Do-It-Yourself Arched Window TreatmentsCurved surfaces look beautiful in home interiors, but they're often the most difficult to deal with when it comes to figuring out how to alter or decorate them. When considering the installation of custom solutions for unique design elements, price is a huge consideration and often an important factor for going with a do-it-yourself option instead. There are many choices available if you do decide to do your own handiwork, such as decorative elements, stained glass, paper craft, window film and more. If you do decide to purchase a custom solution from window treatment installers the cost is often worth it since you won't have to replace them for many years. Let's explore what sort of arched window treatments you can create for your windows. If you can find one in the right size, a decorative fan is a wonderful solution to go with as an arched window treatment. They often come with exotic prints of birds, rivers, and oriental buildings. When made of the right material, they can filter light through beautifully for a soft glowing mystical effect. According to the standard size of most half circle windows, it is difficult to find a fan of the right dimensions, and trying to cut one down to size below the transom often ruins the elegance of what you're trying to accomplish. Make sure to find curtains that match the look. Try looking through foreign import stores for good deals on products from Asia to see if you can get lucky and happen upon a treasure of a decorative fan and matching fabric. Another option to cover your window with arched treatments is to install stained glass. Depending upon how much light this side of your home gets and how high the arch window is the tint darkness can provide enough filtering and privacy for your needs. If you can't afford to have a custom stained glass window built, there are faux stained glass plastics that are available. Even using colored tissues paper treated with the right sprays and adhesives and supply a beautiful light filter that will last longer than you might think. Check out your local artist supply store and ask their customer service about sprays and protectants that you can use after telling them what you're trying to make. There are also privacy films that you can apply as arched window treatments. These are thin tinted adhesives that you can apply for a similar effect to that of the stained glass except for that these adhesives are a single tint usually the color of sunglass shades. They're most often used for car windows, but if you're looking for an inexpensive solution to block out light while still being able to see out the window this would be a good option for you. A good example of when this might be used is if your window has a view overlooking the ocean or hills but the amount of sunlight that comes in through this window is often much too harsh. Whether you go with one of these options or decide to create another DIY arch window treatment, you're sure to find a solution that is just as good or better than custom arched window treatments. |