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An old world charm brought into the present, curved windows may be a little challenge when it comes to window treatments. Because of its unusual curved shape, traditional curtains and blind will not work for this type of window. If you add on an unflattering piece of curtain or the wrong kind of window treatment to this type of window, you would be ruining the elegance and sophistication that comes with the curved window. That is why curved window treatments ideas are very specific to the T. They need to cater specifically to the arched design in order to retain that elegance that the curved window provides.
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Listed below are some common window treatments that have been altered specifically for use with curved windows. Check each one out to find the right window treatment for your home.
• Curved Window Blinds
If you want something more traditional but have a modern feel to it, you can consider curved window blinds. This type of blind is made from wood that can block out rays of sun during the warmer parts of the day. It follows the arch of the curved window, so you are not covering any portion of the design but still be able to block out unwanted light from entering.
• Shade it with Pleats
These are custom made arches that fit exactly to your curved window. They are made with pleats in order to add on depth and dimension to your window. Some designs even close and open so that you can adjust the amount of sunlight that comes in through the window.
• Shirred Fabric – Sunburst Method
If you are going for something a little bit more dramatic or looking for something with flair, you can try shirred fabric. The term itself describes how the actual window treatments look like – similar to a sunburst.
Shirred fabric is used in making these shades which make them more versatile looking than just commercialized plastic or metal. Note that these types of treatments are meant for heightened windows and not those of regular height. These types of window treatments are often employed for odd shaped windows since they are custom fit to the dimensions of the window.
• Shutters
If there are shutters for typical, traditional windows, there are also shutters used for curved windows. These also come in a similar sunburst fashion that is partially moveable to adjust sunlight entry. In comparison to sheer fabric shades, these are more rigid.
• Soft Fabric Shades
In cases where in you want to have the option to open and close your curved windows, then you may want to try on soft fabric shades. These types of window treatments are an innovative design that does not sacrifice design over function. The shade splits into two equal halves when you want to open it up and take a look outside.
In cases of heightened windows that are difficult to reach, you can still have the luxury of opening and closing it up since there are models that are motorized.
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