Curtain poles are used to hold and hang curtains. Poles can be merely functional but they are also an opportunity to bring flair to your window dressing.

The first thing to decide is the material of the pole. The traditional pine pole made of pine is now outdated. It has been superseded by a wide selection of painted wooden poles available.

The Silent Gliss Metropole looks good in both modern and traditional settings. The use of a track is functional, smooth as sliders inside the profile carry the curtains across smoothly. A track all means you can avoid using rings or passing brackets and it be can electrically operated. This is particularly useful for bay windows. The sleek, modern look of the pole is easily offset by choosing a decorative fabric with glamorous trims. This combination of old and new works well in a period house.

A metal pole does give you a chance to use different materials such as brass, black-wrought iron or silver. These that will bring another dimension to the window. With a metal pole, there are often finials to add to the end of the pole. This stylish element can be quite quirky. Jim Lawrence, have a wide selection of metal curtain poles and interesting finials. From pineapples to flames and globes, the end of the pole can be a feature in itself.