Textiles on windows complement the style of the interior, emphasize individual details (for example, decor, upholstery of upholstered furniture), and can become a bright accent in the room. It is not difficult to choose curtains for windows so that they fit harmoniously into the overall picture of the space; you just need to know the features of the material, cut and style of fabric products. Also, when choosing window curtains, you need to rely on the functions of the room in which they will be located.
Using fabrics on window openings you can make the interior stylish, cozy and homely warm. Most people have a stereotype since childhood: you need to hang translucent tulle and two thick curtains on the windows.
On the one hand, this is practical and beautiful, but on the other hand, this option is not suitable for every room. Often, curtains become a decoration for the windows of the living room, bedroom, and children's room.
Textiles for windows in the hall (living room)
In the living room, which is sometimes referred to as the “hallway” or “hall”, the family spends time together and guests meet. Curtains in this room should emphasize style and perform practical functions:
- diffuse the color of the sun;
- hide what is happening inside the room from prying eyes from the street;
- protect from cold, wind and insects (in the absence of mosquito nets).
In addition to their practical benefits, curtains in the living room perform a decorative and aesthetic function, emphasizing the advantageous aspects of the room and hiding shortcomings. It is best to select textiles for windows in public apartments according to style. For example, Roman, French or Austrian curtains are ideal for classical and antique styles, as well as Empire and Renaissance styles.
Roman curtains resemble blinds: strips of fabric lie symmetrically horizontally on top of each other, and wooden slats are laid between them to provide rigidity and maintain their shape.
French curtains resemble a formal curtain on a theater stage. Ruffles, frills, flounces and several layers of fabric on the window openings in the living room can become the central detail of the interior. Austrian curtains are a shortened version of French ones. They will harmoniously fit into the interior of a room with low ceilings and a beautifully decorated area under the window sill (new heating radiators, decorative radiator mesh).
To ensure that tulle or curtains on the windows in the living room do not put pressure on the psyche and add freshness to the atmosphere, it is better to select products from light, airy fabrics (satin, satin, silk). A small hallway will be decorated with simple-shaped curtains, without lambrequins. To visually raise the ceilings, use shelf cornices.
Curtain solutions for children's rooms
In a child’s room, the functionality of curtains comes first. They should diffuse daylight, cover the window at night (to protect from moonlight so that the child is not afraid) and not accumulate dust in their fibers.
According to psychologists, every detail in a baby’s room should develop his imagination, thinking, and creativity. Tulle is used as a textile option for window decoration in children's rooms. Often it is decorated with a pattern: a picture from a cartoon, a natural calm landscape.
When choosing tulle, you need to pay attention to the design style of the room: if there are a lot of bright details in the room, then the curtain should soften this brightness and have a pastel monochromatic color. In rooms with restrained decoration, pale walls and a minimum of decor, tulle can dilute the “boringness” of the atmosphere. Suitable colors for such a nursery are turquoise, raspberry, light green, red and orange.
What to rely on when choosing
Just going out and buying curtains before the renovation starts is stupid, to say the least. In 99% of cases, textiles for windows are selected after remodeling and are guided not only by the style of room decoration and the dominant colors in the room. Competent designers advise that before purchasing curtains, familiarize yourself with their types, materials and fastenings used.
Curtains and room style
Only professionals or very pedantic individuals can analyze each of the interior styles in detail. People who are engaged in home renovation do not have time to study the topic in depth, so they can Take advice from experienced designers:
- In a strict classic interior, curtains should emphasize solemnity - curtains are made of thick satin, decorated with decorative braid, embroidery or fringe. Tulle is light, holds its shape, and is decorated with embroidery.
- In the light Provence or rustic Country style, window textiles should enhance the lightness. It is better to choose products made of satin and organza.
- Modern, Art Deco will look stylish if you use well-draped fabrics - cotton, linen - to decorate window openings.
Another good tip from a designer: play with drawing. This is when a print from curtain fabric is repeated in the interior, but in a smaller or larger size. For example, small bouquets of poppies are painted on the curtains, and on the wall hangs a large picture with one bright scarlet flower.
Color range of fabric accessories for windows
“There are no comrades for the taste of color,” says the popular proverb. But designers think differently: only a few colors can harmonize with a certain environment. You can select the shade of window textiles based on the size of the room, style and a little from the wishes of the home owner.
For example, light translucent coral curtains harmonize perfectly with light green walls, but dark red can only be used in combination with milky, pink or peach colors.
To bring some decorative items to the foreground (a painting, a handmade panel, an antique mirror), the windows are covered with light blue curtains. In this design option, the blue fabric merges into one tone with the color of the sky, and becomes the background for brighter objects.
Fabrics used for sewing curtains, popular textures
Basically, textiles for windows are divided into two types: drapes and curtains (tulle). The following dense fabrics are used to sew curtains: linen, cotton, polyester and silk. More specifically, manufacturers use taffeta, blackout, brocade and fukra to sew curtains. Tulle is made from silk, polyester (organza, satin) and thin cotton.These are such popular types of fabrics: organza, crash (reaper), voile.
Shape and style of products
Today, five styles of window textiles are in great demand. The first is Roman blinds in the form of fabric blinds, relevant in the kitchen, hallway or bathroom. The second textile design option is classic curtains with two curtains made of thick fabric and tulle. Japanese panels are the height of fashion in Europe; they are narrow, straight panels without folds or additions.
The “cafe” style is simple, convenient and stylish. Window textiles made in this form are hung on a cornice without fastenings. The last popular option is French curtains and their shortened subtype - Austrian curtains. Products of this type are reminiscent of a dress from the Middle Ages - there are also a lot of folds, frills and decor.
Mounting options for window textiles
Initially, the curtain is placed on the following types of fastenings:
- curtain tape (braid);
- rings made of plastic or metal;
- eyelets;
- ties, loops;
- drawstring.
Then the fabric along with the fastenings is placed on the cornice. Today, the following types of cornices are found on sale: rounded wall, baguette ceiling, string and profile. You can also use lifting curtain rods and “cafe” options (the fabric is hung over the cornice).
Tips for independently selecting curtains for your interior
The first thing to consider when choosing textiles for windows is the size and shape of the opening. The color, style, and type of textiles depend on these parameters and the style of the interior. These tips will help you choose a practical, stylish and modern option:
- The color of textiles used to decorate window openings should not match the color of the walls, ceiling or floor.A competent design decision is as follows: the curtains should match the color of the furniture upholstery or bright interior details (decorative flowers, the frame of a large picture, a rare chair).
- The smaller the room, the simpler the textiles on the windows should be.
- When choosing curtains, you should rely on the location of the room: if the windows face the east or south, then you need to choose a wear-resistant and dense fabric to protect the room from excess light.
You also need to provide for a balcony door. If it is available, then you need to select reliable fastening options that will not lose their functionality after daily opening and closing of the curtains. When choosing window textiles, you should not rely on current trends, because fashion is a passing thing, but style is forever.
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