Which Curtains Are Best For Bay Windows?

Bay windows represent a really beautiful architectural feature for any home, combining three or more windows that angle out from an exterior wall in either an octagonal, hexagonal or square shape, creating additional interior space and really opening up the room, bringing in lots of lovely natural light.

These windows can be traced all the way back to the late 15th century, first seen in the luxurious mansions of the wealthy during the Renaissance period. 

The first iteration of bay windows were oriel frames, where the window extended out from the external wall but didn’t touch the ground. They became particularly popular during the Victorian era, when they were a calling card of many new-build properties at the time.

These days, they’re still incredibly popular for homeowners the length and breadth of the country and help to make living spaces really versatile, whether you want to use the extra floor room for a book nook, whether you want to install a charming window seat or whether you want to simply position a chair strategically so you can sit and watch the world go by.

However, something you will need to consider is which kind of window treatment is most appropriate for your beautiful bay fronted home. To help you make up your mind, here are a few of our expert recommendations that would work brilliantly with this kind of setting. Which of these do you think you’ll go with?

 

Full-length curtains

Curtains will always be an excellent choice for a bay window because they help to frame the bay and bring it to life, creating a real style statement and focal point that draws the eye. Full-length curtains, in particular, work really well because they help to create a sense of height in the room, as well as blocking out light as and when necessary.

 

Roman blinds

For a truly elegant touch, perhaps consider installing Roman blinds. Because you have lots of glass, privacy may be a concern with a bay window but you can get around this with these blinds, because they can easily block everything out when required. 

It’s also worth noting that you can have blinds made to measure to fit narrow window panes, as bay windows often feature several smaller panes of glass. And you can help insulate your rooms if you need to, as you can have thermal lining fitted to the blinds to help make everything warm and snug.

 

Roller blinds

Finally, another really good option for bay windows are roller blinds, although if you have very acute corner angles, you may want to consider something else because it’s possible that you’ll end up with gaps showing. 

Roller blinds are, in fact, one of the most popular options for bay window treatments because they come in a range of options, including blackout, dim out and voiles, so you’re sure to be able to find something that suits your home with ease.