The Triangle neighbourhood sits between Côte-des-Neiges, Snowdon, and Hampstead — a quiet pocket where clients want expert service without the downtown commute. At Salon Deauville, we’ve installed extensions for Triangle residents for seventeen years, and the questions are always the same: which method works for fine hair, how long will they last, and can you match my natural curl pattern?
We answer those questions in person, with swatches, tension tests, and a colour match under natural light. This guide walks you through our process, what to expect on your first visit, and the real costs for quality hair extensions in Montreal.
Why The Triangle clients choose Salon Deauville for hair extensions
We’re seventeen minutes from The Triangle via Jean-Talon Ouest — close enough that parking is easy, far enough that you’re not paying Westmount salon premiums. Our stylists have worked with every hair type common to Montreal’s demographics: fine European hair that needs micro-beads, coarse Middle Eastern hair that holds tape-in beautifully, and 3B–4C curl patterns that require hand-tied wefts, not generic clip-ins.
Three reasons Triangle clients return every eight weeks:
- We stock virgin Remy hair in twenty-two shades, including level-6 ash brown (the most requested match for natural Montreal brunettes) and pre-lightened platinum that we tone to order.
- Our installation time is honest. A full tape-in head takes ninety minutes, not the forty-five minutes advertised by express salons that rush the sectioning.
- We don’t upsell methods you don’t need. If your hair is too fine for keratin bonds, we say so in the consultation and show you the micro-bead alternative.
Most of our Triangle clients are between thirty and fifty, adding volume after postpartum thinning or covering a widening part. We also see younger clients prepping for weddings or wanting length for special events. The common thread: they’ve tried drugstore clip-ins, been disappointed, and want a solution that lasts longer than six weeks.
Our hair extensions approach, step by step
Every installation starts with a consultation, even if you’ve had extensions elsewhere. We examine your natural hair under our colour-corrected lighting, check for scalp sensitivity, and measure density at the crown, temples, and nape. That fifteen-minute assessment determines which method we recommend.
Tape-in extensions: Best for clients with medium to thick hair who want a semi-permanent solution. We apply medical-grade adhesive tape in horizontal rows, staggering the placement so the bonds don’t stack. Each tape sandwich holds twenty to thirty grams of hair. The wefts sit flat against your scalp — no bumps under a ponytail. Lifespan: six to eight weeks before the tape loosens and needs repositioning. We reuse the same wefts two to three times if you follow the aftercare protocol.
Keratin bond (fusion): Individual strands tipped with Italian keratin, heat-sealed to small sections of your natural hair. This method works for fine hair because the bonds are tiny — three millimetres wide. The downside: removal takes longer (we use a keratin solvent and a bond-crushing tool), and the cost per strand is higher. Lifespan: three to four months. We see this method requested by clients who swim frequently, because the bonds hold better in chlorinated water than tape.
Hand-tied wefts: For curly and textured hair, we use wefts sewn onto a cornrow base. No glue, no heat, no tension on fragile curl patterns. The wefts are tied with nylon thread in a beaded row. This is the method we recommend for clients with 3B curls or tighter, because it preserves the natural curl clumping and doesn’t create a visible line of demarcation. Lifespan: eight to ten weeks, then we re-braid the base and move the wefts up.
After installation, we cut and blend the extensions into your natural hair. That step is not optional. Unblended extensions look like a wig, no matter how expensive the hair. We use a razor for soft, feathered ends and check the blend from three angles before you leave the chair.
What hair extensions cost in The Triangle
Pricing depends on method, hair length, and how many wefts you need. These are our 2025 rates for virgin Remy hair, including installation labour:
- Tape-in, partial volume (crown only): $650–$850. Covers thinning at the part or adds lift for fine hair. Uses eight to twelve wefts.
- Tape-in, full head: $1,200–$1,600. Twenty to thirty wefts, depending on your natural density. Includes cut and blend.
- Keratin bond, fifty strands: $800–$1,000. Adds targeted length or fills in temples. Each strand is 0.8 grams.
- Keratin bond, 150+ strands: $2,200–$2,800. Full transformation, shoulder to mid-back length.
- Hand-tied wefts, curly texture: $1,400–$1,900. Includes cornrow base, weft application, and curl-pattern matching.
Maintenance appointments (tape repositioning, bond removal, weft move-up) cost $200–$400 every six to ten weeks, depending on method. We also sell the sulfate-free shampoo and argan serum you’ll need — budget an extra $60 for homecare products on your first visit.
Triangle clients often ask if we offer payment plans. We don’t, but we do offer package pricing if you book your next three maintenance appointments at installation. That saves you 10% on labour.
What to expect on your first visit
Book a consultation before you commit to installation. The consultation is free and takes thirty minutes. We’ll ask about your hair history (previous colour, chemical treatments, heat styling frequency), your lifestyle (how often you wash, whether you swim or use hot yoga studios), and what result you want. Bring a photo if you have a specific length or volume in mind, but know that we’ll tell you if it’s achievable with your natural hair density.
If you decide to proceed, we’ll book your installation for a separate appointment. Tape-in and hand-tied weft installations take ninety minutes to two hours. Keratin bond installations take three to four hours for a full head. We don’t double-book, so you’ll have one stylist’s full attention.
Aftercare instructions are non-negotiable. You’ll leave with a printed care sheet, but here are the rules we enforce: no sulfate shampoo (it dissolves tape adhesive), no oil-based conditioner on the bonds, no sleeping with wet hair (it tangles the wefts), and no high ponytails for the first forty-eight hours (the tension can loosen fresh tape). Clients who ignore these rules come back at week three with matted wefts and loose bonds, and we charge full price to fix it.
If you’re coming from The Triangle, parking is free on Jean-Talon or in the side streets north of the salon. We’re a ten-minute walk from Namur metro if you’re taking public transit.
Ready to book?
We’ve been installing extensions in Montreal since 2008, and our Triangle clients stay with us because we don’t oversell, we don’t rush, and we match your hair texture honestly. If you’re tired of clip-ins that slip or curious whether your fine hair can hold extensions, book a consultation and we’ll walk you through your options with swatches in hand.
FAQ
Can I get hair extensions if I have curly hair?
Yes. We use hand-tied wefts sewn onto a cornrow base for curly and textured hair (3B curls and tighter). This method doesn’t use glue or heat, so it won’t disrupt your natural curl pattern. We also stock curly-texture virgin hair that matches 3A–4C patterns.
How long do hair extensions last?
Tape-in extensions last six to eight weeks before they need repositioning. Keratin bonds last three to four months. Hand-tied wefts last eight to ten weeks before the cornrow base needs re-braiding. The hair itself can be reused two to three times if you follow aftercare instructions.
Can I get extensions if my hair is short?
It depends on how short. We need at least four inches of natural hair to anchor tape-in or keratin bonds securely. If your hair is shorter than that, we recommend waiting until it grows or considering a different method like halo extensions for temporary volume.
