How to make a Bay Window Seat

If you don’t have bay windows in Utah, you may be missing out on some of life’s most rewarding pleasures. The natural light, color, and view into the outside world brings out the unique beauty of your home and offers the perfect area to construct an eye-drawing centerpiece to your bay windows: the bay window seat.

Building your very own bay window seat is a deceptively straightforward process that can be accomplished by anyone with the right inspiration, materials, and can-do attitude for success.

Discover Your Inspiration

Window seats reflect the personality and charm of the homeowner. What kind of colors would represent your home best? Bright and bold? Warm and subtle? What about the cushion or pillow designs? A few modifications to your bay window seat would allow the space to double as a built-in storage device. After all, you’re the visionary of the project, your dream is king. Make it everything you ever wanted.

Find Your Materials

There are four crucial measurements in the creation of a window seat.

• Depth
• Length
• Width
• Backrest

Depending on your unique style, the sizes will be longer, shorter, or deeper. Materials may vary, but will include:

• Five to Six 2x4s
• Several sheets of plywood and beadboard
• Poplar strips for trimming and support beams
• Silicone Caulk
• Wood Putty

Most materials can be found in your local hardware store or on the web.

Construct the Dream

Building a bay window is a surprisingly easy task. Once you’ve established your frame and added supports, attach plywood for the top and front of the seat. Add your trimming, then caulk and plaster any seams.

After you’ve added your paint colors, congratulations, you’ve done it! With wood, screws, and bit of elbow grease, you too can construct your very own bay window seat for your home.

The first step towards achieving this dream is to install some bay windows of your very own. Advanced Windows USA is your one-stop-shop for all your window needs and beyond in the Beehive State. As the number one window replacement company in Utah, we understand that your satisfaction should always come first. Ready to take the first step towards creating your perfect bay window area? Contact or visit us today for a free estimate to start making your home improvement dreams a reality.

Author Statement:

Craig Marsh is the owner of Advanced Window Products in Salt Lake City, Utah. He has proudly been operating since 1986. His company offers energy efficient sliding glass doors, replacement windows in wood or vinyl options, and vinyl siding.

Advanced Window Products
3052 S 460 W
Salt Lake City, Utah 84115
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