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Planning For Your Bay Windows

Home is sometimes a really abstract idea. But to some people, ‘home’ is that specific area in the house where they spend most of their time at. This is where they feel most comfortable and they always feel at their best here. This is of course of no connection to what you are doing. Might it be sitting all alone, reading a book or just looking at a certain view on the outside. This area may include a simple staircase, a memorable doorway or even just a small portion wherein there can be a soothing and beautiful view of the garden.  It can be a simple corridor wherein a little sunlight is allowed or a window area wherein a person can see the beautifully growing flowers in the backyard. Windows can be customized to allow some natural light from the sun in and this might prove to be a very wise decision since it can create a place wherein someone would like to spend a little bit of ‘me’ time.

One can see lots of panoramic views outside that may include tall green trees and flowers that may be in full bloom. You can seemingly just waste away your minutes while being lost in lots of thoughts and just listening to the different sounds of Mother Nature. Bay windows can prove to be a very welcome addition to a house that will efficiently enhance its aesthetic features. It can be used to regulate or in some cases maximize the amount of light that is being allowed to enter the house. Lots of factors are being considered when installing and choosing bay windows and some of them are as follows:

1.)    The most elementary factor is that a bay window must be installed at a height that is slightly lower than the head part.

2.)    There should be an exact measurement of windows as to now waste any materials.

3.)    You can go for many diverse and exquisite shapes.

4.)    In areas of strong winds, reinforced type of bay window is advised and recommended.

5.)    Materials should be made of aluminum, PVC and even fiberglass for strength and durability.

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Posted by Sarah Moore - October 14, 2014 at 8:06 am

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Vinyl Windows For Better Looking Rooms

Vinyl windows can make a home look more promising and you can save cash while at it. They accent windows and add flair and style. Radiant heat from the sun is less when high performance glass is being utilized, so protecting the room from the scorching heat with the use of heavy or lined window treatments is so yesterday.

Use window treatments in the bathroom for privacy and so it can provide with a less stark appearance. Most significantly, opt for materials that could endure high humidity from bath and shower use. Try going for water-resistant curtains, shades or shutters that you can put in the laundry or cleaned with minimal effort to keep build-up of dust or mildew at bay. Use interior light sources for brightening the room, instead of relying on the covered windows for sunlight.

Create an outstanding view and make the landscape or ocean as the focal point of the living room using vinyl windows. Window treatments must not block the view, but improve it. Sheer curtains under draperies with tieback curtains will blend with the overall décor of the room. To create a more open look, hang swags overtop the windows and allow them to drape down the sides. This is particularly ideal for bay windows and large open windows areas. A double jabot will help you achieve a similar look for a small or narrow window.

When it comes to bedroom windows, privacy and décor are the two main focal points. Opt for short curtains, long draperies, vertical blinds or any type of shades to decorate the window. Any of the ones mentioned can be opened or closed easily from day to night to provide privacy and regulation of light. A layered look of shades or blinds under the curtains or drapes with a tieback will cover all purposes. A basic tapestry or eclectic set-up of beads or wood is ideal for teenagers or children looking for some pizzazz.

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Posted by Sarah Moore - August 28, 2014 at 8:18 am

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Window Treatment Ideas

The eyes are the windows to the soul, or so they say. That said, the windows are considered as the gateway to our homes. Maybe that’s the reason why a lot of people are always on the lookout to get the best window treatments available. In addition to that, windows have a big impact on the look and feel of one’s home, and we know all too well that our homes exude our personality.

In the past years, the options when it comes to window treatments are limited. Materials, styles, and designs are almost always the same. Today, we have the freedom to choose from an array of fabrics and prints, and whatever your prerequisites are with regard to window coverings.

Even with all these aesthetic perks you get from contemporary window treatments, you can still get what you’re really looking for in window treatments. Adequate level of privacy, sufficient blocking of sunlight, good temperature regulation, name it. The market of widow treatments these days is very wide.

Certainly, you wouldn’t buy window treatments without knowing first what type of windows you’ll be putting them on.

Bay windows are typically big. It will look even bigger if you put on the wrong window coverings. Roll-up shades, however, can give a clean finish to it. Floor-length shutters give off a homey and cozy vibe, while drapes give an elegant and classy look and feel.

Windows with sliding glass doors can be quite tricky to work around since you have to make sure that it can provide enough privacy but still easy to operate. Custom vertical blinds are a good choice. They are easy to work with and they come in different colors. Another good option is bamboo shades, they also come in sliding version so you just slide them out of the way when you want to open the windows. Roll-up shades and curtains are not so bad, either.

If you have small windows, and you want to make them look bigger, put on window treatments that can give an optical illusion that your windows are bigger than they actually are. Something flashy is a good choice.

Read books about windows, look up on the Internet, ask around, or follow your gut instincts. It’s always your call.

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Posted by Sarah Moore - June 30, 2014 at 8:23 am

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Bay Window Curtains

Bay window curtains are rather similar with normal curtains but they are usually thicker and heavier. A lot of them are made with materials that reduce sound coming from the outside. Those materials can be either plastic or fabric.

These kind of curtains are usually used for privacy purposes. Aside from the privacy it can give, you can rest assured that your living room décor’s beauty will be given an oomph it needs.

Bay window curtains are a great way to give you privacy in your home, while at the same time providing you with a great look that matches the décor of your living room.  It can give your space a regal and imperial look effortlessly.

If you find the proper bay window curtain, you can enjoy the sufficient amount of sunlight coming through. And it doesn’t even steal the spotlight away from the window itself, it just magnifies it even more.

Before, people draw curtains just so they can become invisible to the outside world. Now, it is often used in beautifying our homes.

People usually have a hard time finding the perfect bay window treatments, or at least ones that suit their homes. But if going to the stores is too much of a hassle for you, you can always go online.

Always make sure that you give a touch of your own personality into the bay window curtains that you will be having, because you’re the one who’s gonna see it every day anyway.

Give enough time and effort because it surely pays off. If you’re gonna use unflattering curtains, you better yet leave your windows bare instead.

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Posted by Sarah Moore - March 9, 2014 at 4:40 pm

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Bay Windows At Your Home

“Windows are to a room as a pearl necklace is to the throat of a woman. They both set off the other” Windows available in the market today come in an array of sizes and shapes. They also have many different functions to offer. They allow air and light, give privacy, and provide visual beauty. Bay windows are one of the most sought after type of window treatments.

Bay windows are considered as an architectural enhancement in any given space. They tend to create an illusion of a larger interior, considering they are usually projecting out past the exterior wall.  Three sided bay windows with two side windows returning to the wall at a particular angle are the conventional types. They allow a significant amount of light to creep in and also paves way for a great view of the outside world.

Bay windows call for a special kind of window treatment. They usually don’t look out in a private or secluded place, but when they do, the nature of treatment would be pretty basic. They only have to blend with the rest of the décor.

Typically, bay windows look out into the public, and they require a more meticulous and special treatment. Some ideas for the windows treatments to be used include window blinds, window shades, valances, and window curtains.  The window treatments to be used must be beautiful and functional at the same time.

You also have a vivid imagination when using the space given by the bay windows. Given that there is enough light, it’s a good idea to have an indoor plant. Additional accessories like a large vase will make the room even more put together.

Like the name implies, the box bay window is shaped like a box, with the side windows being perpendicular to the exterior walls and the circle bay is semi-circular in shape.

Interested in having bay window treatments installed? Go over this blog and see more ideas.

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Posted by Sarah Moore - January 29, 2013 at 1:39 pm

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