There are a couple of ways to add curtains for bay windows.  The one you choose depends on the type of window you have.  The two types of bay window curtains are the Two Panel Curtain or the Four Panel Curtain.

Four Panel Curtains for Bay Windows

This is our favorite and if you have the space, it is our recommendation.  In a bay window there are three windows.  The larger center window and the twin side windows.  If you have the space above the window molding, then use a decorative wood or metal curtain rod and brackets.  In the angle corners where the windows meet, there are special curtain rod swivel sockets that allow you to connect the rods at any angle.

You would then you attach two curtain panels to the rod on the two ends.  The other two panels would attach to the rod at the angled corners.  If you are concerned about blocking the view, then rod pocket curtains are recommended for your bay window.  They can be “scrunched” very tightly to minimize window block.  Using this configuration, you can get complete privacy and light control.

Two Panel Curtains for Bay Windows

Not every bay window has space at the two angled windows.  If this is your window, then you should consider using just two curtain panels on the outside edges.  This is a decorative solution only.  You won’t be able to use your curtains for privacy and light control.

If you have a group of two or three windows together, we recommend you opt for the Multiple Blinds on One Headrail. Extra wide and long single blinds can be difficult to raise and lower. Splitting the binds will distribute the weight better and make daily operation much easier. Between multiple windows there is typically a molding dividing the individual windows. The split should be centered on the dividing molding. Since the blinds all remain on the same headrail the finished product preserves a single blind look.

• A Double Curtain Rod is an adjustable rod used for overlapping window treatments or drapery with sheers.
• The rods come in a variety of adjustable widths.

On a double curtain rod, overlapping window treatments  alternate between the front and back rods to create the desired overlap for beautiful fullness.
DOUBLE CURTAIN RODS WORK BEST WHEN THERE IS AN ODD NUMBER OF CENTER PIECES OR SWAGS.

Our site is all about customization.  The final price of your product is based on the type of blind or shade you choose combined with the sizes and options you select.

Below we have all the options and measuring guides to help you easily design your custom blind or shade.  If you have any additional questions, please call us at 800.377.9182

You can conveniently order 10 FREE samples to help you coordinate your product with your room design.

Some products come standard with two side pieces and one center piece.  You can add additional center pieces to cover very large windows or patio doors.  After you select a fabric, you will be able to select additional center pieces. Some of the products that utilize additional center pieces are:

Pole Swag & Jabot Combination 29″ Swag, Pole Swag & Jabot Combination 38″ Swag, Swag & Jabot Combination 29″ Swag, Swag & Jabot Combination 38″ Swag, Trudy Valance, Thornwood Valance & Jabots, Royal Valance, Meridian Valance & Jabots, Flintlock Valance, Laney Valance

As beautiful as Arched Windows are, sometime they can be a challenge if you want to add a window treatment.  Whether you need a treatment for color or privacy, many people are stuck when it comes to ideas.  Custom window treatments are a perfect solution for this kind of situation.  In the first picture, we show how drapes or panels can be used.  You can either mount the rod over the arch as shown or you can mount the rod under the arch.  Mounting the rod under the arch is only good when the arch is a separate piece of the window separated by a molding of some sort.  If you window is one continuous arch, it always looks nicer to mount your rod over the arch.  You can have custom panels that open and close for privacy or you can use side panels only.

In the 2^nd picture, we are showing you how you can use a privacy shade or roman shade in your arched window.  In this case, we have used a waterfall roman shade that covers most of the window for privacy but still allows the arch to be uncovered for light to come in.

Arch Window Drape Window Treatment

Roman Shade Arch Window

These are the most popular ways to treat your window with custom window treatments for a beautiful look. It is so nice to have the option to decorate with fabrics so don’t let your difficult size or odd shaped windows hold you back!  Please email us with your questions or feel free to send us a picture for window covering advice.

Stumped on how to handle large windows or as some people call them a wall of windows?  There is no doubt that multiple windows on a wall or multiple sliding glass doors or multiple French doors can be a challenge.  However, we have many ways to tackle big windows using decorative window treatments or privacy and light control window treatments.  To help with heating costs, we can add insulated window treatments to reduce drafts caused by large windows.

To get started, ask yourself, what exactly do I need to accomplish?  Whether you need full black out drapes for sleeping and privacy or just decorative panels, both can look stunning.  Generally speaking, decorative panels use less fabric and will cost less money. In this picture, we show one width decorative panels in a grommet drape style.  This is simple and elegant with a bit more contemporary look.  We love the sleek lines of the panels which give the room dimension and subtle accent color.  Drapes don’t always have to scream “look at me”.  The color block drape seen here can be found in our custom drape department.  Using two coordinating solid fabrics can really make your drapes go from ordinary to spectacular by simply adding another color.

This room scene shows 4 panels on 2 rods.  As an alternative, this window treatment project could have been done with one continuous rod and 3 panels.  In that case, we would have recommended the 3 panels be 1.5 widths of fabric to give the center panel a bit more fullness.

If you love the “light” decorative panel look but need some privacy, you can add a sheer window treatment or sheer curtain and maintain the sleek contemporary look of this room.