Putting eyelet curtains on a bay window requires a specific approach to accommodate the angled sections and support brackets. The key is to treat each section between support brackets as a separate hanging area.
Understanding the Approach
Unlike a straight window where eyelet curtains slide freely along a pole, a bay window pole typically uses multiple sections connected by bends. Support brackets are needed to hold these sections stable, especially at the bends. Eyelet curtains cannot pass over these support brackets because of their ring design.
The Core Principle
Based on the reference, to fit eyelet or tab top curtains in your bay window, you will need to hang a curtain between each support bracket.
This means that instead of one large pair of curtains covering the entire bay, you will use multiple individual curtains or pairs, each confined to a specific section of the pole between supports.
Curtain Configuration for a Bay Window
Following the reference, the most common configuration when using eyelet curtains on a bay pole with support brackets is:
- Centre Window: A pair of curtains (one opening left, one opening right).
- Side Windows: A single curtain on each side window section.
This setup ensures that each curtain or pair operates smoothly within its designated pole section, stopping neatly at the support brackets.
Here's a simple breakdown:
| Window Section | Number of Curtains | Movement |
|---|---|---|
| Left Side | 1 | Slides between left end bracket and first inner bracket |
| Centre | 2 (a pair) | Each slides between inner brackets |
| Right Side | 1 | Slides between second inner bracket and right end bracket |
Note: The number of support brackets and sections may vary depending on the size and shape of your bay window.
Practical Considerations
- Pole Type: You will need a specific bay window curtain pole system designed for the angles of your bay. These systems come with the necessary components like angled connectors and support brackets. Examples mentioned in the reference include systems similar to Integra Lexington, Nexus, Brooklyn, and Zorb.
- Curtain Quantity: You will need to purchase the appropriate number of single curtains and pairs based on the number of sections in your bay window pole.
- Stack Back: Consider how the curtains will stack back when open. Since each curtain is confined to its section, the stack back will occur within that section. Ensure the sections are wide enough to accommodate the bunched fabric without obstructing the view or light significantly.
- Measurement: Accurate measurement of each individual window section is crucial to ensure the curtains you buy or make are the correct width and drop for each specific part of the bay.
In summary, hanging eyelet curtains on a bay window involves dividing the window into sections determined by the pole's support brackets and hanging individual curtains or pairs within those sections.
