A Guide To Bay Window Treatments
Bay windows are three or more windows that project outward from a room. Bay windows alter a house’s basic structural layout, thus adding uniqueness and style. Bay windows help to maximize a space and allows for multiple views. Bay windows can make a room look bigger and increase the amount of light that comes in and can also add more counter area to a room. Bay windows are popular in kitchens, dining rooms, living rooms and bedrooms.
When shopping for bay window treatments, you’ll want to consider the different bay window treatment options, your particular decorating style and goals, your personal budget, as well as how to measure and install your bay window treatments.
Curtains, blinds, and shades all make wonderful window treatments for large windows, such as bay windows.
Curtains are available in a wide variety of colors and fabrics and are a popular choice for any room. They can easily add a touch of elegance and beauty to bay windows. Valances window treatments are a great option for bay windows, too because they allow in maximum light while adding style, at the same time. Curtains and valances can be hung by wood or metal curtain rods or hooks.
Blinds, whether they are made out of wood, faux, vinyl or aluminum are terrific window treatment ideas for bay windows because of their versatility and durability. Blinds can be vertical or horizontal and come in variety of options.
Shades are typically seen through and offer very good light and privacy controls and provide energy efficiency. With shades, you can easily control how much light comes in or stays out. Shades have a very neat and sleek look and won’t seem overbearing for larger bay windows.
As you ponder window treatment ideas for your bay windows, you’ll need to consider where your bay windows are located in relation to other rooms, such as the kitchen, dining room or living room, and decide whether you plan to match the décor in nearby or adjacent rooms, or go with a completely new and creative style for your bay windows. Whatever you’re particular style or decorating goals, there are an enormous amount of decorative possibilities. Whether you’re searching for modern or contemporary window treatments, the creative possibilities are endless.
The cost of bay window treatments can vary drastically depending on the size, style and type of fabric or material chosen. It is important to consider your budget before shopping for your window treatments to avoid spending too much. Obviously, everyone has their own personal budget.
Decide whether you will be installing your window treatments yourself or hiring a professional or handyman. Buying your bay window treatments online can help save you money. Many online companies offer lower prices and discounts because they are competing with major department stores and home-improvement warehouses.
If you plan to do-it-yourself, be patient when measuring and installing your bay window treatments. Have your spouse, friend or relative help you by holding the tape measure, writing down and labeling measurements and re-checking your measurements. Have a heavy duty tape measure, pencil and paper, and perhaps a step stool or small ladder handy. Is it really important to measure each and every bay window separately. Do not assume that all the windows are the same size.
Some things to consider when measuring your bay windows is whether your bay window treatments will be mounted on the inside or outside of the window frame and how far you want your curtains to hang, to the ground or at the bottom of the window frame.