IKEA VIDGA - MODERN CURTAIN TRACK SYSTEM

[@justme-dw9oj]

This system is very similar to what we had in Germany years ago from childhood and Im 74 now. Love it as no dust can collect on top of curtains and no rods to dust as well! There was also a piece to cover the track !

[@SarahWisted]

Love that!!

[@margaretWestminster]

Thank you, you did a wonderful job ❤

[@dotwillcoxson5352]

Our house in Australia has these tracks. It was built over 40 years ago by a Dutchman who had moved to Australia. I still have the curtains that were made in Holland at the same time.

[@joycerobinson1671]

This lady looks just like the teacher from matilda . She gives off the vibe too. I automatically just feel cozy watching her

[@SarahWisted]

I love this comment so much 🥺

[@niknik1078]

Ms. Honey 😊

[@lisaduffy5853]

I got really confused then & thought why would you say that she looks nothing like Miss Trunchbull but then I realised you meant the lovely Miss Honey 🤦 I agree with your comment 😊

[@katelinnorman5800]

Thankyou for explaining / showing how it all fits together. I was looking at them initially, but i didn't realize you could just line them up if they weren't long enough

[@anibabaa]

Awesome video. What screws did you use for the ceiling bracket? Thank you.

[@marieheisler7357]

Thanks for your video! Question… is your ceiling sloped at all, or will this system work on a sloped ceiling? And how many slider hooks should we get for one track system? Thanks again! ❤

[@SarahWisted]

It’s not sloped! I don’t know if the curtains would stay in place on a slope, but that probably depends on how steep the slope is

[@kd4965]

I wish ppl posting their process more about how to find stud and mentioned about potential issues than just beautiful finish all the time

[@SarahWisted]

I’m not very technical when it comes to installation, just really like the look/outcome

[@katena7deed52]

I was leaving but I heard how nicely and politely you asked me to subscribe and I immediately did :) Good luck.. Love your content.

[@SarahWisted]

Thank you love ☺️

[@veram8547]

“We are not professionals by any means.” I don’t know about that you both do a perfect job on every project. Thanks for sharing. Love the linen pink curtains. 🎀

[@SarahWisted]

Awe thank you! I’m lucky my husband is very handy ☺️

[@rong111y]

some kids tend to pull off the curtains for fun, I would probably add an anchor before the screw. overall, it looks beautiful.

[@henrysg-iPhone14]

Wondering how the simple screws attached to the ceiling could be able to hold the weight..

[@alcurtis93]

Hopefully they used some substantial ceiling plugs designed for non cantilever force

[@FuManchu5ltr]

You first find the ceiling joists with a stud finder. Mark the joist locations, drill the holes with a small pilot hole bit. The screws go into those. The ceiling itself can not be load bearing.

[@Rockysbeats]

@@FuManchu5ltr but the curtains need to be next to the wall and window, what if there is not a joist there?

[@gordonm6128]

Just use a wall anchor and you will be fine!

[@kawikakolomonakamakeeaina8466]

Thank you so much for this video, the best one I've found explaining how to install the Vidga track system. We are also ordering white blackout velvet curtains from ChadMade. Wouldn't have found them without you. I am curious though as to why you went with a three-track system, but only installed a single layer of curtains. Am I missing something here? Would it be okay to go with the single track system?

[@SarahWisted]

Of course! And I originally planned to do a layer of sheer curtains but I ended up ditching that idea and going with roller shades underneath. I could have use just the single track 🖤

[@janettejones5030]

This is a great video. I just wish I could find a similar video on the vidga but with the panels it is sold to go with (not curtains). I am trying to figure out how to properly hang the panels.

[@SarahWisted]

🤍🤍

[@AlejandroGuillenG]

what's the name of the Ikea ceiling mount brackets for the track rail? I could not find them.

[@jackiemettler4901]

I didn't know Ikea had that style...so great! Love your vibe!

[@SarahWisted]

IKEA continues to pull through!!

[@betterhoodproperties]

thank you for the thorough explanation. I'm looking at the Ikea site now and there is minimal explanations on what is needed for what I was wanting to know

[@HarryDunlopClark]

I absolutely adore it. Looks so smart. One thing I would ask is if the wall between the two windows would look better covered? Having it as it is now, the track may as well not go across the whole wall, no?

[@ninaknizner5137]

can you show the name of that top lever that you buy separately?

[@humblerawat]

Thanks this was helpful. Did you not hook the screws to stud in the ceiling ?

[@SarahWisted]

We didn’t!

[@july713x3]

It looks like they don't sell the ceiling plate/parts anymore. I bought this and no ceiling parts.

[@s.serrano4889]

Looks so professional and beautiful. May you have a healthy baby girl.

[@SarahWisted]

Thank you love! 🤍

[@JabberJelly]

My concern is that they will fall and damage the ceiling if the track isn't drilled into a stud. Did you guys have this concern? I need to install curtains this week from the ceiling. Edit: drywall anchors are a thing I just learned about

[@monomills9587]

There are special screws with a variety of gimmicks designed to hold heavy loads without the need of studs. Look up anchor screws.

[@JabberJelly]

@@monomills9587 thank you

[@The52blocks]

Anchor screws won’t work if the curtains are even the slightest bit heavy. You’ll need to find the joist.

[@jonesyokc]

@@The52blocks I was thinking of that or use a toggle bolt. Anchors will pull out. They might be okay for hanging things on the all but I suspect they will pull out relatively easy when hanging from the ceiling where the force is pulling outward. I especially wouldn't use any gimmick screws in a kid's room. You need something much more durable. Something that can stand up to a kid pulling on the curtains. They will do that.

[@samjones6464]

I'm thinking to go with the 3 track for a layered sheer and blockout curtain setup. Is the distance between the two outer tracks far enough so when one of the curtains are pulled, it won't be blocked by the other curtain or it won't pull the other curtain along? The 2 track system with 12cm wall fitting seems to have more space between the two curtains. Keen to know what others experience has been like.

[@SarahWisted]

I’m not sure about the layered curtains as I’ve never actually hung 2 sets at 1 time. If I do decide to, I’ll definitely let you guys know my thoughts ☺️

[@changetocome100]

This is helpful, I'm looking for a solution for curtains on a condo window wall that isn't straight, the wall cuts into a den but is all glass, no place for a rod but the ceiling is a great solution...who knew?!

[@SarahWisted]

Love that!! It’s an easy go to ☺️

[@saucegotti9416]

2:48 buy where ? I have these curtains and literally don’t see them on ikea and you didn’t leave a link to them

[@fiona5841]

Thank you for posting this Sarah, I have the same rails but the connected part doesn't slide smoothly, and a lot of times stops me sliding. Do you have the same problem?

[@Nursemomi25]

Can the vigda track be installed on the wall instead of the ceiling? I have an existing curtain rod and I wanted to replace it it vigda like you I wanted to keep it simple and no distraction of the curtain rod. Thank you for sharing

[@SarahWisted]

I believe so! IKEA should have more info on that ☺️

[@joannesmith7744]

Nice look. That is a double rod then? Can hang 2 layers? Have a super sunny room with a view so wanted a sheer layer to not be blinded by and heavier one for sleeping..

[@superglo1000]

If you check the website it does have a vigda planner

[@SarahWisted]

🖤🖤

[@kd4965]

Is your ceiling plastered ? And you have to find stud to screw on to avoid falling off the plaster ??? I’m thinking doing the same but worry of the plaster won’t hold the weight ? Is my concern legit ?

[@SarahWisted]

It’s drywall 🤍

[@lindaforgione9331]

Where is the list to get the items?

[@tarahighlands2540]

Hi Sarah I ordered exactly what you ordered even the curtains Everything has finally arrived and now the fun part if assembly Im a little confused how you gut the plastic pieces into the curtains abs than secured to the track ????

[@SarahWisted]

There’s an end piece on the curtain track - you don’t put the end piece on until you put the gliders on the track 🖤

[@sandrinedandrea4922]

Thank you. This was a great video and very helpful. I am in need of ideas about how to fit curtains on a very long wall (over 16 feet) and came across your video. I will go back to Ikea today! Thanks again.

[@SarahWisted]

Good luck!!

[@saramanrique7208]

Did you add anchors first? How have they held up without them?

[@SarahWisted]

We did not! So far they’re still holding up well 🤍

[@jenniferh5174]

Have you had any issues with the weight of the curtains on this track system? I need 108” long curtains, which would be about 11 lbs per panel, so 22 lbs of weight I’m a bit concerned this track system can support it

[@SarahWisted]

Actually yes! I have the 1 track system in my office and you absolutely cannot hang heavy curtains on it or it droops. The 3 track is more sturdy and can hold more weight!

[@jenniferh5174]

Thank you!

[@Sachbolopolkholo]

Can we drill holes anywhere in the ceiling or we need to find the studs first??

[@SarahWisted]

We did not drill into studs 🖤

[@norahkhang6020]

Do we need to drill into studs at all or use anchor hooks when drilling into ceiling ?

[@SarahWisted]

We did not drill into studs or use an anchor hook 🖤

[@jrs2024]

What is the distance from back wall to front of the window & trim, to know how far from the back wall to hang the track, so that curtains aren’t too close to the trim when closing the curtains? Visually from your video, looks like 4 inches but idk. Thanks!

[@brendar-b310]

Great video thank you so much. I do have one question though are anchors required?

[@jayshukla4926]

Did you "connect" two lengths of track or just lined them up? If you joined it then what did you use for connecting tracks. Thanks.

[@SarahWisted]

We connected them! I show it briefly in the video but, yes, there’s a connector price ☺️

[@navileiyengar]

Thank you for the detailed explanation. Mine are velvet curtains and they are very heavy. I also plan on having a sheer curtain in addition to the blackout velvet curtains. I'm concerned whether it will hold all the weight of the curtains. Please advise. Thanks!

[@SarahWisted]

I’d definitely get the 3 track for that as it’s more sturdy than the 1 track 🤍

[@navileiyengar]

@@SarahWisted Thank you!

[@ilianaferreira7935]

Hi, how did you determine the size of the curtain length for it to just touch the floor. Just wondering what your ceiling to floor height is along with the width of the track to acheive that look? Any info is appreciated.

[@toyaevette3155]

Best video I’ve seen! I love the hotel look and I’m definitely the person that 2 hand slides the curtains open wide like “bam!” in the hotel room 😂. “GOOD MORNING NEIGHBORS!”

[@SarahWisted]

hahaha so true!

[@rakkileigh]

Love this! Exactly what I am looking for! THank you! What did you use to connect to the two to go all the way across the room? I can't find that piece on IKEA.

[@SarahWisted]

It comes in one of the hardware packs - I believe it’s in the VIDGA pack but may be the ceiling bracket pack, not sure!

[@husnanousheen732]

Does this curtain track hold the weight of velvet(velcro) curtains?? Do you know much much weight does this hold?

[@SarahWisted]

I don’t know how much weight it holds but I definitely would recommend the 3 track over the 1 track if you want heavier curtains. We have the 1 track in my baby boys room and the curtains are a bit too heavy for it.

[@isabellefanny7725]

Thanks for the details video, looks like I’m missing the ceiling brackets and i can’t find them on ikea website , do you have an idea where we can find it even a dupe? Thank you

[@SarahWisted]

I just updated the links! Looks like the ceiling brackets are now Included when you buy the VIDGA curtain track, per the website description 🖤

[@winged9121]

This video is a lifesaver that should be demo'd on the Ikea website

[@SarahWisted]

So glad it was helpful!

[@danielamiro987]

but can you show us how you added the hooks in the curtains to make the pleats look so perfect

[@SarahWisted]

The curtains were custom pleated curtains so they came like that! 🖤

[@JannyLovesManny]

Do you rem where you got the white gauzy curtains in your office ? I’m doing two layers and I want the one layer to be light filtering just like that

[@SarahWisted]

IKEA!

[@sushmapvd2965]

Sarah - i have a slightly sloped ceiling - may be a 20degree angle - would the track work fine?

[@leeward1717]

Just curious about using the track furthest from the window and whether it might make the track less obvious ?

[@roselucht4583]

Ohh thank you for sharing I LOVE this!! I hope they sell curtains that from floor to ceiling too!

[@SarahWisted]

of course!!

[@pameladenise7074]

I so appreciate your video bc I am really considering buying those but wasn’t sure how to install so again thank you & the hubby. One question I see there are 3 rows where the hooks go so you know if you can layer the curtains

[@SarahWisted]

Yes, the 3 track you can layer up to 3 curtains or so I understand it

[@eatblogtravel]

Did you drill a whole in the dry wall and put an anchor in first or did you just screw right into the ceiling?

[@SarahWisted]

Just screwed into the ceiling. 🖤

[@cellee4548]

Where do you buy the bracket that you attach to the ceiling? I dont have it on the triple track that i bought…

[@carolinecreason7145]

I don’t know how you stayed so calm during this project hahaha I absolutely do not recommend doing this- hire someone 🤣🤣 thank goodness for this video

[@SarahWisted]

Hahah I feel ya!! IKEA is a commitment

[@sislertx]

Thank u soooo soooo much..i have been wanting these for 6 years but could not figure it out....but need an curve in them..also where to get curtains...i HAVE TO HAVE BLACK OUT

[@genevievetong8955]

Hi! Do you have to have like steel on the ceiling to be able to attach the curtain?

[@naimahq8739]

Will ikea cut it for me? Lol I don’t have a miter saw nor do I want to mess up the curtain track

[@SarahWisted]

No clue 😬

[@melissacallia4230]

Very explanatory! I was looking forward to the swoosh of closing the curtains though 😄

[@marcostarnari]

Hi! I have a problem: how do you fix the first ring? It’s mobile and if I close the curtain, it moves and it is ugly. How did you solved?

[@SarahWisted]

Not sure what you mean?

[@laurenjung116]

Thanks for this video! Does Ikea include the wall mounting hardware? If not, is it only the VIDGA wall bracket that's needed to be bought separately?

[@Nursemomi25]

Hi this video is so helpful. I’m planning to install a vigda track in out living room. Just a question though, what if your installing it to the wall and not in the ceiling is that still possible?

[@SarahWisted]

I believe so! IKEA should have more info on that ☺️

[@TatianaPritchard]

This is exactly what I need!!! I can’t believe I didn’t know ikea had this!! Love your channel babe!! And congrats on your little peanut!!! 💛💛

[@SarahWisted]

Oh good I’m glad I could help! And thank you ☺️

[@Free-g8r]

Did you screw into the drywall without an anchor or was there a joist behind where you put the ceiling brackets?

[@AprilFrresh]

Are there only two ceiling pieces? No reinforcements in the middle?

[@SarahWisted]

There are ceiling pieces on each end of each track piece. You only need 1 ceiling piece between each track. I have 3 track pieces, so there are 4 total ceiling pieces

[@nikkio.9990]

The custom curtains you ordered off of Amazon where they the exact length you needed or did you have to hem them?

[@Aussiebloke1989]

Me an my wife went to IKEA just today our house is nearly finished beenin built we are decking our whole house out with theses three rail curtin setups it look fairly easy an definitely cheaper way to go then getting a expert to do it thank heaps!😊

[@SarahWisted]

Yes! Thank goodness for IKEA. Congratulations on the finished home!

[@nataliemalpas8797]

These are really nice, thanks for the vid. I just wish ikea would have these in stock

[@SarahWisted]

I know! IKEAs stock challenges are really killing us 🙈

[@kristinm905]

I was waiting for IKEA to have them in stock as well… But ended up just ordering them off eBay… I was able to order a track and then a second check that was a custom size so that I could fill the whole wall

[@timelesstoanyone]

I'm thinking of installing similar rail but how did you find the stud in the celling? It looks like its been attached to the plaster, won't that off if pulled?

[@jeniacouch9250]

Hi, can you send a link of ceiling mount pieces, I’m confused on their website. Thank you!

[@SGF1234]

Also, did you screw the ceiling fitting into a stud or just into drywall?

[@jeffreypill]

Good question, I was thinking the same.

[@SarahWisted]

Into the drywall!

[@droneproductions625]

I'm assuming you counted the number of curtain hooks you needed before final install or did you just leave the excess at the end?

[@myronmccumber7926]

HELP!!! Please .. Parts and Pieces we are wanting to use a double rail for sheers & lightweight curtains . No IKEA in Alaska:( We enjoyed your your video we're have difficulty know what some of the parts are called: if you add a rail together or splice it what is that part called that connects the pieces together? We could not locate them on the web page.

[@SarahWisted]

I’ve updated the links ☺️

[@dinh5532]

Looks great, curious as to why you went with the triple track?

[@SarahWisted]

We had originally wanted to have 2 layers - 1 sheer and 1 blackout, but ended up with just 1 layer 🤍

[@dinh5532]

@@SarahWisted Thank you! I just got the triple track one, hopefully it works out for me!

[@marshall3n]

Can I ask what curtains you got? And any idea how much weight they can hold? I’d love to have some blackout curtains in one slot and sheer curtains in another

[@danaem777]

Did you just drill into the ceiling? No anchors?

[@SarahWisted]

No anchors - straight into the ceiling

[@DaveSimkus]

Hey, I know this video is old now but I have a couple questions and concerns. First, is the triple track meant for curtains or for those panel things? Because it's so narrow, how are three curtains supposed to fit? Won't sheers and curtains be too close together on this track. And finally, I can't find an answer to this anywhere, how far away from the window wall should curtains hang? I'm guessing that the track should not be right up against the wall but have some distance out but I can't figure out what that distance should be. The curtains shouldn't touch the windows and wall I assume. Any suggestions?

[@lorimilmoe821]

If I hang the track under my crown molding on the wall,will the curtains slide ok?

[@SarahWisted]

I don’t think they’d work that way - the track would be 90 degrees off

[@ecaterinarusu1208]

Hi, can you please tell me what the ceiling piece is called? I have the tracks just can’t find the ceiling piece

[@jl4029]

Looks pretty I have been looking for curtains like that!! Could you leave the links where you purchased the curtains? ( i couldnt find from amazon)

[@SarahWisted]

Of course! Here ya go. I ordered a custom size through the ChadMade website from the Liz Linen collection - rstyle.me/cz-n/ezt836ccev7

[@jl4029]

Sarah Wisted Thank you so much 😄

[@maricorpono5005]

Thank you for the link

[@jenadejesus6098]

Can you hang a set of panels on one row and 2 different sets of curtains on the other 2 ? Wondering if this would work for the 3row .?

[@SarahWisted]

Yes you can hang 3 layers of curtains on a 3 track

[@jeantefouet3046]

what is the name of the small hook that goes on the ceiling please?

[@SarahWisted]

Not sure! IKEA may have some info on it 🖤

[@Nancy-sk2sw]

Hi, can you provide the details on items purchased?

[@SarahWisted]

All details are in the description box ☺️

[@claired-c1216]

Did you use anchors to put the screws in the ceiling? I'm worried the track will be too heavy.

[@ninaknizner5137]

Thank you!!! What kind of screws did you use?

[@cellee4548]

2:46 where do you buy that?🫤🫤🫤 i thought i have all set up but im missing that piece that you said ceiling piece😕😕😕

[@anthonybarr2549]

Such a cute couple! I have 6 large windows in my living room so this is gonna work perfect! As multiple curtain rods look tacky to me. Especially in an all white living room

[@SarahWisted]

That will look so good!!

[@anniedrea03]

Hi Sara! Do you mind updating the links for the curtain system? The links are all leading to the IKEA home page. Thankies!

[@SarahWisted]

Links have been updated ☺️

[@maryroseyap]

What kind of screws did you use to attach to the ceiling?

[@klscott23]

Thank you for making this video. My wife and I are headed to IKEA today. I hope to cut off all the sunlight and street light from our bedroom to get a better nights rest and possibly to sleep in late on occasion.

[@SarahWisted]

Good luck 🙏🏻

[@famo7333]

Great video! However, the links don’t work on IKEA, unfortunately. Could we get the names of the products. Thank you!

[@SarahWisted]

Links and names have been updated ☺️

[@cw03801]

Did you have any concerns regarding anchoring into a stud on the ceiling. I'm concerns about the weight of my curtains pulling the vidga from the ceiling

[@un4getablefriend]

What size, type screw did you use at 3:24 please?

[@sallyshea2707]

Lovely and well done. First Baby? Babies will tug at anything they can reach and the months fly by!

[@tinayangzom2579]

What is the name of two thing that you need to buy it separately in your ceiling before installing vidga ceiling rod?

[@SarahWisted]

Updated links are in the description- looks like the ceiling pieces are included with the VIDGA curtain track

[@tinayangzom2579]

@@SarahWisted no it is not included lol

[@lilchubbie]

I just found your channel today, and I truly appreciate all of your videos Sarah. They are super amazing and I have learned a lot from you. Thank you so much my Dear!

[@SarahWisted]

Awe thank you love! So glad to provide any sort of help :)

[@sahanasridhar3876]

What was your ceiling to floor length ? Could you please share ?

[@SarahWisted]

9 ft ☺️

[@sahanasridhar3876]

Thankyou. Can I insert these plastic hooks into any normal curtain ? I got these hpd half price drapes curtains from amazon. Will vidga work with these curtains ? Please tell me, so confused.

[@harmonics2012]

Great post, this was the first video on track curtains and I will go out and purchase the Ikea store, Keep up the great post :)

[@ourblissfulfamily7530]

Hi. I really love your drapes I want to do the same. But you links for ikea are not taking me to the exact page. It’s only takes to the main ikea home page. Please help.

[@earphbound720]

Do you need to drill into a stud on the ceiling because I can’t find any 😢

[@Megalish3]

Hi! thank you for the video. im want to attach it to the ceiling, but im wondering why you bought a 3 track set instead of a single? I have two layer of curtains I want to hang im just wondering if I need the triple or they make a double?

[@SarahWisted]

I was going to hang 2 layers of curtains but decided to just do 1 last minute. The 3 track is also much sturdier than the 1 track and can hold a heavier curtain.