Window Treatment in Bay Window
Blueostrich
5 years ago
We have a bay window that is proving tricky to cover. The window treatments will be open most the time (no need for privacy) but in
the summer, the southeast morning sun is killer.
They are very shallow windows (< 3/4”), so I have to outside mount. But you see in the pic, that there’s not a lot of room at the top or between them.
I ordered Roman shades, but returned them because they looked ridiculous. There were sooo many folds (14) it was just this big poof at the top. And it hung down more than I expected and blocked a good foot of the window at the top when open.
I’ve “mocked up” some drapes — not a lot of room for them between the windows when they are open so they block a lot of the view. I don’t like mini blinds, and I fear cellulars would get smooshed by little kids and the dog. Wood blinds are an option I guess , but they are a bit heavier in look/feel than I’d like. Any other ideas? Roller shades maybe? I’m stuck.
the summer, the southeast morning sun is killer.
They are very shallow windows (< 3/4”), so I have to outside mount. But you see in the pic, that there’s not a lot of room at the top or between them.
I ordered Roman shades, but returned them because they looked ridiculous. There were sooo many folds (14) it was just this big poof at the top. And it hung down more than I expected and blocked a good foot of the window at the top when open.
I’ve “mocked up” some drapes — not a lot of room for them between the windows when they are open so they block a lot of the view. I don’t like mini blinds, and I fear cellulars would get smooshed by little kids and the dog. Wood blinds are an option I guess , but they are a bit heavier in look/feel than I’d like. Any other ideas? Roller shades maybe? I’m stuck.
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PROPatricia Colwell Consulting
5 years agoBlueostrich
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Comments (1)Kam, go onto the second page here and look for my posting "how would you handle these windows." Down the page you see that Cella posted a link to a Cote de Texas window treatment lesson. You'll see many beautiful bay window treatments there. Good luck!...See MoreWindow treatment ideas for bay window??
Comments (3)gastroc, your window trim is very similar to ours. I love it! Though I've not used this type of rod on any of our windows yet I'm thinking about doing so in the guest bedroom just to show off the gorgeous trim. There are a few different styles but they all fit inside the trim leaving just a small little hole. The photos in the link below are not all Twist n Fit Rods, but you'll see the style in all the ones on the top row and here and there through out the rest of the page linked below... Here is a link that might be useful: Twist n Fit rods....See MoreWindow treatments for large Bay window
Comments (7)Look at Houzz photos "roman shades on bay windows" and you will see a bounty of delightful window treatments for bay windows. It is assumed the space is a main living area, so the formality or casualness of fabric for romans would depend on the planned furnishings and décor for the room. Is this helpful?...See MoreWindow treatment: Bay window
Comments (4)Post a picture but usually I find solar shades are good for daytime privacy, heat and UV control but the bonus is you get to keep your view. Then add roman shades for nightime privacy which honestly in my opinion is always overrated since I have no idea how many people actually walk by and want to see what you are doing in your house. I rarely close my drapes ever and I have lived on very busy streets and now on a hill where everyone can see into my main living space....See More
PROWindows on Washington Ltd
5 years agooaktonmom
5 years ago
Judy Mishkin
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agoyes they can be mounted to the trim.
ours works very well, our window is full west and cooking dinner had been painful. now i can work at the sink without an issue.
but if you are sitting and facing the windows while eating, you will need a denser weave than i have, we had to go with an actual blind in the dining room adjacent to the kitchen.
PROBeth H. :
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agolots of options. solar shades come in a variety of styles and colors now.
these are Pirouette easy rise
outside mount
Silhouette
roman blinds
outside mount woven wood
PROFenstermann LLC
5 years agoHey There: We love the view and would never block it with our bottom up top down pleated blinds. With the design of your windows, you will need an inside mount options - so this way you will not cover the beautiful trim not have the blinds/shades sticking out 2 or 3 inches. Our minimalistic pleated blinds are made for narrow depth installation of will give you privacy or light management at the same time. Check us out online at www.PleatedBlindsStore.com or give us a call at 619.665.9446
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