Bay Windows

Welcoming, inviting and warm, the bay window is found in many different styles of houses all across the country. Inside, the bay window provides a wealth of natural light and can help bring into your room the beauty of the world outside. Depending on your decorating style, you may choose to add to the window’s own beauty with window treatments. Do not be intimidated by the idea of finding and fitting beautiful drapes, curtains or blinds to your special window. With just a little preparation and creativity, even the most problematic window can be transformed.

Bay Window Treatments

Before choosing the type of treatment for your bay window, it is a good idea to consider the various roles a window treatment can play. Possibilities include providing privacy, limiting natural light in the room and serving as an insulating material. An easy and simple way to dress your bay window is by hanging drapes at each end of the window. Another option is to hang drapes or curtains within the bay window itself. You can also explore the use of valances to soften the angles of the bay window. Once you know what style of window treatment that you want, you can concentrate on finding the right materials, textures and colors to best match your decorating scheme.

Bay Window Curtain Rods

Finding the right curtains for your bay window is only part of the task at hand. It is very important to find and install the correct curtain rods as well. Ready-made curtain rods come in a number of standard styles and sizes. These include pole style, wall-mounted and spring-rod forms. By closely evaluating the style of drapery you’ve chosen, you can determine the right curtain rod to pair it with. For draperies hung at the outside ends of the bay window, a long pole across the top can work well. For curtains hung within the bay itself, wall-mounted or spring-rods may work best. No matter what style rod you choose, be sure to measure the space carefully before installation to avoid a poor fit.

Bay Window Blinds

Draperies and curtains are not the only option for dressing your bay window. Nothing provides privacy and versatility like window blinds. Thanks to advances in blind manufacturing, there are many varieties of blinds available – and most are at prices that will fit any budget. Wood, vinyl and fabric blinds can all complement your beautiful window. In addition to the wide variety of ready-made blinds, custom blinds can work well if your window is unusually or irregularly shaped. Make sure you measure the window carefully before ordering or purchasing blinds.