Arched Window Treatment IdeasArched windows add an old world charm to any home. They give an air of elegance and sophistication. But there is one area that these special windows seem to give the homeowners some trouble. How are these windows covered? Look at these arched window treatment ideas below. The Sunburst 
The arch can be filled in with a shirred fabric starting out on the arched edge and gathered together in the center like a sunburst. Sometimes a rosette is added to the center for decoration.
This type of treatment will either filter or block the glaring sun from shining in and likewise mute or block the outside view, depending on the opaqueness of the fabric used. When covering the rest of the windows with curtains of the same fabric for a uniform look in the room, this treatment will add a special softness to the arch and to the room. The sunburst is mainly used in arches that are separated from the window below, since it is not operable and therefore not recommended for windows that are at regular height. It is also very popular with other shapes like circle, oval, triangle, eyebrow, trapezoid, and octagon because of its ability to be adapted into any shape. The beauty of it is that it can be used in rooms that have more than one type specialty shaped window. Another version of the sunburst is the
sunburst shutter.
Unlike the fabric sunburst this window treatment is partially operable, because of the ability to move the louvers.
Fabric Shades
Fabric shades with their lovely appeal have incorporated themselves into arch window treatments. Some specialized window treatment shops have created arch window treatments from Austrian shades, cloud shades, Roman shades, etc.
Arched Curtains and Draperies Windows with arched tops can be covered with curtains or draperies. They can be hung on to special arched curtain rods, simply attached to the inside of the arch, or hung just outside the arch in a more decorative way, like with medallians. Tiebacks are used when the curtains or drapes need to be held open. This way of covering the window will keep the arch look, while allowing the convenience of choosing between privacy and view. Hard Treatments Arches can also be covered with hard window treatments made by reputable window covering manufacturers. The following are the treatments that can be used for either stand-alone arches or extended arches, those that are one with the window under it: 
Most of these window treatments are used for light control purposes and only the window below can be opened fully. But there a some notable exceptions: 
Don't need to cover the arch? Use drapery and valances to decorate your arch for a unique look. See our unique window treatments for ideas for arched window treatments. When you cover your arched window come back to tell us about it! The Window Treatment Expert
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If you want to be able to open the arch, you can now get the new innovative fabric soft arch made from the same material as the fabric shade. It opens from the center and reveals a full view of the outside. (This operating system is also available for cellular shades
opening an arch.