Like all accessories, filament curtains have their own characteristics. The advantages of this model are as follows:
- is not a barrier to air and light. Such curtains can muffle too bright sunlight. On a cloudy day, they let in light light, so the room will not seem dark and gloomy;
- easy to modify. You can change the look of the curtains yourself by tying, weaving or other methods;
- does not require special care, since each thread is treated with a compound to remove dust and dirt. Curtains can be easily washed in a regular machine in a special bag so that the threads do not get tangled;
- can be used not only as curtains, but also to decorate doorways and walls, create weightless partitions in a room between several zones, as well as canopies around the bed and much more;
- much cheaper than curtains made from other materials and also much easier to use. Thread curtains do not need to be taken to a studio to trim the length; you can do this yourself using scissors.
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There are also disadvantages to filament curtains:
- require careful handling if there are children or animals in your apartment. Such accessories always attract their attention;
- curtains with beads or glass beads can be dangerous for children due to small elements.
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Features of thread curtains
Despite its airy appearance, muslin perfectly protects the room from sunlight and overheating. Therefore, they are recommended for use in kitchens facing even the south.
From a constructive point of view, such curtains are very simple - they are many thin threads that are attached to a dense panel.
One of the advantages of muslin is the ability to use them not only as window curtains. If you wish, you can decorate the window opening with thread curtains or turn them into a partition.
The last technique is very convenient for zoning. For example, hang muslin to separate the dining area from the work area.
They often hang muslins in studio kitchens or kitchens combined with living rooms. This allows you to isolate the kitchen area from the room without visually overloading the room.
Kisey can separate the living room from the kitchen
Kiseys look good in kitchens with a balcony - thread curtains can reach both the windowsill and go down to the floor.
Kiseya separates the kitchen from the balcony
At the same time, the contrast in length does not kill their appearance, but, on the contrary, adds volume and makes them more interesting.
Curtain for doorway
When making door rope curtains, the task is simplified. You should take a strip of a suitable color in relation to the main background of the room (you can pre-paint it) and strengthen it at two points at the ends of the strip.
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In this case, it is possible not to cut the viscose threads, but simply throw them over the rail, leaving the previous thread of the required length.
Viscose can be fixed to the rail with PVA glue or double-sided tape on the back side of the rail (which will be nailed above the doorway).
Upon completion of the work, align the bottom of the curtain at your discretion, nail (screw) it over the doorway and get a wonderful decorative element.
Advantages and disadvantages
Light muslin curtains are very popular. They have many advantages, but there are also disadvantages. Moreover, when used in the kitchen, the latter are quite significant. We recommend that you familiarize yourself with our table to make an informed decision whether muslin curtains are right for you.
As you can see, the disadvantages of thread curtains are quite conventional - if you hang them at a distance from heating appliances and make sure that there are no people in the house who want to play with them, muslins are perfect for use in the kitchen.
Methods of fastening to the cornice
There are several ways to attach filament curtains, which we will consider in the table below.
| Mounting on a cornice rod | |
| Hooks on curtain tape | |
| Hanging on grommets | |
| Hinged on Velcro tape (Velcro) |
Types of muslin: what are they?
You should not think that all muslins look the same - simple threads attached to a thick piece of fabric. There are many types that allow you to choose the appropriate curtains for different types of kitchen interiors.
Kisey with thin threads
Narrow threads are perhaps the most popular type and are closest to traditional muslin. Thin threads made of artificial or natural material look very airy. This muslin is suitable both for a window in a small kitchen and for use as an interior partition.
Thin threads
If you choose the right shade, a thread curtain of this type will fit into any type of interior - from classic to high-tech.
Kisey with dense threads
Noodles are wide threads, more like thin ribbons. In a very small kitchen, such a muslin may seem cumbersome. However, it all depends on the thickness of the “noodles” - you can choose the appropriate option.
Kisey with dense threads
Please note that dirt on such curtains is more noticeable, which means you will have to wash them often. Especially if you decide to choose light colors.
Decorative muslins
Such muslin can look like a spiral, a fabric chain or a thick rope. They are quite capricious in interiors, so we recommend choosing such curtains after consulting a designer.
Thread curtains with a rain effect are created by adding lurex to the material. Soft overflows provide the effect of raindrops. The technique is very impressive, but they require some caution - they are not suitable for every kitchen design style.
Kisey with lurex
Various decorative elements can become a real decoration of the kitchen. Sequins, glass beads, and beads are used for this purpose. Recently, muslins with unusual elements - wooden beads, knots, feathers - have become popular.
Variants of muslin with glass beads
Such a thread curtain will cost you more than the usual option, but it will enliven the interior and will be ideal for a kitchen decorated in an ethno-style.
Colored muslins
Kiseys are also divided by color. You can choose either plain thread curtains or multi-color ones. The latter option is quite diverse, but one classic subspecies stands out in it - rainbow muslins, combining many shades. These curtains look best in a monochromatic kitchen, adding color to the interior and acting as a bright color accent.
Idea! Now muslins with pompoms are on sale. Soft balls made of thread or faux fur can add coziness and originality to the kitchen.
Color selection
Filament curtains look beautiful in the interior if they match the overall color scheme of the room. To avoid mistakes when choosing the color of curtains, use several methods:
1. Use the principle of contrast. For example, dark threads are chosen to decorate a light room, and white ones for a dark room.
Curtains are selected in the same color scheme as the entire room. For example, in a white room, white curtains on the walls, niches or windows look airy and harmonious.
If the renovation of the room has already been completed, and the color of the curtains has not yet been determined, then they are guided by the following rule - curtains are chosen to match the tone of textiles, upholstered furniture or some bright accent.
Advice: when choosing the color of curtains, you should also take into account the side on which the windows face, that is, for dark northern windows it is better to choose warm terracotta, sand, yellow shades, and for southern windows, on the contrary, dark and cold colors are better suited.
How to hang muslin
In order for a thread curtain to hang smoothly and beautifully, it is important to hang it correctly. Regardless of what type of muslin you choose, we recommend using our instructions.
You can hang muslin in several different ways:
- Most modern thread curtains initially consist of threads and a border, with a pocket already provided for threading the curtain rod. In this case, you just need to carefully place the curtain on the curtain rod.
- If you want, you can fold the border in half and topstitch it. Then proceed as in the first case.
- To hang muslin on hooks, sew curtain braid to the border.
Threads can be tied in various ways.
It is very important to secure the muslin so that the threads do not get tangled in the process. Most manufacturers provide for this moment and tie them with tapes. In this case, carefully hang the muslin and only then remove the ribbons. If the curtain is sold without fasteners, then first unravel it, tie the threads and hang the curtain, then remove the fasteners.
Important! If you bought a muslin that is too long, don't worry. Just trim off the excess with scissors - the edges won't fray.
How to care
Guinness is much easier to care for than regular curtains. They do not attract dust and dirt, so they require cleaning less often. The easiest way to freshen muslin is to take it to the dry cleaner. If you want to wash it yourself, use our recommendations:
- It is very important to prevent the threads from tangling. To do this, you need to tie them into several strands and secure them with ropes or ribbons. You can do this: tie the curtains with a rope along the entire length. For regular threads, take a step of 12-15 centimeters; for those decorated with beads or beads, reduce it to 6-8 centimeters. Then follow the instructions.
- After this, remove the curtain and place it in a laundry bag (it can be replaced with ordinary nylon tights).
- Wash the curtain in a washing machine on a delicate cycle or by hand.
- Hang it in place and remove the ropes - the curtain will straighten under its own weight, so you do not need to specially dry it and iron it.
Kisey in the kitchen interior
It would be a mistake to believe that muslins can look solely like threads suspended from the canvas, even if decorated. We invite you to look at a photo selection of interesting solutions that will inspire you to decorate your own kitchen.
Short muslin
Now short muslins, hung in several layers, are in fashion. In this way you can create an original and unusual curtain. For example, in the form of matches.
Short muslin
For this window decor, choose several multi-colored thread curtains ending with small pom-poms. Of course, such muslin is not suitable for classic interiors. But for modern people it’s fine.
Thin translucent muslin
Very thin translucent black or white muslin will become a real decoration for panoramic windows. Choose them if the kitchen faces north or west - otherwise they will not provide reliable protection from sunlight.
This technique is also well suited for small kitchens - muslin looks weightless, takes up virtually no space and visually enlarges the room.
Openwork muslin
A rather expensive option is openwork muslin with a rain effect. The threads are selected by hand, and the arrangement of lurex inserts in a certain order allows you to give the curtain not only the characteristic shine of raindrops, but also the illusion of lace.
Lurex inserts create the illusion of raindrops
Such curtains look good on high floor-to-ceiling windows, balcony doors or as interior partitions. They fit classic interiors and look very expensive and elegant.
Combined muslins
A stylish solution is combined muslins. Try pairing plain threads with embellished beads.
Beads decorate muslin without weighing it down
Such curtains look good on high floor-to-ceiling windows, balcony doors or as interior partitions. They fit classic interiors and look very expensive and elegant.
Kisey on knitted canvas
Such muslins also look very interesting. It is better if the threads are not located close to each other.
Kisey on knitted canvas
Such curtains are unlikely to protect you from the sun. But as decoration they can be a good move. Especially if you are planning a kitchen in the interest of shabby chic or boho.
Using volumetric elements
Sometimes rather voluminous elements are used as decoration - medallions, coins, knitted flowers. In this case, the base of the muslin should be as thin as possible - use light, airy threads.
Using a knitted flower
Keep the rest of the kitchen interior discreet - an abundance of decorative items will turn it from a stylish room into kitsch.
Combination with other elements
One of the main advantages of filament curtains is the ability to combine them with other materials. Kisey looks advantageous with tulle and other light fabrics.
Kisey contrasts with curtains
Combination of thin muslin with thick fabric
Threads can play the role of a base, and fabric curtains can be draped in the form of a lambrequin. Or, on the contrary, muslin can become a light decoration for denser material.
Modern idea! Sometimes full-length ropes act as muslin. They perform rather a decorative function, without protecting from sunlight. On the other hand, for interiors in loft or industrial style, such curtains can be a wonderful find, complementing the overall design of the kitchen.
Drapery
The drapery of filament curtains plays an important role. Here the possibilities for your imagination are practically unlimited. Experiment with shapes and color selections - you may be able to create a real designer masterpiece.
Black and white muslin with drapery
Black and white muslin looks very impressive, where threads of one color hang freely, and the other color diverges in directions opposite from the center. This technique visually expands the kitchen - take this into account when planning your curtain design.
This option visually expands the space
If you hang muslin in two layers, you can make something like a lambrequin or original drapery from the outer one. Use similar colors or, conversely, contrasting colors - a plain curtain in this design looks a bit boring.
Two-layer muslin with a complex weave of threads
The complex weave of threads looks impressive, but does little to protect you from sunlight. If the kitchen faces south or east, it is better to abandon this idea and think about a thicker curtain.
There are other ways to drape muslin - experiment using the following photos for inspiration.
