Methods of fastening Roman curtains, design and mechanism

The use of Roman curtains allows you to decorate the window in a modern way, eliminating the time-consuming care of traditional curtains and curtains. This type of decoration is suitable for almost any style - from classic to the most modern hi-tech and minimalism, and it looks especially good in styles of eastern styles.

"Roman" curtain - it's grace and practicality, a convenient method of attachment and mechanism, ease of care and a modern appearance. In addition, any pattern can be applied to the curtains, including on request, which allows you to turn them into real works of art. Since its introduction at the beginning of the 20th century, the curtains, called “Roman”, immediately became popular, and over the years have not lost their relevance.

Mounting methods

One of the classifications is based on the method of attachment.

• Mini eaves. The blind is attached directly to the window frame. This mount saves space, and is especially often used in small apartments, as well as in apartments decorated in the style of minimalism. With this type of attachment, the window sill does not close the curtain, but remains free, and can be used as a desk, bench, shelf for books, flowers or in any other way.

• Classic mounting option. Large curtains are fixed on such a ledge (standard size 1.5 x 1.8 meters). Mounted on the wall above the window. The lowered curtain adjoins the wall and takes up less space in the room than the traditional curtain.

• Complicated. For skylights or arched windows designed a special design with a sloping or curved cornice. For this type of windows, using Roman blinds is an excellent decoration solution.

Types of mechanisms

Another classification is based on differences in the operation of the mechanism that allows the product to be lowered and raised. In accordance with this, cornices are divided into:

1. version with manual lift mechanism,
2. option with electric lift mechanism.

Usually so fasten curtains with cord uplift.

In the photo on the left is an open control system, in the photo on the right is a closed one.

When you make a Roman curtain window, you need to be aware of how comfortable it will be to use it. And for the evaluation of this convenience, a classification based on the particular details of the lifting device is suitable. In accordance with it, the mechanisms are divided into the following types:

• Rope, he is the cord lifting mechanism. This is the most practical and economical look. Applied in cases where the fabric from which the curtain is made, not too heavy. Very dense and heavy materials can disable the mechanism.
• The chain-rotary mechanism is based on rotating blocks and dense cord, the design is driven by the movement of the chain. This allows you to stop the mechanism in any position, respectively, the curtain can be fixed at any height, which is very convenient.
• Automatic control system - the most convenient, but at the same time the least budgetary view. By pressing a button on the remote, you can open or close the curtain without getting up from the spot.

Design

Roman curtains have many advantages over ordinary ones, but only if you have correctly selected the mechanism in accordance with your needs. And for the right choice, it is necessary to have a good idea of ​​how this mechanism works, and what parts it consists of.

Any cornice, regardless of the type of lifting mechanism, contains:

• profile (usually metal)
• Plumb for canvas
• lifting mechanism
• pulling mechanism
• additional elements (hooks, chains, velcro - depending on what is used for pulling and lifting mechanisms).

Various versions of the Roman curtains can be additionally equipped with the following systems:

• An open elevator with a chained mechanism that ensures the winding of the curtain fabric on the shaft, fixing takes place with the help of hooks on the sides and plastic hooks, which are included in the package.
• Spring mechanism for lifting the canvas with open or closed guides used for oblique windows, for example, in the attic.

In the photo on the left, the design of the chain-cord lifting mechanism, in the photo on the right - the design of the chain-tape mechanism.

Recommendations for selection

Due to the fact that the design of the Roman blinds is seriously different from the usual version, it is necessary to take into account these differences when choosing fabrics for curtain fabric, its width and height.

• Curtains with a width of more than two and a half meters are not recommended, as the mechanism of such length will not withstand constant loads and will quickly break.
• Too long a cloth will have a lot of weight even if sufficiently light fabrics are used, therefore in a two-light halls of your own houses you should not use one ledge for two window openings - the length of the curtain can not be more than 4.5 m!
• Very dense and heavy fabrics need to be used only in the event that the eaves have the necessary durability and reliability.

When making a window with a Roman curtain, the main task is to choose the right cornice, and it should be selected depending on the canvas to be used. Its strength must be such that it can withstand the weight of the mechanism for lifting and blade, and still have some strength margin. To increase strength, you can use an additional attachment point installed on the middle of its length. This will evenly distribute the load and reduce sagging.

Benefits

Consider the main differences of the Roman curtains from the usual curtains, in order to understand why they got such popularity.

• Fastening curtains can be almost anywhere, even very narrow. They are suitable for the decoration of all types of windows - non-standard openings of any geometry, convenient for windows in bay windows, and there is simply no alternative for skylights.
• Roman curtains in the interior will not only help to create a unique atmosphere, they are also able to provide a complete blackout in the event that you decide to set up a home theater indoors, reliably protect the bedroom from the morning sunlight, and do not interfere with daylight access if you lift them completely.
• The canvas can be made of any type of fabric: organza, cotton, silk, wool, velvet, tapestry, velor. Synthetic fabrics and even film products are also used.

Where roman blinds are mounted?

The standard task is to protect the room from ultraviolet and personal life from ill-wishers. But if we are talking about Roman blinds, you can realize it by hanging them:

• On the window sash. In this case, when opening the window, the entire window opening, which this sash closed, opens.
• On the window frame. This means that open the sash will not work if you do not fold the Roman blinds.
• On the wall. In this case, the presence of a cornice is assumed. The whole opening is closed, including the slopes and window sill.
• To the ceiling. Roman curtains are transformed into a decorative element attached to the ceiling, and which can be lowered to the floor.

Each type of attachment has a number of features. There is nothing difficult, but basic knowledge and building skills will be required.

Instructions for proper installation

Whichever method is chosen, the main thing is to correctly and precisely mark fixing points so that the Roman curtains hang vertically, perpendicular to the ceiling and floor. There is no unequivocal answer to the question of how Roman curtains are fastened. The technology depends on the chosen method.

On the photo the scheme of fastening the product to the ceiling or wall.

How to mount on screws?

The technology involves screwing the construction with screws directly to the ceiling or wall. Blinds are mounted in accordance with the step-by-step instructions:

1. The guide is applied to the surface, and marks are placed at the mounting points of the fastener.
2. Drilled holes on the markup. However, their diameter should not be larger than the diameter of the thread of the screw.
3. Screws are screwed into the landing nests. In this case, it is necessary that someone kept the curtain along the markup.

Installation instructions are also included. After completing the procedure you need to check the lifting mechanism.

How to hang on mounting brackets?

In this case, the algorithm of actions looks like this:

1. The level is determined by the horizontal, on which space for drilling is measured using a tape measure. To preserve the correctness of geometric shapes, a strip is drawn parallel to the sill. Points under the holes are marked with a pencil, pen or marker.
2. Drill with a drill bore holes for screws. The peculiarity of concrete structures is the use of a perforator and a drill with a pointed tip. It is important not to get into the valve. Bricks, wood and other less durable materials are drilled with a common tool.
3. Screws are screwed into the plastic dowels inserted into the holes, which are bundled with Roman curtains, which are fastened with special brackets.

If there is no desire or opportunity to hammer a wall, make holes in it, you can refuse this technology and use other methods.

Fastening options without drilling

On sale there are special brackets that allow you to fasten Roman blinds directly to the window sash. And some models of Roman curtains have special velcro supplied.

Installation with universal fasteners for opening flaps.

In this case, they are mounted as follows:

1. Apply the markup (on the sash and guide the curtains).
2. Universal mounts are installed.
3. Magnets are attached to the slide guide with glue.
4. The whole structure is suspended by magnets.

The advantages of this method are the ease of dismantling for cleaning dust from curtains and washing windows. Minus - the impossibility of mounting heavy, massive curtains.

An alternative to this method is the use of a construction stapler. In this case, the curtain fills with staples directly to the sash. But so they are attached only to wooden structures. Metal construction plastic stapler does not break through.

How to hang a curtain with Velcro?

To do this, you also need to pre-mark the attachment points. After this step by step procedure looks like this:

1. One strip of velcro, cut to the size of the blinds, is attached to the surface of the wall, ceiling, frame or sash with a construction stapler.
2. Another strip of textile velcro is sewn to the Roman blinds. The main thing is to match the stripes. You can do this across the entire width of the strip.
3. Curtains are fastened by pressing two components of velcro.

Advantages of the same way - easy installation and disassembly during the period of capital cleaning in the room.

Video step by step instructions

For convenience and clarity, a video was shot in which it was described in detail about all methods and methods of fastening. It also tells about the features and points that require attention and accuracy.

How to assemble a Roman curtain?

In any case, already assembled Roman blinds are attached. This means that before starting work on fasteners, you must do the following:

1. Installed strips, lower weighting, including.
2. Rings are sewn in the places where the slats are installed.
3. Above each row of rings, guide rings are attached to the Kenriz rail.
4. Threads are passed through the rings, are collected in one rope.

At the end of the lock knot knit or set the carbine. This is so that the rope does not jump out. Works need to be done on a horizontal surface, as if Roman curtains have already been installed so that the threads have the required length.

Window decoration Roman curtains are most often used in cases where the usual curtains can not be hung. And then the fastening of the eaves is carried out directly to the window opening on its outer side.

The fastening of the cornice to the frame is best done using special “velcro”; in this case, you will not need additional tools and materials. Thus, we see that the Roman blind is the most versatile option for decorating any types of windows in any interiors. They can not only decorate the room, but also enhance the functionality of using windows and their surrounding space.