Eyebrow windows are generally the name that arched windows whose tops sit above the line of the roof are called. Installing eyelid or eyebrow windows can add drama and beauty to your home.
Creating an eyebrow window in your home can give your home a unique design all its own, as well as adding light and ventilation to that upper portion of your home. Of you want to add one to your home, you can contact eyebrow window makers and manufacturers to buy eyebrow casement windows. You may also be able to find suppliers and eyebrow window manufacturers that deal with architectural salvage eyebrow windows. Since eyebrow windows have been popular since the 19th century, older homes slated for demolition may have salvageable eyebrow windows for you to use, and some eyebrow window manufacturers specialize in their extraction and restoration.
If you decide that you want to use an eyebrow window in your home and want to use the inspiration of an older home, you will need to start by identifying old eyebrow windows. Looking at eyebrow window manufacturers’ sites can help you determine which eyebrow window is most similar to the design you like.
Choosing window treatments for your eyebrow window can be tricky. Part of it depends on where your eyebrow window is located. If it is merely part of your attic, you may want to go with a simple eyebrow window cover, since it will not be noticed by most people.
If your eyebrow window is part of our living space, your eyebrow window treatments and coverings can get a little more complicated. You can find blinds for eyebrow windows – many designed for arch windows will work – or choose from a variety of eyebrow window curtains. Eyebrow window drapery can help to block light from your eyebrow window when you want to close the room off.
One downside to an eyebrow window is that roofing it can quickly become a budget-buster. A budget-friendly solution is to cover it with copper and treat it like a separate roof from the rest of the house. If you have a good contractor that has experience, you can also choose to continue the roof of the house down and over the eyebrow window. Either way can be just as dramatic. Take time to shop around for a contractor that has experience in eyebrow windows and can help you get the look that you desire at the best price.
