Textiles, as one of the most important components of decor, can create the mood and character of any home. With the help of curtains alone, you can create coziness, and if you choose a modern curtain design, you can easily update the interior of the entire home.
In order for housing to meet expectations, it is important to understand how to correctly place accents and which ones should be emphasized in the interior of the room in order to make the home comfortable and comfortable.
In order for housing to meet expectations, it is important to understand how to correctly place accents and which ones should be emphasized in the interior of the room in order to make the home comfortable and comfortable
In addition to the layout of rooms, wall cladding and other surfaces, as well as comfortable cabinet furniture, you need to choose the right textiles. It is well-chosen textiles that are considered one of the main highlights in the interior of each room.
Moreover, the curtains should be selected based on the functional belonging of the room itself and, of course, taking into account the personal wishes of each person.
Attention! It is important to take into account the dimensions of the room, for example, the design of the curtains used for the kitchen depends not only on the functional features of the room, but also on its size.
Today there are many different options for textile products, both for the living room and for the kitchen or bedroom. Thanks to this product, any room can be made as cozy and comfortable as possible.
Choice of curtain design
In addition to the task of choosing the type of curtain, it is also very important to choose the right shade for a given textile. It, of course, depends on the interior design and the main idea of the designer.
For example, if we talk about classics, then the universal color in this case is blue or sandy. Shades of beige and pale pink are also acceptable.
Such drapery of the window opening allows you to emphasize the presence of high ceilings in the room, as well as the rather large dimensions of the window itself. That is why the classic version of the curtain is best used in spacious rooms with high ceilings and large windows.
Advice! A classic curtain is always attached above the window, closer to the ceiling, and ends at the floor, and even falls a little on it. In this case, always combine translucent fabrics with a heavier drapery.
By the way, if we talk about such a room as a living room, then in this case there are often options when only curtains without tulle are used.
It is important to note that translucent textiles help prevent excess light from entering the room, but at the same time do not completely block the flow of light. Also, at the same time, they hide the internal situation from prying eyes. Due to these properties, the classic type of curtains is often used in the bedroom or in the living room, they are also found in rooms that act as an office or children's room.
If the windows of the room face the northern part of the yard, then only curtains can be used. This option is also acceptable when there are trees outside the windows or when they overlook a remote part of the courtyard, which is not accessible to the eyes of strangers.
Based on the foregoing, it becomes clear that you need to choose curtains taking into account the following features:
In order not to be mistaken with the choice, it is better to consult in advance with a specialist who will tell you exactly how to choose the right curtains for finishing the space of a particular room, or at least ask the appropriate questions to the employee of the store where this product is purchased.
How to attach the curtains?
The options for attaching this textile to the windows depend on the type of curtains and the dimensions of the room.
For example, if we talk about classic products, then most often they are attached to the cornice with the help of special hooks and clamps. This option is great if you do not need to draw special attention to the upper part of the textile. Well, if on the contrary, you want to highlight the top of the curtain, then you can use bright clips of the original form, well, or elements of larger sizes.
This rule also applies to the choice of eaves. It is selected based on the characteristics of the curtains that will be hung on the window. In the classics, a cornice of a golden hue or one that in its color is a contrast to the shade of the facing material of the walls looks very advantageous. For example, this can be an option when a black cornice is used against a white wall or any other contrasting combination of shades.
Of course, dark cornices on a light background look good only in rooms with high ceilings. In small rooms, it is better not to take risks and not play with color, cornices of small sizes in a muted shade are suitable.
How to use eyelets?
If you carefully study the design of curtains for the bedroom, you can see that very often experts advise using eyelets. They are also found in the design of the living room and hall. In this case, you can use both metal eyelets and plastic.
The advantages of eyelets are that, thanks to their use, you can achieve the effect when the curtain falls very effectively to the floor, and the folds will be perfectly even. It is important to remember here that the greater the distance between these same eyelets, the deeper the fold will turn out.
Attention! It is important to note that this type of curtain attachment is harmoniously combined with any type of interior. This is why eyelets are so popular.
They are very practical when it comes to a balcony unit that is connected to a window. In this case, the balcony door can be beautifully beaten with the help of curtains on the eyelets. At the same time, the curtain will be very practical, it is easy to move it back and simply return to its original position. In addition, textiles are protected from excessive damage, so they retain their original appearance much longer.
All these tips will allow you to decorate your home with maximum practicality and at a fairly reasonable cost.
Expert advice on choosing curtains
Modern curtains can be of different shades. Today you can use textiles of various shades. It can be classic curtains in sand or cream shades, as well as contrasting bright colors.
But in addition to the above decor option, there are still other options for how to make your curtains beautiful and original, we are talking about a lambrequin. It is a strip of fabric that can be laid in any shape. The lambrequin is located at the top of the curtain and usually completely covers the cornice.
Experts advise using a lambrequin only in certain situations:
From the foregoing, it becomes clear that the lambrequin is not only an element of decor, but also has certain functional characteristics.
The use of decoration in several shades is provided. This is possible when it comes to a lambrequin made of several layers of fabric. In this case, it is quite logical that each of these layers will have its own shade. Moreover, depending on the general interior in the room, these can be quite contrasting combinations.
There are several types of lambrequins that can be used in home improvement:
Regarding the first option, we are talking about a strip of hard type fabric, which has a dense base. Most often it is a non-woven layer. This type of lambrequin is logical to use when it comes to a strict interior that combines certain geometric lines.
But the second type of decor can be assembled in any form. Moreover, it is collected horizontally, vertically or with a bend. This lambrequin is considered more romantic and makes the interior of the room softer and more comfortable.
Advice! In order to better choose one or another type of lambrequin, it is better to consult in advance about this purchase with an experienced specialist.
What kind of decor is possible?
There are many options for decorating curtains stylishly and beautifully. Let's say the window drapery on the swing-over hinges looks quite original. This method is convenient because you can use the most common fabric to make curtains. In this case, the emphasis is on the upper part.
It should be clarified that the cross-over loops can be either with ties or with buttons, or simply sewn in such a way that you can conveniently put textiles on the cornice.
I would also like to note the fact that today there are many options to beautifully and stylishly combine curtains of different styles with each other. For example, it is quite acceptable when classic tulle is combined with blinds or Roman blinds. The same combination is possible between curtains made of heavy fabric and blinds.
In general, there are a lot of harmonious combinations. But in order to choose the right option, it is imperative to take into account the main type of interior, as well as the size of the room. And, of course, the dimensions of the window opening itself. It is also important to understand that when it comes to a window that is connected to a balcony, the curtain should be very practical and light.
For rooms made in a modern style, you can use more original options for curtains. For example, if we are talking about a small kitchen, then you can use Japanese curtains or Roman shades. Both versions of the product can be mounted on glass. In this case, the window is easy to open for ventilation. Also, this option is great for a window opening with a sash, in which case one part of the window opens without significant displacement of the curtain.
Idea! Also, for a room with windows facing the sunny side, it is envisaged to use blinds or curtains, which are made of fabric with a special impregnation, which does not allow an excessive amount of sunlight to pass through.
All these facts are very important to take into account, because you need to understand that textiles of this type are not just a decor option in the room. This is primarily a multifunctional product that is designed to make the room more comfortable and cozy.
