What curtains are suitable for a bright bedroom?

Curtains are a textile element that can give any room of the house additional comfort and completeness. If you look at the bedrooms, you will notice that in most cases they are decorated in light colors, and this should definitely be taken into account when choosing curtains.

Not everyone knows what curtains can appear in light rooms for sleeping and relaxing, but it is important make sure that this accessory looks as organic as possible. To do this, you need to understand not only the types and materials of curtains, but also interior styles and color combinations.

There are many types of curtains, and all of them can be used in the interior of the bedroom. However, each species has its own unique characteristics.

• Classic the curtains are made of dense material that does not allow sunlight to pass through, and are quite long - almost the entire wall. They are often used in a bedchamber in combination with tulle curtains so that the room is not too dark during the day.

• Roman the curtains look like a straight fabric across the entire length of the window. When lifted, the fabric folds into soft folds. When assembled, this model looks very elegant.

• Curtains roll type also look like a straight panel that covers the entire surface of the window when unfolded. In the upper part of the structure there is a special roll, around which the canvas, as it rises, is wrapped during assembly.

• Do not lose their popularity in bedrooms and curtains such as blinds, which are fabric or plastic plates that can be used in three modes - fully closed, partially light-transmitting, or assembled.

• They look very creative filament curtains. In certain interior styles, they will become a real highlight of the bedroom. Models look like a series of straight threads, which can be decorated with various elements, for example, beads or sequins. They are used both in combination with curtains and independently.

• Models with lambrequin They look most appropriate in the bedrooms. Lambrequin is an element that horizontally covers the upper part of the window. It also helps to visually enlarge the window opening if you place this part of the curtains directly under the ceiling.

• Tulle curtains consist of a thin fabric that transmits light well. They are most commonly used in combination with curtains to balance daytime and nighttime lighting.

• If there is a balcony in the bedroom, or you just want to decorate the window in an original way, then they will suit you curtain models on one side, which can be fixed using special garters, making one part of the window opening more open.

• To create an accent on the curtain canvas, you can choose the option with 3D printing... When unfolded, such straight curtains will look like a whole picture. They do not need to be equipped with any accessories, as they will attract attention anyway.

• One of the attributes of luxury is French curtains. Their design looks very unusual, since the entire canvas, both disassembled and assembled, is decorated with folds located in several small rows.

Bedroom curtains can be made from a variety of fabrics. Let's list the most popular materials.

• Veil - thin matter that lets light into the room. It is customary to combine this fabric with dense curtains. The veil gives the window decoration lightness and airiness.
• Fans of natural materials can use cottonthat transmits light looks very organic. But this fabric wrinkles easily and can also shrink after washing.
• When silk threads are skillfully intertwined on a cloth made of natural or synthetic fabric, a special fabric is obtained called jacquard... It is popular for the production of curtains that give any bedroom a sturdy look.
• Blackout - material, the threads of which are intertwined very tightly. The result is opaque curtains.
• Linen curtains look very aesthetically pleasing. They do not accumulate dust, but just like cotton, they shrink after washing and require careful ironing.
• Silk canvases are good because, with a beautiful appearance, they still do not accumulate static electricity and dust. However, the fabric can easily burn out under the influence of the sun, so a special protective lining must be used.
• A cheaper analogue of silk - atlas... It is capable of reflecting light and has a shiny texture. The thickness of this fabric may vary. It is also light in weight and, as a result, dries quickly after washing.

To make a bedroom in light colors look harmonious, you need to choose a suitable interior design. Not all of the existing concepts involve the use of light colors in the design of the room. However, a number of styles will look quite appropriate, and each of them is characterized by special types of curtains.

• For interior in the style of Provence linen curtains work well and can also be paired with thinner curtains. Thick opaque fabrics are inappropriate here, because the Provencal design implies lightness. The main curtains in beige, light green, pink or white are usually decorated with a small floral print and can be fixed on the sides with clips or graceful ropes.

• A similar floral pattern is also appropriate for style. shabby chic. However, the main two colors for curtains in such a bedroom are white and light pink. Both weightless straight tulle models and options with a lambrequin are appropriate here.

• Light sleeping rooms can be arranged in scandinavian style... For this direction, simplicity of shapes and colors is important. Straight curtains are not even combined with tulle here.

• If the bedroom is decorated in light colors according to the concept minimalism, then the difference between the curtains and the Scandinavian design will be that in addition to curtains, the entire window is also curtained with thin fabric.

To create color harmony curtains in a bright bedroom can be selected with an emphasis on various landmarks.

• Compatibility with other textiles is key. Some products, for example silk, look harmonious only if they are ideally matched in color to the bedspread and decorative pillows.
• The color of the furniture is also important. For rooms with fittings designed to match the natural tones of wood, curtains in warm colors are suitable. They may include a small ornament.
• In a bedroom with white furniture, you can choose textiles according to the principle of harmony or contrast. Curtains can also be white or, conversely, have a rich solid color.
• In light rooms, this technique of color design is practiced, when the curtains are 1-2 tones darker than the color of the walls.

To choose the curtains that are most suitable for the features of the sleeping room, there are some useful tips to take into account.

• If your bedroom windows face north, go for thin fabrics like tulle or veils. They will transmit much more light than products made of dense material.
• If the window openings, on the contrary, face the south side, then it is advisable to use dense materials such as blackout. They will keep the bedroom from getting too hot on hot days.
• For a small room, it is advisable to choose curtains that are as simple as possible in design. Otherwise, complex structures will overload the bedroom, thereby depriving it of space.
• In addition to light walls, curtains with horizontal stripes or a pattern will visually make a narrow room wider.
• For a window with a bay window in a bright room, curtains in the Roman or French styles, made of thin fabrics, are suitable. The sides can be decorated with curtains.

If you still cannot decide on the choice of curtains for your bright bedroom, look at ready-made examples of interiors:

• deep brown, embodied in the side parts of the curtains, will perfectly dilute the beige bedroom, especially if it overlaps with other decorative elements;

• curtains made of iridescent fabric will perfectly complement the style with attributes of luxury and accessories made in golden colors;

• lambrequins can be made in a strict rectangular shape, which will repeat the shape of other pieces of furniture in a bright bedroom;

• If there are 2 windows in the bedroom, then even different types of curtains can be used on them, provided that they are in harmony in color and go well with the chosen concept.

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