How Many Window Coverings Are Necessary to Span 50 Inches?

For a 50-inch wide window, the answer will depend on the type and size of the window coverings:

Different Types of Window Coverings for 50-inch Wide Window

Here are several functional and design options to consider when covering a 50-inch wide window, depending on your style, privacy requirements, and how you like to filter light. Following are the several common ones:

Cordless Faux Wood Blinds for 50" Windows

Roller Shades for 50" Windows

Roman Shades for 50" Windows

Cellular (Honeycomb) Shades for 50" Windows

Vertical Blinds for 50" Windows

Curtains & Drapes for 50" Windows

Plantation Shutters for 50" Windows

Zebra Blinds for 50" Windows

To best fit and appear clean, closest to what you’d get with custom-cut blinds or shades, for a 50-inch wide window. Faux wood blinds are an affordable and durable option or roller or honeycomb/cellular shades offer a contemporary look and energy efficiency. When selecting, always take into account mount type (inside versus outside), the level of light control desired, and the room’s function.

Different Size of Window Coverings

When choosing window treatments for a 50-inch wide window, correct size is key for an ideal fit, look and function. Here's a summary of size strategies and popular options from a our view below.

Single Custom Window Coverings

If a custom size is an option, the easiest, cleanest look is to have each window covering be exactly 50 inches each (or little bit wider if outside-mount).

Standard-Size Window Coverings

If you are using pre-made coverings that have fixed widths (read 24″, 36″, 48″, etc.) you may need to piece two of them together.

• Two 25" Window Coverings

• One 36" and one 14" (if size of items permit)

• Or, one 48", two with a 1" gap on each side (less than ideal)

Overlap or Gaps

Decide if a little overhang or space would be permissible. For example, two 26” coverings would overlap a bit, which can block more the light.

Mount Types

• Inside mount requires an exact fit — too wide just won’t fit.

• Outside mount permits a small overhang on all sides for great light control.

For custom, one of the last 50-inch window coverings would fit perfectly.

With common sizes, you may have to use 2 covers (ie: 2 pieces of 25") to cover the entire area.