Bay Window Treatment Ideas and Decorating Tips

Bay windows give an exotic look to the interiors of a house. People who have bay windows in their homes love them, while those who don't have them, wish that they did. Those few who are lucky enough to have them often have a tough time coming up with ideas to decorate them. It gets difficult to come up with ways to decorate them because of their unique shape - bay windows project outward from the main wall of building forming a bay in the room, that can be square or polygonal. There are usually three side-by-side windows in a semi-circular formation.

Bay Window Treatments

There are many creative ideas and styles of bay window treatment according to their shape and location. Bay window treatments should be planned in such a way that they are both functional and complement the style of the window. There are numerous accessories available in the market to decorate bay windows, like, curtain rods especially designed for bay windows, or if you wish, you can cobble three separate rods with sufficient spaces to hang them. Some of the bay window treatment ideas are:

• Bay Window Curtains: Curtains enhance the ambiance of a room. Generally, the café-style and long panels suit the best for bays. The closer you hang the panels to the ceiling, the more exotic the look it gives. Also, café curtains with only one long valence provides good privacy, if the bay overlooks a public area.
• Valances: Either you can make your own valances using your own fabric, if you are creative enough, or you can purchase it from the market. The latter choice is quite simple. Valances are a strong treatment, hiding all the mechanical headers, and yet, they provide a clean touch and finish to your blinds. They should be put so that they do not block sunshine.
• Window Shades: Window shades are highly recommended for office or media rooms because they help reduce the glare on your television or computer. They also help in controlling ultra-violet rays while allowing sunlight to enter freely. Shades that go up and down such as Roman shades are a popular choice as a bay window treatment.

Bay Window Decorating Ideas

After giving all the above-mentioned required bay window treatments, the next step is to add the finishing touches, that is to decorate the area around the bay. A close sitting arrangement gives a cozy look. See that no extra space is left in the bay area. Remember, an empty bay area is a wasted floor space. Some ideas to decorate bay areas are:

• There is plenty of light near the bay area and hence, it is a great idea to put a beautiful plant there. It will look amazing when the light falls on it.
• A small side table and a window seat that is properly cushioned will add to the ambiance of the room.
• If the space is less, decorative vases could be put or a painting could be hung on one side of the wall.

Bay window areas, if properly decorated, attract everyone's attention. They add to the beauty of the room. If you face any problem decorating them, do not hesitate to take professional help. An interior designer is a person who specializes in giving a house a lively look, and he or she may help to reduce your expenditure by protecting you from costly mistakes.