universal range uses standard metal passing rings rather than the nylon-lined versions found on some higher-priced bay window curtain poles, making it a more economical choice for customers looking for a functional bay window system.

For the best performance, we recommend using curtains with a tightly gathered heading. Curtain hooks should be positioned in the top pocket of the curtain heading tape so that the curtains hang neatly beneath the rings.

This helps minimise downward pressure on the passing rings, reducing friction against the pole and brackets. Curtains that hang too far below the rings can place additional strain on the passing components, making them more difficult to move around the corners of the bay.

Two adjustable corner joints are supplied to connect the straight pole sections at each angle of the window. These accommodate internal bay window angles between 110 and 180 degrees, allowing the pole to follow the shape of most traditional three-sided bay windows.

This system is not suitable for bay windows with 90-degree angles, as the corners are too sharp for the passing rings to travel around effectively.

Wall-Fix Passing Brackets

The Universal 28mm bay window curtain pole is supplied with matching satin steel wall-fix pass-over brackets, designed to support the pole while allowing the specially shaped curtain rings to travel past the intermediate supports.

Each kit includes seven brackets, providing support across the three sections of the bay. The brackets project approximately 104mm from the wall, allowing clearance for the curtains to hang beneath the pole.

The brackets are positioned around the bay to support the straight pole sections and connecting components, helping to provide a secure installation. Their satin steel finish coordinates with the pole and ball finials for a consistent, understated appearance.

This curtain pole is wall-fix only and is not suitable for ceiling fixing. If you require a ceiling-mounted bay window pole, we recommend choosing one of our alternative bay window curtain pole systems with a dedicated ceiling-fix bracket option.

Choosing the Correct Size

The Universal 28mm Ball three-sided bay window curtain pole is available in 300cm and 500cm overall lengths, with each size supplied as a combination of shorter pole sections.

The size shown represents the total length of pole supplied across all three sections, rather than the individual width of each section of your bay window.

The pole combinations are as follows:

• 300cm set: 4 poles, each measuring 75cm

• 500cm set: 2 poles measuring 100cm and 2 poles measuring 150cm

The 300cm kit includes 28 curtain rings, while the 500cm kit includes 48 rings. Both sizes are supplied with seven brackets and two adjustable corner joints.

Before ordering, measure all three straight sections of your bay window and check that the individual pole lengths supplied with your chosen kit can be cut and assembled to accommodate your measurements.

The metal pole sections can be shortened using a fine-tooth hacksaw, allowing them to be adjusted to the required lengths during installation.

The pole sections cannot be made longer, so it is important to ensure that the combination supplied is suitable for your bay window, particularly if you have a wider central section or unequal sides.

Installation Information

The Universal 28mm Ball bay window curtain pole requires measuring, cutting and assembly by the customer or their chosen fitter. The individual pole sections must be cut to the required lengths before being connected using the supplied joining components and adjustable corner joints.

The wall-fix brackets should be positioned to provide suitable support along the pole, with particular attention given to the connecting sections and corners.

The brackets have a fixed projection of approximately 104mm from the wall, so please check that this provides sufficient clearance for your curtains, window handles and any other obstructions.

Suitable fixing screws and wall plugs should be selected according to the construction and condition of your walls. The fixings must be capable of securely supporting the combined weight of the curtain pole and curtains.

If you are unsure which fixings are appropriate for your installation, we recommend seeking advice from a qualified installer before fitting.

Important Information

The Satin Steel finish has a muted silver appearance rather than the bright, reflective shine of chrome. As descriptions of satin finishes can vary between manufacturers, we recommend referring to the product images to ensure the colour and appearance are suitable for your interior before ordering.

This bay window curtain pole is not suitable for eyelet curtains. It is designed for pleated curtains used with the supplied passing rings.

The passing rings are not nylon-lined. For easier curtain movement, we recommend using a tightly gathered heading with the curtain hooks positioned in the top pocket of the heading tape.

This system is suitable for internal bay window angles between 110 and 180 degrees and is not suitable for 90-degree corners.

We do not recommend this system for very tall windows where the curtain rings cannot be comfortably reached and guided around the bends. Pulling the curtains from significantly below pole level can place additional downward pressure on the rings, increasing friction against the pole and brackets and making the curtains more difficult to operate.

Please check your bay window measurements, corner angles, individual pole lengths and wall-fixing requirements carefully before ordering.

Important: This bay window curtain pole is not suitable for eyelet curtains and should not be installed on tall windows where the rings cannot be comfortably guided around the bends. Excessive downward pressure on the rings can increase friction against the pole and brackets, resulting in reduced curtain glide and more difficult operation.