How to choose curtains

Curtains are not just a curtain, as many people think, but a design element. With their help, you can emphasize the advantages of the apartment or focus on the window. Your imagination can be limitless in choosing curtains, but you must follow a number of rules that will help turn the room into a cozy room.

How to choose the right curtains

Various fabrics are used to make and sew curtains:

• organza;
• velveteen;
• velvet;
• cotton fabric;
• wool;
• silk, etc.

Material textures:

• shiny;
• matte;
• with print (pattern);
• smooth;
• printed, etc.

General tips when choosing curtains:

• Avoid lambrequins if your home has a low ceiling.  Buy a curtain in a solid color.
• If the room has high ceilings and spacious windows, then it is preferable to buy long curtains with ruffles.
• In a small room it is better to hang light transparent curtains. You can create a composition from different shades of fabric.
• A long cornice gives volume to a narrow room, making the room visually seem larger.
• So that new curtains don’t get lost in the interior, choose a tone or floor tone darker than the walls.
• The color of the fabric may match the color of the furniture upholstery.

When choosing curtains, consider the style of the room.

Remember: complex fabrics such as corduroy or velvet require careful care. If in the house pets live, then all the curtains will collect hair.

How to choose roller blinds

When the renovation is almost finished and the time comes to choose curtains, you shouldn’t rush into buying classic curtains. Perhaps roller blinds would be better suited and look more interesting.

Designers often use them in their projects, as they fit perfectly into the interior, do not require careful maintenance and are functional.

Roller blinds can be of different colors, with designs and patterns, of different lengths and widths.

Divided into two types:

• open;
• closed.

Open roller blinds consist of a material and a roller onto which the fabric is rolled. A bar must be inserted at the end so that the curtain hangs smoothly and beautifully. Only a manual mechanism is used.

Closed curtains differ in that additional fastenings are installed on the side surfaces of the window. That is, light rays will not be able to penetrate the house. The mechanism can be manual or automatic.

The main advantages of roller blinds:

• fits well into any interior;
• take up less space - not bulky;
• ease of use;
• provide reliable protection from sunlight;
• look harmonious with classic curtains and drapes.

The main thing: before making a purchase, measure the width of the glass, since more than 1-1.5 cm of curtains should not extend onto the frame. Otherwise, there is a risk that the curtains will overlap each other and all your money will go down the drain.

What color to choose curtains

There are no strict rules when choosing the color of curtains. Here your imagination can be limitless. The main point is the correctly selected color scheme, which will help:

• expand the space if it is small;
• make the room brighter;
• darken if the room is located on the sunny side.

Remember: warm or bright colors make the room light, while cool or dark colors add a formal style and make the room feel dark.

Simple rules when choosing the shade of curtains:

• To save money on your budget, you should select curtains to match the color of large furniture (sofa, armchairs). Upholstered furniture is rarely replaced with new ones.
• If the family budget allows you to change curtains often, then choose the color of the wallpaper.
• If the interior items in the room are of different shades, then choose the one that matches the largest object. For example, the color of the carpet is dark blue, which means the curtains will be a corresponding shade.
• If you have doubts about bright colors, then choose beige, cream or sand tones. They don't get boring and always remain in fashion.
• To attract attention to the window, choose bright, rich colors, but do not forget about interior items, which should also be of this color. After all, no one has canceled the color similarity.
• Cool tones, on the contrary, will help move the object away.
• Light shades will make the room wider, while dark shades will steal volume.
• For the bedroom it is better to choose calm colors, since flashy shades will not give you the opportunity to relax.
• Curtains for the living room can be different. There are no restrictions here.
• You should not choose dark shades for the kitchen. Appetizing colors are suitable - light green, green, orange, etc.

How to choose a curtain rod

There are two types of fastening cornices:

• wall;
• ceiling

The first option is mounted directly on the wall. These can be wooden, metal, string, etc. cornices.

A rail cornice helps to expand the space, as it takes up little space and does not look bulky.  Therefore, if you have a small room that you want to fill with air, then this is your option.

Before purchasing curtains and cornices, look online for window design options. It contains interesting tips to help you choose the right option.