Window decoration
A bay window is the part of a building protruding from the main facade. A bay window is located in a wall of this design. Often, double-glazed windows are located on several walls at once, the overall appearance is quite elegant.
How to choose the right curtain for such a window?
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Features of bay window cornices
A bay window is a polygonal or semicircular protrusion in a wall with panoramic windows or several separate windows with narrow spaces (piers).
The bay window cornice follows the shape of the window, bending smoothly, and can consist of several separate parts.
When choosing cornices, this feature is very important. As a rule, they repeat the basic shape in order to emphasize it, and sometimes, on the contrary, they create new interesting lines.
- For example, a flexible cornice fixed to the ceiling can bend parallel to the wall. Then neither the bay window nor the curtain holder itself will draw attention to itself.
- Several straight curtains, located separately above each opening, will well emphasize the peculiarity of the shape of the room.
Ceiling mounts are held on the ceiling of the bay window.
Tip: an interior with a bay window is decorated using special cornices or the most ordinary ones.
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What are there
Let's find out in more detail what kind of cornices there are for bay windows.
The classification of such products is based on several criteria:
- place (method) of fastening;
- form;
- quality, material;
- flexibility.
At the location of attachment
There are the following types: ceiling and wall.
Ceiling-mounted ones are a good choice for small rooms where the ceiling has a standard height.
Bay window ceiling curtain rods do not hide the height, are almost invisible themselves, and allow you to choose longer curtains. An additional plus is that the curtain panels can be removed from the window opening to the desired distance.
This system visually increases the space. Suitable for small rooms.
Important! Such products are attached only to reinforced concrete or wooden ceilings. They are not provided for rooms with suspended ceiling structures. The solution may be a fixed beam, which is installed during the installation of suspended ceiling sheets.
Wall-mounted. They look great with high ceilings and a bay window with many edges. Not suitable for panoramic windows. Mounted on holders installed in the wall.
This type of fastening is suitable for rooms with a high ceiling. The structure is attached to the wall using screws and brackets.
According to plasticity
There are rigid and flexible cornices.
Rigid ones do not change shape. They usually consist of several straight parts connected by adapters (angular or linear).
The bay window cornice can support both light tulle and heavy curtains.
Flexible ceiling cornices are made of aluminum and plastic. During installation they are given the required shape. Bends can be angular or smooth.
By shape
There are the following types:
- profile;
- strings;
- tubular.
Profile ones are sometimes additionally equipped with baguettes or blends. Patterned strips cover where the curtains are attached to the supporting structure.
They come with one row, two-row and three-row, fastened with a connector. The advantage is low cost.
String cornices are discreet and emphasize the original shape of the window.
Tubular - only on this type of cornice curtains are attached to hinges or eyelets. In addition, decorative tips are usually used.
The base is a pipe. Its diameter can be any. The design is highly durable.
According to the material of manufacture
Basic materials for production:
- metal (aluminum, brass, copper, bronze);
- plastic;
- tree.
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It consists of bent aluminum or plastic. Takes any form. The cheapest ones are plastic ones, which are only suitable for weightless fabrics.
Aluminum is good for ceiling cornices, it can take different shapes.
Wood is a durable and at the same time lightweight material.
Please note: if the humidity is high, cracks may appear on the wooden cornice.
Materials
Metal
By their nature, they are steel and aluminum:
- Aluminum. The metal is lightweight and costs more than steel. What distinguishes aluminum is its neutrality to moisture. Even with constant humidity, they are not covered with oxides and plaque. As a rule, they are practically not decorated - the main emphasis is on the curtain. You can see a photo of the design of curtains in a bay window for the living room below.
- Steel. They have a high load-carrying capacity and are not prone to cracks and deformations. They can be decorated, so they are suitable for using bright curtains.
Plastic
They are cheap, easy to attach and easy to set up. Rarely used for heavy curtains, as they are not able to withstand heavy loads. Plastic is often disguised as other materials, such as wood or metal.
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Wooden
The most expensive and beautiful types of cornices. They are made from rich wood species, which promotes a natural pattern. They have high strength, so they can withstand even thick curtains.
You can see a photo of the curtains for the bay window in the living room below.
Advantages and disadvantages
Cornices for bay windows have a number of significant advantages.
- The special geometry of the room allows you to implement original design solutions. Flexible curtain rod models are especially good in this regard. They can be given different shapes.
- With a reasonable approach to business, the room seems brighter and larger.
- Decorative elements in the form of glass crystals or metal tips beautifully diffuse light and give the interior a special charm.
- With the right approach to the matter, there is no feeling of banal rectangularity of the room.
The only disadvantages of bay window design are the need for precise calculations and compliance with them during installation. This takes a lot of time and effort.
Tire
This ceiling cornice fits a bay window very well. Due to its small size, there is no need to hide it in a special niche, and connecting elements of different shapes will allow you to bend the suspension to the desired angle. Installation is very simple and you can do it yourself. The following disadvantages should be noted:
- The connecting elements have fixed bending angles and will not allow you to assemble any shape
- The line is obtained, although with rounded corners, but still broken, with straight sections
This method is only slightly more expensive than string, but has a much more impressive list of advantages. Considering the additional benefits of visually increasing the height of the walls, it can be a good choice.
How to choose a cornice for a bay window
When purchasing cornices for window openings with a bay window, you need to take into account their wear resistance and ductility. Sometimes plastic is stronger than metal. However, poor quality plastic products may lose strength in the sun, become too soft and do not hold fastenings well.
They have low cost and simple design. Suitable for rooms and ledges of any shape.
Humidity matters too. For example, wood does not like dampness and begins to dry out over time.
It is important to take into account the window parameters, design, and type of fabric in the curtains. Nowadays, companies offer ready-made kits for rod and profile cornices, which allows even a non-professional to assemble them on their own. It is important to thoroughly read the attached instructions before starting work to avoid troubles in the future.
You can hang curtains of any weight on them. The metal profile is distinguished by a variety of shapes, colors, and designs.
Please note: the assembly of heavy structures should be entrusted to a specialist.
How to hang a bay window cornice
Installation instructions.
- The type of fastening is selected. The materials of the walls and ceilings, in fact, determine the choice. Whenever possible, it is advisable to give preference to curtain rods that are attached to the ceiling.
- The surface is being prepared. Marking of the place where the structure needs to be attached is applied.
- Holes are drilled for attaching the brackets.
- If necessary, intermediate fastening systems (roundings or corner transitions) are installed.
- The brackets are mounted to the surface using dowels.
- The cornice is attached to the holding elements in accordance with the instructions.
- The window is decorated with curtains.
A bay window cornice can become an accent part of the interior of a room, or complement it.
Application in the interior of rooms
Living room
For the living room, 2-row cornices are suitable for thick curtains and translucent light curtains. The color is chosen to match the walls, furniture, and decorative items. The presence of lambrequins in the curtain will require an additional strip on the cornice.
For the living room, tulle and thick curtains with a double-row profile fastening are suitable.
The design of a bay window depends on the concept of the room and the style in which it is designed.
Kitchen or dining room
The bay window in the kitchen can be used for zoning. For example, they separate the place where food is prepared from where the dining table is. The color of the curtains depends on the decoration and furniture. When zoning, it is better to choose curtains that visually delimit the space (for example, due to an unusual shape or texture of the fabric).
For the kitchen, you can choose classic curtains with a tubular cornice or short Roman blinds that follow the curve of the ledge.
Note: a more practical option for the kitchen is short curtains up to the window sill line.
Bedroom
The bed in bedrooms with a bay window is usually placed with the head of the bed facing the window. Curtains can be quite dense in texture, the color depends on other interior details - the color of the walls, furniture, bedspreads or pillows.
For a bedroom with a bay window, you should choose light-proof curtains on a durable cornice.
Children's
For children's rooms, it is better to choose tubular curtain rods with rings. It is possible to attach the curtains to hinges, then nothing will happen if a child pulls the curtain fabric. Clips or hooks may become bent.
Preference should be given to wooden or metal cornices, as they are environmentally friendly.
They must be combined with the overall interior.
Additional darkening can be achieved by using roller blinds or blinds.
Flexible plastic
The design of plastic curtain rods for bay windows is similar to aluminum ones, but due to their significant flexibility they are more practical.
Advantages of plastic over aluminum
- High degree of flexibility: takes almost any shape and bends at an angle of 95 degrees. With its help, it is easy to bypass pipes and go around sharp protrusions of the wall.
- Easy to transport and store; when folded, it takes up little space.
Plastic structures are lighter, but are inferior in load-bearing capacity to aluminum profiles.
For curtains that go up, flexible curtain rods with a lifting mechanism are produced. This type of curtain includes Austrian, Roman, English, and French curtains. The curtain fabric is hung with adhesive tape. Lifting and adjusting the height of the curtain is carried out using hooks at the bottom of the curtain and a cord connected to a rotor mechanism. If you pull the chain, such a canvas can easily be raised up to the desired width. The lifting mechanism can be manual or electric.
Operating rules
The operating rules for bay window cornices do not differ significantly from those that apply to cornices for ordinary windows.
- The correct distribution of brackets is every meter or one and a half. This will ensure the reliability of the design. They are fastened outside the window opening so that the curtains, when opened, provide full access to light.
- There should be at least 2 cm from the tip of the cornice to the wall - this way the room will not appear smaller than its actual size.
- The size of the curly tips is taken into account when selecting the size of the structure.
- For high windows (10-20 cm to the ceiling), it is better to choose ceiling retaining structures.
- Regular care of your curtain rods will help maintain their appearance for a long time. A vacuum cleaner and a wet rag will help!
Today you can choose cornices for a bay window that will ideally fit into any interior niche of any shape and size.
Bay windows are the highlight of the interior. With a competent approach to design, they will delight you with their beauty and originality.
String
This method of fastening curtains will allow you to keep it within a small amount, which gives it certain advantages, however, it is not without some disadvantages. A metal string is attached to the brackets, which will be the supporting part on which the curtains are hung. They can only be moved within straight sections, up to the point of bending. In addition, there are other disadvantages:
- The string will not withstand materials that are too heavy and will sag.
- Over time, sagging still appears and adjustments become necessary.
- Curtains do not move freely along the entire length of the structure
- The string will not fit into classic interiors
There will be more disadvantages here than positive qualities, which practically excludes string mounts from being suitable. However, to save money or as a temporary option, they can be used.
