Motorised Curtain Tracks

⚙️ Motorised Curtain Tracks

Explore Motorisation Options

Motorised curtain tracks bring smooth, quiet, automated control to both sheer and blockout curtains. Whether you’re upgrading an existing track or installing a new system, Taylor & Stirling supply and install motorised curtain tracks across Ballarat , Daylesford, Hobart, Huonville and surrounding regions.

Curtain motors are different to blind motors — they require pull force, not tube rotation — and the right motor depends on fabric weight, track type and installation space.

🪟 Where Motorised Curtain Tracks Are Used

Perfect for:

Living rooms and open‑plan areas
Bedrooms and master suites
Media rooms and home theatres
High ceilings and large windows
Architectural homes with raked ceilings
Heritage homes with heavy drapes

Why homeowners choose motorised curtains

Smooth, quiet travel
No cords — fully child‑safe
Perfect for large or tall windows
Smart home control
Ideal for sheer + blockout combinations

🔧 Curtain Track Types

Straight Tracks

The most common option, suitable for sheers, blockouts and double‑track systems.

Curved Tracks

Custom‑bent for bay windows, corner windows and architectural spaces.

Double Tracks (Sheer + Blockout)

Independent control of day and night curtains.

S‑Fold / Wave Fold

Modern, flowing look — extremely popular in Hobart’s contemporary homes.

Pinch Pleat / Pencil Pleat

Classic style — common in Ballarat heritage homes.

⚙️ Curtain Motor Types

Curtain motors fall into three engineering categories:

1️⃣ Belt‑Drive Motors (Standard)

Motor pulls a belt inside the track
Smooth, quiet operation
Ideal for new tracks
Supports long runs and heavy curtains

2️⃣ Rod‑Drive Motors (Heavy Duty)

Motor drives a rod instead of a belt
Best for very heavy drapes
Suitable for wide spans and tall windows

3️⃣ Luna Clip‑In Retrofit Motor (Series 51/78)

A major advantage unique to Taylor & Stirling

Clips directly into existing Series 51 or Series 78 tracks
No belts, no pulleys, no track replacement
Uses the track’s internal channel as the drive path
Quiet, compact, low‑profile
Ideal for retrofitting existing homes
Works with S‑fold, pinch pleat and pencil pleat
Smart home compatible

This is the hero retrofit solution for Ballarat & Hobart homes.

🔋 Power Options – Battery, Hardwired & Solar

Battery Motors

No electrician required
Ideal for retrofits
Works with Luna and some belt‑drive systems
6–12 months between charges

Hardwired Motors

Best for large or heavy curtains
Ideal for new builds and renovations
No recharging
Supports advanced automation

Solar Assistance

Rare for curtains but possible in some installations

🧮 Motor Strength & Fabric Weight

Curtains vary dramatically in weight:

Sheers = light
Blockouts = medium
Lined drapes = heavy
Interlined drapes = very heavy

Motor selection depends on:

Track length
Curtain weight
Fabric type
Mounting height
Single vs double track

We size motors correctly to ensure:

Smooth travel
Quiet operation
Long motor life

⭐ Luna Retrofit Motor – Motorise Existing Tracks

The Luna motor is a game‑changer for existing homes.

Works with:

Series 51 tracks
Series 78 tracks

Benefits

Clips inside the track — no belts
No need to replace the track
No plaster damage
No repainting
No re‑mounting
No need to remove curtains
Ideal for Ballarat & Hobart retrofits

Limitations

Cannot motorise triangle tracks
Not suitable for extremely heavy drapes
Not suitable for very long runs

⛰️ Motorised Triangles & Raked Ceilings (Forrest Drapery Track)

Taylor & Stirling supply the Forrest Drapery motorised track, one of the only systems capable of:

Motorised triangle windows
Motorised raked ceilings
Motorised gable windows

Perfect for:

Hobart architectural homes
Huon Valley chalets and A‑frames
Ballarat extensions with raked ceilings

This is a premium specialist solution that almost no competitor offers.

📱 Smart Home Integration

Motorised curtain tracks can be controlled via:

Consumer Platforms

Google Home
Amazon Alexa
Apple Home
Samsung SmartThings

Manufacturer Hubs

Somfy TaHoma
Automate Pulse 2
Alpha Neo

Enthusiast Platforms

Home Assistant
Hubitat
Aqara
Eve

Professional Systems

Control4
Crestron
Savant
Elan
C‑Bus

Protocols

Matter
Zigbee
Wi‑Fi
RTS
Dry‑contact

🏡 Ballarat & Hobart Local Installation Considerations

Ballarat

Many homes have existing Series 51/78 tracks → Luna ideal
Heritage homes with heavy drapes → belt or rod‑drive motors
High ceilings → hardwired motors recommended

Hobart

Modern homes with S‑fold sheers → belt‑drive or Luna
Architectural windows → Forrest Drapery triangle track
Strong sun exposure → automation helps manage heat

Huon Valley / Kingston / Sandy Bay

Large windows common → hardwired motors
Coastal exposure → fabric weight and track strength matter

🛠️ Retrofit Motorisation

We can motorise many existing curtain tracks using:

Luna Clip‑In Motor

Works with Series 51/78
No track replacement
Minimal disruption

When a new track is required

Triangles
Raked ceilings
Very heavy drapes
Very long runs
Non‑compatible track profiles

❓ Technical FAQ – Motorised Curtain Tracks

Can you motorise my existing curtain track?

Yes — if it’s Series 51 or 78, the Luna motor can clip in without replacing the track.

Can you motorise triangle windows?

Yes — using the Forrest Drapery motorised track.

Which system is quietest?

Belt‑drive motors and the Luna motor are both extremely quiet.

Do motorised curtains work with smart home systems?

Yes — Google, Apple, Alexa, Matter, Zigbee, Somfy, Automate, Alpha, Home Assistant and more.

Do motorised curtains remove cords?

Yes — motorisation eliminates cords entirely, making them fully child‑safe.

Do I need wiring installed?

Battery motors require no wiring. Hardwired motors require a 240V feed.

Book an Curtian Motorisation Consultation

Local Indoor Motorisation Specialists Servicing Ballarat, Buninyong, Creswick, Hobart, Kingston, Sandy Bay, Huonville and the Huon Valley, we provide expert installation for motorised roller blinds, Roman blinds, honeycomb blinds and curtains.

Ballarat: (03) 5331 4441
Huonville: 11 Wilmot Rd, Huonville TAS 7109