6 Ways to Dress a Bay Window

Whether you live in a country cottage or a Victorian terrace, bay windows offer a fantastic interior design opportunity. Bay window dressing can be a bit of a puzzle as there are practical issues to address with curves and corners, but here we’ll show you how to make your bay window the envy of your friends and neighbours, with the help of the right accessories.

1.    Create a window seat

A bay window can be the perfect place to snuggle with a book, or simply sit and watch the world go by. It’s relatively easy to create a cosy window seat yourself by installing some custom-cut MDF – or call in a carpenter or handyman to do the job for you. Equip your seating area with some comfortable cushions, cosy blankets and matching floor-length curtains to help you hide away.

You could also take the opportunity to create a storage area underneath the seat, to help keep your room clutter-free.

2.    Install wooden shutters

Wooden shutters add a neat and sophisticated look to your home, and they have the practical advantages of being extra secure, durable and private, while also shutting out light very efficiently. Due to the dimensions involved, fitting indoor shutters to bay windows won’t be as straightforward as it is with a single, flat window panel, but it’s certainly a possibility to consider.

3.    Go half and half

Bay windows let in a lot of natural light, so they can lift the feel of a whole room – but they can also leave you feeling a little exposed. If this leaves you unsure of how to dress a bay window in your home, get the best of both worlds by fitting shutters on the bottom half only. That way you’ll benefit from the privacy they afford, while getting the maximum amount of sunshine!

4.    Opt for Roman blinds

For a neat and clutter-free look, Roman blinds can be a contemporary and stylish choice for your bay windows. If you have three separate window panels, made-to-measure roller blinds can be fitted to each one. You’ll achieve a tailored feel that’s perfect for modern interiors.

5.    Separate your space

If the shape of your bay window is large enough, it could provide space for a separate area within the room, with a chair or two in front of the view. You might choose to draw your curtains straight along the shape of the wall, rather than curving round to fit the windows. This certainly has practical advantages, as you’ll be able to fit a straight curtain pole rather than dealing with corners.

6.    Follow the curve

Many people have problems getting curtains to fit around the irregular shape of their bay windows. If you’re wondering how to dress bay windows with properly fitted curtains, the answer lies in the way they are hung. There’s no need to fit separate, straight curtain rods; instead we can supply you with bespoke curtain poles and tracks that can be shaped to fit the exact line of the window – whether there are 1, 2, 3 or more bends.

It’s important to make sure you measure your bay window accurately for a seamless fit. Contact us on 01494 535699 if you have any questions about taking measurements.