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Bay window curtains offer a unique opportunity to have an unusual decor in your room. A bay window is an architectural style that is more popular in some eras. Victorian homes might have bay windows. Today’s builders might use a bay window to add accent or architectural style to a home. Often the bay offers views to the outdoors to take advantage of a special landscaping or scenic feature.

What is seen from the bay window can make a difference in the type of window covering that you choose. If you want to frame a view so that the curtains are less obvious, you would choose one type of curtains. If you want to call attention to your windows rather than the view, you might select another type of curtain.

Another factor that you will want to consider is whether or not you will need privacy at night with outside natural light during the day. A decision must be made about whether the curtains will be open during the day or the night or both. Occasionally, there is a room where there will be no need to open the curtains at all, although this would be rare.

Some bay windows are more like alcoves than windows. Curtains that form a wall of draperies at night when the curtains are closed are very elegant. Shorter curtains might fit inside the window frames. These are a more casual look, but they can allow more light into the rooms during the daytime. The scenery is also visible from indoors.

Because curtains for bay windows tend to be large and heavy, your curtain rods will need to be more substantial in order to hold the weight. If you choose sheers and drapes to cover the space, the hardware is even more critical. Curtain rods may need to be specially selected to form the correct angle of the windows. You may choose to use a valance to cover the mechanics of the drapery and curtain.

You may want to simply use a frame of draped fabric above and on both sides of the window frame or the bay opening. This allows you to provide a spectacular surround to enhance the window and direct attention to the view outside. Even with sheer curtains, this makes the room look larger and lighter. You might also consider using multiple sets of drapes to separate the windows.

If your bay window has incorporated seating such as a window seat the window treatment will need to be different. You will want to keep any curtains free of the seating to avoid pulling or excess wear. The colors and styles of the curtains should still blend with the balance of the room.

When you need bay window curtains, start with accurate measurements and decide on the preferred colors and styles. Don’t be afraid of dramatic styles, so long as the curtains fit the rest of the room decor. You may want to have the curtains installed by a professional to make certain that they are correctly placed.

Learn more about bay window curtains. Stop by Mike James’s site where you can find out all about a bay window curtain and what it can do for you.