Tulle in a children's room is needed not only from an aesthetic, but also from a practical point of view. Here are just a few reasons why you should hang it in your child's room:
- Tulle dims the daylight a little, but at the same time leaves the room well lit for everyday activities.
- It can protect curtains from fading due to sunlight.
- Using a light curtain you can cover a not-so-pretty window sill, frame or radiator.
- Tulle protects the curtains, and the room itself, from dust flying from the window.
- If the curtain is not thick enough, tulle may slightly reduce their light transmission.
- Simply by adding the right tulle to the curtains, you can correct any mistakes in the design of the nursery. For example, it can “support” an object that does not fit into the interior or balance the too cold/warm color scheme of the room.
- Tulle makes simple curtains more elegant.
- Without it, it’s hard to imagine the windows of a children’s room in a classic, shabby chic or Provence style.
By the way, tulle can be used to decorate the crib with a canopy or as a “partition” to zone the space.
In this material we will give some simple tips that will help you choose the fabric, style, size, color and design of tulle for your children's bedroom.
What is tulle and is it needed in a nursery?
Tulle is a type of transparent thin fabric based on cotton or semi-silk fabric. Its production is carried out using special lace or curtain machines.
The tulle on the windows itself is so familiar that it is considered a design classic. The airy fabric favorably plays up the window opening, adding lightness to it. It does not provide shade from the bright sun, so a natural question may arise: is it needed in a nursery?
Tulle for a children's room is a universal design option, suitable for both a boy's room and a girl's room.
It has the following undeniable advantages:
- durability of use;
- practicality;
- in most cases these are natural, and therefore environmentally friendly fabrics;
- due to its lightness, tulle does not irritate the child with its appearance;
- the material creates light protection from the sun;
- protects the room from dust, and curtains from fading under the influence of the sun;
- a very beautiful and light design is created;
- giving the interior elegance.
In order not to make a mistake in choosing, it is necessary to take into account the following points:
- Children's style.
- Room size.
- Approach to design.
In addition to traditional use as a window curtain, tulle can be used to create a canopy over a bed in a girl’s room or to zone space, separating, for example, a sleeping area from a play or study area.
Proper care
Curtains in a nursery should be washed regularly.
- After removal from the cornice, the tulle is shaken out of dust outside and soaked by adding baking soda to the water (1 tablespoon per bucket). Soak for 2-4 hours.
- After this, wash by hand in warm water with the addition of detergents for delicate fabrics. The curtains are lightly wrung out and allowed to drain.
- Rinse the products several times until the water runs clear. Add 1 tablespoon of vinegar to the last rinse for shine.
- Dry the tulle by hanging it on the cornice.
Versatile, practical, elegant, tulle can transform your child’s room in an instant. It brings the festive atmosphere of a good fairy tale into the house and encourages children to imagine and create.
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Size and color: highlighting important points
The design direction in the design of a nursery should be reflected even in the smallest details. Every piece of furniture is important.
Choosing shades and choosing accents
Bright colors often dominate the nursery. If there are already so many of them, then it is better to take a plain canvas to decorate the window. If, on the contrary, the decor of the room is focused on the predominance of calm shades, then you can choose a brighter curtain.
Placing accents in a room correctly is a serious task. Even if you want to use tulle as a color accent, it is advisable to avoid overly bright colors. We are talking, for example, about the prevalence of bright scarlet. It may be present, but not as the main background color.
Drawings on the canvas are optional. Their theme and size should correspond to the age and gender of the child. The younger the baby, the larger the print can be.
Advice! If a print is not provided, then it is better to give preference to neutral shades.
What determines the size of the canvas?
The decor of a window is largely determined by its size. Tulle for a children's room can be selected to a good length. A traditionally large curtain will create the impression of a spacious room. If the window in the room is large, then the tulle on the window can be short, up to the window sill. This length will visually add lightness to the room.
The width of the curtain fabric required to decorate the window is determined by the formula: the length of the cornice multiplied by a coefficient, which can be from 2 to 2.5. If thick folds are planned, then the coefficient is chosen larger, and if modest folds are chosen, then less.
Design options
Modern approaches to design are not limited to the traditional arrangement of curtain fabric. Tulle in your nursery can play many roles, bringing an element of novelty to the design. An interesting design technique could be to place the tulle not on the usual cornice near the curtain, but much closer to the window.
Another original technique is alternating thin tulle with solid blackout curtains. It will also look unusual to grab a thin curtain on the sides using holders.
For those children who find it convenient to fall asleep only in complete darkness, we can recommend adding weightless tulle with roller blinds or Roman blinds. Thanks to the simple mechanism, they are convenient to use. By adjusting the degree of raising of the dense canvas, a comfortable environment with the required level of illumination is created.
Similar in operating principle, roller blinds and Roman blinds look beautiful on windows due to their laconic form, and go well with tulle curtains.
Advice! Using both curtains and tulle to frame the window opening at the same time, it is better to focus on only one type of curtain.
Roman curtains
The design is a special fabric in the form of a rectangle, the edges of which can be either straight or curved. Horizontal strips are sewn into the material and assembled onto the cornice using a cord or chain mechanism.
This type of curtains is cheaper than regular curtains, original and easy to use. “Roman” does not block the heating radiator and is easy to clean.
There are three types of this model: classic (when unfolded there is a straight canvas, and when assembled there are neat folds), cascade (when unfolded there are folds, when assembled there is a cascade) and frameless (there are no slats in the canvas, when assembled the curtain resembles a lambrequin).
Roman blinds are well suited for a children's room furnished in a minimalist or loft style, as they have laconic shapes.
Choosing fabric composition: what to look for?
Completely transparent or translucent fabric can have different compositions. The density of the material for tulle is selected taking into account the requirements that apply to the curtain. For example, on the lower floors it is advisable to hang thicker curtains.
For your information! The structure of tulle fabric can be smooth, patterned or mesh.
Cotton
The cotton curtain is beautiful with its openwork curls. It looks good with linen or cotton curtains. This option can be used in modern, classic and simple rustic interiors. Cotton fabric is environmentally friendly and suitable for use in children's rooms.
Polyester
This is a synthetic material that has high performance properties: it does not wrinkle, does not fade, and does not shrink when washed. Disadvantages include their synthetic origin and the ability to accumulate static electricity.
Mixed material
Polyester cotton tulle may be an even better option than just cotton or synthetic. It is durable and visually attractive, and practically does not wrinkle.
How to beautifully secure tulle in a nursery?
There are several ways to secure curtain fabric. Additionally, in a girl’s room it can be used to create a light, elegant lambrequin.
Eyelets
Curtains with eyelets are an acceptable window design option, especially for a boy. Rings can be not only metal, but also plastic. This fastener is durable, especially if the cornice is carefully installed. For a girl’s room, it is advisable to choose pink or red eyelets that match the design of the drapes and curtains.
Curtain tape
In a girl's room, the curtain fabric can be secured using curtain tape, which is a braid. It is adjusted along the top edge. Light gathering will look very gentle. This fastening method is suitable for girls who handle their things carefully. But for a boy’s nursery it is better to choose a more reliable option.
Braid ribbons
In a nursery, a curtain with fasteners in the form of satin loops that are fastened with decorative buttons will look interesting and very girlish. For the room of an active little naughty girl, it is possible to replace buttons with buttons. This option will be safer if the child suddenly pulls the edge.
Advice! Girls love beautiful accessories in decoration. Your little one will surely love the bow-shaped ties for attaching the curtains.
Curtain design
Photo printing on curtains is a fashionable trend in children's interior design. The images of your favorite fairy-tale characters will surely appeal to both boys and girls. If you cannot find the desired character among the ready-made curtains, the curtain can be made to order.
The transparent texture of the material makes the image seem illuminated by light and adds a three-dimensional effect. In addition to images of cartoon characters and books, you can transfer onto a thin canvas drawings of beautiful landscapes, butterflies, hearts, flowers - everything that a little girl or boy will like. Such a curtain will look very decorative and unusual, complementing the interior of the child’s personal space.
Despite the presence of a pattern, a thin curtain will not be able to provide significant shading. Therefore, it is advisable to complement the design of the window opening with dim, light curtains.
For your information! Tulle with prints can be washed.
Summarizing
The purpose of tulle is to let diffused light into the room and create the feeling of a bright, airy space. It is important to choose one that will match the interior and curtains.
The most universal color for tulle is white; it will suit any nursery decor.
When choosing, also focus on the interests of the child. Bright accents and favorite fairy-tale characters will cheer you up after a hard day at school or kindergarten.
It is better to use light fabrics so as not to overload the nursery with heavy tones.
Other window decoration methods
Tulle is not the only thin fabric that is used for windows. An interesting design can be achieved using organza, veil or muslin.
Veil
This is a soft fabric that has good breathability and does not collect dust. The veil can also have a printed design.
Organza
This fabric is stiffer than voile. It is based on polyester fibers that create a matte shine. A wide color palette allows you to choose the shade that suits your interior. The main disadvantage is low breathability. Because of this, curtains should be opened when ventilating the room.
Kiseya
Multi-colored or plain threads can be decorated with decorative elements and beautifully draped. In terms of its functionality, muslin has the same properties as tulle, softly scattering light and protecting the room from prying glances from the street.
Kisey and tulle are harmoniously combined with each other and can be used in one design. This duet creates an elegant and fresh window design, especially in a girl’s room. Beads, beautiful butterflies or flowers can be used as additional elements.
For your information! Curtains made of threads are designed for children aged 3 years and older.
In a children's room, thoughtful design creates a practical and attractive interior. Starting from early childhood, the baby should be surrounded by beautiful and comfortable things, including tulle on the window.
Curtains for a teenager's comfort zone
Teenagers may like trendy curtains - blinds with photo prints of idols, nature or the city at night.
- Boys will be close to the theme of sports or auto racing.
- For girls, romantic long curtains in soft beige tones with beautiful ornaments and fancy brooches, gathers and tiebacks, like in the best films about love.
Now teenagers are attracted to stylish interior trends: Loft, gothic with unusual colors - black and purple, anime style from Japan.
A fresh idea is to use curtains as an organizer by sewing pockets of the same material or matching color onto the fabric. All the necessary little things will always be in a visible place, but beautifully hidden.
To add liveliness to the interior, you can decorate the cornice with a garland of LEDs in white, lilac or blue or warm shades.
