Today, manufacturers offervarious types of curtains to cover the window opening. Among them, Roman blinds occupy a leading position in the interior. They are very functional, light and elegant. Roman blinds have the property of softly diffusing light. The sun's rays, passing through the fabric, acquire one or another shade. Roman blinds serve as a wonderful addition to the interior of a bedroom, children's room, living room or kitchen.
Roman blinds will highlight and complement any interior.
Main characteristics
Roller blinds have been used sinceRoman Empire times. It was this circumstance that played a role in the name of the curtains. Their design has remained almost unchanged over time. Roman blinds have a fairly simple mechanism and a laconic cut. Only the texture of the fabrics has changed. Additional decorative elements have also appeared.
Installation of a Roman blind.Roman blinds consist of a cornice to which the fabric is attached. It is pierced by special rods that form folds and take part in the control. At the very bottom, a weight is sewn into the roll of material, which allows the curtain to keep its shape. Roman blinds are adjusted using a mechanism on a chain or cord. It allows you to raise and lower the curtains, forming neat folds. If desired, the curtain is installed in any convenient position. Roller curtains are fastened to the window sash or the entire opening. Roman blinds in the interior look interesting on their own or in combination with various decorative techniques. There are two types of roller curtains:
- classical;
- cascading.
The first option is simplea smooth fabric that forms even horizontal folds when lifted. Such curtains look good in any interior and suit all styles. The cascade type creates folds even when fully opened. Such curtains are most often used in interiors with a traditional or country style. Return to contents</a>
Application of roller blinds in the bedroom
The most common cascading roman blindsare used in interiors with a traditional or country style. Roman blinds have found their application in such a cozy and intimate corner of the apartment as a bedroom. They allow you to reliably hide from prying eyes and at the same time emphasize stylistic solutions. Roller blinds help regulate the flow of sunlight. Choosing a denser material will significantly shade the room. Thick silk is well suited for this purpose. And organza or thin cambric softly diffuses light, creating an impression of softness and lightness. In a small room, Roman blinds should harmoniously match the color scheme of the room. If you choose curtains of a shade similar to the wall that surrounds the window opening, you can visually enlarge the room. An excellent choice would be a medium-density material. The light passing through it will help the room acquire airiness and lightness. In addition, it will be easier for you to wake up in the morning.
The color of the curtains should match the wallpaper orother design elements. Many designers select the structure and shade of curtains to match the existing bedspreads and upholstery of the upholstered furniture in the bedroom interior. But it is desirable that they simply emphasize the general stylistic solution of the room. It is enough to choose curtains that match the tone of the sofa cushions or bedspreads. The bedroom is the room in the house where most of the rest time is spent. Therefore, everything here should be thought out for the comfort of the owners. An electric control mechanism for roller blinds will be an excellent choice. This option will allow you to control their opening using a remote control. Return to contents</a>
Roman curtains in the living room
Beautiful drapery of roller blinds ininterior will help to decorate your living room in the daytime and in the evening. For the design of a room intended for receiving guests, it is better to choose a fairly dense fabric. It will help to create the necessary coziness. Various combinations of the structure of materials are allowed here. You can decorate the interior of the living room with transparent roller blinds, harmoniously complementing them with thick heavy curtains. This technique is recommended for spacious rooms. For a small living room, it is advisable to opt for one type of curtains. If they have contrasting patterns against a background of colors close to the overall color scheme of the living room, this will help to give the room freshness and originality.
Roman blinds that repeat the tone of the walls, but havedrawings will help to bring individuality to the room. The option with a Roman blind, which repeats the tone of the walls, but has small drawings, will help to bring individuality and sophistication to the room for receiving guests. The play of contrasts, on the contrary, gives the room a solemnity. If you prefer natural materials, then Roman blinds made of bamboo or linen will be a great option for you. Such an interior looks very natural. Return to contents</a>
Using Roman curtains in the kitchen
Combination of modern kitchen interiorrooms with roller blinds look very relevant. Roman blinds for the kitchen not only act as a decorative item, but are also quite functional. The best option for the kitchen will be materials with water-repellent properties and impregnation that prevents dirt. Such curtains are easy to wash. To clean them, simply remove them from the cornice and free them from the guides. When choosing roller blinds for the kitchen, you should pay attention to the following recommendations:
For a small kitchen, you need to buy curtains of medium density and light shades.
Kitchen curtains should match the overallinterior design, and not contrast with them. This will give the necessary softness. The only exception is a room with a fairly large area. A small kitchen, the windows of which do not face south, requires light materials. The decor on them should match the patterns on the kitchen items and not go beyond the overall style of the room. Medium length is the right solution for any kitchen. Such curtains do not take up much space and allow you to decorate the window opening. When combining two types of curtains, you need to choose light colors that will help visually enlarge the room. For the kitchen, it is advisable to choose natural fabrics. Modern industry offers a wide selection of curtains made of cotton and linen. If desired, you can use silk or satin, but heavy fabrics should be avoided. Return to contents</a>
Roller blinds in the interior of the children's room
For small children, Roman blinds arethe ideal option. They are characterized by safety, ease of use and elegance. Only natural materials should be in the children's room. It is easier to care for thick and smooth fabric, so you need to choose products made of satin, linen and cotton. Often, when designing the interior of a child's room, they opt for curtains with large patterns and too bright colors. Such options have the ability to distract attention, so it is better to decorate the room with plain curtains. A bright floral edging will be an appropriate decor here. It is recommended to choose Roman blinds for a child's room with mechanical control. Children will perceive the presence of a remote control as another toy and will quickly disable the mechanism. When buying curtains for a child's room, do not forget about the effect of color on the psyche. The optimal color solutions will be all light shades of green, blue and yellow. They calm the child's psyche, stimulate the appetite, and give a sound sleep. Do not forget that the curtains in the interior of the child's room should be in harmony with the surrounding space and complement it.
