Roman curtains

In creating a stylish, modern, and most importantly, cozy interior is important every detail. Therefore, the framing of the window opening must be approached no less responsibly than the choice of furniture. After all, the coziness and harmony of the room depends on how harmoniously the curtains, blinds or curtains fit into it. Roman curtains are considered to be one of the best solutions to complete the interior design. They help create an atmosphere of comfort.

Roman curtains have recently become very popular among designers and ordinary people. Due to the simple design and unpretentiousness in the care they have made a worthy competition to other types of window openings. The device is very simple: a solid fabric, into which special strips are sewn at regular intervals. They form beautiful folds when lifting the canvas.

On the side are rings, through which a decorative cord will be stretched.Pulling it, you can lower or raise the curtain, fixing it at the right level. When the canvas is lowered, it fits snugly to the window, thereby protecting the room from sunlight or prying eyes. The raised canvas is formed in a cascade, which gives originality to the interior of the room.

Currently, you can find a large assortment of various models of Roman curtains: with fringe, tassels, the original bottom edge, and even with a remote control.

Due to the features of its design, Roman blinds have a large number of advantages:

• Stylish design. A large variety of color and design solutions allows you to find models for any room. You can choose products from dense or translucent materials, with or without pictures.

• Simple design that can be easily assembled and placed. Curtains can be attached to the ceiling, walls or windows themselves, depending on your desire.

• Easy to manage. Depending on the model, to open or close it, you need to pull the cord or press a button on the remote.

• Space saving.Since the Roman curtain is a piece of cloth that occupies a small space, it will not occupy much of the useful space either in the folded or in the unfolded state.

• Good protection. The cloth protects from penetration of sunshine because of which pieces of furniture can burn out. With such products you can be sure that outsiders from the street will not disturb your peace. In addition, you can adjust the level of illumination at will.

• Ease of care. The cloth collects a little dust and dirt, therefore in order to clean it, it is enough to wipe it with a rag. To clean it more thoroughly (for example, wash), you just need to remove the canvas from the eaves. There are curtains impregnated with a special composition that repels dirt.

• Functionality. Roman curtains can be used not only to create a cozy interior of living rooms, but also to decorate bars, hotels, offices. It is possible to use curtains with other types of window decor.

• The laconic form and beautiful geometry will add originality to any interior.

• The possibility of manufacturing to order the size of their windows.

• Democratic price.Roman curtains cost an order of magnitude less than the classic fabric patterns of curtains.

There are few disadvantages of these curtains, but, nevertheless, they are:

• If you need to look out the window you will need to raise the curtain.

• In order to open the window wide open, the canvas will also need to be fully raised.

• It takes more time to raise the Roman curtains than to move the sliding ones away.

Structurally, Roman blinds are simple and absolutely clear to anyone. But there are some varieties of this piece of furniture that differ from each other in the method of execution:

• Rope. This type is characterized by the use of a transparent or translucent canvas, that is, very light materials that the rope construction can easily withstand. Ropes can simply control the position of the curtains.

• Rotary chain. This type of construction is in many ways similar to blinds, especially on the principle of operation. One has only to pull the string, and it will activate the rotary shaft and rotor blocks, thereby setting in motion the whole mechanism. This system is very durable and therefore can withstand not only light translucent canvases, but also dense heavy fabrics and even tapestries.

• Combined. This type is used in the case when the design involves the use of several different types of fabrics or a double curtain is installed. In this case, several rotor-chain structures can be used together with rope structures or a complex of the same type.

• Elementary. It is used infrequently because it does not have an adequate margin of safety and therefore its service life is very short. However, these disadvantages are compensated by a relatively low cost. The design includes ropes and straps, tied together.

In most cases, the control takes place manually, but there is a kind of curtains, which are controlled remotely using the remote control. With the remote control, an electric mechanism is provided that raises or lowers the curtains.

The next type of classification is the classification according to the type of folds. In this case, the curtains are divided into two types:

• Classic. This is the most common type. When you lift the canvas it is superimposed on each other, forming folds.Classic curtains will look great in any interior.

• Cascading. In this case, a little more canvas is used than for classic ones. When lifting the curtains, beautiful tails are formed, which fit perfectly into the romantic style of the interior.

Roman curtains are not only beautiful and stylish piece of furniture, but also very economical. Since the curtain needs a small amount of fabric, their tailoring will not be expensive. You can choose even very expensive fabrics to create curtains, because it will need a lot less than curtains or curtains.

These curtains can be single or double. Double thick curtains should be selected if you want to close the windows on the sunny side. The first layer of fabric will protect the main fabric from sunlight exposure, therefore, from burning out. Single curtains are suitable for darkened rooms, where the sun is infrequent. Basically, these are light fabrics with patterns, transparent or translucent. They can be made of tulle, organza.

Today you can find roman blinds from the following materials:

• Jacquard - this is a dense canvas woven from various threads. It has a beautiful texture and original ornament. This fabric is well suited for sunny rooms.
• Organza - slightly harsh light synthetic material that will look great in living rooms and bedrooms.
• Tulle - soft, transparent, thin, airy material, somewhat reminiscent of a grid.
• Blackout - multi-layer dense fabric that prevents sunlight from entering the room. It can be made with different patterns and in any color.
• "Day Night" - These are the curtains made from two materials: transparent and dense. They allow you to adjust the level of light in the room.
• Viscose - it is rather dense fabric which will bring notes of originality to any interior.

• Linen - natural eco-friendly fabric. Curtains made from this fabric are perfect for any bedroom or living room interior. For the kitchen, it is better not to use curtains made of flax, because the canvas will absorb odors. Wash, dry and iron this fabric must be very careful not to spoil it.
• Cotton - the natural cloth, is very often applied to the Roman curtains.Cotton curtains create a cozy and comfortable atmosphere. These curtains are perfect even for children's rooms, but like linen, they do not need to hang in the kitchen. With frequent washings, the canvas loses its appearance.
• Bamboo - another natural material. Bamboo curtains are very functional and perfectly protect the room from sunlight. Modern design and a large range of colors allows you to find curtains for every taste.
• Synthetics - This is the best option for kitchen space. Cloth does not absorb odors, repels dirt. Such fabrics are easy to care for.

The mechanism of the Roman blinds is very simple, so the installation of this system does not create any difficulties. Plastic windows get an original look with them. Curtains can be installed on any window, on the wall or even on the ceiling. Canvas curtains mounted on the eaves with a special adhesive tape. Cloths or velcro comfortable and functional. The advantage of Roman blinds is to install them without drilling.

When choosing a canvas, consider the size and shape of the window so that their parameters match. There are several options for mounting curtains:

• On the casement window. In this case, purchased curtains by the number of wings. Sill remains free. You can open each canvas separately, adjusting the flow of light into the room. The open canvas is fixed with magnets on the frame.

• On top of the frame. A single canvas is purchased for the width of the window, that is, all doors are closed at once. Sill remains freely available. Among the drawbacks of this method is the difficulty that arises when airing or opening a window is necessary.

• On the wall above the window opening. This option is preferred when there is a window on the window. The canvas is attached to the wall or ceiling. The curtain covers the entire window opening, but does not interfere with the opening or closing of the window.

• In the window opening. In this case, the canvas is mounted on the frame or the glass itself. When lowering the fabric, it fits snugly to the glass, providing reliable protection from sunlight. This mounting method is good when the window opening is additionally decorated with curtains or lambrequins, the main thing is to choose them in the same style.

Roman curtains are a universal solution for any interior. They will perfectly fit into any style of rooms, regardless of the size of the room. They have a very small size in the assembled state, so do not require a lot of space. In addition, when installed on a frame or in a window opening, you will not need to hang a cornice, which will be a big plus for a small room. To make each room as comfortable as possible, you need to pick up Roman blinds, knowing some of the nuances of their use in each case.

Roman curtains will help to create a suitable environment, darkening the room and creating a pleasant twilight at any time of the day. For a small room, you can buy a not too dense canvas, since a small amount of sunlight can visually increase the area of ​​the room and provide an easier wake up in the morning. Choosing the right curtain color for the bedroom, do not rely on the color of the bedspread or bedding, and here's why:

• If you prefer bright colors of bed linen, the motley curtains in harmony with them will irritate your eyes and not let you relax.

• When changing bedspreads or a set of linen curtains are unlikely to change, which means that disharmony is possible if the curtains are not combined with the overall style of the interior.

• Bright curtains with colorful patterns and ornaments will always catch the eye, which means they can get bored very quickly.

That is why when choosing Roman curtains to the bedroom you need to select them in such a way that they are combined in colors and patterns with a bedroom suite or any decorative elements of the room. It is preferable to choose delicate light pastel colors of the canvas to create the most harmonious and cozy space with soft light. Those who want to make the interior of the bedroom more rich should pay attention to the combination of Roman curtains with curtains or lambrequins. In this case, the window opening will add a bit of luxury and beauty to the room.

For decoration of windows in large rooms, you can add curtains to Roman curtains. This will make the room more stylish and add a bit of functionality to the window opening. In the event that such a combination cannot be realized, it is worthwhile to opt for curtains made of dense materials. In this case, you should not lose sight of the color range. Cloths of light colors can give lightness to the interior. If you want to make the room more refined, then pick up the curtains with a colorful pattern to match the walls. Dense canvas on the windows, such as tapestries or Jacquard, will create an atmosphere of solemnity and aristocracy. Also in the living room perfectly fit canvases of unusual colors or alternation of different types of fabrics.

A variety of fabric solutions, a large color palette and a stylish design make it possible to use Roman curtains to create a beautiful interior in the kitchen. Since these curtains do not take up much space, they can easily be placed even in the smallest kitchens. As for the material, it is better to give preference to light webs made of synthetic materials. Their indisputable advantages are the repulsion of dust, grease and dirt, resistance to absorption of odors, ease of care.

It does not matter much whether you choose a canvas with or without a pattern, since the desired effect will be achieved in any case. Fabric with a pattern will make the interior more interesting and alive if the pattern is combined with kitchen accessories. Another important factor in the selection of curtains in the kitchen is their safety. Cloths must withstand the high temperatures encountered during cooking.

No less demanding Roman blinds, if you want to control the flow of light penetrating the loggia. If you have the sunny side, you should give preference to dense materials. The balcony can be closed with curtains completely: either hang the curtains on each sash, or hang one common one. And you can make it easier and hang the appropriate fabric on the balcony door.

Using the fact that Roman curtains can be ordered according to individual sizes at an affordable price, they can decorate oblique windows in residential attic rooms. Skylights in private homes are also beneficial to close these curtains.

Roman curtains perfectly fit into the design of any room, because they can be made of any materials. They can even be made independently, it will not be difficult if you correctly measure the size of the window and count the size of the canvases. When choosing this element of the decor, you should initially decide on the type of fabric. Light transparent materials will look good in rooms where a small amount of sunlight penetrates. White curtains will make the room visually lighter.

If we are talking about sun-drenched rooms, apartments on the first floors or private houses, then you should opt for dense materials. They will reliably protect the room from the penetration of excessive amounts of light and from prying eyes of prying eyes. Dense fabric curtains maximally darken the room, creating the necessary atmosphere.

For those who prefer naturalness and environmental friendliness, more suitable natural canvas for the design of the window opening. They do not contribute to the appearance of allergic reactions, they look beautiful and stylish, but require a special relationship in terms of personal care.If they are properly cleaned, they will retain their exquisite initial appearance for a long time and will delight your eyes for many years. Such curtains will be suitable for interiors in the Japanese style or in rooms where minimalism and functionality reigns.

Such curtains will look good in modern interiors. For interiors designed in a classic style, monophonic canvases of soothing pastel colors are perfect. To give a bit of originality to the room, you can choose bright curtains, the color combined with elements of decor in the interior. Curtains made of translucent materials or light drapes will help to add design and refinement.

Roman curtains with a large or small checkered pattern, with gastronomic patterns or stripes will be a wonderful decoration for rooms in the style of Provence or Country. But the geometry and deep calm colors will perfectly fit into the rooms, where Minimalism dictates its own rules.

Roman curtains can decorate absolutely any room. They can be both individually and in combination with other types of window openings:

• For bedrooms any style should be preferred to dense materials so that the sunlight or the light of the lamps does not interfere with the rest.
• In the living rooms With the help of curtains in rooms you can make a bright accent on the window zone, if you choose bright canvases or canvases with unusual patterns.

• In the children's rooms Fabrics with images of cartoon characters or fairy tale characters will look great.
• For kitchens Roman curtains will be an excellent option, as they are compact in size.
• For office space You should choose thick curtains of soft monochromatic colors, so as not to distract from the tasks and important matters, but at the same time create the necessary working atmosphere.

Roman blinds have a lot of advantages, one of which is ease of operation and maintenance. However, depending on the type of fabric, the care of the web is somewhat different.

Natural fabrics should be carefully washed and dried so that unnecessary wrinkles do not appear on the canvas or that the entire product does not deform.

Synthetic fabrics are the most unpretentious in the care. They can be easily washed in the washing machine, they will not lose their appearance and shape from this, the main thing is to remove the slats.

Thin curtains of delicate materials should be washed by hand in order not to damage the fabric. At the same time, it is necessary to spend a sufficient amount of time on rinsing, otherwise there is a risk of occurrence of soap stains on curtains.

Some fabrics can be ironed with an iron, but if there is embroidery, it is better to do it through the fabric and from the wrong side.

Curtains in kitchens can be cleaned with a damp cloth, without removing the fabric from the eaves. This is possible due to the fact that the material for use in kitchen rooms is additionally impregnated with special substances that prevent rapid contamination. Thicker fabrics can be cleaned with a brush or vacuum cleaner.

Regardless of the material chosen, before you begin cleaning the product, read the care instructions on the packaging. This will help avoid possible problems that may arise when the wrong method of cleaning.

Roman curtains have a simple clear design and a stylish exterior design, which will be to the liking of almost any modern person. Therefore, they are increasingly used to create interesting design windows in apartments and houses. They are very easy to maintain, beautiful, durable and presented in a wide variety of colors and textures. They are able to radically transform absolutely any room, regardless of its shape and size. The main thing is to approach the choice wisely, and then this piece of furniture will always delight you with its appearance and originality.

The low cost made the Roman blinds a real find for modern housewives, for whom a comfortable and cozy atmosphere is important. Choosing curtains in your apartment, listen to your inner voice, and then your interior will sparkle with new colors, but it will not require significant financial investments.

You will learn more about the care of Roman blinds in the following video.