What is a bow window?

A bow window is a combination of windows: four, five, or six identical windows form a curve out from the wall. Each window is a casement or double hung window. This window is a majestic centerpiece that can come with a beautiful window seat.  more

A bow window is a variation of the bay window. Both types of window installations project outward from the flat surface of a wall, providing extra space and light. The bow window is so named because it has a slightly curved shape, instead of the more angled shape of the bay window, and it looks like the curve of a drawn bow (one used with arrows, not one used to top packages). There are many types of bow windows. Some of them use curved glass, which can be somewhat expensive to purchase and install. Others use panels of straight glass that create more of circular look than the average bay window. Typically three to six panels of glass are used, usually more panels with less width when the glass is not curved. Like the bay window, the bow window is a lovely piece of architecture, providing extra space, access to views, or great places for houseplants that need lots of light. When there is a splendid view to be enjoyed, many people add cushioned window seats below the glass sections. ...  more

Usually a set of five windows that are positioned at a slight angle to each other. What is a CAFE CURTAIN? This is simply a panel that covers the bottom of the window (usually the bottom half). What is a CAFE ROD? Cafe rods usually have a smaller diameter and are less ornate than other decorative rods. They are used to hang cafe curtains. What is a CASING? This is the wooden molding around the window. Also known as the window frame. What is a COMBINATION ROD? This is 1 2-in-1 rod that has two curtain rods attached to each other. It is used for layered curtains such as valances and draperies that are to be installed on the same window. What is a CONTINENTAL ROD? A standard size is generally 2 1/2 inches wide, but flat. A continental rod comes with brackets that make up the projection. Generally, the projection is 2 1/2 inches, although some major retailers carry continental rods with smaller and larger returns. What is a CORNICE? A cornice is simply a window treatment that is ...  more

Similar to a bay window but usually composed of a series of window units assembled in an arc, rather than a polygon.