How to choose curtains: rules and important nuances

At first glance, the choice of curtains may seem to be a simple task, not requiring consideration of any nuances. However, in fact, not every curtain after purchase can fit into the interior of the home harmoniously. Let's try to figure out why this is happening, and what you need to know, so that any purchase of curtains will be successful initially.

Going to the store for shopping, you need to immediately decide what to buy the curtains. It is important to immediately identify the functions that the curtains should perform. If they are needed solely as a decor framing a window or doorway, you can dwell on fine fabrics. If, in addition to protection from the sun's rays, it is necessary to hide the room from outsiders and curious glances from the street, you should already think about buying thick and opaque curtains.

It is impossible not to take into account the aesthetic component, because the curtain, in addition to the protective functions, must also decorate the openings. It is this feature that makes it possible to save windows or doorways from a lonely void, thereby giving the room a homely atmosphere. In addition, it is important to consider such a function as zoning of space. For these purposes take special curtains (for example, in the form of panels).

After the issue of functionality is determined, it is worth making a choice among an abundance of constructive solutions. Today curtains are not the only rectangular panels with drapes or without them. Their choice can be so different that it can surprise even the most experienced buyer. To have a rough idea about the features of models, it is necessary to identify the most interesting and popular categories.

Normal curtains today are presented in three options: on the rings, loops and grommets. The canvas itself, in addition to the standard rectangular, may have a rounded and even asymmetrical shape.The products on the rings are curtains that are attached to the bar by plastic or wooden rings, as well as clips and (in the case of multi-layered decorations) hooks. Loop variations differ from analogs in that the function of rings is performed by loops.

These curtains in a free form are similar to ordinary rectangular panels, they only have inside ropes for assembly. When the ropes are pulled, the web rises and forms festoons with folds. Such curtains look unusual, depending on the material and the number of festoons can decorate not only the classical and ethnic design directions. They are relevant in modern style, they can emphasize its originality. Often, these panels have additional curtains, for example, from a transparent veil or lace fabric.

These blinds are wrapped in a roll, from which they leave when you need to close the window. They can open only in one direction, they sit almost close to the glass, so they do not have a lumen.You can use them not only as day curtains: they can turn into stylish night curtains. Externally, such products are panels of the size of window glass. If it seems to the buyer that such a design is similar to the office decoration of windows, classic curtains are added to the roller blinds.

This category includes corrugated curtains, vaguely resembling blinds. They can unfold in two directions: top down and bottom up. This allows, if desired, to open the curtain on both sides at the same time, leaving the central part closed.

Like roller analogues, they provide not only manual, but also remote control. At home, such products are not sewn due to complex technology, as well as the high cost of components.

These products are somewhat similar to corrugated blinds, but they are divided into just a few large sections. Like plisse, they can be single-layered or multi-layered; they are made of a non-stretchable textile, inserting rigid slats from the seamy side to maintain an even shape.Often, like the blinds, they also have weighting in the lower part. These options are convenient because you can replace the worn fabric yourself.

Conventionally, these products can be divided into three categories: flexible, linen and conditionally-thread. The first and second are made of bamboo. Some of them are inherently similar to the classic curtains and may even have a somewhat transparent texture. The latter are nothing more than sheets of elongated tubes, which often have a pattern or design.

To wooden products on the threads carry pieces of wood of different sizes and shapes. These can be wooden beads, flat cuts of fruit trees, or three-dimensional geometric shapes, which are strung on a strong thread or fishing line.

This group includes original curtains, the main purpose of which, like many wooden curtains, is the decoration of doorways. By themselves, they are quite specific, like previous products, may consist of a mass of small elements. They do not always perform their basic functions, although they do not hinder the passage of air between adjacent rooms.

Today the drapes with drapes and folds have slightly changed in appearance. If earlier such models had a massive top part laid with complex folds, in modern models it is rather laconic and made of rigid material fixed on both sides. An excellent decoration of such products are decorative brushes. However, today their design has departed from the usual standards: an avant-garde approach to design is in fashion, including not only symmetrical tacks with tassels, but also asymmetry.

This line includes products on one side and asymmetrical variants, which differ not only in the cut, but also in the color of the panels. These are great options for decorating rooms with a window and a balcony door. They look unusual and modern, with the right approach to buying easier access to the use of a balcony or loggia.

Japanese panels - another line of unique curtains.They are good for ethnic and modern design trends. If desired, they can zone the space, using as a screen. The mechanism of their work differs from all previous ones: if necessary, the curtains do not lift, but are moved to the side. These products can have fastenings not only at the top, but also at the bottom.

It is possible to pick up beautiful modern models for each room separately. However, the space is perceived better when the interior of the dwelling is made in the same style. It is important to consider not only the width, but also the correct length: the cloth should not run along the floor. This is not only ugly, but also traumatic, as it can cause stuttering and falling. Especially this is unacceptable for the design of the entrance door (interior, balcony).

Standard length is not always suitable, it depends on the height of the ceiling. It happens that the store curtains are either too short, or, conversely, are long. In this case, the curtains should be ordered individually according to their own measurements. At the same time, the width is also selected depending on the style of curtain models.

Simplify your selection will help expert advice:

• the distance from the curtains to the floor should not be less than 3 cm;
• products of light colors make the design airy and erase the verge of space;
• it is better if the curtain will have a lining: this will increase the resistance of the fabric to fading;
• bright and heavy curtains with excessive decor create a feeling of theatrical curtains, which is bad for the design of living space;
• synthetics easier to maintain, such curtains easier to maintain in perfect condition;
• in case of independent production of drapery curtains, you need to take a stock of at least 1.7 window widths;

• textiles on the rod should not be less than 2.5 m, otherwise the type of curtains will turn out to be lonely;
• the size of the curtains of roll products must exactly repeat the dimensions of the glass surface of the window;
• drawing on curtains is appropriate where there are some interior details and accessories;
• monophonic curtains are perfectly combined with fashionable modern blinds and Roman curtains;
• the panels are suitable for the modern direction, they do not fit into the classic branches of the design;
• print size should not be too small or, conversely, large.

To choose the right curtain for a specific room, It is worth starting from its features.

• For example, on the window of a classic bedroom is better to buy a version with lambrequin or Austrian curtains. If there is a balcony door in the room, it is better that the curtain was asymmetric. If a modern style is chosen as the basis for the design, it is better to arrange the window with rollers or rolled products, and hang curtains on the grommets with a second layer. The colors for the bedroom are nice bright, muffled.

• Curtains-pleated, made in dynamic colors of the color palette are well suited for the kitchen. No less interesting here will look Roman curtains with large sections, as well as Austrian varieties of fine matter. Such options with just one festoon will look stylish, if the window sizes are small. Drawing of kitchen curtains can be vegetable, flower. Well, if it is made in the same color on a contrasting background.

• Choosing curtains for the living room should be especially careful.: this is the place where all households gather, so everyone should be comfortable. It is better to choose colors neutral, beige, light brown. Today they are one of the most popular. Models can be any: with rings, velcro, grommet, loops, lambrequin, asymmetric.

• For modern design in the spirit of minimalism or oriental styles fit Japanese panels. Their transparency can be different, the contrast of shades is important, because without it, these curtains lose expressiveness.

• For the nursery it is better to take simple curtains. There are no need for curtains on the remote, do not fit pleated and multi-tiered options with tassels. Simplicity is welcomed, products on rings or grommets in bright and cheerful colors. This is the best choice in this case.