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Kirsch 9600 Hand Draw Ceiling Track vs Forest CS Hand Draw Track Set

Buy the CS set for most rooms. It holds more weight per foot, mounts on wall or ceiling, bends around corners and offers wavefold and ball bearing carriers. The Kirsch 9600 is a solid ceiling-only track with a slimmer profile and a long record, but it is limited to ceiling mounting and straight runs. Owners of both rate them highly; the CS edges ahead on flexibility and capacity.

  • Choose the Kirsch 9600 if you need a low-profile ceiling track for straight runs and want a proven, widely installed design.
  • Choose the CS set if you want wall or ceiling mounting, higher weight capacity, corner bends or wavefold carriers.

Prices

  • Kirsch 9600 Hand Draw Ceiling Track: $217.83 at Curtain Rod Connection (last seen Nov 10)
  • Forest CS Hand Draw Track Set: $90.35 at Curtain Rod Connection (checked today)
  • Difference: the Forest CS Hand Draw Track Set is $127.48 cheaper than the Kirsch 9600 Hand Draw Ceiling Track at the latest prices (Nov 10 and Nov 11)
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9600 Hand Draw Ceiling

Kirsch 9600 Hand Draw Ceiling Track

9600 Hand Draw Ceiling

4.7(42 ratings)
$217.83at Curtain Rod ConnectionChecked 20 h ago
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Pros
  • Slim profile sits close to the ceiling
  • Four finishes including bronze and anodized aluminum
  • Carriers spaced 3 per foot for full pleat support
  • Simple hacksaw trimming or cut to your dimension
Cons
  • Ceiling mount only
  • Lower weight rating of 4 lbs per foot
  • No bends, so corners need separate runs
  • No baton draw or wavefold option
CS
CS Hand Draw Wall or Ceiling Mount Set

Forest CS Hand Draw Track Set

CS Hand Draw Wall or Ceiling Mount Set

4.9(35 ratings)
$90.35at Curtain Rod ConnectionChecked 4 h ago
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Pros
  • Higher 6 lbs per foot rating
  • Wall or ceiling mounting with included brackets or clips
  • 45 and 90 degree bends for corner windows
  • Wavefold and ball bearing carrier choices
  • Patented lubrication for quiet operation
Cons
  • Bends and splices add parts to order
  • Square profile is chunkier than the Kirsch
  • Fewer metallic finish choices

What separates them

Kirsch 9600 Hand Draw Ceiling TrackForest CS Hand Draw Track Set
MountingCeiling mount onlyWall or ceiling mount
Weight rating4 lbs per foot6 lbs per foot
Track profile11/16 in high, 15/16 in deep3/4 in square, reversible
BendsStraight runs only45 and 90 degree bends available
Carrier optionsWheeled carriers, or wheeled carriers with hookSwivel slides, ball bearing carriers, large eyelet, wavefold
OperationHand drawHand or baton draw
ColorsWhite, black, bronze, anodized aluminumWhite, black, brown, grey
Max lengthCut to order, no stated limitUp to 20 ft in sections

Price history

$217.83$90.35
Nov 9Nov 11
  • Kirsch 9600 Hand Draw Ceiling Track: lowest $110.29 on Nov 9 at Curtain Rod Connection; $217.83 on Nov 10.
  • Forest CS Hand Draw Track Set: lowest $90.35 on Nov 10 at Curtain Rod Connection; $90.35 on Nov 11.

Prices at every store

Kirsch 9600 Hand Draw Ceiling Track

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    $217.83+ $6.50 shippingChecked 20 h ago
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Forest CS Hand Draw Track Set

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    $90.35Checked 4 h ago
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    $230.22+ $6.50 shippingChecked 8 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecKirsch 9600 Hand Draw Ceiling TrackForest CS Hand Draw Track Set
Max weight—6 lb/ft
Max length—sticks to 20 ft
Mounting—Wall or ceiling
Operation—Hand or baton draw
Track profile—3/4 inch square
Bend angles—45 or 90 degrees
Colours—white, black, brown and grey
Size—204" in 3 sections

What reviewers say

Kirsch 9600 Hand Draw Ceiling Track

  • 4.7 / 542 ratings

Owners rate it highly and mostly praise the smooth carrier glide and the solid aluminum build. Complaints center on the extra hardware needed to mount it and on the effort of cutting and fitting it yourself.

What people mention
  • GlidePraisedOwners say the wheeled carriers roll smoothly and the drapes pull easily by hand.
  • BuildPraisedReviewers describe the aluminum track as sturdy and heavy-duty.
  • SetupMixedThe track comes assembled, but buyers say mounting it and cutting it to length still takes work.
  • HardwareCriticisedBrackets and mounting hardware are not in the box, which buyers found frustrating.

Forest CS Hand Draw Track Set

  • 4.9 / 535 ratings

Buyers rate it highly, praising smooth, quiet operation and the solid feel of the aluminum track. Complaints center on installation and the extra parts needed for bends.

What people mention
  • GlidePraisedOwners say curtains draw smoothly and quietly along the track.
  • BuildPraisedBuyers describe the aluminum track as sturdy and well made.
  • InstallationMixedSetup works well when brackets are anchored into solid material, but mounting is demanding.
  • BendsCriticisedBends need separate splices, which buyers find an extra step and cost.

Questions and answers

Which handles heavy drapes better?
The CS set. It is rated at 6 lbs per foot against 4 lbs per foot for the Kirsch 9600, so a 10 ft run holds 60 lbs versus 40 lbs.
Can I use either on a wall?
Only the CS set. The Kirsch 9600 is ceiling mount only. The CS ships with wall brackets or ceiling clips.
Which is better for a corner window?
The CS set. It offers 45 and 90 degree bends, joined with splices. The Kirsch 9600 is for straight runs.
Do both work with grommet curtains?
Yes. Both offer a carrier with an attached hook for grommets. The CS also has swivel slides and wavefold carriers.
Is the CS worth stepping up to?
Yes for most rooms. You get more capacity, wall mounting, bends and more carrier styles. Pick the Kirsch if you want the slimmer ceiling-only profile.
Which lasts longer?
Both are heavy duty aluminum and owners report years of use. The CS adds ball bearing carriers and lubrication, which help smooth, quiet drawing over time.

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