Bay Window Seat Design

Bay windows are eye-catching amenities you'll often see on classic houses and older Victorian homes. They can look very elegant and enhance the look of your house. There are, however, specific needs which must be met in order to design beautiful window treatments that will do your bay windows justice.

There are a number of questions you need to ask yourself before starting to think about the window treatments themselves. Why was a bay window installed in this particular location? Is there a window seat, and what kind of cushions do I need for it? What will its main use be? Is it located in a child's bedroom? Is the window mainly ornamental? By answering questions such as these, you'll have a much better idea of the type of window treatments you're going to want on your window.

If you have an old Victorian bay window, it may well be that it has always been dressed using the heavy drapery materials favored during that era. You might want to consider exchanging those heavy fabrics for newer, lighter ones that will provide an airier effect. These light fabrics will also soften the angles of the window. Whatever you decide, you'll want to find fabric that matches the décor of the room. In order to create a more dramatic look, you can add faux jewels to your draperies in order to make them more noticeable.

Your bay window provides an excellent spot for people who are trapped inside due to inclement weather to sit and watch the rain or snow while sipping a cup of tea. Your children might enjoy using the bay window seat as a retreat in which to do their homework or read a book. Be sure to keep a comfortable cushion on the window seat which will make the space homey and appealing for all of the people in your home.

Having the right window treatment on your bay window will add a touch of charm and friendliness to your room. You'll find that the entire mood of the room has changed. If you'd prefer a more modern treatment, however, you can always use bamboo.

Topped with a lovely window treatment, your bay window won't be allowed to fade into obscurity any longer. Instead, this warm, cozy spot will become a favorite with your guests. So isn't it about time you got started on a new window treatment for your bay window? Your house will thank you.

Bay window treatments requires special attention amongst all the windows in a home. These windows have sections or partitions in such a way that they look like three windows placed together with their vertical corners at an acute angle. They are very picturesque both from the outside as well as inside the house.

Different treatments includes decorating the bay windows with suitable window coverings and sometimes, modifying the window structure, if required.

For bay window treatment using draperies or curtains you can also make use of sheers. This way when you have the drapery or curtain open the sheers will still maintain your privacy while still allowing the light to flood in. The double curtain rods enable the sheers and the curtains to be hung together. The sheers are placed on the outer rod, that is closer to the window and the curtains are installed on the inner rod, that is closer to the room and away from the window. The double layer of the sheers and curtains allows you to manage the light and privacy as required during the day and night, respectively. The can also incorporate the use of swags and cornices on the top. The look of a bay style window treatment can be experimented with by covering and uncovering the middle and side sections, respectively and vice versa.

Another Bay window treatment is to make use of classy stained glass paintings on all or selected sections of the window glass. This can create a magical effect in the room. When light passes through of the colorful stained glass the effect would cause light to dance in magnificent colors along the wall of the room eliminating the need to hang additional artwork on the walls.