History of Bay Windows:
Bay windows were extremely popular during late Victorian and Edwardian periods when the 1894 building act changed the regulations so windows no longer had to be flush with the exterior wall.
Bay windows were designed in many different shapes and sizes. Medium and large houses would often display a number of bay or bow windows on the front the building, making the home look stylish and eye catching to passersby.
Bay windows project outwards from the main wall of a building, forming either a square or polygonal bay in a room. The popularity of bay windows stems from the fact that they create the illusion of a larger room. Bay windows are also larger than most normal windows, which enables them to maximise the amount of light entering a room.
As well as creating more space in a room, you can turn your bay window area into a unique seating space. Bay window seats come in contemporary and traditional designs and double up as a useful storage system.
Accessorising Your Bay Window:
If you want a more contemporary style throughout your home, it can be hard to make traditional bay window designs fit in with modern decor. Why not accessorise your window with a stylish curtain pole and unique accessories which match your personality?
Specialist curtain pole manufacturers supply made to measure curtain poles and rods for straight and curved bay windows. Corded bay window curtain poles reduce the risk of soiling heavy curtains through frequent handling. Uncorded bay window curtain poles are ideal for lightweight curtains and can be combined with uncorded designs.
For a real touch of luxury and to add security to your home, electric bay window curtain tracks are the perfect option. With a unique timer and light activated system these can be set to open and close at certain times, deterring buglers if your home is empty at night.
Finials & Midials:
Once you have chosen your bay window curtain pole, you can then select a range of decorative accessories to add a personal touch you window area. Finials can be fitted at each end of the curtain pole and come in a variety of designs, including modern crystal squares or flutes and traditional wooden shapes, portraying a refined, natural look. Midials can be fitted anywhere along the curtain pole and come in wooded disc designs, portraying an African feel or colourful glass shapes which brighten up your window area.
Keep bay windows in fashion and accessorise them with stylish curtain poles and accessories.