Blackout Curtain Fabrics Review

Anyone who has ever worked on repairs in a bedroom or a nursery has been confronted with the question of providing darkness, and in the second case it is necessary to struggle not only with an oversupply of night lighting. Of course, the main decision in this case will be the selection of high-quality curtains. The modern market does not stand still and regularly offers the latest products for home improvement, including the creation of a cozy, comfortable degree of lighting. The best models at the moment are made of fabric with the unusual name Blackout. What is it and how this material is loved by consumers from around the world?

This material appeared in Finland - a country that is rightly proud of its white nights. However, a beautiful natural phenomenon greatly interferes with healthy sleep, so the appearance of a web capable of blocking up to 100% of the incoming light turned out to be more appropriate than ever.Numerous experiments have shown that it copes even with bright light, and dark color material shows the best results. They called the novelty Blackout, which can be translated from English as “blackout”.

As a rule, to create this fabric using polyester, which can not fail to appeal to adherents of natural materials. But at the same time, it gives Blackout many advantages, because it:

• does not fade in the sun;
• tolerates moisture and cold;
• it is almost not rumpled, if necessary it is easily ironed
• interferes with hit not only light, but also cold air, and also possesses sound-proof properties;
• easily draped and keeps its shape perfectly;
• it is steady against pollution, maintains set of washings, does not fade and is not deformed;
• well keeps color and drawing;
• does not extend burning and does not emit toxic substances.

The base itself can be obtained in two ways. The first method consists in a special method of interlacing the fibers, however, since a black thread is used for the middle layer, this fabric will have a gray tint, which is especially visible on a light background. In the second case, they combine three thin layers produced separately: the inner lining facing the window and performing the role of the screen (sometimes called spraying), the middle light filter and the outer decorative one. There is also a fabric consisting of only two interlayers, but it should be borne in mind that the degree of light protection is lower.

It is very easy to determine the Blackout by the cut of the web - the quality black fabric will have a good black middle layer. Also, when buying it is worth checking the availability of certificates and conduct a simple test: try to attach the cut to the lamp or window. Quality goods do not let the light through. There is a fabric and a few drawbacks. First, it is synthetic, and lovers of everything natural and natural will not like it at all. Secondly, the material is quite expensive, and not everyone can afford such a pleasure. And thirdly, Blackout is not suitable for every room and not for every style of interior.

There are at least six types of blackout.

• Original - the most common form with a wide color palette. Suitable for drawing, looks good in any design.
• "Flax", he is gunny, different texture surface, this result is obtained with additional braiding threads of the front layer. Like any other type of this curtain fabric, unpretentious, and well replace natural counterparts. Due to the density does not collect dust, does not get dirty. It keeps its shape well, which cannot be said about natural prototypes.
• "Glitter" It turns out at a satin interlacing of threads. Outwardly, nothing is different from the atlas, while it has all the advantages described above.
• "Straight" thanks to a special impregnation, it manifests itself well in the manufacture of banners and banners, the design of gazebos and canopies.
• Incombustiblewhich, in turn, is of two types: treated with a specialized composition or with a non-combustible thread interwoven.
• Jacquard easily recognizable by woven pattern on the surface. Sometimes it is mistaken for a chenille, however, unlike the latter, it is better draped, because its main use is sewing curtains.

Thanks to its versatility and unpretentiousness, Blackout is very confidently conquering the market. As a rule, it is used for interior design, for example, in public institutions, such as clubs, restaurants, bars, cinemas, it is used for sewing curtains and other theatrical decorations for draping walls. This fabric has proved itself in the works: it is easy to sew and is well suited for patchwork, scrapbooking, sewing bags. Sometimes it is used for furniture upholstery, where it shows itself well due to its density and resistance to abrasion.

And, of course, the main use of the canvas - sewing curtains. Depending on the interior design, the configuration of the window openings, the wishes of the customer, they can be made perfectly in any style, style and design. For example, for large arched, mansard and windows with a complex architecture, a plisse model is suitable, and for the decoration of a panoramic wall it is better to choose the classic option, in order not only to prevent the penetration of light, but also to protect yourself from drafts.

Good Blackout manifests itself in complex forms with lambrequins - The material is pliable and plastic enough to denote beautiful draperies. You can also look at the Japanese or Roman blinds, which can easily fit almost everywhere. One can not forget about the growing popularity of roll-curtains, or their varieties of "day-night" - often this design is appropriate in children's rooms. The smooth outer surface of the material is very well suited for photo printing, the pattern is bright, distinct and very durable. The vast majority of the photo curtains on the market are made of just this fabric.

This is a very unpretentious and easy to handle fabric. It is easy to wash in the car and tolerates the spin in a centrifuge at low speeds, while it is enough to hang it in a place where it dries and straightens under its own weight. If the fabric is still wrinkled, and it can be seen, it is enough to iron the canvas with a warm iron.

The more people get acquainted with Blackout, the more positive comments about its use appear.Many say it is indispensable when designing children's rooms, when you need to provide a comfortable atmosphere for a full day's sleep. Saves this material and in cases when street lighting interferes. Many try different types of curtains with its use. It is often used to create screens when using projectors, for sewing woven decorations, interior decorations, and even tablecloths. As for the negative opinions, then, as a rule, they are associated with the unnatural composition and the high price of high-quality matter, and, of course, with the personal preferences of consumers.

How to choose fabrics for curtains Blackout, see the following video.