Window decoration curtains

Beautiful window decoration is usually the final touch to decorating the whole interior. It is important to choose the right textiles, cornice, decorations. Curtains are hung both in private and in apartment buildings. The modern variety of textile materials allows you to choose the decor for almost any existing interior style.

Rules for the design of windows curtains

When decorating window openings, it is desirable to be guided by the following principles:

  • if the wall covering is frosted, the curtains are suitable satin, silk, matte hangings hang on the background of embossed, shiny wallpaper, photo wallpaper;
  • when the walls are motley wallpaper, bright, multicolored prints, curtains are preferred plain, pastel, neutral tones;
  • draperies with vertical stripes, patterns, visually make the room taller, horizontal ones - wider;
  • when the ceiling is very low, it is not recommended to hang lambrequins;
  • the eaves, mounted directly into the ceiling, also visually increases the height of the latter;
  • in cramped rooms, it is desirable to avoid bulk, multi-layered curtains.


The choice of curtains, height, method of attachment

Curtains for curtains are mounted to the wall above the window opening or directly on the ceiling. The last option allows you to close the curtain completely the entire wall - from the ceiling to the floor, without gaps, without dividing the space horizontally. Ceiling curtains are made of:

  • natural wood (oak, beech, linden, ash, cherry, etc.) covered with a transparent varnish;
  • plastic, pasted over with a decorative film;
  • metal (usually aluminum, less commonly stainless steel);
  • polyurethane (if the eaves need flexible).

This type of curtain rods is easy to completely hide in the ceiling, making it almost imperceptible, which looks especially good. Wall curtain rods are made:

  • strings;
  • baguette;
  • profile;
  • rod;
  • under the Japanese curtains;
  • for role-curtains.

The acceptable width of the cornice is 30–50 cm larger than the window size, leaving at least five to seven cm from the top of the opening to the curtain itself. -12 cm. The optimal distance from the ceiling to the wall cornice is 3-9 cm.

Hanging the eaves is made using brackets, anchors, you must first remove all the necessary measurements - extreme fasteners are placed 15-20 cm from the perimeter of the window so that the curtains, when fully open, do not obstruct it.

Choosing the type of fabric

As the material of window draperies, many different types of textiles made from natural, artificial, synthetic or mixed fibers are used. When choosing the right textiles consider:

  • practicality - draping is easy to wash, clean from dirt at home;
  • degree of flammability - especially important for kitchens, public institutions;
  • durability - the ability to sufficiently shade a room without fading, without losing a beautiful appearance;
  • flexibility - important for curtains, gathered in the folds;
  • absorbency - balcony curtains should not absorb dust, kitchen curtains - water, smells;
  • compatibility with the available interior styling.

The best materials for sewing curtains are the following materials:

  • Jacquard - dense, embossed, very durable, looks beautiful on both sides;
  • velvet - fleecy, heavy, soft, suitable for "solemn" interiors;
  • atlas - "pours", unobtrusively shiny, relatively soft, smooth or patterned;
  • brocade - fabric with metallic luster, overflows, does not require additional decoration;
  • blackout - three-layer, perfectly protects the room from street light, cold, noise;
  • Satin - thin, has an attractive appearance, glitters, resembles silk;
  • organza - the thinnest, but rather strong, matte or shiny;
  • chenille is similar to velvet, but a little lighter, it is made solid or with a pattern, such as jacquard;
  • tulle - thin, translucent, has the appearance of a diaper fabric, mesh;
  • taffeta - forms "brittle" folds, therefore it is used to perform unusual elements of complex texture;
  • Kisea - used to create thread curtains, well letting the air in, slightly diming the light;
  • flock - on a textile basis with a pattern-nap sprayed on it, sometimes covered with powder “under gilding”, “under silver”;
  • the veil is a soft, translucent, rather dark material if several layers are applied.

Length, width of curtains

The dimensions of the curtains are made about 15-30 cm wider than the window opening in each direction, if you just need to drape the window, one width with the opening, to visually narrow it, to expand the window - 35-50 cm larger.

First of all, measurements are made using a long ruler, tape measure: from the eaves to the windowsill, from the floor to the eaves, the length of the eaves itself. Curtain length is usually chosen from three options:

  • short - barely reach the surface of the window sill;
  • ordinary - one to three cm. do not reach the floor;
  • elongated - equal to the distance from the floor plane to the cornice plus 15-30 cm.

Fastening to the rail is made on the loop or ring-grommets - this is also important to consider when choosing a length. The width is calculated based on the density of the fabric: the length of the eaves is multiplied by the coefficient of fluffiness. For heavy textiles, it is equal to two, medium - 2.5, light - 3.

How to choose the color of textiles

The color of the textile material chosen for decorating the windows is done:

  • matching the basic tone of the walls;
  • combined with other textiles in the room (upholstery, carpets, tablecloths, valances, etc.);
  • matching the color of the largest furniture items;
  • different from the color of the walls by two to four tones;
  • contrasted sharply with the general background.

It should be remembered that bright and dark colors visually reduce the size of the room, light - on the contrary, increase.

What does the style say about the design of windows?

The stylistic design of window openings is selected for a specific interior:

  • classic - curtains reach the floor, decorated with intricate floral patterns, fringe, tassels;
  • Provence - light natural fabrics with floral prints are preferable, curtains are made mostly short;
  • minimalism - straight monochromatic (most often white, yellow, black, red) curtains on the grommet or cornice hidden in the stretch ceiling;
  • Baroque - wrought cornice is decorated with peaks, balls, spears, leaves at the ends, magnificent luxurious curtains with lambrequins, grabs;
  • loft curtains are undesirable here, but if you can't do without them, transparent, translucent options are acceptable;
  • country - checkered curtains of fine wool or linen, the length of the window sill or floor;
  • high-tech - straight silver, bluish, dark blue curtains of satin fabric or the same color blinds.


Examples, tips on the design of windows in different rooms

Professional designers give the following recommendations for windows located in different rooms:

  • if there are more than one window in the living room and all of them are tall, narrow, it makes sense to use a common curtain for them, including covering the entire wall;
  • in a small bedroom, color schemes are often made the same as the walls;
  • on a curtain with a bright textured pattern, creating many folds is undesirable;
  • in cramped rooms lush curtains will take up a lot of space
  • curtains of neutral tones (gray, white, beige, etc.) will fit almost any interior;
  • volume curtains with ruffles and lambrequins are unacceptable in the interiors of loft, minimalism, hi-tech, Japanese.

How to make a bay window

The distinctive feature of the bay windows is that several curtains are purchased for them, but they are placed on a common ledge - a special bent or consisting of several parts.

Bay window windows are draped with such types of curtains as:

  • Japanese - almost do not miss the light, occupy a minimum of space;
  • Roman - in the lowered form, they are almost straight, in the "assembled" - consist of beautiful horizontal folds,
  • Austrian - luxurious, have a lot of heavy textured folds;
  • French - decorated with folds, festoons, other similar elements;
  • curtains with tulle - the "classic" version of window decor.

It is important to take into account the purpose of the room: in the kitchen, especially when there is a cooking zone in the bay window, they are made easily washable and do not absorb water. In the nursery - are made of fabric that is difficult to rumple, tear.

If this architectural protrusion is separated from the main room by textile drapery, it is desirable that the color, design, match or be combined with the window.

Window decoration in the kitchen, in the dining room

The kitchen, especially the cooking area, is often exposed to dirt, grease, food and drink. Therefore, the curtains selected here should be easy to clean, not to lose a beautiful appearance, even with frequent washings. The curtains in this room are combined in color with a carpet, tablecloth, upholstered furniture in the dining area or set, kitchen apron, small textile elements located in the cooking zone. Lush, textured products are permissible if they are located at a sufficient (more than two meters) distance from the plate, sink, and cutting table.


Window decor in the bedroom

The bedroom is a place to rest and sleep, because draperies are recommended to be performed in soothing colors, sharp contrasts with walls, furniture are avoided. The exception is the bedroom of the newlyweds, where permissible red-white, red-pink curtains, symbolizing passion. For people who have trouble falling asleep, it is advisable to select curtains in black and blue, brown and green. For a bedroom, dense materials such as blackout are preferable: they do not let in light, which is especially important in summer, when darkness comes late, and dawn is early. Looks good options, completely covering the entire wall.


Window decoration in the living room

The living room often has several windows - it is desirable to decorate them all with identical curtains. Since the hall is usually the most spacious room in the house, it is designed:

  • curtains with many folds - ideally, they cover the entire wall, in the corner room there are two adjacent ones;
  • the curtains are slightly wider than the window itself;
  • fabrics that do not fade or burn out slowly - taffeta, polyester, flax will do, but silk is undesirable;
  • multi-layered versions of two or three layers of different fabrics;
  • for very large, including combined spaces, dark curtains will do;
  • a relatively narrow, dark space is draped with intricately arranged tulle of neutral or warm, bright colors.


Window decoration in the nursery

Children's room is decorated with curtains, sewn of non-mark, preferably natural fabric. The issue of security is no less important - the curtain rod, like the curtains on it, must be fastened so that the child, if he so desires, could not tear them away. Too long, "lying on the floor" options are unacceptable - for them it is easy to catch, slip, fall. Overly curvy curtains are impractical, and they take up a lot of free space, which is better to use for games. Dyes used to dye curtain fabric should be environmentally friendly, not fade, not "smear" when touched with wet hands. Ideal fit portieres of bamboo, cotton, flax. The room of a calm child is decorated with bright drapery, the active one with curtains of soothing colors. Unobtrusive prints with cute animals, heroes of fairy tales, cartoons will also be suitable.


Decoration of panoramic windows

The openings of the panoramic windows are decorated with roller, Roman, glass curtains, tulle curtains. If the openings go to the south, southeast, then blackout cannot be done here without curtains, it is permissible to decorate the north and north-west with translucent curtains with large print and embroidery.

Panoramic windows are sometimes part of the "French balcony" - in fact, two or three or more, all-glass doors, outside partially protected by an elegant wrought-iron lattice. If possible, the curtains are placed here so that the glazing can both open and close them completely. It is desirable for each section to hang a separate drapery.

For large, high panoramic elements, it is recommended to purchase a special system that allows you to "direct" the closing-opening using the control panel, a smartphone.

Decor window with arch

Arched windows themselves look luxurious, expensive. Draperies on them pick appropriate. The cornice is mounted here:

  • above arch arch;
  • below the arch bend;
  • around the perimeter of the arch.

Another convenient option - lifting curtains. These include roll, Roman, English, Austrian. If the windows are too high, there are several of them in the same room, the easiest way to manage them by closing and opening them will be with a special remote control.

Sometimes the upper part of the arched window is made out of stained glass, its imitation.

Window decoration on the stairs

On the stairs, nothing should interfere with free movement - voluminous, multi-layered options are unacceptable, especially if the width of the staircase is less than 1.5 meters, and also when people with poor coordination of movement live in the house, small children. For the same reason, the edges of the curtains should not "lie" on the floor. Small windows, the task of which is to light up the stairs during the day, are draped with tulle and other transparent fabrics. More suitable roller blinds, horizontal or vertical blinds, classic curtains.

Sometimes staircase windows are covered with self-adhesive films, decorated with tinted or stained glass. An interesting, very stylish option - electrochromic glass materials. This object is controlled from the remote, allowing you to instantly make the transparent window completely opaque.

Dressing windows

Attic is now a very fashionable element, both private and urban apartment buildings. For skylights, located on an inclined surface, there are two eaves - upper and lower. The shape of the windows here is quadrangular, figured - the latter are more difficult to decorate, especially when it is not planned to hide their original shape.

Attic room in private housing is usually made entirely wooden, window frames - too. Such rooms are preferably decorated with curtains of natural, not too bright fabrics, stretched between the upper and lower eaves. If the space is large enough, it is allowed for the drapes to sag slightly. Small rooms are recommended rolled versions of pastel colors, plastic blinds.

Window decoration for different holidays

Festive window decor is placed not only on draperies - they are decorated with frames, glass, slopes. This place will be beautifully decorated using very different objects: soft toys of small size, stickers, watercolors, vytinanok, etc. Especially often this decor is made in kindergartens, schools, and premises where the respective celebrations are held.

When the distance between the glass panes is large, which is often found in old public buildings, the decor in the form of balloons with inscriptions, other volumetric details, is placed there.

Ideas for the spring holidays

Spring holidays - Valentine's Day, February 23rd, March 8th, May First and Ninth. Suitable options:

  • on February 14, the windows are decorated with hearts, the inscriptions "LOVE", angels;
  • on the Day of Defender of the Fatherland - with the inscriptions "February 23", figures of tanks, stars;
  • on International Women's Day - they glue on the window, paint with the inscription "March 8", many flower bouquets;
  • for the holiday "May Day" they will suit the type of "Labor Day", "Peace, Labor, May", figurines of pigeons, as a symbol of the world;
  • on Victory Day - the inscription "May 9", pictures with fireworks, flags, flowers, stars.

If space permits, all the elements described are made to be voluminous, including those fixed not only on the window itself, but also on the curtains. Spring flowers (tulips, daffodils), arranged in vases on the windowsill.

Decorate the window for Easter

Easter symbols are colored eggs, images of chickens and chickens, willow twigs. Such pictures are applied directly to the glass using a stencil, embroidered on the curtain itself. Decor options:

  • garlands of colored egg shells, which must first be released from the contents, carefully punctured on both sides;
  • eggs of different sizes are molded from polymer clay, of which a wreath is suspended, suspended from a window handle;
  • if there is enough space on the windowsill, wicker baskets are placed on it. In which moss is laid, and on it is a toy chicken, as if it is hatching eggs;
  • a wreath of real or artificial tulips is also quite appropriate;
  • cardboard, textile figures of bunnies, especially placed among indoor plants, remind of the awakening of nature;
  • spring greens and cat's grass are planted in egg-shell pots.

New Year's decoration

For Christmas, New Year, the windows are decorated with paper snowflakes, snowmen, figures of Santa Claus, Christmas trees, whole plot pictures on the winter theme. Original decor for the New Year celebration:

  • замысловатые вытинанки, "инструкции" по изготовлению которых легко найти в интернете;
  • снежинки, елочки, олени, свечки из пенопласта - на ниточках, лесках;
  • светодиодная лента, уложенная в виде снежинок, елок, звезд и др.;
  • еловая ветка с шариками, закрепленная на карнизе.


Decorating windows with flowers

Flowers for window decoration fit live, dry or artificial - made from paper, textiles, plastic. With the help of such elements make out windows to:

  • birthdays, anniversaries - those flowers are chosen that the birthday man loves;
  • solemn dates in various institutions - it is desirable to use lush, expensive (at least in appearance) bouquets;
  • for the spring holidays - "seasonal" flowers;
  • for winter plants in cold tones.

Potted flowers are most often placed exactly on the windowsills. But some species (cacti, succulents) feel good only on the southern windows, while others, having thin, delicate leaves that quickly lose moisture, are placed in the north-western and north-eastern windows.

In the summer, window openings are decorated with plants outside - for this, plastic, wooden, and ceramic boxes of small width are purchased, as well as fastenings to them. In order to "lively decor" retains a beautiful appearance from spring to late autumn, several types of plants that bloom at different times are selected.

Conclusion

The decoration of large and small windows is carried out with the help of thick or thin curtains, blinds, multicolored tulle, cotton curtains, various stickers, and other decorations. The most interesting design options for windows of an apartment are invented "from the head," they are peeping on the Internet, specialized glossy magazines, or turn to professional designers.

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