French curtains in the interior

Correctly selected curtains can become a real interior decoration. There are many varieties of these decorative elements. French curtains look especially chic and rich. In this article, we will consider what role they play in interior compositions.

Many have heard of French curtains, but few know how they actually look. This name is given to woven fabrics, beautifully draped with a significant number of folds. They run along the entire length of the canvases. The folds always remain on the French curtain, no matter what position it is in - both raised and lowered. In the lower half of the curtains under consideration there are special loops, laces pass, which, when pulled together, form scallops.

It should be noted that French curtains are considered to be one of the most beautiful and spectacular. They have another name. - awnings.

Chic awning curtains are very popular. Many people want to see them in their homes. Let's figure out the main positive qualities of such beautiful products.

• The main advantage of the marquis is in their rich appearance... They look really luxurious. Often such products, being in the interior, focus a lot of attention on themselves.

• These types of curtains boast universality... They are great for almost any setting.And we are talking not only about a residential building, but also about a restaurant, cafe, concert hall or any other public institution. Not every type of curtain is so versatile.

• Awnings go very well with other types of curtains. In order to truly maintain the harmony of all combinations, it is recommended to give preference to attractive, smooth curtains.

• Modern French curtains can be made from a wide variety of fabrics, differing in colors. It is possible to choose the ideal option for an environment sustained in almost any color scheme.

Awnings have such positive qualities that make them, indeed, popular and in demand among modern users. However, these products are not without certain disadvantages. The main one is that sewing French curtains always requires a lot of fabric. Another minus follows from this, which consists in the complexity of caring for such things. Both washing and ironing the awning requires a lot of free time, patience and effort. Sometimes people refuse the products in question precisely for these reasons.

Chic French curtains come in several varieties. Each of the options has its own characteristics and quality characteristics. They must be taken into account if it is planned to install awnings in your home.

Let's take a closer look at the popular types of French curtains.

• Lifting... These types of curtains are considered among the most popular and widespread. They are chosen by many people who want to bring luxurious notes to their homes. Lifting French curtains are solid woven fabrics that can be lifted without problems. A simple mechanism is used for this. When lifted, these types of curtains form spectacular waves, as well as very lush folds, the difference of which lies in a noticeable volume. Lifting curtains look amazing.

• Fixed... Classic types of marquises, which also look very presentable and aristocratic. Such canvases cover the window all the time. They always remain static. Their movement in different directions is not provided. Raising the fixed curtains will not work either.

French curtains are divided into different types, not only by the presence or absence of additional mechanisms, but also by their size. For different environments, people choose options in different sizes. Consider what French curtains are.

• Long... Adequate curtains are some of the most popular. They are found in dwellings most often, belong to the classic type. Long canvases can easily prove to be a win-win solution for spacious and large spaces. Often these options are draped effectively, due to which the fabrics are given a unique softness and sophistication. The whole interior from this begins to play with completely different colors.

• Short... Awnings are not only long, but also short. Such varieties are selected based on the distinctive characteristics and characteristics of the room in which they are planned to be installed. For example, the products under consideration will look harmonious in cases where a sofa is placed near the window, the window sill "flows" into the countertop. Short curtains will also look good in rooms that do not differ in a large square.

Canvases of different lengths are suitable for different rooms and layouts. This feature must be taken into account when choosing a certain type of awning.

It is worth considering the style in which French curtains are made.

Let us consider in detail what characteristics the products, designed in different styles, have.

• Classical... The classics are unlikely to ever go out of style. These curtains are the true embodiment of this impeccable elegant style.Gracefully flowing accordion-shaped draperies will simply amazingly fit into a classic interior. Awnings will bring notes of celebration, sophistication, and elegance combined with rich splendor to such an atmosphere.

• Provence... This style has become very popular lately. The elegant exterior design of charming French curtains will harmoniously echo with the simplicity and laconicism of Provence-style interiors.

• Modern... Today, furnishings designed in a modern style are in great demand. Awnings can very well emphasize the freedom of this stylistic direction. With their help, it will be possible to make the atmosphere very cozy and welcoming, they will bring soft diffused light. The whole room will be well lit.

• Baroque... Baroque interiors look very expensive and aristocratic. Baroque is a pompous and solemn style, characterized by demonstrative, pronounced luxury. For such interior compositions, French curtains of the highest quality will be ideal. They will look especially harmonious and impressive, evoke vivid associations with the grace of real palaces.

Luxurious awnings are made from different types of fabrics. Each of the options differs not only in external data, but also in quality characteristics, the complexity of care. Let's take a closer look at what materials are most often used for sewing solid French curtains.

• Linen... Linen curtains are characterized by a very attractive appearance. They are pleasant to the touch, they can easily withstand a large number of washes. For a long time, these products do not lose their original attractive appearance.

• Velvet... No less attractive and solid fabric. This material attracts attention with its amazing depth of color. On the surface of the velvet curtains, there is a dense pile, which demonstrates a very pleasant playing chiaroscuro.

• Veil... If you want to give the interior a little softness and airiness, then it makes sense to choose beautiful curtains from a white veil. Such products become wonderful decorations for any windows. They will look good both on their own and in tandem with denser or lighter woven fabrics.

• Silk... A very beautiful material with a smooth surface, high strength, coupled with softness. It has the ability to be painted in a huge variety of shades. Silk awnings shimmer delightfully in the light, thereby attracting even more attention.

• Organza... Excellent French curtains come from organza. If such products are present in the interior composition, then it will immediately become much lighter and more elegant. Awnings made from this material can successfully highlight many of the styles. In many cases, people choose these French curtains to make the setting truly charming.

• Satin fabric... This material also looks very nice. It is quite dense and can be draped effectively. The satin surface is perfectly smooth. Satin awnings give an interesting radiant shine that occurs when light is reflected.

Today, on sale and on order, you can buy beautiful awnings, made in a variety of colors. Most popular shades look beautiful on "French women".

• White... A versatile color that blends very well into most different environments. It symbolizes purity, harmony, complete peace, tranquility. The window, which is decorated with canvases of this color, creates a very pleasant feeling of lightness and softness. Due to this, the whole room seems delicate and literally weightless.

• Red... This color is bright and very emotional, evokes associations with strength and energy. Awnings made in such expressive colors will be extremely difficult to miss in the interior composition. Red canvases, attracting a lot of attention, will definitely become a bright accent of the room.

• Beige... A more neutral color. Curtains and tulle made in this calm color will harmoniously fit into almost all possible interior compositions. The light that passes through the beige awning is noticeably warmer, making the room much more comfortable and calm.

• Pink... This is a gentle shade of morning dawn, freshness, charm. Many people like it and looks good on French curtains. Pink awnings can easily become an original solution. Due to them, the interior will be able to add a little charisma.

• Purple... This color is also difficult to call standard and familiar, like pink. Violet demonstrates sensuality, mystery, beautiful depth of color. If the interior has an unusual decor, sustained in such shades, then the resulting atmosphere will contribute to inspiration, creative thinking.

• Green... If you want to create a fresh atmosphere in the room, then you can take a closer look at green awnings. It is presented in a wide variety of shades, making it possible to choose the ideal option for any style and type of room.

Before buying, you need to calculate the footage of the canvas that you liked. To do this, you need to measure the length of the cornice, and then multiply the resulting number by the assembly factor... For silk fabrics it will be 2.5 m, for nylon - 2.2 m, and for organza - 1.8 m. Then the length of the curtain is measured from the cornice to the desired point. The resulting number will also need to be multiplied by the build rate.

Awnings need to be picked up correctly, and then hung in the same way. First, let's look at what to look for when looking for the perfect canvases.

• The first thing to look out for is this is the material from which the curtains are made. It must be UV resistant. It is advisable to give preference to more practical fabrics of optimal density. The woven material must be strong, durable and reliable. Of course, the appearance of the material plays an important role.

• Need to pick up curtains optimal modification. Some people like the classic stationary options, while others prefer lifting curtains. You need to decide which copy will suit you best. This also applies to the parameters of the length of the curtains. For large and spacious rooms, long ones are more suitable, and for small rooms, shorter products.

• It is important to consider the style and colors of French curtains. On sale you can find a great variety of models presented in a huge range of colors. Choose an option that will harmoniously fit into the interior, and not knock out of it.

• It must be ensured that the items to be selected are characterized by high quality. The material from which the curtains are made should be free from damage, defects, or hints of fading. Examine the curtains carefully for such problems.

Quality French curtains can be purchased from specialist stores that sell other types of curtains and different types of fabrics. Many people purchase such things to order, or make them with their own hands.

Many people are wondering where exactly can awnings be hung? For the owners of spacious houses, they can be safely installed as a luxurious decoration of the dining room. For a window with large width and height indicators, a light stationary curtain will be an excellent solution. In dining rooms, white or curtains of other light shades look best.

And also curtains can be hung in the hall or living room... They will be a good solution for a bedroom, in which many people prefer not to resort to cluttering with different decorations. Beautiful awnings will easily take on their role.

There are many other places where you can hang French curtains. This can be a children's room, plastic windows located next to the balcony door and other areas.... Some people hang awnings on the stairs or on a spectacular bay window, if there is one in the home - there are a lot of options.

Attaching the awning to the cornice can be done in different ways. Here are some of the most common ones:

• Velcro;

• braid or special curtain tape;

• loops.

We must not forget that French curtains are an unusual and special thing. This applies not only to their aristocratic design performance, but also to the peculiarities of caring for them. The fact is that such products have many folds, therefore the usual care measures will not be suitable.

Let's consider how you can and should wash these beautiful, but capricious products in terms of care.

• Such products are allowed to be washed in a regular washing machine. The main thing is to choose the optimal washing mode so as not to harm the products. It is best to choose the delicate mode without spinning - this is one of the best solutions.

• Allowed to wash in special bags... These things are sold in many stores. People often turn to the use of these bags because they protect the awnings from possible deformation during the washing process.

With the washing of these things, the situation is relatively clear. Some people refuse to wash awnings in simple machines at all, turning to dry cleaning.

But there are several more features of the care of these curtains. In no case should they be neglected.

• Fine and large woven fabrics can collect dust and dry dirt... It is best to get rid of it with an ordinary vacuum cleaner. It is enough just to walk through the numerous folds of the material with a special nozzle.

• Do not iron French curtains after washing. Instead of the usual iron, it makes sense to use a steamer.

Many people, wishing to transform their home, turn to decorating windows with French curtains, which look original and expensive. In this, only Austrian curtains, which also have many folds, can compete with them. Consider a few examples of beautiful interiors, complemented by elegant awnings.

• Pastel pale pink awnings made of translucent fabric will look amazing on a large window in a spacious room, designed in white tones. Next to the window, decorated with curtains, you can put an expensive sofa or ottoman with white wrought iron elements.Furniture with upholstery and decorative pillows, the color of which matches the shade of the curtains, will look best.

• Short snow-white awning curtains can be hung on the windows in the bay window. Often, it is in such areas that cozy dining rooms are equipped, as in the image in question. Against the background of a bay window with awnings, a snow-white table with dark wood chairs will harmoniously look.

• In the kitchen, mainly made in calm milky tones, short French curtains to match the color of the headset with black edging will look very beautiful and harmonious... In a room with such components, you can hang an expensive chandelier with pendants, put an equally expensive kitchen set. The multi-level ceiling will be especially effective in this composition. Curtains will harmoniously complete the rich interior.