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What type of blinds can work on Bay Windows? Posted on 12 Sep 15:37 , 0 comments

Bay windows are popular architectural features particularly on terraced houses. A bay window, often made up of 3 panels, extends out from the main wall of the building, creating extra floor space in the room. They are a stunning and often crowning feature of a room and allow for maximum sunlight and space, so require careful consideration when choosing your window dressing. The right blind for your bay window will celebrate and enhance the beautiful angular lines, rather than hide it. With extra windows and angles to take into consideration, bay windows can be more difficult than standard windows, but with the correct blind and careful measuring, the result will be worth it.

white room with a large bay window with white Venetian blinds

What do you need to consider when choosing the type of blind? Budget, design aesthetic, privacy, shading, thermal insulating requirement and longevity. These are some of the key things to think about.

At the Shutter Shop we have installed many types of blinds on Bay windows and have a fantastic range with options to suit all tastes and requirements.

Roman Blinds for Bay Windows
Roller Blinds for Bay Windows
Honeycomb Blinds for Bay Windows
Venetian Blinds for Bay Windows
Plantation Shutters for Bay Windows

Roman Blinds

roman blind in pastel colour in a bay window

Roman blinds are a window treatment made of fabric that folds up into pleats when raised. They are considered a more luxurious option than some of the other blind alternatives. Roman blinds for bay windows are usually lined with a thick fabric which helps prevent heat loss, and traps a thick layer of air between the blinds material and the window pane, enhancing the insulation, which is certainly something to consider on bay windows where you have large expanses of glass for heat to escape. Our Fabric Roman blinds are available in a variety of styles and fabrics are handmade to suit your bay window.

Roller Blinds

Roller blinds are probably one of the most cost-effective options for dressing your bay window. Available in a wide variety of colours, designs, and fabrics, they are a popular choice for bay windows. Roller blinds are simple to operate and offer a tidy space saving discreet option for the shading and filtering of light. You can also consider manual or motorised options for your windows.

Honeycomb Blinds

Honeycomb blinds, sometimes known as cellular blinds or perfect fit are categorised by their unique smart cellular pleated design. The cells provide an insulation barrier that reduces the exchange of heat in summer and keeps in the warmth in the winter. The honeycomb structure makes the fabric extremely strong, durable and flexible. Our Made to measure honeycomb blinds offer a cost effective, energy efficient and practical solution for bay windows. We offer individually crafted honeycomb binds in Corded, Cordless, Cordloop, Smart Fit, and motorised styles. With multiple options to choose from in terms of design, colour and pleat size, they offer functionality and style and are a popular solution.

Venetian Blinds

Venetian blinds, in either pure wood or faux wood, are a popular choice for bay windows because they are versatile, easy to operate, and offer excellent light control. Our venetian blinds are lightweight which is ideal for large bay windows, functional and contemporary in style. They also come in a broad range of paint colours, stains and different slat sizes, they can adapt to meet your interior requirements and tastes. Venetian blinds are often considered a great alternative to shutters, with a lower price point. Another major advantage of venetian blinds compared to others is that Roman and roller blinds are essentially open or closed but a Venetian blind can be opened and closed to different variations due to the slats, providing you with the exact level of light, dark, or privacy that you need.

Plantation Shutters

bedroom with tier on tier shutters on a bay window

Bay window shutters blend into the window design, often matched to the colour of the window frame and sills, allowing you to keep the perfect lines of the bay. There are many styles of shutter you can choose; full height, tier-on-tier or cafe style shutters which work well on all types of bay window or box window. Like venetian blinds they are incredibly versatile and provide a huge range of possibilities with light control and privacy. Shutters are an extremely durable option and hardwearing so will stand the test of time.

Ready to find the perfect blinds for your bay windows? Contact us today for expert advice or book a free survey to explore our made-to-measure options and transform your home!

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The Shutter Shop has spent more than 35 years helping homeowners find made-to-measure window treatments that work with the character and practical needs of their homes.

This article remains at its original URL as part of our complete journal archive. Its subject connects to the same specialist guidance our surveyors provide today: considering the window proportions, room, privacy requirements, light and the right product material before confirming a design.

A considered approach

Shutters are made to order, so good decisions begin with careful measuring and a clear understanding of how the room is used. Full height, café style and tier-on-tier panels each manage light and privacy differently, while bay windows, special shapes and wide openings need their own design response.

Our team can show you the current range of materials, colours, louvre sizes and hardware during a free home survey.

For confident DIY customers, selected shutter styles can also be measured and configured online. More complex bay, shaped and tracked installations are best discussed with our professional measure-and-fit team.