When decorating the interior space of a private house, cottage or apartment, there are no trifles, because every detail and decorative item can affect the visual perception of a particular room. Curtains are also a decorative element that is of enormous importance for a window opening, which has a practical and aesthetic function at the same time. This textile is used to regulate the illumination of the room, as well as to hide household members from annoying neighbors.
However, recently, special attention has been paid to the aesthetic component, because curtains can become a decoration that emphasizes the window opening. The choice of curtains becomes more difficult if the room has a small window, which introduces a number of restrictions. How to choose the right curtains for rooms with small windows? Find out about it with us.
Selection rules
The main principle when choosing a shade of curtains is full compliance with the color scheme of the room:
- curtains must fully match the overall tone of the interior, or present a bright contrast;
- You should not purchase products in very dark and gloomy tones, as well as overly rich colors;
- A good option would be to choose Roman or roller blinds.
Photos of small curtains posted on store websites can help you make the right choice. A competent selection of colors can turn the most ordinary window into a real pearl of the interior.
Conclusion
Despite the abundance of prohibitions and wishes, choosing the best option for decorating a window in a room with a shortage of space is not so difficult. The main thing is to adhere to the principle of minimalism, not be afraid of experiments, use your own imagination and not neglect the experience of professionals.
According to experts, a room does not seem so small if its design is constantly changing. You can buy two options for curtains and two options for tulle for one room (it is advisable that all pieces of fabric match each other). This will allow you to change the design of the window as the desire arises and use the free space in a new way.
Materials
Not all fabrics from which curtains are made are suitable for small rooms and small windows. Curtains made of synthetic materials are far from the best choice. Curtains made from:
- natural flax;
- cotton fabrics;
- silks.
The listed materials not only look great, but also provide an environmentally friendly atmosphere in the apartment.
Advice! Choose products made in light colors - they transmit the sun's rays better, which is very important for small rooms.
How to choose curtains, curtains and tulle in the same style for a private home
The combination of curtains and tulle is not an easy task. Even if a thick curtain and weightless tulle look stylish and impressive separately, in each other’s “society” they can either get lost or start “arguing” with each other. And if we are talking about non-standard design, then the situation is aggravated significantly.
Rustic curtains are predominantly made from linen, cotton or chintz.
The combination rules do not change.
- If you prefer voluminous curtain fabrics, then the tulle should be light and plain.
- If you prefer plain and smooth curtains, then tulle can be chosen with a voluminous printed pattern or even multi-colored.
Such curtains do not necessarily have to be long; on the contrary, shortened versions are often preferred.
By the way, modern design is very democratic. He takes some liberties. For example, in the photo the tulle is located in the second layer. And the glass itself is protected by roller blinds or blinds.
To ensure sufficient light enters the kitchen, a short curtain that lets in the sun's rays is a priority.
Even pompous classics look appropriate. Plain curtains and openwork tulle are a wonderful combination.
Design tricks
Decorating a small room has its own characteristics. The choice of interior elements implies the following rules:
- it is necessary to choose curtains that will block sunlight not due to the dense texture of the material, but due to the arrangement of thin threads;
- A long cornice will help to visually expand the window opening;
- the shape of the curtains should be simple, with the smallest number of folds;
- you should select curtains in pastel colors;
- tulle, thanks to its transparency, allows you to muffle daylight, and at the same time give the interior completeness.
Using these tricks will allow you to achieve a very impressive and original design of curtains for a small window.
The main qualities of short tulle
Placed short tulle on the window has significant advantages compared to the usual long tulle. The main positive aspects of short tulle:
- this tulle can give the room more spaciousness and lightness, especially in a small room;
- This tulle is quite easy and simple to wash and iron;
- short tulle looks very harmonious with various decorative elements: bows, fringe, hairpins, tassels...;
- this tulle allows maximum access to the window sill, which allows it to be used for flower pots, figurines...;
- an excellent option for a room where there are small children or pets;
- short tulle is more budget-friendly than standard long tulle.
Kitchen windows
Curtains in the kitchen perform several functions:
- fenced off from the indiscreet gaze of neighbors;
- create comfort;
- allow you to hide flaws;
- protect from direct sunlight.
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Among the options for curtains for a small kitchen, we highlight the following:
- Roman or roll;
- alpine;
- curtains with lambrequin;
- coffee curtains;
- blinds.
Decorating a window with tulle curtains will be spectacular and elegant; special curtains with muslin are perfect.
Examples of designing small windows in a private house
An interesting solution for two small windows located side by side. Mirror design looks creative.
If the wallpaper in the kitchen has a pattern, the curtain should be plain and vice versa.
A curtain made of two canvases with the same print is a comfortable and cozy design in a country house.
Using a cornice, you can visually add a couple of centimeters to the height of the ceiling.
In this case, it is not the window that attracts attention, but the peach curtains.
Light curtains are considered a win-win option.
As you can see, window size is not a problem. A competent combination of fabrics, the right choice of model and the desire to create a creative element will help to “color” any design solution.
As a result, even a small room will become very cozy and comfortable.
Curtains-cafe
An ideal option for a small kitchen. Instead of a cornice, you can use a thin strip.
When using such curtains, the upper part of the window remains open, creating the visual effect of a high ceiling.
Lambrequin
An exquisite decoration for window openings, but in small rooms the most laconic forms should be used.
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Advice! Categorically not suitable for a kitchen decorated in a high-tech or minimalist style. Look great in an interior designed in a classic style.
Drapery forms
Figured lambrequins are ordinary fabric that still needs to be decorated. The drapery method will help with this, that is, creating curly folds on the canvas.
The peculiarity of this method is that it creates the same atmosphere that is found in theaters and operas.
The formation of the drape can occur according to different patterns, which determines the splendor of the window opening. In total, there are 6 types of drapery, which have different folds and shapes.
Coquille. It is used for wide windows, where drapery with an acute angle is made in the middle. Silk-based fabrics are best suited.
Swagi. Even sagging of the fabric, with light folds. They can be symmetrical, one-sided, contrasting and plain. They are selected depending on the size of the room and the general mood of the interior.
Jabot. It is a modified swag. Drapery is done along the edges, without affecting the middle of the opening. It got its name due to the shape of the folds, similar to the French frill.
Crossover or half-swag. As a rule, it is used in a combination of two lambrequins. The hard canopy is installed in the standard way, and the second one is thrown over the eaves.
Tie. The structure of the tie is close to a frill, but has a specific knot, between which there are vertical folds.
Cascade. It is created from several lambrequins. Two of them go down, covering the canvas in the middle. This creates a trapezoidal segment.
Roll options
These curtains, otherwise called Roman, have a lot of advantages. They don’t take up space – because They represent a sheet of fabric that can be easily removed into a special device located near the cornice.
Classic Roman blinds look simple, but at the same time elegant and fit into the interior of any room.
Cascading curtains have small folds that form a beautiful drapery. They are best suited to rooms whose interior is decorated in country and art deco styles.
Decide on a style
Let's look at the example of three main styles that are suitable for any dacha. They all create a warm, comfortable atmosphere in their own way. These styles include country, eco-style and Provence.
Room decorations
Check out several ways to save space and at the same time successfully design a small window opening:
- curtains should not have designs or patterns - this distracts attention;
- The shape of the curtains should be as simple as possible, because complex designs visually reduce space;
- When choosing a color, you should give preference to plain pastel tones, because... bright colors “eat up” the space.
Designers do not recommend using the following types of curtains in a small room:
- with colorful, large and complex patterns;
- draperies with many folds;
- curtains with vertical stripes;
- multi-layer curtains that reduce the illumination of the room.
Advice! In order to “dilute” the monochromatic shade of the curtains, you should add multi-colored ribbons and other decorative elements to decorate the cornice.
Color spectrum
The choice of color is an important decision when creating an interior.
- Beige.
- Green.
- White.
- Violet.
- Red.
- Black.
- Brown.
- Lilac.
- Grey.
- Blue.
Self-production
For a small window, be it for the kitchen or for the room, you can sew small curtains with your own hands. The technique of such work is simple and even a novice tailor can do it.
A prerequisite is that you must use natural fabrics of two colors.
Progress
The easiest way to make it yourself is to sew curtains with hinges. The work is performed in the following sequence:
- For the curtains themselves, two sheets of the required size are cut from the same fabric.
- Decorative details are cut out from fabric of a different color.
- The bottom trim is sewn together like a pocket, and only then sewn to both panels.
- The loops are sewn from the inside out, then turned inside out. The loops should be smoothed out so that no thread stitches or any irregularities are visible on them.
- On the reverse side, the loops are sewn to the top of the fabrics.
For decoration purposes, you can use frills, ruffles or bows. But moderation must be observed!
Glamorous curtains
An interior in glamor style would not be complete without decorative curtains made of velvet and satin. Smooth fabric topped with a cord with tassels will become a real decoration for the windows of different rooms:
- in the living room in glamor style, will emphasize the elegant, sophisticated character of the interior,
- in the bedroom will give the interior a boudoir climate.
