Curtain pelmet coving hides curtain rails, poles and tracks behind a single clean profile, giving your windows a tailored, finished look without visible hardware. Beyond the aesthetic, a well-fitted pelmet improves insulation by trapping air above the window and makes cleaning and maintenance easier by removing exposed fittings and dust traps.

Our pelmet coving range includes profiles designed to work with LED tape, rope or tube lighting for soft ambient light above your curtains, as well as simpler traditional profiles for a classic finish. All ranges are made from polyurethane — lightweight, easy to cut, and supplied primed and ready to paint in your chosen colour.

What is a curtain pelmet, and can it be customised to fit my window?

A curtain pelmet is a decorative surround fitted above a window to cover the curtain track or pole. Beyond concealing hardware, pelmets can be tailored to your exact scheme — cut to a custom length for a precise fit, finished in any paint colour, and combined with LED lighting or your existing coving profile for a fully coordinated look.

Curtain Pelmet Coving Material - Purotouch

Our curtain pelmet coving is made from Purotouch polyurethane, chosen for its durability and fine, moulded detail. It's lightweight enough for straightforward DIY installation, yet robust enough to support heavier pelmets without extra structural work. The smooth surface takes paint well, so every profile can be finished to match your exact decor. For full dimensions and technical detail, see the product specification on each listing.

Curtain Pelmets for Bay Windows

Bay windows need a pelmet that follows the angles of the window rather than running in a single straight line. Made-to-measure pelmets can be cut and joined to match the contours of the bay, giving a continuous, tailored finish across each pane. Pair with heavier fabrics like velvet for a warmer, more traditional bay, or lighter linen and cotton for a softer, more contemporary look.

Coving to conceal curtain tracks

Concealing the curtain track behind a coving profile is a popular choice in rooms with clean, minimal detailing, since it hides the hardware while keeping the ceiling-to-wall line uninterrupted. It works particularly well in open-plan spaces, where visible curtain rails can break up an otherwise simple sightline. For more configurations, see our full coving range and wall panelling collections.

What type of curtains work best with pelmet coving?
Sheer or lightweight fabrics let light filter through and keep the pelmet feeling light rather than heavy. Heavier fabrics like velvet or linen add drama and work well with tailored pleats. Neutral tones create a understated backdrop, while bolder colours make the window a focal point.

Can you add LED lighting to curtain pelmet coving?
Yes. Several profiles in our range are designed with a trough shape specifically to house LED tape, rope or tube lighting, giving a soft uplight or downlight effect above the curtains. Warm white LEDs suit a cosier look; cooler tones suit a more contemporary scheme.

Is curtain pelmet coving fitted with brackets or adhesive?
Both methods work, depending on the pelmet's weight. Brackets give a secure, adjustable fixing and are the better choice for heavier pelmets or those supporting a slide curtain pole rail. Adhesive gives a cleaner, hardware-free finish and suits lighter profiles.

How do I measure for curtain pelmet coving?
Measure the full width of the window or curtain track, including any additional length needed for the pelmet to sit past the track ends. Our profiles come in standard 200cm lengths, so measure your total run and divide by 200cm to calculate how many lengths you'll need, adding a little extra to allow for cutting.

What are curtain pelmets made from?
Our curtain pelmet coving is made from Purotouch polyurethane — lightweight, easy to cut on site, and supplied primed and ready to paint in any colour to match your scheme.