We Have The Answer On How To Tackle Privacy For Those Pesky Angled Windows

Ensuring privacy in your home is an absolute must to cultivate a comfortable, safe, and relaxing environment. While there are tons of options to add privacy to regular windows where you need it most, angled, triangular, and otherwise unusually shaped windows pose a unique challenge. Not only do they require custom-made window treatments to fit their shape, but they are also often located high up on walls with vaulted ceilings.

Thankfully, there are several solutions to angled window woes that will guarantee privacy and fit any budget. One option is to customize blinds for the windows. Window treatment companies offer a wide range of materials, colors, and styles to perfectly fit your angled window while complementing any decor. One of the most popular types of shades for angled windows is the cellular shade, which has linear pleats and can be made from delicate sheers, total blackout fabrics, and anything in between. Cellular shades can offer UV protection and added insulation along with total privacy for your space.

Other window treatment materials, such as natural fiber shades (like bamboo, rattan, and wood), aluminum blinds, and estate shutters, can also be fitted for angled windows. Many customized window treatments also boast convenient features like motorized blinds that can be programmed and operated right from your phone and smart home systems — an especially handy feature for those out-of-reach windows. However, be sure you shop carefully, as some angled blinds are fixed and cannot be rolled up.

If you're ready to cover your angled windows with blinds, the good news is there are plenty of options to choose from, including DIY treatments that you can order online to your exact specifications and install yourself. However, if your windows are very high up, it's best to play it safe and have an expert handle the installation. Plus, they will take care of any extra features, like those handy programmable blind options.

The average cost of professionally installed window blinds is anywhere from $50 to $200 per standard window, so you can expect to be in the upper range (and perhaps beyond) for angled windows as the materials will need to be custom-made and potentially professionally installed. While the materials will impact the cost, price ranges are similar for cellular, Roman, and roller shades blind options. The biggest additional expense will come from motorized blinds. They'll add somewhere north of $200 per window to the project when professionally installed.

If your angled windows are on a wall with other windows, as most are, you'll likely want to use the same blinds on all the windows to achieve a cohesive look. However, if you're are looking to save some cash, only splurge for the motorized version of your shades for those high-up windows and stick with matching manual blinds for the rest.

If angled blinds are beyond your budget, there are other frugal hacks that provide the privacy you need for your angled windows with an aesthetic you'll love. One cost-effective solution is to apply a privacy film, which you can cut to any size and shape. There are tons of film options that will add privacy to your home while also enhancing the look of your space. Go with a classic frosted film or add a pop of color to your windows with the rabbitgoo Window Privacy Film. Privacy films are easy to apply yourself, and they will filter natural light so you can still enjoy your windows while maintaining privacy.

Alternatively, you can frost your angled windows using a glass window frosting product like Rust-Oleum's Frosted Glass Spray Paint. The frosted finish produces a similar effect to privacy film, and some people find it easier to apply to oddly shaped windows. If you're looking for window covering hacks that aren't curtains or shades, a can of glass spray paint is a frugal alternative.

Curtains can still work with angled windows — they just require a little ingenuity. You'll need custom-made curtains that account for the unique window shape, but the assembly is pretty straightforward. Install curtain rods following the angle of the window, and fix the curtain head or grommets in place along the rod so it won't slip down. You can use curtains just to cover your angled windows or make a statement with large curtains covering the entire window section from the top of the vaulted ceiling down to the floor.