Criteria for choosing curtains for the living room by color

Washing rules

The water temperature and washing method (hand, machine) depend on the structure and composition of the fabric fibers. Tulle curtains are made from different materials:

• mixed fabrics;
• polyester;
• cotton;
• nylon;
• organza;
• veils;
• chiffon;
• muslin.

Mode

On the machine, the machine selects a delicate wash program (“Wool”, “Silk”, “Hand Wash”) with a maximum temperature of 30 °C. The spin function is not used.

Temperature

Factory-made curtains have a tag indicating the recommended water temperature. It’s more difficult with products sewn in a workshop or with your own hands. You need to visually determine the type of material and select the desired water temperature.

Material	Temperature (°C)
Cotton	40-60
Polyester
Blended fabric
Capron	30
Veil
Organza
Kiseya
Chiffon

Using bleach

Products made of nylon and polyester are restored to their whiteness not with bleach, but with improvised means:

• blue;
• saline solution;
• ammonia;
• brilliant green.

For curtains made from other materials, bleaching agents containing hydrogen peroxide are suitable:

• "Sail";
• Vanish;
• "Persol";
• Belle;
• "Velvet".

The snow-white color of the fabric is restored with the preparations “Ace”, “Bos Plus”, Beckmann. They contain fluorescent substances. They reflect light off the surface, making the tulle appear whiter.

How often do you need to wash?

According to doctors, tulle should be washed every 2-3 months. Dust settles on the airy part of the interior, mites and other harmful microorganisms grow in it, causing allergies.

How to wash without needing to iron

Curtains are not twisted to prevent wrinkles from appearing on thin fabric. After rinsing, the fabric is taken out of the water and hung over the bathtub (basin). Shake the tulle well, when the water has drained, hang it straightened on hooks.

What forms are there?

Each setting requires its own form of curtains. There are strict and straight forms, and some people like frilly curtains.

Multilayer

Curtains in several layers are distinguished by wealth and luxury. Usually one layer is sewn from dense fabrics with a pattern, and the second is light, airy and monochromatic. Such curtains are suitable for living rooms, halls, and bedrooms.

Lambrequins

Lambrequins that came from the public interior entered private homes. Now they are used everywhere, changing shape and size. They can combine fabrics of different colors, decorations in the form of fringes, pendants, and tiebacks.

An original addition to the room will be the asymmetry of the curtains on the windows. In this case, one edge is made shorter than the other.

Short

In the kitchen, it is appropriate to hang curtains up to the window sill. Sometimes curtains are sewn that cover only the upper or lower part of the window.

Colorblock

Curtains bring life to life when they use a block of 2 primary interior colors. Their shape is varied and depends on the tastes of the housewife.

Curtain panels

Exquisite curtains consist of a holding element at the top, a base and a weighting material. The system of operation of the panels resembles blinds, as they are controlled using a cord and chain. The products look elegant, seem light, and hang evenly.

Red curtains for the living room, selection rules and ready-made ideas

Decorating a window with a red curtain in the living room will add zest to the interior of the room, but will not give the room either a feminine or masculine atmosphere, since the color is neutral to human psychology. The scarlet tone will give a charge of vigor, raise vitality, and improve your mood. However, according to psychologists, shades of scarlet in the interior can cause attacks of rage in active and excitable people, provoke increased blood pressure, and increase the feeling of stuffiness. Therefore, the choice of such a bright and catchy element must be approached carefully.

Interesting solution

Original design

Curtains with lambrequin

Fabric rolls with a pattern on a red base

Transparent curtains

Varieties

There are different types of curtains. They are classified according to several criteria: installation method, material, configuration. To find out how to choose a curtain for your home, you need to familiarize yourself with each type in detail.

Installation method

There are two types.

Ceiling curtains for curtains. Such systems are mounted on the ceiling. They can consist of one or several rows. To reduce the weight of the system, plastic is most often used in manufacturing. They also come in different shapes: straight, wave, semicircle.

Plastic profiles are convenient because they can be used to assemble various options for ceiling cornices

In a secret niche you can hide electrical wiring, pipes, or create original curtain lighting in it.

Wall curtains for curtains. This is the traditional option. Typically, this method is used when fixing heavy, dense canvases on small windows.

Metal cornice of traditional design with curtains on grommets

Material

Tree	Natural wood is a truly noble, environmentally friendly material. Classic wooden models can effectively decorate both classic and modern interiors. In production, factories use wood with a dense structure and distinct fibers. The advantage of ready-made structures is their exceptional durability. The disadvantage is the high weight.
Plastic	Lightweight, economical plastic can be an excellent alternative to other materials. Modern plastic curtains do not turn yellow and have sufficient strength. However, plastic is negatively affected by direct sunlight. Because of this, the structure can quickly lose its attractive appearance. The advantage of plastic is its flexibility. You can find oval, semicircular, and angular types on the market. The photos in our article will help you look at similar plastic curtains in more detail.
Forged metal	Having seen a forged curtain at least once in a photo, you cannot remain indifferent to it. Forged products have an extraordinary design and can withstand any load. They do not deform under heavy curtains and do not fade in the sun. This type of cornice has only one drawback - its high price. However, the cost is fully justified by the labor costs of the master. One such product takes a lot of time.
Aluminum	Aluminum curtains are being used more and more often in home design. People began to prefer light curtains and translucent tulles. It is better to hang them on light metal rods. Aluminum models are easy to install and operate.

A simple wooden cornice is perfect for a country or eco-style interior

Modern plastic cornices look no worse than wooden ones

There are real masterpieces among metal products

Profile cornices made of aluminum are decorated with film imitating various materials

By configuration

What are the types of curtains based on the type of supporting structure? There are several varieties:

1. Profile. Made from regular aluminum profile. Due to the flexibility of the material, manufacturers are able to create various shapes of products. Most often used in rooms with arched and bay windows.
2. Strings. The simplest models. Their supporting structure is an ordinary thin cable. The advantage of this type is its low weight and versatility of design. The cable is almost invisible and easily fits into various interior styles. The disadvantage of string curtain rods is the impossibility of using them in combination with heavy curtains.
3. Baguettes. They usually consist of a regular round curtain, a special decorative panel. The panel is removable. It decorates the room, reliably protects the locking mechanism, and disguises unsightly details.
4. Tire. Their construction consists of PVC. Sometimes aluminum is used. It consists of several grooves along the entire length of the cornice. Rollers with hooks move along the grooves.

Types of curtains for loft style

Today it is quite difficult to find curtains for the interior that can be attributed exclusively to the loft style. This suggests that modern interiors often mix several styles. There are several variations of the loft in the interior of a modern home.

You can choose any curtains for the Loft style

1. Bohemian. The furniture is selected from the most daring options, rough walls, and the presence of worn elements. Possible presence of art elements.

The furniture is selected from the most daring options, rough walls, and the presence of worn elements. Possible presence of art elements.

2. Glamorous. More elegant and minimalistic. It is characterized by the use of pastel tones and brighter colors. Much attention is paid to devices for lighting the room.

More elegant and minimalistic. It is characterized by the use of pastel tones and brighter colors.

3. Industrial. The second name is industrial. More classic and reminiscent of factory products. The main difference between an industrial loft is the presence of a large amount of wiring, which is not masked, but is located around the perimeter of the entire room. The furniture is practical and of excellent quality.

The main difference between an industrial loft is the presence of a large amount of wiring, which is not masked, but is located around the perimeter of the entire room.

Rolled

Roller blinds have recently become very popular due to their simplicity and practicality. There are many varieties of roller blinds, among which we can distinguish open and closed roller blinds. The main difference is the presence of a box in a closed system.

Roller blinds have recently become very popular due to their simplicity and practicality.

Roman

The list of the most current options for 2020 cannot be complete without Roman-style curtains. They are often made of dense material, which perfectly protects the room from light.

The design is similar to roll ones. Roman curtains in a loft-style interior are a unique combination of laconicism and elegance.

Roman curtains in a loft-style interior are a unique combination of laconicism and elegance.

Tulle (curtains)

Curtains are considered a classic option. And strangely enough, they still haven’t lost their popularity. According to your preference, you can hang the curtain on one side or on both sides.

Curtains are considered a classic option.

Materials that are often used for sewing curtains:

• polyester;
• linen;
• cotton;
• velvet.

Blinds

Blinds are a great option for protecting a room from sunlight. Can be vertical and horizontal.

For the manufacture of blinds the following materials are used:

• bamboo;
• polyester;
• plastic;
• textile.

The cost of the finished product depends on the chosen material. Plastic options are most in demand. They are light and practical, and quite easy to clean.

Plastic options are most in demand. They are light and practical, and quite easy to clean.

Photo curtains

Photocurtains are an excellent option for a private home, apartment, club, restaurant or cafe. This is a new product that has been in demand since the very first days it appeared on the shelves.

Photocurtains are an excellent option for a private home, apartment, club, restaurant or cafe.

Advantages of photo curtains:

• you can choose any image at your discretion;
• will perfectly complement the interior of an apartment, private house or cottage;
• fits perfectly into any modern interior;
• easy to care for.

Double curtains

Double curtains are becoming increasingly popular. This helps create interesting options using two main colors. Using the design, you can regulate the flow of light into the room. These curtains will add coziness to any room. Practical and functional, they look much more interesting than the classic version.

Double curtains are becoming increasingly popular.

Among the advantages of double curtains are:

• easy to care for;
• beautiful and can completely replace the classic version;
• can be combined with various curtain options;
• fits perfectly into any interior.

Thread

Loft-style curtains in the form of threads are an option for the interior that came to us from Eastern countries. They have a number of advantages, among which it can be noted that due to their structure they perfectly allow air to pass through, but at the same time they do not allow sunlight to pass through. The best option for rooms on the western and northern sides.

Loft-style curtains in the form of threads are an option for the interior that came to us from Eastern countries.

To make curtains in the form of threads, a wide variety of materials are used: lurex, cotton. Filament curtains are decorated with beads, sequins, rhinestones, lace, crystal beads and other decorative elements.

Window decoration

The size of tulle and curtains directly depends on:

1. curtain type (Roman or curtains);
2. cornice lengths;
3. parameters and features of the window opening;
4. the general idea of ​​the designer.

In order to avoid annoying mistakes when purchasing curtain fabric, you need to correctly calculate the size of the curtains.

If one of these factors is not taken into account, it will be difficult to correctly calculate the sides and area of ​​the product. Accordingly, the aesthetic part of the enterprise is at risk.

If the tulle is too short, it will not be able to fulfill its direct function - to diffuse sunlight and complement the design of the room. This is especially true for the living room, because a flaw catches the eye and spoils the overall impression and mood.

The choice of cornice depends on the design of the room, the size of the surface to be decorated, the style of the curtains, the weight and texture of the fabric, and the method of its fastening, on the wall or ceiling.

If the curtains in the bedroom are not long enough, they will not be able to fully darken the space. And excessively large dimensions look untidy, and besides, it is unsafe. They are inconvenient to handle in everyday life, and they also get dirty quickly.

Manufacturers of home accessories have taken into account all the nuances; today you can buy products of standard sizes that are suitable for all typical rooms.

It’s the same story if the width for the curtains is chosen incorrectly: functionality is impaired, aesthetics are absent, and the overall impression is reduced. And curtains that are too wide usually just mean an untidy look.

Red curtains in a small living room

If you decide to choose shades of scarlet from all the colors of curtains, then you need to choose a curtain design that matches the style and looks organically in the interior of the room.

Key points to adhere to:

• Refuse to choose plain curtains;
• Choose light transparent curtain textures;
• Dilute the color;
• Combine fabrics;
• Choose curtains with patterns.

Using warm shades for windows visually reduces the area of ​​the room. To prevent this from happening, it is recommended not to choose curtains of a single, deep scarlet color. Since they will dominate the atmosphere, attract the eye, due to which the small living room will become even “smaller” in size.

Style features

There are so many types of curtains that they often don’t know which ones to choose for their home. Here you need to make sure that the style of the room is not in dissonance with the decor of the room.

Classic

Classic-shaped curtains need additional accessories in the form of:

• fringes;
• pick-ups;
• suspensions.

Lambrequins are used for classics and neoclassics. Curtains are made from dense fabrics such as velvet and jacquard.

Curtains of simple shape are made by sewing straight strips of fabric. The curtains are assembled using a roll method.

French

Truly royal curtains are made from soft fabrics that can be gathered into numerous horizontal folds. Scallops are sewn into the stripes for decoration. They use a special curtain lifting mechanism.

Japanese

Rectangular panels covered with thin fabric are Japanese curtains. They hang straight and are lifted using a chain. Japanese curtains are characterized by a lightweight design.

Austrian

Austrian curtains are similar in shape to French ones. But they are not gathered along the entire length of the canvas, but only at the bottom. Typically, such curtains are short and decorated with fringe at the bottom.

Color scheme of curtains in loft style 2019

In 2020, the color scheme of curtains is highly variable. Neutral and pastel colors never go out of fashion and are suitable for rooms decorated in a modern style.

In 2020, the color scheme of curtains is highly variable.

Note! When choosing the color of curtains, first of all, focus on the overall color scheme of the room.

Brown

Curtains are an important element in the design of a room. And the chosen color plays an important role. Brown curtains can update a room, add exoticism and restraint. An excellent option for lovers of the classics.

Brown curtains can update a room, add exoticism and restraint.

Many people associate the color brown with solidity, rigor and restraint. This is why brown color is so popular when choosing curtains.

Grey

Gray curtains bring elegance, respectability, sophistication and luxury to your home. Its main advantage is its versatility. This is a color that will allow you to open up limitless space to create a modern style in your apartment.

Gray curtains bring elegance, respectability, sophistication and luxury to your home.

Black

In order for the windows to look beautiful and cozy, it is imperative to complement them with curtains and curtains. There is a huge assortment of curtains on store shelves, among which it is very important to choose exactly what will look great in the design of your room. The most common colors of curtains are pastel colors, but for those who are not afraid of new items, you can try a combination of black curtains with a loft style.

The most common colors of curtains are pastel colors, but for those who are not afraid of new items, you can try a combination of black curtains with a loft style.

Beige

Beige curtains will fill the room with a feeling of calm and dignity. In combination with a wooden floor, milky curtains will look very advantageous.

Beige curtains will fill the room with a feeling of calm and dignity.

White

White is the color of purity and innocence, which always evokes mixed feelings. On the one hand, a room with white curtains becomes much lighter, but on the other hand, many people associate white with a hospital environment.

White curtains look great in Loft style

Red

Red is the color for decisive people who are not used to sitting still. Red curtains will encourage you to take action. Therefore, this is the best option for melancholic and phlegmatic people. Red curtains in themselves are a bright accent, so they definitely don’t need additional accessories.

Red is the color for decisive people who are not used to sitting still. Red curtains will encourage you to take action

Blue

Blue color - calms and relieves tension. An excellent color for curtains for those who are constantly stressed at work or at home. Blue color will have a calming effect on you. People who choose the blue color of curtains notice positive changes and a decrease in morbidity after some time. An excellent option for people who are prone to high blood pressure.

Blue color - calms and relieves tension.

Features and functionality

When going to the store to make a purchase, you need to immediately decide why the curtains are being purchased.

It is important to immediately identify the functions that the curtains should perform. If they are needed solely as decor framing a window or doorway, you can opt for thin fabrics

If, in addition to protection from sunlight, you need to hide the room from prying eyes and prying eyes from the street, you should think about buying thick and opaque curtains.

It is impossible not to take into account the aesthetic component, because the curtain, in addition to its protective functions, should also decorate the openings. It is this feature that allows you to rid windows or doorways of lonely emptiness, thereby giving the room an atmosphere of home comfort.

In addition, it is important to take into account such a function as space zoning. For these purposes, special curtains are taken (for example, in the form of panels)

Curtain material

For many years, the loft style when decorating an apartment has not gone out of fashion. And this applies not only to the design of walls, furniture, but also curtains.

In 2020, the manufacturer offers a variety of options for curtain fabrics - from synthetics to natural

In 2020, the manufacturer offers a variety of options for curtain fabrics - from synthetics to natural ones. Synthetic fabrics are much more comfortable. But lately there has been a growing fashion for everything natural. That is why, when choosing new curtains, we recommend that you take a closer look at materials such as: chintz, silk, cotton.

Fabrics for curtains

When choosing fabric for curtains, we recommend that you pay attention to the following options.

• To ensure that curtains protect the room well from light, we recommend that you pay attention to velvet, jacquard, tapestry, and satin.

Velvet curtains in Loft style

• The easiest materials to care for are those that combine both synthetic and natural fibers. Among which, we can note - tapestry, jacquard. The material does not lose its shape after washing, does not change color when exposed to sunlight, does not wrinkle and does not accumulate dust.

The easiest materials to care for are those that combine both synthetic and natural fibers. Among which, we can note - tapestry, jacquard

Tulle fabrics

Tulle fabric is an addition to the overall composition. Often the fabric is used as a contrasting material, or matched to the color of one of the curtain materials. It is very rare to use an identical color to create a discreet option.

Tulle curtains in Loft style

Practical calculation examples

1. The meter across the width of the canvas is the length of the cornice multiplied by the KS (assembly coefficient).
2. The meter in height is the height from the cornice to the floor (another length) plus the margin for the hem (the bottom is separate, the top depends on the method of fastening), we add an adjustment to match the pattern.
3. Fabrics with a large pattern, periodically repeated along the roll, are positioned so that it is entirely visible at the top or bottom of the curtain, depending on the design. When calculating, we sum up the length of the pattern repeat plus the additional cost for the full height.
4. Sometimes the material puffs up when folds are formed, add another 3-5 cm for free sagging.

For tulle, the fold factor is 2 - 3 meters so that the curtain hangs beautifully on the window.

An example of calculations for a standard window, with a 2-meter cornice at a height of 2.6 m, if the fastening is on an assembly tape, tulle without a pattern:

• width: 2m x 2 (KS) = 4 m;
• length: 2.6 m + 0.15 m + 0.1 m = 2.85 m;
• patterned curtains with a repeat of 0.5 m, we count 2.6 m + 0.15 m + 0.1 m + 0.5 m = 3.35 m.

Attention! To the resulting length we add a margin for hem (the top is larger, depends on the type of fastening, the bottom is enough 2 cm.)

With the help of correctly selected curtains, you can skillfully emphasize the design of the room.

To avoid any doubts when buying curtains with a large pattern, it is better to take about a meter in reserve. If a piece of fabric remains unclaimed, it is better to sew sofa cushions from it - an excellent interior decor. It is much worse to hang short curtains, lower the cornice, or come up with frills, wide contrasting stripes and other design elements, hiding the “undersize”.

Basic rules for selecting curtains for wallpaper

There are rules that must be followed when choosing curtains:

1. If several colors stand out in the interior, for example, decorative elements, flooring or furniture, then it is preferable to choose one of them for curtains;
2. A guide to the walls, only a few tones lighter if you need a bright room, or darker when daylight needs to be dimmed;
3. Curtains for plain wallpaper are selected with large ornaments;

4. If you can’t choose a patterned curtain, then it’s better to give preference to a plain one.
   The classic option is milky and sandy colors. They are especially suitable for wall decoration with large prints; Advice! Avoid the same pattern on curtains and walls, since such a composition will merge together and will adversely affect the psychological characteristics of the perception of the shade.
5. Wallpapers not made from paper, for example, from bamboo, require placement of massive plain textile products on the windows.

The best manufacturers

Russian and foreign companies offer ceiling and wall models of various designs. Therefore, you should focus on the possibility of placing an individual order or purchasing a finished product with fittings.

LEGRAND

The domestic company manufactures and sells round and profile cornices. Wooden and plastic structures have affordable prices. You can order a holder of a non-standard size at the factory.

DDA

Products of the Moscow company and accessories are presented in the catalog on the official website. They are distinguished by their original design and high-quality coating. Wear-resistant models retain their original appearance for a long time.

Olexdeco

On the website of the Russian manufacturing company you can select and order a high-quality model for any interior. Cornices are delivered with a full set of fittings. Length can be customized to order.

Cessot

The French factory has been operating successfully for over 100 years. Elegant models made of brass, wood, and stainless steel are presented in six catalogs. You can also choose rings, hooks, and brackets for the products. French quality is more expensive than Russian quality. A custom size model is made in 2-3 weeks.

Wilma Gallery

The young company was founded in St. Petersburg in 2010. Products made of metal and plastic are popular due to their original design and color. To choose a round cornice in a fashionable shade of copper, chocolate or onyx, you need to go to the company’s showroom.

Selecting curtain sizes

Now you need to determine how to choose the right size of curtains and tulle. That is, find out what the dimensions of the curtains should be for a certain width of translucent curtains. The curtain curtain has a denser structure. Therefore, the KS will be less than for light veils and will be k = 1.5-2.

The higher the gathering factor, the more magnificent the folds on the curtains will be.

Let's calculate the required amount of material for thick curtains, which do not drape well due to their rough texture.

The length of the cornice is 3 m.

KS = 1.5.

Allowances – 6 cm.

Amount of curtain material: 300 cm x 1.5 = 450 cm + 6 cm (allowances) = 456 cm or 4 meters 56 cm.

As a result, you will get drapery as in the photo

If the texture is a little softer, lighter, and allows you to create a beautiful drapery, then the KS can be chosen more - k=2. Then the calculation will look like this:

The length of the cornice is 3 m.

KS = 2.

Allowances – 6 cm.

Amount of curtain material: 300 cm x 2 = 600 cm + 6 cm (allowances) = 606 cm or 6 meters 6 cm.

The photo shows curtains with a drapery ratio of 1:2

Red curtains in different interior styles

Thanks to a wide palette of shades, red color suits many interior styles:

• Modern styles based on laconicism and rigor: high-tech and minimalism. Against the background of white or gray wall decoration, with a minimal set of furniture and a large amount of free space, scarlet or coral curtains made of glossy thin satin, as in the photo, will look impressive;

• Pop art is a daring and bold style in which red curtains can fit very well into the original design composition. All bright and rich shades are suitable for this style. Curtains of this tone in the living room can be combined with pillows, sofa upholstery, armchairs, wall paintings, kitchen units (if the living room is combined with a kitchen) and other interior elements;

• Classic style. It goes well with curtains made of heavy, dense matte fabric in noble colors: terracotta, lingonberry, wine, burgundy and scarlet. One of the classic styles is the Old English style. To finish the floor and walls, you can use parquet boards made of dark wood. Furniture should also be chosen wooden, massive, with expensive upholstery in burgundy or cherry color. Chili pepper-colored curtains made of brocade or velvet will complete the picture. If you add pomp and golden shades to this interior, you get a Victorian-style design;

How to hang it correctly

Tulle

The choice of tulle fixation method is determined by its design and individual preferences. The following options exist:

1. Tulle with horizontal stripes is suitable for narrow rooms. For a space with a low ceiling, you should choose vertical prints.
2. In small spaces with a high ceiling, a lambrequin is used. It helps compensate for the disadvantages of the layout.
3. Using organza helps completely change the appearance of the window. This material is characterized by an unusual design. There is a shiny or matte finish. Metal threads are woven into the fabric.
4. To attach the tulle directly in the window opening without damaging the slopes, you should use a spacer spring curtain rod.
5. Tiebacks help you change the height of the tulle, control the depth of the folds, or combine it beautifully with curtains. Thanks to this, it is possible to obtain an original asymmetrical composition.
6. Tulle is easy to process. Therefore, the lower part or drawstring can be given an unusual shape. It is permissible to cut the bottom in the form of a semicircle or sew on openwork lace. An originally designed drawstring will be an excellent alternative to a lambrequin.

In combination with regular curtains or instead of them, it is permissible to use muslin. This curtain consists of individual cotton threads. The combination of materials of different shades helps to place curtains in the bedroom in an interesting way.

Curtains

Standard options are used for window design in the hall or dining room. They are also used for the bedroom. Such products can be attached to the cornice using loops, ties, and eyelets. It is also permissible to use rings and a drawstring. A lambrequin would be an interesting addition. In this case, it is allowed to combine different shades.

It is also possible to choose Austrian or French curtains. They are collected along the entire length. As a result, the folds form horizontal scallops. These options are used for the living room or bedroom. This is an excellent solution for large windows.

Roman blinds are hung in rooms where draped fabric looks out of place. The same applies to Japanese models.

Lambrequin

Lambrequins are often used in rooms with heavy curtains. Thanks to this, it is possible to make the interior refined and expensive. There are such types of modern lambrequins:

Soft

They are characterized by an important advantage - quick and easy installation. For such products, the same fabric is used as for the main curtains. Hard

Such products look rich, but require a strong and reliable base. Sometimes people try to keep installation simple and use double-sided adhesive tape. Combined. These models combine the features of soft and hard products. Combined lambrequins are considered the most popular. They are characterized by a solid foundation. At the same time, the main decor is made of soft material.

Eyelets

Curtains with eyelets are one of the most stylish solutions. These elements are rings made of plastic or metal. In this case, they are inserted directly into the fabric structure. Curtains secured in this way are almost impossible to tear off. In addition, this design looks impressive.

Eyelets cannot be used for tulle or other lightweight materials. Designers recommend choosing the shade and texture of these elements taking into account the style of the cornice. It is recommended to ensure that these parts match in color.

It is convenient to use the fabric on eyelets. It glides well, forming voluminous folds. Each of these mounting options is in harmony with a specific type of curtain.

The advantages of using eyelets include the following:

• ease of use;
• attractive design;
• smooth drapery;
• Possibility of combination with different types of drapes, curtains, curtains.

This type of fastening also has certain disadvantages. It is considered expensive and not suitable for lightweight materials. Also, eyelets are not used for Roman blinds.

Tips for decorating rooms in red. Examples of combining red with other shades

An important rule for using red is its correct combination with other color elements. Ambient tones influence the subjective assessment of the overall picture. With the help of a properly selected color palette, you can achieve the desired result.

The combination of green and red is associated with a flower bud and, despite the bright shades, they look harmonious with each other.

Warm shades, like cool ones, love opposites when combined. But it must be remembered that two strong colors (for example, red and green) do not suit each other and interact poorly. But it’s worth diluting them with a neutral color (for example, white), as the combination takes place and gives a feeling of greater calm.

In this case, the contrasts will interact.

If you use red curtains in the interior, a good complement to the idea will be small decorative elements of the same color tone. In this case, the coloring of the curtains will not be a random element in the room and will not “hurt” the eyes.

Curtains complemented with lambrequins are suitable for decorating a classic living room or bedroom.

When decorating rooms, you can resort to using a monochromatic palette of shades of red, making a transition from light to darker tones. For example, light crimson curtains will be combined with a scarlet carpet or bedspread. For the best combination, you need to add neutral and universal furniture colors to the decor: cream, beige, chocolate, white or others.

A classic combination of fabrics that suits both classic and modern designs.

Decorating a red room will harmoniously combine with a beige tone. In such a combination, the activity and brightness of the dominant color will decrease significantly. And in combination with a gray or silver tone, on the contrary, it will look brighter than usual.

Transparent material does not visually conceal the space and gives a feeling of spaciousness.

Thus, the element of red curtains in the interior can play many significant roles, which depend on the preferences of the person. Using such a tone is a bold choice, but if you play it correctly with accompanying shades, the result will be a beautiful and worthy picture of the whole house.

Considering the nature of color, in the interior of the house, red curtains will look more harmonious with the light color of the walls.

How to choose the right color

Curtains should be in harmony with the color scheme of the rest of the room's interior. But contrasting fabric color options are also possible.

Neutral

Neutral shades are the easiest to use:

1. White, milky colors on the windows are suitable for cold, Scandinavian-style interiors.
2. Beige shades combined with gold fittings, white furniture and walls are considered classics.
3. In the rooms on the south side of the house, blue-gray, pearl curtains are used.
4. Black products can diversify the color palette. This active and bright color is neutral in relation to others.

It is easier to calculate the sizes of curtains with neutral shades.

Match the color of the walls

When the walls in a small room with windows are on the same line, then you need to choose fabrics of the same color as the walls. You can only change the key. It is better to choose a tone darker or lighter. The room will seem elegant if the curtains are floral, with geometric patterns, and match the wallpaper.

To match the interior color

Designers often suggest creating an interior in one color scheme. Then the curtains should not be disharmonious. They are sewn from fabric to match the color of the room or a half-tone lighter or darker. Then the curtains will blend into the surrounding space without standing out.

Colored contrast

For plain, cold walls and furniture, contrasts are needed. These could be curtains that have a completely different, contrasting color scheme. For neutral colors: gray, blue, black, white - you need fabrics of green, orange, red tones on the windows.

Tricolor and bicolor

When choosing a tone for curtains, they can combine 2-3 colors from the interior. So burgundy and brown curtains on the windows can be combined with the walls and carpet pattern in color. At the end of the interior design work, they try to select the final combination of curtain fabrics to create a unity of style and color of the room.

Types and shades of red curtains

You can look at the photo for the red curtains in the living room interior to understand for yourself whether you like it or not. If we talk about the types, based on the style and texture, then the curtains are:

• Heavy velvet curtains. They are perfect for a boudoir or living room, they look very rich and majestic.
• Tulle. The tulle can also be red, and it looks great on the window even without a curtain.
• Roman. This is a rectangular curtain that is gathered into folds with ribbons. It looks quite neat and simple.
• French. In this color they look very advantageous and are suitable for Baroque, Art Deco and other styles.
• Japanese. They can be plain or have different patterns. Suitable for any modern style.
• Thread curtain. Thanks to the beautiful garter holding the curtain, they look very attractive.
• Blinds. They also come in red and are most appropriate in the Loft style.

If we talk about the shades of scarlet curtains, the most common and popular shades are lingonberry and crimson colors.

Lingonberry curtains

Lingonberry color is quite a dark color, so it makes the interior very strict and sublime. But it is ideal for people who do not like a lot of sunlight entering the room. The lack of light can always be filled with lamps and lamps. Lingonberry curtains are perfect for the living room, especially if it is large and spacious. A large desk or a massive soft corner will look great in such an interior. The lingonberry shade gives you vigor in the morning and perfectly calms you in the evening.

Do not overload the interior with color; a few red details will be enough.

Raspberry curtains

Raspberry color is also popular among lovers of bright colors. It is very rich, fresh and attracts attention. There are several shades of raspberry - dark and light, ruby-raspberry, raspberry red. Raspberry curtains go best with white walls. They are like a bright spot against the background of any pastel color. Such curtains are used in the bedroom, kitchen or living room, but you need to remember that they also visually make the room smaller. Crimson curtains are ideal for a girl’s children’s bedroom, because there they will look fabulous.

Long curtains or tulle are suitable for decorating almost any part of the house.

Examples of calculations

Calculate the dimensions of the finished curtains after the cornice is hung. Measure the length of the string and the distance to the floor or window sill.

The hem at the top of the curtains is made depending on the method of fastening:

1. When sewing on the braid under hooks of 7 centimeters, leave 14 for a double hem.
2. For clips and clothespins, you need 2-3 centimeters for hemming the fabric.
3. The drawstring is stitched with a width of 3 to 20 centimeters. A cornice rod or string will be inserted into this tunnel.
4. The rings driven into the holes on the top of the curtain are called grommets. In this case, add 10-20 centimeters to the total length of the curtains.

The fabric consumption includes the length of the supporting rod of the cornice with an addition of 20-25 centimeters. You need to take into account the number and depth of folds. The lighter and more airy the material, the more you need to leave for the folds.

The width of one curtain with a cornice length of 3 meters is calculated as follows: 3 meters are multiplied by 2 canvases and divided by the ruffle factor of 2. One curtain equals 3 meters. To this they add an allowance on the sides of 3 centimeters and an overlap of drawn curtains of 5.

If the fabric shrinks after washing, then you will have to buy 10% more of the total length. It is better to steam or wash the material before sewing to determine shrinkage.

How many meters of tulle do you need for a three meter window?

Housewives are often concerned about this very question. The popularity of the dilemma is easy to explain - this width is the most common and is considered standard. In this case, the width can be different: from 4.5 m to 9 m. Naturally, in the first case the material will fall in a small, uniform wave, in the second - in chic, lush coattails.

On the cornice, it is necessary to measure exactly the part along which the hooks will go - the working length of the cornice

As a rule, if the cornice is 3 meters, then how much tulle you need to take depends on the type of assembly chosen. If the length of the rod is 3 meters, then the calculation is done using the same formula given above. First you need to decide what kind of braid will be used. Accordingly, then the KS will be known, which will be needed to calculate the width of the material for sewing curtains.

So, let’s find out how much tulle is needed for a 3-meter window. Let's say the braid is chosen with large goblet-shaped folds, k=2.5.

3 m x 2.5 (KS) = 7.5 m + 6 cm (allowances for side hems) = 7.56 m.

That is, for a three-meter window for goblet folds you will need 7 meters 56 cm of tulle.

It is also necessary to take into account the frequency of folds, because they can be located at different pitches

How to correctly calculate the width: what is taken into account in the consumption of material for curtains

Before you independently calculate the width of the curtains, check whether complex double or triple curtains are needed.

1. If you want to hide the unsightly landscape of an industrial area outside a high-rise window, a single curtain made of thick fabric is enough.
2. The first floor or curious views from the windows of the house on the other side - if necessary, curtains should be easy to move along the eaves; complex folds are impractical.
3. When the main functionality is window decoration in interior design, it is better to choose stationary multi-layer curtains with beautiful folds and overlays; light should easily penetrate through the transparent curtain.
4. Night curtains are needed for shift workers, when during the day they have to fully rest in a darkened room.

If you are planning two curtains, then you should divide the length of the cornice by 2. Keep in mind that in some cases you may need an allowance for overlap in the central part of the cornice.

Attention! Most window veils are produced with a roll width ranging from 2.8 to 3.2 m. In this case, dense curtain fabric is often located from top to bottom.

The curtain can be wide and narrow - there should usually be two of them, the standard is:

• 1.4m;
• 2.8m;
• 3.0m.

Complex styles often involve different lengths of tulle, curtains and overlays.

In this case, the footage for each material is calculated separately, taking into account allowances for seams and edge processing. But the basis for calculating the width remains the assembly coefficient.

Examples in the interior of curtains in the loft style 2019

Curtains play an important role in decorating a room. Fashion dictates its own rules and allows you to get stylish options for decorating your own apartment. Everyone tries to keep up with fashion trends, but you shouldn’t forget about your own comfort.

In the Loft style, curtains play an important role in decorating a room.

Living room

The living room is an excellent option for fully demonstrating your design abilities. There are no restrictions that may be imposed when choosing curtains for a bedroom or children's room.

The living room is an excellent option for fully demonstrating your design abilities.

The living room should fully correspond to the character of the owners of the apartment. If the owners are discreet people, then the room should correspond to their behavior, without flashy colors and unnecessary decorative elements. If the owners are temperamental people, then this is usually evident from the design of their apartment.

The living room should fully correspond to the character of the owners of the apartment.

Kitchen

When choosing curtains for the kitchen, you need to pay attention to the fabric. Condensation and droplets of grease often appear in the kitchen when preparing dishes, which is why kitchen curtains must be practical. Even the presence of a hood will not be able to keep white curtains in the kitchen in their original form for a long time. Give preference to materials that are easy to clean.

Gray curtains in the interior of a kitchen in Loft style

Keep in mind that curtains in the kitchen are washed much more often than in other rooms, which is why when choosing a curtain rod, give preference to one on which you can easily hang and remove curtains.

When choosing a curtain rod, give preference to one that will be easy to hang and remove curtains on.

When choosing new curtains, do not neglect fashionable new items. For the kitchen in 2020, you need to give preference to simple and concise options that will be easy to clean and practical. Avoid additional decorative elements and folds where dust and grease can accumulate.

For the kitchen in 2020, you need to give preference to simple and concise options that will be easy to care for and practical.

Note! Don't neglect safety! Under no circumstances should curtains be close to the stove. Excessive accessories and elements are inappropriate in this case.

Bedroom

The bedroom is the most intimate room in the house. Its interior should be conducive to relaxation, tranquility, peaceful and long sleep.

It is very important to choose the right curtains that will protect against excessive light, create the necessary twilight and fill the room with comfort.

It is very important to choose the right curtains that will protect against excessive light, create the necessary twilight and fill the room with comfort.

Note! When choosing curtains for a bedroom on the east side, give preference to an option that will reliably protect from morning rays.

Bathroom

When choosing curtains for the bathroom, you should give preference to options made from moisture-resistant fabric. Roller blinds are very convenient in this case.

Curtains for the bathroom in Loft style

Do not forget that it is important to take into account fashion trends, but your own preferences should not be relegated to the background. The result obtained when decorating a room should not only suit you and be stylish, but also give you a feeling of comfort.

Criteria for selecting tulle for wallpaper: combination of color, style, window design

When choosing tulle for a room, you must proceed from what kind of wallpaper is hung in the room. After all, consistency in style and color is the key to a harmonious interior, and this should not be taken lightly.

The colors of the walls and curtains should not be the same, otherwise they will merge together in visual perception

Curtains that closely match the color of the wallpaper visually expand the room

Contrasting curtains will make the room visually smaller

Here are the basic recommendations on how to choose the right tulle for wallpaper:

The shade of the curtain should be either a couple of shades darker than the wallpaper, or contrasting. The ideal combination is bright and rich wallpaper with pastel tulle colors. Different types of tulle for windows will look harmonious in the interior depending on the lighting. If the room is dark, it should be made lighter, add more delicate shades, for example, choose curtains made of airy organza or veil. If the room is on the sunny side, then you should choose a dense product that does not allow sunlight to pass through, such as muslin. To make the window stand out in the room, you need to choose a simple, plain curtain to go with the patterned wallpaper.

If there is embroidery, an ornament or a monogram on the tulle, then it will be ideal for single-color wallpaper. To visually expand the space of a room, you should pay attention to cool colors; if the goal is to make the room smaller, then to warm ones. If the window is located in a niche or has a horizontal view, then the curtain must be hung to the level of the window sill.

When decorating a window with different curtains, one of them should match the color of the walls

In modern design it is fashionable to use contrasting shades

Curtains with a bright pattern will decorate a room with plain wallpaper for painting

Gray or silver curtains go well with blue wallpaper

Variations of curtain colors in the interior of a living room in a city apartment

The traditional solution is to choose the color of the curtains to match the overall palette of the room in terms of shade and intensity. But in a modern interior, curtains can be an accent detail and attract no less attention than upholstered furniture with luxurious upholstery, antiques and elaborate decorative elements.

Turquoise

Curtains in turquoise color refresh the interior and do not externally overload the room. Turquoise goes well with warm brown, beige, and white. The shade is suitable for any type of curtains, but Roman and classic straight curtains look best in turquoise.

Turquoise curtains do not overload the room.

Blue and light blue

Despite the fact that blue is a noble color, it can be used not only in a classic interior. “Marine” shades, due to their versatility, fit perfectly into the design of a living room in the Mediterranean style, art deco, modern, country, minimalism, etc.

The blue color will fit perfectly into the living room design.

The entire palette of blue is considered cold, so you should not hang such curtains in dark rooms.

If the windows face south, ultramarine curtains will bring freshness and coolness to the interior, while blue curtains will visually expand the room.

Lilac, violet and lilac

Purple can be an accent color, but it should be used with caution because too much dark color can make a room feel uncomfortable. In the living room, curtains in eggplant shades should be diluted with light companion colors: white, gray, beige.

Purple color must be used carefully.

Burgundy

The burgundy color symbolizes self-confidence, financial stability, and conservatism. The combination with brown looks aristocratic, and burgundy will become an accent color in a room decorated in white, beige, sand and gray tones. Original combinations are obtained by combining burgundy curtains with turquoise or emerald walls.

Burgundy color is conservative.

Such color-saturated curtains are best used in spacious rooms with good natural or artificial lighting. To prevent the interior from becoming too gloomy, aggressive and depressing, the shades of red should be no more than 30%.

Reds

Red is one of the basic colors, but it is better to use it in the interior in limited quantities. In a spacious room decorated in a light palette, bright red curtains will look impressive and stylish. For small living rooms, it is better to choose combinations of red with brown, white or green. Thin organza curtains or veils in a “porcelain rose” shade can add lightness to a room of any size.

Red curtains will look stylish.

If there is no goal to shade the room and hide from prying eyes, then they can be used solo, without an additional layer in the form of a thick curtain.

Mustard

Mustard is an expressive and complex color that requires special attention when combined with other interior elements. The most common combinations are with neutral or warm colors. In combination with a cold palette, the shade will look faded.

Mustard color has many shades.

It is not advisable to hang mustard curtains in small living rooms, because they will visually hide the free space. But this is a good accent if the room is made in light shades.

For greater contrast, you can combine different textures: smooth mustard curtains, white tulle, yellow fur pillows on a sofa with milky or beige upholstery.

Peach

Peach color is appropriate in ascetic minimalism, luxurious baroque and romantic Provence. Such curtains will complement white, gray, green, beige. For the living room, either a thin curtain, with a pattern or a plain one, or a thick curtain made of peach-colored fabric is suitable.

Peach curtains are the key to beauty, comfort and warmth in any interior.

Gold

Golden curtains are an easy way to add luxury and coziness to your interior. Shades of noble metal look good in rooms decorated in a warm color palette, but can also be combined with cool shades - burgundy, black, gray and dark blue.

Golden curtains are the wealth and luxury of your home.

It is better to choose long golden curtains and not combine them with silver elements (furniture handles, cornice). Such curtains are not suitable for small rooms with low ceilings and irregularly shaped windows.

Gray or silver

Gray curtains are universal: they are appropriate in Provence, modern, loft, country, and Mediterranean styles. Light shades can be used in rooms with different lighting, dark shades are well suited to interiors filled with sunlight. Those who love fashionable shades should choose slate, lilac-gray, ash, and black pearl color.

Gray curtains are universal.

Silver curtains are not as gloomy as dark gray ones. Depending on the density of the fabric and the depth of the folds, silver curtains can look rich or light, shining or softly shimmering, neutral or dominant.

Curtains gathered in horizontal folds look most impressive in this color.

Yellow

Yellow color is suitable for decorating rooms that face north. For sunny living rooms, it is better not to use a bright color so that it is comfortable to be in the room during the day. Yellow goes with any interior color. Combinations with matte gray, white, and turquoise look beautiful.

Yellow curtains are a bold choice, but it opens up a lot of room for creativity.

Orange

“Orange” shades will be out of place in classical, baroque, and empire styles, but will decorate progressively designed interiors. It is not advisable to use orange curtains in small rooms with bright natural light. This is always a bright accent that will not serve as a background for expressive decorative elements.

Orange curtains are recommended to be used to enliven light interiors.

Emerald

Emerald as an accent color in the interior highlights interesting details and makes the atmosphere in the room cozy. Curtains of such a rich shade are combined with calm lilac and cherry shades, neutral beige and gray, golden patterns and threads. In the design of a window opening, heavy emerald curtains can become an independent element. If necessary, they can be supplemented with transparent curtains.

Emerald curtains can transform a simple interior into an elegant one.

Pink

In a well-lit room, to refresh the interior, it is better to use cool shades of pink, while warm shades will make the room more comfortable. Bright curtains can be hard on the eyes and look harsh, but can act as an accent element.

Pink curtains refresh the interior.

Black

Black is a universal color that will add elegance and originality to any room. But to prevent the interior from being too gloomy, the walls and ceiling should be in light colors, and the concentration of black should not exceed 10-15%. When choosing dense fabric, you need to consider additional artificial lighting.

Black curtains add elegance.

Terracotta

The brown shade of red absorbs the depth of several colors. The shade is demanding, so it is better to choose simple straight curtains, and for rooms with high ceilings you can consider using lambrequins.

Terracotta color is all brown shades of red.

The combination of terracotta with shades of milk, dark chocolate, cheerful yellow, and ivory looks great.