Functions and value of using curtains
Probably no one will be able to say how many thousands of years ago curtains first entered human life. Yes, yes, exactly millennia, because primitive man, living in a cave and having no windows in it, curtained the entrance door with skin. This was probably the third action of ancient man:
- first he blocked the entrance to the cave with a stone so that the animals could not attack him,
- then he made a cape over his body from the skin,
- then he hung the skin over the entrance to the room where he slept to keep it warm.
To this day, fabrics of various textures, patterns and densities perform a variety of protective and other functions:
- thermal insulation (reduce heat loss in the room),
- environmental (reduces the ingress of street dust and other small solid particles from polluted streets of megacities and industrial centers),
- regulating (controls the amount of daylight and other light from the street or other premises),
- noise-absorbing (remember theater interiors, upholstered and hung with velvet),
- maintaining the privacy of the owner of the premises and all his guests,
- protective (along with bulletproof steles, similar curtains can be used),
- aesthetic (decorates the room, gives it a particular style),
- image (increasing the status or profitability of the owner, for example, imperial curtains),
- zoning the room (remember the canopies over the beds of sheikhs and kings or thread-like curtains in modern beauty salons).
Of course, the last three functions can easily be attributed to the design (aesthetic) category, but still they have different purposes.
In the end, the first requirement of the consumer is functionality (for example, darkening the room), and only then its aesthetic appearance (style), which is observed as an indispensable condition for high-quality interior design.
Why Ikea, why now?
Any housewife always strives to improve the kitchen in every detail. First of all, she wants to make it more comfortable and practical, then more attractive and cozy, so that everyone feels completely at ease around them and can relax.
IKEA roller blinds.
For example, a corner sofa in the kitchen can be updated with the simplest multi-colored pillows and a blanket. Well, curtains in the kitchen will add bright colors, freshness, a cheerful and carefree mood to the most important room in the entire apartment.
You ask the question: “Why Ikea?” But the answer is quite simple and obvious. To begin with, in the stores of this company you will be assisted with the correct organization of the space of your home, taking into account the size and layout. In addition, only in this company you will be able to immediately formulate a kitchen design concept, and also buy everything you need for this undertaking.
IKEA will bring its own flair to the interior of the room.
And finally, what distinguishes Ikea products is the latest innovations that are introduced into the interior that is familiar to us. Bright colors, interesting patterns and various textures will fill your life with unsurpassed, never-before-experienced sensations!
It is also worth adding that prices for Ikea products are affordable to any average citizen of the Russian-speaking space. At the same time, the quality, practicality and functionality of the items from this company have long been appreciated by our compatriots. This is even evidenced by the popularity rankings over the past couple of years.
Types and elements of curtains
Even a person inexperienced in design matters understands that these canvases on the openings differ not only in size and thickness, but also in their control mechanism. Let's take a look at the components of these products together using the example of photos of new IKEA curtains.
Any self-respecting and beautiful curtain can meet and combine 4 elements:
- curtain (a large basic piece of dense and heavy fabric, providing maximum room darkening and noise reduction),
- curtains (a large piece of translucent or transparent lightweight fabric that provides more privacy and adds aesthetics to the room when the curtain is pulled back - for example, during the day),
- lambrequin (a small horizontal piece of fabric at the very top of the curtain, masking its cornice),
- tiebacks (paired strands, ropes with tassels or small thin pieces of fabric that collect curtains in their middle part, usually during the daytime).
Classic Roman style
Classics are always popular and Ikea Roman blinds are in great demand. They are quite versatile and suitable for different types of interior design. They differ from other types of curtains in the way they open. When raised, they form beautiful folded drapes, adding an element of elegance to the room.
Compared to all other types of curtains, Roman curtains always look solid and elegant. In addition to aesthetic advantages, they also have practical sides. They are often chosen for small windows and small rooms, as they take up little space.
In addition, Roman-style curtains are made from moisture-resistant materials, which allows them to be used for zoning showers and bathrooms. They can be attached with Velcro, which makes them easier to clean hygienically. Such curtains can be made from materials with any pattern - a background with flowers, geometric patterns and abstract weaves.
Regardless of density, they can easily adjust the lighting of the room from the window. A thin strip is sewn to the bottom of each curtain, which holds them in place during gusts of wind or strong drafts.
Ikea offers various options for using Roman-style curtains. This can be a combination of thin tulle fabric with thick sliding curtains or, conversely, airy curtains together with thick rising curtains.
Differences between curtains, curtains, drapes and blinds
All types of fabrics placed in an opening (door or window) are essentially curtains because they cover it. And you need to remember that the word “curtains” is an old Russian word, and “curtains” are an analogue of French linen on windows and doors.
But depending on the complexity and design features of these pieces of fabric, we can talk about:
- curtain (a piece of fabric simplified in terms of the number of elements and design, often hanging in the door),
- curtains (their complexity and structure were described above),
- blinds (a variant of curtains for windows, consisting of slats and having a mechanism for collecting and unfolding).
IKEA curtains occupy a special, central place in the interior of living rooms and bedrooms. Framing and decorating the area where daylight penetrates, they always catch the eye. Therefore, it is so important to understand what type of curtains are appropriate for a given type of room and what materials they should be made of.
Cornices from Ikea
Stylish, suitable for installation and creating coziness in any interior, Ikea curtain rods remain a favorite accessory of many designers.
With their help, you can think through the most complex ways of attaching and hanging drapery curtains. They can easily go around corners, bending after the walls of a complex structure. They can be made from one, two or three rows.
Ikea curtain rods are made of durable and lightweight material and, thanks to this, they can withstand curtains of any weight and length. They can be hung on a corner cornice for draperies that zone the room.
The holders on the curtain rods are equipped with an adjustment mechanism and this allows you to move the curtains closer or further from the wall. Some curtain rod designs can adjust the length of curtains.
Curtains for bedroom
It is in this type of room that curtains fulfill their most important purpose - they darken the room and provide people with quality sleep.
Scientists have found that women look good if they go to bed at 10-11 pm. In summer, in many cities of the country at this time it is still light, and it is impossible to sleep. To block out the sunset rays, people often buy sun blocking roller blinds.
But IKEA blackout curtains will help create complete darkness in the bedroom even during the day (when you want to sleep, but the bright day does not allow you to do so). They are lightproof, and therefore will create almost complete darkness.
It is very important. In order for the body to rest well and restore its nervous system, it needs to sleep all the time in complete darkness. No glare from electronic clocks or night lights. Special blackout curtains will create exactly these conditions for a good night’s sleep.
What to combine curtains with in the kitchen interior
There are several ways to combine. It is important that the general concept be followed. If the wallpaper is neutral, then fabrics can be hung with bright patterns. For minimalists, monochromatic designs that match the color of the walls are suitable. It is better to stick to light colors: beige, light lilac, pistachio, pearl, soft blue. Dark colors are used for single lambrequins or Roman ones.
For bright furniture, neutral colors would be appropriate. Monochrome tones will allow you not to overdo it with color accents. The colors of wet asphalt, metallic and other gray colors would be good. For an eco-style, choose a brown, green, white or beige shade. For minimalism and hi-tech, use basic colors: white, gray and black.
Curtains for offices and children's rooms
These rooms have a completely different purpose, so the design of the office should encourage concentration and increase productivity, while in the nursery it should create comfort and quickly reduce play excitement.
Such, at first glance, contradictory functions are easily provided by IKEA roller blinds, a large range of products and sizes that are suitable for windows of any size. And for the children's room - curtains with prints.
Japanese curtain
Japanese curtains are also called screen curtains - they are ideal for dividing the space of one, single room. In this case, the original design is achieved by combining exotic materials, for example, bamboo or paper, and traditional fabrics can be used. This type of curtain is perfect for implementing an oriental style in room design.
Curtains for bathrooms
Their properties are fundamentally different from those described above. The main purpose of an IKEA bathroom curtain is to maintain privacy. And the requirements for the materials from which it is made are a high coefficient of water repellency, ensuring the floor around the shower is dry and dries quickly.
More expensive curtains are treated with antifungal compounds, which ensures the cleanliness of the bathroom and increases the service life of the curtains. Therefore, using such curtains is pleasant and profitable.
Recommendations for design
When purchasing, consider the main factor: length. IKEA curtains 300 cm are easy to cut to the desired size. The standard is considered to be an option 0.5-1.5 cm shorter than the height of the walls. This way the curtains will not collect dust on the floor and will be able to move easily.
Long ones that lie on the floor in beautiful folds are only suitable for bedrooms: but in this case, the curtains will have to be washed more often.
If there is a work desk or tabletop on the windowsill, cut the fabric 1 cm above the window sill so that nothing interferes with closing the curtains.
Short curtains for the kitchen look more harmonious, being 12-15 cm below the window sill.
In the photo there are IKEA curtains in the nursery
How to hang curtains?
The main life hack on this topic is that if you need to hang a cornice first, then it’s better to hire a specialist and calmly watch from the sidelines. The main argument: drilling concrete walls requires not only a special tool, but also the ability to do it.
And your main task is to properly hang and distribute folds and tiebacks of curtains. We need them to ensure living comfort and manage the quality of our lives.
Types of cornices
The purchased curtain should move smoothly along the cornice, this will mean that everything was chosen correctly. Ikea has 3 types of curtain rods: string, curtain and curtain rail.
You can hang tulles and lightweight fabrics on the string type. They work well in kitchens, especially those on the north side. Mount it on the ceiling or wall.
The curtain variety is more popular. Often 2 or 3 are installed in a row to accommodate tulle, curtains and curtains. But this algorithm is more often used in the classical style. The collection has 3 shades: snow-white, silver and black.
You can also place many layers of curtains on a curtain track. The sets come with hooks and runners. Can be fixed to walls or ceilings.
Photos of IKEA curtains
Fabric blinds
Fabric blinds in the IKEA catalog are presented in the following models:
- Shottis . Size – 90×190 cm and 100×190 cm. Colors – white, dark grey. Price – 169 rub. And 499 rubles.
- Hoppwals . Blackout blinds. Dimensions – 145×300 cm. Colors – green, grey, lilac, dark blue. Price – from 1,999 to 2,999 rubles.
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Table
Zoning with furniture is the most practical way to divide a room into different areas. Unlike partitions, which take up space and often reduce light levels, tables not only divide the room, but also perform a useful function.
The dining table will mark the dining room in the kitchen-living room and will become a place for eating. A desk located in the bedroom will highlight the work area.
Rack
The famous KALLAX is an ideal solution for dividing a room into two zones.
It is available in several colors, so it will suit any interior. The racks come in different sizes and number of sections: you can choose them to suit the required dimensions of the room. Suitable for creating a bedroom-living room or a bedroom combined with a children's room. The useful space of the structure can be used on both sides. To avoid visual noise, place boxes on the shelves and put things inside, or add fronts to the rack.
