Arch Window Coverings
So, which type of arch is your window? Perfect arch - This is the arch that is exactly twice as wide as its height. It is called perfect because of its perfect symmetry. You can find arch window coverings for the perfect arch on our
arch window treatment page.
If the imperfection is slight and is off with up to 2 inches, some, but not all, arch window treatments can be made to fit the imperfect arch. Elliptical Window - These are the arches that are wider than twice the height of the window. Eyebrow Window - This arch is like the elliptical arch but it has straight sides making the window taller. You can find window treatments for elliptical and eyebrow windows
here.
Extended Arch Window TreatmentsHere are some window treatment ideas that can be used on these arch top windows:Arch Shutters
Arch shutters are an ideal window treatment for this type of window. The shutters are shaped exactly like the window and open in the center for full use of the windows.
If the arch is wide a four panel bi-fold system is used to open the arch. The bi-fold system is also used on narrower arches with two panels if you want the arch to open to one side only. The louvers of these shutters are usually horizontal but they can sometimes be made with sunburst shutters on the upper part too. Arch shutters are available in wood and faux wood. Arch Cellular ShadesThis is one type of arch window coverings that will allow you to fully open and close it. How is that possible for an arch top window? Where will the shade stack if the top is rounded and narrower?The answer is simple! The cellular shades will stack on the side that is straight - the bottom. By using a top-down operation this pretty window covering can be made to fit any arched window including half-arches. These shades are available in Hunter Douglas Applause and Duette light filtering fabric and in the Architella both light filtering and room darkening fabric. And can be made in practically any size. Prices of course depend on the size of the window and the fabric used. Here is some pricing to give you an idea of how much the cost would be. Applause Legends $850- for the smallest size, $1100 for 36" x 60", $1500 for 60" x 96", and $2325- for 96" x 144". Duette Classic $895- for the smallest size, $1200 for 36" x 60", $1650 for 60" x 96", and $2725- for 96" x 144". Architella Classic $995- for the smallest size, $1200 for 35" x 60", $1700- for 60" x 96", and $2825- for 96" x 144". Applause Classic Eclipse $1040- for the smallest size, $1295- for 35" x 60", $1895- for 60" x 96", and $3150- for 96" x 144". A motorized version is available in many shapes. We also have a lower cost version of the arched shade in other high quality cellular fabric. There are however more limitations like size (only up until 84" wide and 72" high) and shape (not available in half arch). The prices for this lower cost option range from $250- to $800- for light filtering fabric and $350- to $1000- for room darkening fabric. Fabric Shades
Fabric shades with their lovely appeal have incorporated themselves into arch window coverings. Some
specialized window treatment shops
have created arch window coverings from
Austrian shades
, cloud shades, Roman shades, etc. Arched Window Curtains and Draperies
Windows with arched tops can be covered with curtains or draperies. They can be hung on to special flexible curtain rods, simply attached to the inside of the arch, or hung just outside the arch in a more decorative way, like with medallions. Hold backs or Tiebacks are used when the curtains or drapes need to be held open. This arch window covering will keep the architectural look of the window, while allowing the convenience of choosing between privacy and view. Take a look at this easy to make arched curtain kit. Vertical Blinds
Vertical blinds can come with an innovative curved track for arches, therefore they can be completely opened and rotated. However, since the vertical blinds stack at the highest point in the track, in an arch top window it will stack in the center.More Ideas You can use arch window coverings designed for a perfect arch and put it on top of a regular window shade to make a window treatment for an extended arch. Below are some of those that will work this way. Even more ideasWhen you cover your extended arch window come back to tell us about it! Do you want more information about the arched window coverings mentioned above? Fill out the form below and one of our designers will respond within 24 to 48 hours.
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