Drapery Systems
Traditional Drapery Track Systems
Lutron drapery track systems electronically operate pinch pleat or ripplefold draperies to elegantly provide quiet, convenient control of daylight. Simple controls and smooth transitions transform any room into a pleasing, inviting space.
Kirbé Vertical Drapery System
An industry first, the Kirbé vertical drapery system smoothly pulls fabric up and completely out of the way - unlike traditional draperies that move from side-to-side. This unique design provides greater access to windows and views by eliminating the creation of stack back.
Lutron drapery track systems provide a wide range of options to suit the needs of any application. Our systems allow for tracks up to 30 ft long, single or multi-bend curved tracks, manual-open override, track splicing, 90° curves, and much more.
Pleat Styles
Pinch Pleat
Pinch pleat style is named for the pleated look created by pinched gatherings of the fabric at the top of the drapery. Pins on the back of the drapery are simply looped through the carriers on the track when installed. For the best system performance, a drapery hook setting of ½ in. from the top of the drapery should be used.
Ripplefold
Ripplefold style is named for the soft, consistent ripples created by the drapery as it hangs from the track. The drapery is constructed with Graber snap tape that allows it to be snapped directly to the carriers on the track. Fullness of the drapery is determined by the spacing of the carriers in the track. Lutron ripplefold tracks are available in 3 fullness factors: 80%, 100% and 120%.
Track Options
Straight Track
The straight track system is available in the following configurations:
- Single or dual track
- Right draw, left draw, center draw, and tandem systems (center draw)
- Standard single track with lengths up to 18 ft; up to 30 ft spliced; up to 60 ft for spliced, tandem systems
Curved Track
Curved tracks are available in a standard arc or by custom specifications.
- All Lutron drapery drives will accommodate a single curve or bend; D145 or D175 drives are required for tracks with double curves or bends
- Standard arc: 90° bend with 20 in. (0.5 m) radius
- Custom: up to 90° bends are possible; curved radius must be 20 in. (0.5 m) or greater
- Center draw and single draw versions are available
Draw Styles
The draw style of your drapery is the direction in which the draperies open. The draw style determines where the stack back of the drapery will lay. Consider your application carefully when selecting a draw style.
Right Draw
The drive is located on the right-hand side, and the carrier opens drapery from the left toward the right. (Drive remains hidden behind the stack back.)
Left Draw
The drive is located on the left-hand side, and the carrier opens drapery from the right toward the left. (Drive remains hidden behind the stack back.)
Center Draw
One drive uses two carriers to open the draperies from the center to the left and right simultaneously. (Drive can be located on the left or right, right side shown, while remaining hidden behind the stack back.)
Tandem System
Tandem systems use 2 tracks, thereby having a drive unit at each end. This allows for longer, center draw systems (over 30 ft), or for center draw systems to operate heavier drapes. The accuracy of movement and speed control of Lutron drapery track drives allow 2 independent systems to work in unison for elegant, smooth movement. Spliced, tandem systems have a maximum 60 ft length.
Track Splicing
Track Splicing is a convenient option for the shipment and installation of long drapery tracks. It allows for a drapery track to be shipped in 2 or 3 equal sections, and easily connected at the job site. This allows for:
- Longer standard track lengths of up to 30 ft
- Shorter packaging and easier transportation of tracks to and on the job site
Manual Open feature
The drapery track system is available with a manual open carrier for drapery fabric panels weighing up to 70 lbs. When manual force is applied to the drapery the master carrier releases, allowing the drapery to open.
The Lutron patented spring release system is field-adjustable to customize force necessary to manually open drapery. The benefits of this option include:
- Open draperies during a power loss
- Prevent damage to the system if a user attempts to pull open the drapery, not realizing that the track is motorized
Drive Options
Lutron offers single, dual, curved, single-tandem and dual-tandem drapery track systems in 3 different drive options, each with different weight capacities, to meet your window covering needs:
D105 Drive
- Carries draperies up to 105 lbs (47.6kg) across a track
- Features color-matched end caps, track splicing and manual open capability
- Allows for tracks up to 18 ft (5486 mm) in length, or up to 30 ft (9144 mm) using a splice
- Operates curved tracks with a single bend
- Available for pinch pleat and ripplefold drapery systems
D145 Drive
- Carries draperies up to 145 lbs (67.8 kg) across a track
- Features color-matched end caps and track splicing
- Allows for tracks up to 18 ft (5486 mm) in length, or up to 30 ft (9144 mm) using a splice
- Operates curved tracks with 1 or 2 bends
- Available for pinch pleat and ripplefold drapery systems
D175 Drive
- Carries draperies up to 175 lbs (79.4 kg)
- Features color-matched end caps and track splicing
- Allows for tracks up to 18 ft (5486 mm) in length, or up to 30 ft (9144 mm) using a splice
- Operates curved tracks with 1 or 2 bends
- Available in pinch pleat and ripplefold pleat styles
System Capacities
Complete your project without any snags by knowing what your drive system can handle. Download the system capacities sheet (PDF) to view weight capacities as they relate to drapery type, system width, and straight or curved tracks.
An industry first, the Kirbé vertical drapery system smoothly pulls fabric up and completely out of the way - unlike traditional draperies that move from side-to-side. This unique design provides greater access to windows and views by eliminating the creation of stack back.
Awards and Recognition
In 2010, Lutron was proud to receive two awards, including Product of the Year, from the Window Covering Manufacturers Association (WCMA) in recognition of the Kirbé vertical drapery system.
Applications
The use of drapery is typically limited by stack back – the mass of fabric that gathers as traditional draperies are opened, equating to approximately one-third the total width of the drapery. The vertical uptake of the Kirbé system eliminates this issue, making it ideal for narrow windows or other areas that could not accommodate drapery in the past.
For floor-to-ceiling glass, the Kirbé can be recessed into the ceiling, leaving the top of the window unobstructed. It can provide a dramatic way to reveal the screen in a home theater and was designed to clear door hardware, allowing French and sliding doors to fully exploit their view. A decorative cornice from Lutron can also be used for a stylized finish with no need for a recessed pocket.
Style
Kirbé Pleat
The Kirbé features a distinctive pleat style, most similar to a ripplefold drapery, that is created and maintained by the system’s unique header mechanism and bottom bar.
Header Mechanism
Reliably and delicately smoothes and pleats fabric as it is taken into and let out of the mechanism.
Perma-pleat bottom bar
Weights fabric and maintains a smooth and even pleat to keep the drapery’s appearance uniform.
System Capacities
Kirbé vertical drapery system utilizes a roller 100 shade drive.
The standard Kirbé bracket includes provisions for mounting an optional Lutron roller shade, which can be integrated during installation or added at a later time. Depending on the width of the drapery, brackets can be selected that accept either a roller 64 or a roller 100 shade drive.
Tube diameter: 2.56 in.
Pocket size: 7 in. w x 12 in. h
Minimum bracket-to-bracket width: 24 in.
Maximum bracket-to-bracket width*: 144 in.
Maximum height: 120 in.
Contact customer service for more details.