Electric curtain tracks in a beautiful room

Electric Curtain Tracks

Motorised curtain tracks from Silent Gliss. Open and close your curtains at the touch of a button, by remote, timer, or smart home.

Not sure which track is right for you? Scroll down for our comparison table, or give us a call — we're always happy to talk you through the options.

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Electric curtain tracks explained

An electric curtain track lets you open and close your curtains at the touch of a button — or on a timer, so they move with the sunrise. Whether you call them electric, motorised, or automatic curtain tracks, the principle is the same: a quiet motor does the work for you. All three systems below are made by Silent Gliss, the Swiss manufacturer trusted by five-star hotels and interior designers worldwide. We supply them at up to 35% below RRP with free UK mainland delivery.

The Autoglide 5100 is by far the most popular choice for homes: it plugs into a standard socket, needs no electrician, and handles curtains up to 25 kg on a track up to 6 metres long. For heavier or commercial curtains, the Silent Gliss 5600 supports up to 65 kg across spans of 25 metres — ideal for large windows, stage curtains, or room dividers. Prefer a visible pole rather than a concealed track? The Metropole is the only electric curtain pole on the market, available in 30 mm or 50 mm diameter with a choice of decorative finials.

Not sure which motorised curtain track suits your windows? Use the comparison table below or give us a call — we'll talk you through the options in plain English.

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Silent Gliss Autoglide 5100Best Seller

Silent Gliss Autoglide 5100

35% off RRP · Electric Curtain Track

DIY installBay windowsPlug & play

Our most popular track. Plug it in, hang it up, and you’re done — no electrician needed. Perfect for homes, bay windows, and anyone who wants the convenience of motorised curtains without the complexity.

Fitted UK mains plug
Remote, timer or wall button
Can be bent for bay windows
5-year Silent Gliss warranty
Easy DIY installation
Made to measure

35% off RRP · Free UK delivery

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Silent Gliss 560020% off RRP

Silent Gliss 5600

20% off RRP · Heavy-Duty Electric Track

Heavy curtainsLarge windowsSmart home

The professional’s choice. Powerful enough for heavy curtains and tracks up to 25 metres. Used in hotels, theatres, and high-end homes. Requires professional installation by an electrician.

Heavy-duty motor
Smart home compatible
Tracks up to 25 metres
5-year Silent Gliss warranty
Fixed switch or remote
Can be bent for bay windows

20% off RRP · Free UK delivery

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Silent Gliss Metropole30% off RRP

Silent Gliss Metropole

30% off RRP · Electric or Hand-Drawn Curtain Pole

Visible poleDesigner finialsElectric or manual

When you want the pole to be part of the design. A beautiful decorative curtain pole available in 9 colours with 9 designer finials. Choose mains electric or hand-drawn operation.

Electric or manual
9 colours & 9 finials
Made to measure
5-year Silent Gliss warranty
Can bend for bay windows
Elegant decorative design

30% off RRP · Free UK delivery

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Made to Measure Curtains

Made to Measure Curtains

For Existing Track Owners

Already have a trackWave or pencil pleatColorama fabrics

Already own a Silent Gliss track? Order beautiful made-to-measure curtains in Silent Gliss Colorama fabrics with wave or pencil pleat heading and a choice of linings including blackout.

Silent Gliss Colorama fabrics
Wave or pencil pleat
Blackout lining available
Free UK delivery

Curtains only · Free UK delivery

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Which track is right for you?

A quick comparison of our electric curtain track range

Autoglide 51005600Metropole
Best forMost homesLarge / heavy curtainsDecorative visible pole
InstallationDIY — plug inElectrician requiredElectric: electrician
Manual: DIY
PowerUK mains plugHardwired mainsHardwired / manual
Bay windowsManual only
Smart home
Weight capacity25kg (straight)65kg25kg (electric)
Max length6 metres25 metres6 metres
Remote controlElectric model only
TimerElectric model only (optional)
Discount35% off RRP20% off RRP30% off RRP
Warranty5 years5 years5 years
Configure 5100Configure 5600Configure Metropole

Still not sure? We love talking curtains.

Call us for friendly, no-pressure advice. We'll help you choose the right track for your windows, talk through bay window options, or answer any questions you have.

About electric curtain tracks
An electric curtain track, also called a motorised curtain track or automatic curtain rail, uses a built-in motor to open and close your curtains. You control it with a remote, wall switch, timer, or smart home system. All our tracks are made to measure by Silent Gliss in Switzerland and come with comprehensive fitting instructions. Whether you are upgrading from a manual track or fitting motorised curtains for the first time, the process is straightforward.
Motorised curtain tracks vs manual tracks
A motorised curtain track replaces the effort of pulling curtains by hand with quiet, smooth automation. The main advantages over a manual curtain rail are convenience (open from bed or the sofa), consistency (curtains glide evenly every time), and programmability (set a timer so curtains open with the sunrise). For heavy or wide curtains, a motorised track also reduces wear on the fabric because the motor distributes force evenly along the full length of the track.
Electric curtains for bay windows
Many people wonder if an electric curtain system can be bent for bay windows — and the answer is yes! Through our many years of selling Autoglides, we have developed a sure-fire way of getting the bends for bay windows absolutely perfect based on a few simple measurements. Silent Gliss Autoglides can have a maximum of two bends up to ninety degrees.
DIY installation vs professional fitting
The Autoglide 5100 is designed for DIY installation — it comes with a fitted UK mains plug so there’s no wiring involved. The 5600 and electric Metropole models require hardwiring by a qualified electrician. We can recommend installers in your area if needed.