Bay Window Treatments

A bay window is basically designed as one large window with two smaller windows angled on each side. With their three-dimension form and configuration, bay windows can sometimes be a challenge to design but do add a certain charm to a home.

Finding the best window bay window treatments is much easier than one may think and a lot of money does not have to be spent. There are many colors, prints and materials available today. Because of a bay windows’ layout, it can be hard to find curtain rods as well as headings for treatments; you may need to purchase three separate sets of rods and poles for all of the windows.

If you cannot afford to put drapes on the windows, blinds or sheer curtains can be used as cheap window coverings. Each type bay window is different and requires different types of curtains or treatments. Many times, treatments that work on a regular sized window can be adjusted to fit a bay window.

Today there is an unlimited amount of bay window treatment ideas to choose from. A popular choice among bay window treatments is a valance. This treatment consists of fabric hung over the top portion of the window frame, it can be a thick or sheer fabric. When deciding a bay window you, can you can find valances for the average cost of $20 per window. Another choice for many bay windows is lace curtains or drapes. With lace, it provides some privacy but also allows sunlight to come through. Lace curtains can be found for around $25 per window. Café curtains are great bay windows in creating a cozy but casual look. The average cost of a café curtain is $25 for each window.

Benefits of having bay windows:
1. Let in more light
2. Add charm to a home
3. Provide a good view
4. Increase value of the home
5. Increases the asking price of the home
6. Adds space to a room
7. Increases ventilation
8. Price a niche for sitting

Disadvantages of having bay windows:
1. Angles of the windows make installation harder
2. Finding the right hardware can be difficult
3. Larger window to keep clean
4. Not as energy efficient

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| September 14th, 2009 | Posted in Window Treatments |

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