Arch Window Curtains and other Window Treatment
IdeasArched windows present special
challenges for window treatments. Arched windows have the
rounded top that most curtains will not be able cover yet
still expose the arch without special alterations. |
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One idea is to leave the arched portion exposed and install
a sash curtain for the rectangular portion of the arch window. A
sash curtain has the curtain rod in the window sill and is aligned
with the top of the lower portion of the window. It is important
that you line the sash curtain proportionally according to the
architecture of the arched window. Typically, the sash is of a sheer
or translucent material so that light can shine through and you can
still see the borders of the arch window. By aligning the curtain
rod with the top portion of the rectangular window, you will
minimize the curtain rod obscuring the view should you open the
curtains.
In addition to the sash curtain, you can also
install a fabric fan curtain to cover the rounded portion of the
arch window. This will take custom work and you will either need to
hire someone or spend some time to make the curtain fit with the
arch window. One method is to first stretch the fabric fans on a
custom bent rod that fits the arch of your window. Then tie the
fabric at the center, similar to a chignon. There great thing is
that you can buy arched window kits especially designed for this
purpose. The kits come with a curtain rod that is typically clear
and can be easily bent. You also get clear clips that for will
easily snap on the frame to hold the rod.
There are other
arch window treatments other than curtains. Shades and blinds are
also good window coverings to use. For the rectangular portion of
the arched window, you can use either blinds or shades. However for
the arched portion, you will probably use shades made of fabric. You
can hang the window shade, such as a roman or balloon shade, on a
curved rod. Because the rod is curved, you may have to have a custom
designed shade to be able to drop or retract the shade. In some
cases, you may not want to cover your arched window completely. You
can use a swag or valance around the curved window rod to embellish
the arched window but not cover it.
As you can see there are
several window treatments solutions for you arched windows. Before
you decide to cover the arched portion of your window, ask yourself
if you will need to expose this portion in the figure. The reason is
that most window treatments for the arched section usually do not
allow you to open or close them on a regular basis. Therefore, if
you want to have the arched section for open view, it is better to
leave that open and just cover the rectangular portion.
Before you purchase window treatments for your arched
window, make sure you do your research and understand how you will
use the windows first. Then decide which sections you need to cover,
if you need to cover it at all. With the beauty of arched windows,
it is best to have the least amount of window covering as possible
so that you can enjoy the windows for what they are.
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