How to hang curtains on windows in an ordinary apartment

Curtains are necessary not only for decoration, they are able to influence the general atmosphere of the room, and the interior as a whole.

Curtains set the interior a certain mood and radically change the appearance of the room

Do not rush to buy what first catches your eye in the store. Explore the types of curtains, check out the existing names:

• rolled;
• curtains (tulle), curtains;
• pelmet;
• Roman
• Austrian
• Japanese
• bamboo curtains (blinds).

Curtain selection

To choose curtains, you need to study their elements. Constructive solutions make it possible to choose the best option and fit it into the interior.

Roller blinds

In these products, decorativeness is combined with practicality. This is a dense and smooth canvas that can easily be rolled up. To create them, use a special fabric (nylon, cotton or polyester), which has useful qualities:

• absorbs and scatters the sun's rays;
• does not fade;
• does not fade;
• does not collect dust.

Their design consists in lifting the canvas with a special device and winding it onto a roller, which is attached above the window opening. For a more even lowering of the curtains, a weighting agent is attached at the bottom of the canvas.

Practical roller blinds are ideal for decorating windows on a balcony or loggia

Roller blinds in the apartment can be divided into two groups: open sample - without a box and a closed sample - with a box.

The mechanisms of roller blinds can be:

• string on a chain;
• holder with springs;
• electric drive.

Curtains of this type are divided into subspecies:

• transparent, go well with tulle and curtains;
• "Day-night", consist of strips of fabric, with regulation of the level of blackout;
• "Dimout", retain heat and do not allow sunlight to pass in full;
• "Blackout", do not let light through.

The main advantage is the ability to fix the canvas at any level, to adjust the illumination.

Drapes (tulle)

These are canvases made of dense fabric, located vertically and hiding the window opening. They can be combined with roller blinds, as well as with curtains and Roman curtains. Polyester is used for them, because it does not fade, erases easily, dries quickly, does not undergo shrinkage. The decor with curtains made of silk, linen, cotton or velvet for the bedroom and living room will be impressive.

The selection of paintings should be taken carefully, because the right color and style can decorate the room, and an unsuccessful combination can spoil the entire interior.

Draperies come in two categories:

• functional - freely move to control the level of lighting, protecting from sunlight and prying eyes from the outside;
• decorative - are fixed in a certain position, serve for an aesthetic look.

Curtains, like curtains, are arranged vertically. The difference is that half-transparent fabrics are used for curtains: chiffon, tulle, organza. They do not protect the room from sunlight in full, therefore they serve as a decorative part. The combination of curtains and drapes makes it possible to perform multi-layer window decor.

Light curtains combined with black curtains on the hi-tech bedroom window

In addition to such a combination, a lambrequin from a similar or matching fabric can often serve.

Lambrequins

The horizontal component of the curtains, used to completely or partially mask the cornice. In color terms, they can express contrast to the main curtains, or can be combined with them in tones. Often, lambrequins are decorated with fringe, braid, tassels or bugles.

In modern apartments, the lambrequin often acts as a decorative element. The photo shows light curtains with hard lambrequin, the color scheme of which is matched to the rest of the textiles

The shape distinguishes:

• bando (hard) - it happens with a flat edge or with a curly;
• swag - flowing semicircular folds of fabric.

The main parts of the soft lambrequin

Roman curtains

This is a direct fabric canvas attached to the top of the cornice. On the wrong side, rails are attached, which are lifted with a control cord, creating folds on the curtains. At the bottom of the canvas there is a plate for weighting. Roman curtains are quite comfortable due to the short, easily adjustable length, which makes it possible to control the lighting of the kitchen.

Roman curtains can be sewn from translucent or dense fabrics, with or without a pattern. Often used in combination with direct curtains and, if necessary, successfully replace the usual tulle

The plus is that such curtains consume a small amount of fabric. The size of the spreading curtains coincides with the size of the window.

Austrian curtains

This is a harmonious combination of French curtains with Roman. From the French they adopted - the splendor of the folds, and from the Roman - the lifting mechanism in the horizontal plane.

In a straightened form, it is a continuous straight web. When lifting the curtains from below, light folds or volume arcs (festoons) are obtained. They appear only when lifting and pulling the curtains with heavy cords, on which elegant brushes are located. This is their difference from French curtains, in which folds are located along the entire length of the canvas, even unassembled.

Austrian curtains fit perfectly into any classic or rustic interior

For Austrian curtains in the apartment, light translucent fabrics of light shades are more in demand. Austrian curtains made of fabrics with a shiny surface look chic - cambric, artificial silk, veil, polyester, taffeta, organza.

Japanese curtains

Recently, they have become more popular due to minimalism. Outwardly, they are similar to screens. Japanese curtains (panels) are a rigid frame with fixed fabric canvases. Usually this is an ensemble of several panels with a width of 40-80 cm.

Japanese curtains blend seamlessly with minimalist interiors

They move along the guides fixed at the top and bottom of the window. The aluminum profile of the cornice has from 2 to 5 rows designed to move the curtains, which allows you to place the curtains in any order with the manual method of movement.

Bamboo curtains (blinds)

They make such curtains from thin bamboo planks, which are intertwined in different order with threads. This makes it possible to perform a diverse pattern on the canvas. Bamboo has many natural shades: from beige to chocolate, from golden to brown with red or green tints. This allows you to get chic color combinations and various design options. In addition, technology makes it possible to paint bamboo blinds in other colors.

Bamboo curtains are best suited for windows in kitchens and dining rooms, in perfect harmony with wicker furniture

Color scheme

It affects the general condition of the interior of the room, creates a certain mood.

1. Blue-green tones. They give the interior freshness and are well combined with various trends.
   

   Bright curtains with a graphic pattern in blue-green tones

2. Turquoise. They belong to blue-green shades, are associated with innocence, resemble the color of the sea wave.From the curtains with turquoise shades comes peace, which helps people suffering from emotional disorders. These shades make it possible to concentrate. They can be used in classrooms, in children's rooms and in the kitchen. It is necessary to take into account the ability of these shades to visually reduce the space, so their use in large rooms will be appropriate.
   

   With turquoise curtains, the interior becomes light and unobtrusive

3. Yellow green. Perfectly approach the bedroom, acting soothingly.
   

   The yellow color on the curtains will add brightness and warmth to the interior

4. White and light beige. They are in great demand, visually increasing the space in small rooms. The interior in beige tones looks pretty cozy, sets up for a positive, good mood and calm. Sand, natural colors, light brown tones are perfect for both a bedroom with a nursery and a kitchen with a living room.
   

   Light beige curtains visually overload the interior, making them great for small rooms

5. Dark shades. They will look better in large, well-lit rooms.
   

   Dark blue curtains are associated with the deep sea

6. Lilac. They will bring comfort to both small and spacious rooms, thanks to the ability to create a natural setting. They will help to distract from problematic thoughts, relax after an active day, relieve stress. However, in large quantities, using these shades is not worth it. Looks good combination with pink, white, black, gray, yellow tones.
   

   Lilac tones can be both warm and cold.

7. Blue. They include about 100 shades and bear in themselves associations with nature: sky, air, water. These shades will help to focus, relieve stress, relax.
   

   Light blue curtains will make the bedroom interior airy and romantic

Types of fastening curtains

Most curtains are attached to the ledges. However, the options for mounting are very different.

1. On the ties. They come from any fabrics, they are attached to the cornice by tying ribbons or cords on a knot or bow. It suits light curtains. Such curtains are found in the bedroom, in the girl’s room or in the kitchen.
   

   Drawstring curtains look cute, elegant and comfortable.

2. On the hinges. At the top of the canvas have loops for mounting on a cornice and quite simply hung. The number of loops should be optimal for holding curtains. Their width ranges from 5 to 20 cm. Loops can be made from the same fabric, or from a combination. Curtains with such a mount are completely universal. Due to the finished look of the upper part, they do not imply the presence of a lambrequin.
   

   Hinged curtains will be very welcome in a rustic interior

3. On the grommets. Special rings of metal or plastic of different sizes and colors inserted into the holes in the upper part of the canvas. Eyelets are almost imperceptible, but thanks to them uniform folds are formed. The rings are quite durable, so the curtains on the grommets do not wear out.
   

   Eyelets are considered one of the most practical ways of attaching curtains to a round cornice.

4. In the wings. At the top of the canvas there is a pocket tunnel for attaching to the ledge. This type of curtains is quiet. They are great for attic windows.
   

   Curtains on the drawstring are mounted only on a round cornice, which is passed through a pocket tunnel

5. On the braid. Very original and yet simple. The upper part is draped with braid, forming very frequent vertical folds that cannot be formed by other methods of attaching curtains. The braid has sewn cords along the entire length, and when pulled together they form folds. For such curtains you will need a lot of fabric - twice as much as the window opening.
   

   Braid mount completely hides the wall cornice

6. On the cornice rings.A fairly durable method of fastening is observed in most interiors with direct curtains, creating beautiful vertical folds. Curtains come in a variety of fabrics.
   

   Curtains on the rings look good on high windows in spacious rooms

Ideas for zoning space in a room using curtains on windows in an apartment

This technique has been used since ancient times. They began to use it in the east in the form of various canopies.

Zoning an apartment will not increase its area, but will help solve a number of issues:

• to separate the workplace;
• separate the dining area from the kitchen;
• make a dressing room in the bedroom;
• divide the nursery into zones for heterosexual children.

The cozy interior of the children's room, created using curtains

Zoning an apartment with the help of curtains is much more profitable than in other ways:

• minimum cost;
• ease of installation;
• does not take up excess area;
• simple dismantling if necessary;
• the opportunity to do quickly and do it yourself.

Curtains in a one-room apartment will also help to divide the room into parts, which will give a special home comfort, while not taking a separate area. Most often, curtains separate the sleeping area, where peace is needed.

With the help of curtains, you can easily and quickly separate a berth in a studio apartment

Windows are not only the "eyes" of the house, it is a connection with the outside world. Some people prefer that the room be flooded with bright sunlight, while others like twilight. The solution to this question is to choose the right curtains, so every housewife should treat him responsibly in order to please herself, family members and guests with peace and comfort.

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Photo curtains in the interior of the apartment