Choosing magnets for curtains

Curtains are an integral attribute of any interior. These details are able to transform the situation, as well as to emphasize its style. Today a lot of various accessories for curtains are on sale. One of them are special magnets, presented in a huge range. It is easy to choose them, the main thing is to stay on the one you like, which will be in harmony with the rest of the objects in the interior.

Magnets for curtains are special clips that are equipped with two magnetic plates. They are interconnected with the help of special jumpers that are made from different fabrics or ropes.Today, on store shelves you can meet the curtain magnets, having a variety of shapes and sizes. It can be not only geometric shapes, but also details in the form of animals, flowers and insects.

Magnetic holders for curtains are wildly popular, since they have a number of important advantages:

• with their help, you can realize many creative ideas (using conventional tape similar design solutions may not work);
• such parts are not very expensive;
• with such details it will be possible to fix the pickup in any place - it can be a section on the side or in the middle at any height from the floor;
• you can make sticks with magnets with your own hands;
• thanks to the magnets, the curtains will keep the chosen shape;

• magnetic holders do not need additional fasteners, since they seamlessly connect to each other through curtain textiles;
• high-quality magnets do not cause any damage to curtains, which distinguishes them from ordinary pins or classic hairpins;
• Today, stores sell practical options for magnetic holders that can perform several functions at once, for example, they can not only hold curtains, but also perform the function of an air fragrance;
• similar elements are made from a variety of materials, so they can be chosen for any curtains and interior style.

In stores you can meet beautiful curtain magnets, which differ from each other not only in design and cost, but also in the material of their production. For example, today noble and rich variants imitating natural stones enjoy enviable popularity. This can be a spectacular model in the form of emerald, ruby ​​or marble. Such instances are striking and attract increased attention. They are distinguished by a unique shine and brilliance enriching the existing interior. Magnets "under the stone" is better to hang on the curtains made of a more dense fabric.

The most widely recognized are woven products.

They can be:

• very beautiful textile compositions;
• charming colorful flowers;
• neat ribbons;
• small woven pads;
• elegant curls.

These types of magnets are best suited to curtain compositions, made in the classical or oriental style. Competently selected magnets can complement the new curtains or breathe life into the old. Variants of purified plastic are ideal for interiors made in modern stylistic directions. These parts can have almost any color, shape and size. They can be hung both on very thin and medium density curtains.

No less popular now are high-quality and environmentally friendly holders made of wood. They are ideal for decorating curtains in classic interiors or eco-style ensembles. In tandem with these products organically looks furniture made of solid wood. However, such magnets do not always look attractive in interiors, in which there are many brown or beige colors - in such an environment, wooden accessories can simply get lost and become completely homely. Weighted magnets can be attached to curtains of high density.

There are also plastic copies, they are:

• simple and concise;
• twisted;
• complex, complemented by gold and silver plating.

Additionally, curtain magnets can be supported by such decorative details:

• beads;
• satin ribbons;
• details made using macrame technique;
• multi-colored sequins;
• rhinestones.

Magnetic curtain holders can be installed in any room. However, it is important to remember some of the nuances associated with their placement in different conditions. So, when decorating curtains with magnets in a bedroom, you should prefer the options of discreet and soothing shades. Against the background of heavy and massive curtains, holders of large sizes will look best. The design of these components should echo the style of accents that are present in the interior of the bedroom.

For the living room and the hall, you can safely pick up bright and saturated magnetic holders, attracting a lot of attention.Of course, they should be in style to the surrounding interior. For example, stylish metal copies will look great in combination with curtains that have a beautiful shiny surface. These products will be a spectacular addition to the ensemble in the style of "high-tech". Large accessories imitating gold and silver, decorated with "precious" stones, are suitable for such styles as "baroque" or "empire".

Pickups for curtains with magnetic elements it is possible to make yourself. To cope with this task, it is not necessary to be a talented needlewoman - everything is done quickly and simply enough. To carry out the work, you will need magnets that are suitable in size and power level, fabric and various decorative elements that will give the clips a more “lively” and bright appearance.

The form of the holders will depend only on the fantasy of the master who makes them.

The simplest options can be made, having in stock such components:

• 4 identical magnets (2 pieces for each part);
• PVA glue;
• the cloth;
• jewelry (beads or rhinestones).

Fabric on magnetic clips should be ideally suited in color and texture not only to the curtains, but also to the surrounding interior as a whole. Thus, the situation will be more harmonious. Additional decorative elements (paper and woven details - butterflies, bows, flowers) are best glued to the clips on double-sided tape. This mounting option will be quite strong and reliable.

Using correctly chosen magnets, it will be possible to regularly change the design of the curtains by moving accessories from one place to another. For magnetic products to last as long as possible, they should be hung away from batteries and heating devices.In addition, it is better to protect them from all sorts of mechanical damage, especially if they are made of plastic or fabric.

If none of the models sold in the store are to your taste, but there is no desire to make them yourself, you can order an individual model. Most likely, such a detail will cost more, but with it it will be possible to create a truly unique and exclusive design of curtains. When self-manufacturing such holders, it is permissible to sheathe magnets with almost any fabric. It is only important to take into account the style and palette of the interior.

Holders with magnets are able to transform the curtains, and turn boring canvases into bright and vivid compositions. For example, charming pink monophonic curtains of lightweight fabric, installed over snow-white tulle and complemented with fabrics with small floral print on top, can be decorated with magnets decorated with beads and delicate woven flower buds.

In search of concise solutions, you can turn to simple metal parts, devoid of curls and other decorative elements. They will look organically against the background of thick blue curtains in a room with cream or beige walls.For elegant velvety curtains of high density, shiny metal holders perfectly decorated with contrasting intricate patterns are perfect. Such a tandem will look good in an oriental-style interior, especially if the curtains have decor in the form of falling tassels.

With thick beige curtains in a bright room magnets that imitate natural amber-colored stone look beautiful. As pickups for such details thin ropes of cream color will be suitable.

How to make magnets for curtains, see the following video.