Review of interior curtains: options in the interior, photos

Interior curtains have been used since ancient times. Curtains serve as decoration for doorways. On the one hand, they are a decoration and create comfort, but at the same time they have certain functions: to hide a section of the room from prying eyes, to move conveniently between rooms, and also to exclude unnecessary light. It follows from this that the presence of interior curtains does not indicate wealth and a sense of style. There are situations when you need to connect two rooms, but the door is not suitable for this at all, for a number of reasons: the size of the opening, the furnishings in both rooms, etc.

Possible options for placing curtains

1. For rooms with many passages and doors.
2. In adjoining rooms.
3. For frequently visited places - kitchen, hall. These places are not for privacy. Therefore, using doors in such places creates discomfort, and bamboo pendants or bead curtains will be just right.

Using interior curtains instead of doors creates a feeling of coziness and celebration.

Types of door curtains

• Fabric - a standard type used to decorate interior spaces. This type always remains in fashion, as its various variations (colors, design, relief, etc.). Such a variety of variations of fabric curtains makes it possible to choose them for the interior of your place of residence. The material from which a fabric curtain can be sewn is varied. For example, silk, velvet, cotton, linen and other materials).

• Bead curtains are an exotic type of interior curtains, they are rarely found in ordinary rooms. This type is used as an alternative to regular curtains. They add a positive look to the interior, scattering glare throughout the room. One of the advantages of bead curtains is the ease of care, and their disadvantage is that they perform only a decorative function.

• Wooden and bamboo are a common type of curtains for door arches, which can often be seen in Japan. These curtains can be presented in the form of sliding panels. They emphasize the simplicity of the interior. They have many more functions than other types. Curtains made of bamboo or wood are more popular, as they are durable and also have a natural appearance. At the same time, they are environmentally friendly for human health and help to relax.

• Thread curtains are a rather exotic type of curtains for an interior arch, as well as bead curtains (bead curtains are rather an improved version of thread curtains than a separate one, but they should still be separated). The structure of these curtains can be of different parameters, both thin and thick, from one loop or several, and also comes in different colors. Suitable for any conditions, but will not look beautiful everywhere.

Decorating a doorway between rooms with curtains

Any type of curtains will fit a standard opening, from the most common ones - fabric ones, to exotic ones - curtains made of beads. They will fit well into your interior under a rectangular opening.

Here are some photo examples of using interior curtains of any kind, under a regular doorway.

• Fabric curtains.

They are ideal for regular doorways, due to their shape and method of use, as well as their massiveness. After all, this type of curtains is very beautiful and has many useful functions.

• Thread and bead curtains.

They will be easy to use, will create beautiful glare of light (curtains made of glass beads or something similar). Also, they will not create a barrier for air passage, which can be both a positive and a negative feature of these curtains.

• Bamboo and wood curtains and panels.

One of the simple and convenient types. They will help to close the space between rooms tightly, and they are also environmentally friendly and will serve for a long time.

But for non-standard openings - arches, semi-arches and others, the choice is a little limited. In order to choose a good option for your doorway, it is worth approaching the issue responsibly and wisely. For interior arches, the following options may be suitable:

Fabric curtains may look unsightly because of their straight cornice, but if done correctly, these curtains will fit perfectly under an arched opening.

Thread and bead curtains are one of the best options, as the size of each thread can be easily selected, thereby choosing the ideal option for your doorway. This type of curtains looks beautiful and will be convenient both for use and for choosing the optimal sizes.

Bamboo and wood curtains are somewhat limited in their use in arched interior spaces, as some types of sliding panels will not fit into an arched opening, but otherwise everything is similar to a regular opening. These curtains will look quite good on an interior arch.

I would like to stop and analyze the option with wooden curtains in more detail. They are non-standard, but at the same time effective curtains of various shapes, lengths, structures. Its components - small pieces of wood, can be located in different gaps and form a certain pattern.

At first glance, they seem simple, but this simplicity hides the complexity of creating these curtains. Each bead or any other element is put on a strong fishing line, thread or wire. Wooden curtains are made of durable wood materials and they look light and tasteful on doorways.

There are many different models of wooden curtains, all of them different in color and external components. This directly depends on the quality of the wood and its processing. Thanks to the natural color of the wood, a harmonious design of the interior space is obtained.

Here are some examples of such curtains.

In the photo, the wooden curtains look beautiful and sophisticated, and they fit into the interior of the apartment.

Here the wooden curtains are presented in the form of circles, which looks elegant.

It can be concluded that interior curtains are an excellent replacement for regular doors for a number of reasons.

Firstly, it is cheaper to install a curtain rod and hang curtains on it than to install a door.

Secondly, interior spaces come in different shapes and it is difficult to find a suitable door for them.

Thirdly, there are many variations of different types of curtains – you can choose one for almost any color and taste, as well as for your interior.

Fourthly, replacing the door with some curtains visually increases the space in the room.

Fifthly, when installing a door, you need to calculate everything in detail and accurately so that the door fits neatly and opens freely; for curtains, such precise calculations are not necessary and expanding the space in the room is also very important.

At the same time, curtains also have their disadvantages.

1. They do not create a dividing line between rooms. For example, the space between the kitchen and the study for work, in this case the door is a necessity, as it will protect from the smell coming from the kitchen, and will also help to create isolation of the room from the kitchen.
2. There are also places where a person needs privacy. For example, a bathroom, a bedroom, or a study.

Interior curtains add beauty, coziness, comfort to the room and generally change the whole picture of the room in a positive way, creating a stylish and original interior.

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