You can decorate any room and place all the accents in the interior decor with the right approach to the design of window curtains. Solving the “window issue” is quite difficult, since it is necessary to choose the right type, color and texture of curtains, as well as choose the right type of cornice and method of attaching the curtains. In this article we will try to understand all the details of window drapery and answer the question of how to properly hang curtains so that they are easy to use and look original and beautiful.
What should you pay attention to before purchasing curtain mounts?
Curtain fasteners are a very important component in the design.
It can completely change the impression of the canvas. Therefore, you should carefully consider your choice. The first thing you should pay attention to is the overall style. Do not forget about the type of frame and the density of the material. For example, if you decide to attach curtains to the ceiling, ribbons or hooks are best.
In the vast majority of cases, they are attached to a ceiling or wall frame.
Some types of reinforcement allow the material to remain flat, while others allow it to fall in waves. In some rooms, strict design is more important, in others certain freedoms are allowed.
An incorrectly selected frame can negate the entire attractiveness of the curtains and disrupt the stylistic unity of the interior.
You should think in advance about how you want the structure to look. Decide whether it will be heavier or lighter. Please note the following recommendations:
- select fastenings for curtains to the wall at the renovation stage;
- you need to respect the interior as a whole;
- if you have a frame installed, it must match the color scheme of the furniture or upholstery;
- for fastening you can use rings, braids, loops, clamps;
- for low ceilings, it is better to attach curtains to the ceiling, which will give the room a more spacious look;
- it is recommended to fasten heavy materials to more durable structures (for example, metal);
- It is recommended to decorate narrow windows with a semicircular frame.
The cornice fasteners are selected based on the design of the cornice itself, the density, texture and color of the fabric, as well as the characteristics of the curtain model.
Advantages and disadvantages
The biggest benefit of using curtains is that they block sunlight in the morning and during the day, and electric light at night. During the day, especially in the heat, curtains save us by creating the desired shade. At night, they help produce sufficient quantities of the sleep hormone melatonin. They create coziness and complete the interior decor of our home.
On a note! The disadvantage of this accessory is the large accumulation of dust. Therefore, they should not be hung in rooms where small children and people with allergies live.
It just so happened that curtain tape has become a convenient device used by housewives for fabrics of various textures. Sewn correctly, it helps to decorate the window in an original way and drape with soft waves. This is a simple and quick way to liven up a light tulle or a heavy curtain. The variety of types allows you to create an infinite number of combinations to implement the most daring decisions.
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What types of curtains are there?
The wide variety of curtains makes it difficult to choose how to install them. To make the right decision, you need to navigate their types:
- Sliding: straight, coffee, with lambrequins, photo curtains, muslin.
- Lift - Roman, Italian, French, roller shutters.
- Stationery - pleated curtains, stained glass.
- Door - for decorating openings.
- Thread is a natural woven fiber called muslin. Used in kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms.
The choice is great and this contributes to the correct interior design of a house or apartment.
Features of hanging tulle
The comfort and originality of the room’s interior depends on the ability to correctly design and place tulle. To make it look elegant and beautiful, you need to take into account all the nuances of handling tulle curtains.
After the curtain tape is attached to it, you need to tighten the cords (cords) tightly so that they do not pull out when tightening.
If necessary, they can be tied into knots, but be sure to check their tightness.
Note! In order for the curtain to stay tight and not slip, and also to present a complete composition, it is necessary to secure the clips and hooks. In this case, the number of loops on them should be the same.
Methods of attaching curtains with photos
- At the cornice. Classic positioning of fabrics. There is a large selection of similar products on the modern market. They vary in shape, assembly, material and color. The structure can be attached to both the wall and the ceiling.
- Fastening systems without cornice. If the design does not have cornices, the curtains are attached directly to the windows, ceiling or wall. Iron or clear PVC hooks, stiff rope, electrical tape and even a dry branch can serve as accessories. There are no restrictions, it all depends on the designer’s imagination.
The photo shows a bedroom with an unusual window opening, the eyelets of which are attached directly to the wall.
Selection and installation of cornice
As a rule, curtains are hung on decorative cornices of various shapes and thicknesses. The following types of structures are distinguished:
The rod is a classic model of a cornice. Attached to the wall with brackets. Made from wood, metal or plastic. Consists of two or three guides. The fabric is attached to rings that move easily without touching each other.
A string is a metal wire that is attached directly to the ceiling or wall. Ideal for airy and light curtains.
Baguette cornices are a decorative design that matches the style of the interior. It includes a string or rod for curtains. To hide the fastenings on which the curtains hang, a special strip is mounted. It can be unusually decorated, based on the style of the room. Made from plastic or wood.
Attaching curtains to a string cornice with photo
Let me remind you that in a wire frame the load-bearing element is metal or elastic PVC wire. However, it is preferable to use a metal cable, since the PVC can stretch over time, causing the curtain to sag.
Indeed, attaching curtains to string curtain rods is not much different from the options for attaching curtains to tubular curtain rods.
In laced frames, the curtain can be attached to the rings using hooks and hangers of all types, eyelets, loops and lace. All these methods of attaching curtains are described above.
Perhaps the most significant difference is that the diameter of the string is much smaller than the diameter of the support pipe. Therefore, consider this point when choosing the size of rings, hooks, loops and rings. Don't choose them too big. It is desirable that all elements be commensurate with the diameter of the rope.
The photo shows examples of attaching curtains to a string frame.
Various curtains and drapes
Curtains should be understood as fabric window curtains that are used in the interior for functional and decorative purposes. There are several main elements of such systems, which differ in purpose and materials used. It is advisable to know all these nuances in order to hang curtains correctly.
Lambrequin
This element is intended not only for additional finishing of curtains, but also for hiding cornices. The lambrequin mainly runs in the foreground of the curtain and is located across the entire width of the cornice. The following types of lambrequins exist:
- Rigid - the basis of this element is a rigid bandeau base;
- Soft;
- Combined - combines elements of hard and soft lambrequin.
If you decide to hang curtains and use one of the types of lambrequin, use the following tips:
- The high mounting of the lambrequin visually adds height to the room.
- If you need to expand the space, hang the lambrequin so that it extends across the width of the window.
- Use braid to secure the soft element.
- A rigid lambrequin must be installed on a perfectly flat surface. It is ideal to use ceiling cornice for this purpose.
- When attaching rigid elements, use Velcro.
- To prevent heavy lambrequins from loosening, use stickers rather than tape.
- The top lambrequin will look great on tubular cornices.
Curtain
This is a light, transparent and airy window decoration. Curtains can be made from the following thin fabrics:
- tulle;
- organza;
- veil.
Important!
The curtain acts not only as an integral element of the decorative drapery of the window, but also protects the room from direct sunlight.
In stores you will find a wide variety of curtains, differing in material and design. Here are just a few options:
- Lifting,
- Roman,
- French,
- Austrian,
- pleated,
- London,
- Rolled.
Important!
To make the curtains look impressive and beautiful, create a sufficient number of folds and position them correctly. To do this, you need to choose the right width of the curtains: it should be at least 2 times longer than the cornice.
Attaching curtains to curtain rods with guide profiles + photo
In these frames, fasteners are attached to the frame profiles for hanging the curtain. In most cases these are hooks and pendants.
To attach curtains to hooks, you can
- Sew loops or eyelets from the rope to the top of the curtain. The diameter of the rings and rings should be slightly larger than the thickness of the hanging hook so that the curtains are more securely attached to the hangers.
- Sew mounting tape that includes installation loops, and attach curtain rod hooks to these loops.
Unusual placement of curtains in the kitchen
In the kitchen or dining room, you can highlight the interior with the help of original curtains. We offer several examples.
They are hung on a thin tubular cornice in the standard way. Then the curtains are simply folded in half and the lower part is also secured with cornice clothespins. To achieve a volumetric effect, the lower part of double-sided curtains is fixed in a neat bun and hung in the center of the curtain.
Short blackout curtains for the kitchen window with an interesting color pattern Source mydizajn.ru
The muslin curtain remains popular for the kitchen. It is hung on the ceiling cornice using clothespins or miniature hooks. The curtain fibers are easily straightened and collected into several bundles using decorative elastic bands.
A long tulle for the kitchen can be hung on a flexible aluminum ceiling cornice. It is installed in the form of an arc. This approach will be effective if the window has a non-standard shape.
Types of fastening without cornice
There are special options that do not require installation of a frame:
- novel;
- roll;
- attachment point;
- with fabric fastener.
Roman curtains
Roman blinds are usually mounted on a special frame, which consists of an aluminum profile, a lifting mechanism and a control unit.
If for one reason or another you can’t buy a special frame, don’t worry. The shutter can be fastened with Velcro, which is sold at sewing supply and headphone stores. One part of the Velcro is glued to the regular frame, the other to the curtain.
But it is more practical to use a special frame.
Curtains are the ideal assistant for creating coziness and comfort in your home!
Roller blinds
A roller blind is a fabric wound around a rod.
Methods for attaching curtains:
- open type (outside the opening);
- closed type (inside the opening).
Roller shutters with a closed type of fastening are best installed on large windows and doors. If the opening is not large or there are no window sills, then curtains are installed above the opening.
Fastening roller blinds depends on their system:
- the use of metal or plastic brackets in the opening;
- free hanging;
- on spring brackets without fastening to frames;
- on double-sided tape;
- self-tapping screws for the frame.
Roller blinds are very easy to install. Anyone can do this!
Before securing it with tape, it is heated with a hairdryer, then the protective film is removed and glued to the surface. Further installation is carried out according to the usual scheme.
The classic version of assembling roller blinds:
- installation of brackets with dowels;
- installation of curtains in brackets on the control side;
- installation of chains with which curtains are checked;
- mounting bracket cover.
Curtains are attached to the opening sash using hanging brackets that are installed on top of the sash.
Point mount
The name itself reveals the essence of fashion. The curtain is attached above the window in several places. These can be hooks on which rings or eyelets are put on.
Therefore, when decorating a window with a curtain, you can create an unusual and original design - add romance.
The disadvantage of such a console is that it is static. The tent cannot be moved. A solution may be to use a tie or magnetic clip to hold the fabric in position so that part of the window remains slightly open.
Textile clasp
Usually fastened with Velcro. When there is no opportunity or desire to install a frame, this option can be a good solution.
Not long ago, self-adhesive Velcro was used as a fastener for fabric curtains.
The most important thing is that the curtain can be hung with Velcro both inside the frame (for example, coffee curtains) and on the wall. Great! And it's easy to shoot.
As you can see, there are many different ways to hang curtains. Among them there are both very original ones and those that add special elegance, comfort or romance to the interior. Choose yours!
The main thing to remember is that the method of placing curtains should correspond to the interior of the room.
We attach blinds to plastic windows
There are several ways to connect curtains:
- outside the window;
- inside the opening;
- on the doors.
Depending on the method, the required length of the curtains is selected.
In the first option, 10 cm of width and height must be added to the size of the opening. Be sure to check if the window can be opened with the shutters up.
The photo shows how to attach curtains to the ceiling
In the second option, you need minus 4 cm from the size of the opening in width and 2 cm from the height.
In the third option: the width of the glass plus three centimeters. In this case, the curtains should not interfere with the rotation of the window handle.
The shutters are attached with dowels and screws. They can be attached to the ceiling.
First, drill into the wall and insert a dowel. Then screw the holder with self-tapping screws. Using a spirit level on the opposite side, install the stand in the same way.
To install curtains wider than half a meter from the ceiling, you need to use three mounting brackets.
Loops and ties
These types of fastenings are usually made of textiles. A loop is a strip of fabric not exceeding 20 cm, the ends of which are sewn directly onto the top edge of the curtain.
The loop thus formed is strung onto the cornice. If both edges of the loop are stitched, then in order to hang the curtain you can remove the cornice. There is an option when one end of the loop is sewn to the curtain, and the other is secured with a button, snap or Velcro, which makes hanging the curtain easier.
With this method, moving the curtain along the cornice is somewhat difficult, because the fabric of the loops does not slide as much as, for example, metal rings. But with some skill, any housewife will quickly learn how to move the curtain easily and simply, forming beautiful, even folds on the fabric.
Ties are a method of fastening that resembles loops. Externally they look like a bow or a knot.
- Curtains can contrast in color with the main background, serving as a decorative detail, but are often made of the same textile as the curtain itself and are simply sewn to the main fabric.
- There is also an option when a strip of fabric (tie) is made separately and simply inserted into the hole at the top of the curtain.
Hanging curtains with ties requires a lot of time and patience; the fabric is not easy to evenly distribute along the cornice, but this option looks elegant, adding a feeling of joy and celebration.
Options for places to attach curtains
- Ceiling. One of the most common mounting positions. Ideal for rooms with low ceilings.
- Wall. A classic place to hang curtains. Almost any fastener can be installed on it. This format is mainly used for heavy canvases and fabrics.
- Hammer. Most often, roller, Roman and bamboo models are installed, as well as fabric and metal curtains.
- Frame. As in the previous version, it provides for the placement of miniature curtains that are convenient to fold.
The photo shows hourglass curtains attached to the window sash.
Decorations for decorations: decorating curtains
Despite the fact that curtains are a decorative element and are intended (mainly) to decorate a living space, in some cases it turns out to be possible to carry out original finishing of the curtains themselves. Since hanging curtains beautifully means not only leaving them at rest, many designers try to add a little zest here too, focusing attention in the right place. Typically, “native” elements are used for this, such as festoons, lambrequins, flounces, bandeaus or tassels.
In order to decide how to hang curtains, you need to select suitable fasteners.
At the same time, no one forbids bringing into the design something completely far from the world of fabrics, for example, various soft toys, women's jewelry (brooches, hairpins, pendants), wrist bracelets and even large buttons. In addition, today a huge number of decorative elements are produced specifically for curtains: luxurious laces, unusual tiebacks, butterflies, bows and cornices.
Window design options
- The use of lace in an arched window opening looks unusual. It looks elegant and tasteful, non-trivial.
- If you use light translucent curtains in a room on the north side, where the sun does not shine brightly, the material will diffuse the available light and visually distribute it. This will give the interior an atmosphere of mystery and lightness.
If you need to decorate a tall or standard window, it is customary to use floor-length curtains.
- In a children's room, curtains and tulle with drawstrings will be very useful, as they provide great convenience. Hooks tend to break, pop out and become deformed, but here everything will remain intact for a long time.
- Stylistically, the drawstring is suitable for kitchen curtains, especially it has country notes. With the right choice of color and material, it can be very vibrant, elegant and fresh.
When decorating small windows and windows of non-standard shape, curtains up to the window sill are often used.
In any case, this option may only fail when trying to recreate strict English classics. After all, cut and drapery are about lightness, comfort and coziness, and not impeccably clear lines.
The role of curtains in the interior of an apartment
Drapes, curtains, curtains - the expanded family of window drapery has practically lost its original purpose, leaving behind, perhaps, protection from the sun. If earlier (a very long time ago) curtain curtains were used to isolate oneself from the outside world, protect the home from the piercing wind and keep warm during the cold season, then by now this element of the interior actually performs one single function - decorative.
Curtains are an element that completes the process of decorating a room, giving it additional comfort and simplicity.
In this vein, the fabric on the windows is gaining more and more weight, as it allows you to “play” with light, volume and mood. Everything matters! How to hang curtains, what to hang curtains on, what materials they are made of and how they are decorated ultimately determine the degree of comfort and coziness in the home.
Curtains can be such a familiar part of the interior that over time you simply stop noticing them.
In addition, they greatly facilitate the task of creating the desired atmosphere in a room, for example, in a restaurant or office.
How to hang tulle correctly
Tulle is used both in combination with curtains and independently. Visually enlarges the window, making the room more spacious. It is good to use in a recreation area.
How to hang tulle without making a mistake in size? The width should be 2-3 times the width of the window. If there is a ribbon (braid) above it, then you need to pull 2 threads hanging along the edges of the braid, gathering the tulle to the desired width. When assembled, it is allowed to exceed the width of the window by no more than 30 cm. The hooks are inserted at the same distance from each other into the pockets along the bar.
When fastening loops or eyelets, the folds are distributed manually at an equal distance from each other. The hooks are inserted into grommets or grommets. If the tulle is hanging together with the curtain, you will need to use a double curtain rod so that you can open and close them separately.
How to choose the right tape
First they decide how much braid will be needed for the final goal. Beautiful and even shuttlecocks require precise calculation. Then the assembly coefficient is determined and the tape is sewn to the fabric.
Calculation
The guideline for this process will be the width of the canvas. It is measured for future use. Curtains placed over the edges of the window look harmonious and elegant. The main calculation parameter will be the length of the cornice.
For example, the width of the window opening (in cm) is 130. The cornice is 20 longer on each side. The total length will be 170. This distance will be the basis for selecting the length of the mounting tape. Then the coefficient is determined.
Build factor
The coefficient is a necessary indicator for calculating and displaying the result of your work. The most common and frequently used is 1k2m. Others are also in demand - 1 to 1.5 for example. The higher the coefficient, the more magnificent the shuttlecocks will be.
To obtain one meter of the finished product, two or one and a half meters of starting material are used. Then everything is simple: the length is multiplied by the assembly factor. And they get the desired result. Leave 4 cm on each side for edge processing.
Attention! Observe the coefficient for curly braid (puffs and bow fold). Excessive tightening or, conversely, stretching will disrupt the pattern and ruin the overall appearance.
Stitching
The stitching process begins with preparing the workplace - threading the thread into the sewing machine; regulate tension; check the line; lay out the necessary items and get to work:
- The upper part of the material is folded inward a few cm and two longitudinal lines are made.
- Ironing.
- Lay out the tape at a distance of at least 1 cm from the top, and 5 cm from the side lines. The extreme sides are folded inward by 2.
- Sew to the curtain - make longitudinal stitches at the top and bottom.
- Tuck and stitch the ends on the sides.
- Iron the curtain.
Features of thread curtains
To give the room an exotic and original look, you can hang curtains on the window or door. They do not need additional finishing; they can be used to separate part of the room. You can install in several ways:
- simply by hanging it on a crossbar where it can move easily;
- we sew the braid to the top, collecting the threads into a thicker muslin, securing it to the cornice with rings and hooks;
- sew the braid with fan-shaped hooks, which will create the effect of straight folds;
- secure the threads with adhesive tape.
Strands can be woven into braids, separated with hooks consisting of two parts, etc.
Proper installation with appropriate fastening and design of curtains will be an excellent way to decorate your home, make it more cozy, attractive and comfortable for human life.
Main types and varieties
“Diversity pleases!” - they said in ancient Rome. However, today it is so great that it can confuse the average inexperienced person.
Curtains look harmonious and attractive with the correct selection of fabric and shape.
In order not to get lost in all this splendor, you need to have at least a basic understanding of their varieties and classification:
- Curtains. Perhaps the most common type in modern homes. Made from transparent or translucent fabric, they serve rather a decorative function, although they scatter sunlight quite well.
- Curtains. They provide good shading: heavy, dense material, stretching from ceiling to floor - massive throughout.
- Combi. All possible combinations of the two previous types. With an understanding of how to hang curtains beautifully, you can achieve a reasonable compromise between functionality and aesthetics.
- “Finnish” or roll. They differ in the way they open - from bottom to top. Made from solid fabric, compact.
- "Roman". They are similar to roller blinds. The main difference is that they are not rolled up, but folded like an accordion.
- "French". Fundamentally similar to “Finnish” ones, they stand out for their volume, richness and abundance of folds.
- "Austrian". They are distinguished by their special pomp, turning into a claim to luxury. Otherwise they resemble the previous type.
- "Italian". Voluminous, with an abundance of folds and a high rise. Their feature is that they are completely stationary (they do not move apart).
- "Japanese". Vertical, quite dense, but not very wide and, as a rule, with a characteristic pattern. The operating principle is sliding.
In addition, there is the so-called “designer” type: thread, “cafe” or photo-printed curtains, designed to enhance or give a special atmosphere to the room.
Photo of how to hang curtains
How to avoid mistakes
You should avoid mistakes when hanging curtains at the stage of repair work. To do this, even before choosing a cornice, you should decide what kind of canvas will be placed on the window. This will greatly help you avoid confusion in the future.
Before you go to the store, you should carefully study all the nuances and think over the general concept of the design of the window opening. It is worth remembering that fabrics play a big role. They can visually make a room larger or smaller.
Consult a designer before choosing curtains.
If you are not confident in your own ideas, then you can consult with professionals. For example, by asking questions about cornices and curtains in the stores where they will be purchased. Sellers will be able to give advice on how best to combine them with each other both in terms of external characteristics and practical value.
With the right and careful approach, hanging curtains with your own hands is possible and even interesting.
