Exquisite noodle curtains first appeared in warm Asian countries, revealing to the world all the charm of beauty, elegance and simplicity of oriental flavor. A brilliant invention - threads freely falling in the form of a waterfall (not connected to each other) on a fabric base, are widely used to decorate interiors of various styles. This type of window decor is distinguished by significant transmission capacity. Noodle curtains do not retain the thermal energy of heating radiators; transmit maximum sunlight; do not accumulate dust (ideal for allergy sufferers); are easy to care for and install; hide the interior from prying eyes.
"Additional information": "In the world of interior design, noodle curtains have several similar names: rain curtains, waterfall curtains, thread curtains, muslin, rope curtains."
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Features of interior design with curtains in the form of ropes, threads, noodles
This type of decor, such as tulle noodles, can be called universal, since it is great for any premises (bedrooms, balconies, living rooms and corridors). The modern industry produces a huge number of different types and kinds:
- textile products in the form of threads, ropes, noodles;
- wooden or metal decor;
- products made from beads, glass beads, sequins, rhinestones, stones;
- decor with lurex inclusions.
Noodle curtains are a self-sufficient window decoration that can be placed either in a straightened form or complemented with various holders and stylish details.
The product has several purposes: high-quality shading of the room; aesthetic appearance; control of light supply.
Please note! This window decoration can be used both as tulle or curtains, and for zoning the room, wall decoration.
In order to attach tulle or noodle-shaped curtains to a window or doorway, it is necessary to attach the dense fabric base of the product to a rod or cornice using nails, hooks, or Velcro.
Rope Curtains
To produce such decorations as rope curtains, the following materials are used:
- textured braid;
- thin cord;
- universal rope;
- dense threads with double weaving;
- yarn with added lurex.
Maintenance is easy, just wipe with a damp sponge. This type is not easily soiled and is not intended for washing.
Ropes, fixed at the top on a fabric base, freely descend to the floor under the weight of their own weight. The threads are not fastened together along the entire length of the product. Some designers prefer to decorate the ropes at the bottom with spectacular beads or stones for greater weight. Rope-shaped curtains can be used to decorate the living room, kitchen, bedroom. Ultra-fashionable decor looks very impressive on the windows of balconies or loggias.
Important! You can decorate doorways with a curtain in the form of large ropes. The ropes of the product do not tangle and allow you to pass freely.
Curtains in the form of threads
The most elegant and weightless modifications are tulle in the form of threads. An ideal option for window units that are deprived of bright sunlight.
The tulle threads are distinguished by the following design:
- plain material;
- threads of various colors;
- rainbow options;
- with the application of color prints;
- with the application of various patterns;
- with contrasting transitions of different shades;
- lurex threads;
- separated by grabs, dividers.
Combinations of thin threads with thicker cords, ropes, beads, metal fibers, and lurex are possible.
String curtains are a universal decor not only for windows, but also for doorways and room zoning. A room with such decor has a special charm. Try to decorate a decorative arch with weightless and elegant strings, and your room will be transformed beyond recognition.
Noodle Curtains
A unique window unit decor - noodle curtains, is considered the newest decor element. It is a perfectly evenly cut, ultra-thin fabric strip of various quality, color solutions, attached to a fabric strip, decorated with beads, lurex weaves, stones and other decor.
Additional information! The modern textile industry produces not only universal models of curtains-noodles in the form of rectangular-cut canvases, but also exclusive modifications in the form of curvilinear noodles.
Options for using noodle curtain decor in the design of various rooms
Weightless threads, textured ropes, light fabric noodles bring the spirit of romanticism, lightness, freshness, magic to the interior of any room. In addition to the aesthetic effect, curtains in the form of threads, noodles or ropes are carriers of the following useful functions:
- ultra-high throughput;
- do not impede air circulation;
- the ability to effectively shade rooms;
- do not collect dust;
- easy to care for (wash in normal mode, no need to iron);
- ease of use;
- ease of installation;
- wide color spectrum;
- a large selection of textures of the base raw materials;
- multifunctionality (tulle, curtain, blind, drape).
If the bathroom is large, they can be used to separate the bathing area.
How to choose shades, fabric options for decorating kitchen windows
The kitchen is a special place where any housewife spends most of her time. All family members gather for a common family dinner in the kitchen. Therefore, kitchen window openings should be designed so that the design encourages confidential communication. In addition, window design elements for the kitchen should be functional, easy to maintain, not accumulate dust, and not absorb odors.
Color solutions for thread curtains and kitchen drapes can be different:
- plain - suitable for minimalism;
- colored - you can combine several shades for one product;
- rainbow - combinations of many colors that smoothly flow into each other;
- patterned - multi-colored combinations of threads that form ornaments, designs, patterns.
String curtains in the kitchen interior look stylish and impressive.
It is important that curtains, tulle or drapes harmonize with the overall interior design, furniture, and built-in appliances. For example, if the furniture and appliances are made in bright, saturated colors (yellow, red, black, light green, purple), pay attention to tulle for the kitchen window in pastel, neutral colors (beige, white, cream, light yellow, light purple, light green, pink). If the built-in appliances are made to look like stainless steel, and the furniture is light or natural tones, you should prefer tulle, curtains or drapes for the window in more contrasting colors (burgundy, rich brown, orange, light green).
Noodle curtains for the kitchen are made from textile threads, textured ropes, beads, wooden or metal parts of various shapes.
Individual combinations of tulle threads and textile curtains, tulle, blinds, Greek curtains, roller blinds look impressive.
Design options in the interior of other rooms (living room, bedroom, balcony)
In addition to the kitchen, thread curtains can be used in the interior of other rooms (living room, bedroom, balcony or loggia). In this case, you should take into account color preferences, the pattern on the products, the texture of the materials.
To decorate a window in the living room, pay attention to weightless waterfall curtains, which can be made from such popular materials:
- linen material - natural; hypoallergenic; made from plant fibers; easy to wash; suitable for maintaining an eco-style in the interior, due to the coarse structure of the fibers;
- cotton raw material is soft, pleasant to the touch, durable, environmentally friendly, and universal in care;
- silk threads - expensive; exquisite; elite material, which is distinguished by the exceptional fineness of the threads;
- Polyester - being a representative of the line of synthetic materials, it is considered the most versatile, convenient to use; has a glossy shine; does not tangle.
Among the wide variety of textures and colors, it is possible to choose those that will organically fit into your apartment, regardless of the design concept.
Most often, pastel calm color combinations or original monochromatic versions of classic colors are used for the living room. You can make spectacular contrasts by making lambrequins or small narrow inserts across the entire width of the window. Leading designers combine curtains-threads with other elements of window decor: tulle, textile curtains, Roman blinds, pleated blinds, blinds.
The bedroom is a wonderful place to experiment with window decor. String curtains and other types of muslin give the interior of bedrooms an exceptional spirit of romanticism, tenderness and elegance. Thanks to delicate color combinations, you can make the bedroom magical and fabulous.
With the help of beautiful and elegant curtains you can decorate children's and teenage bedrooms for girls. Make the children's room romantic and gentle with the help of a combination of white, pink, lilac colors.
- Rain tulle with lurex threads looks like a rain stream. The thinnest metal threads resemble falling drops, especially if decorated with beads, balls or glass beads.
- Rainbow tulle threads, made of threads of different colors, smoothly flowing into each other. The distinctive feature is the change of color in the horizontal direction.
- Plain modifications of thread tulle with inclusions of pearl beads or transparent stones.
- Tulle threads made of beads, transparent glass beads, sequins, stones, metal plates along the entire length.
You can also use muslin to decorate a child’s room, provided that you choose models made from natural fabrics – linen, cotton or silk, without excessive decoration or complex structural elements.
Thread curtains can be used to decorate not only the bedroom window, but also to separate the sleeping, play, and work areas, and also to decorate the bed in the form of a canopy.
Animalistic patterns on plain or colored noodle curtains are perfect for a boy's or girl's bedroom.
The best examples of design using noodle curtains
String curtains are an innovative design solution that has become very popular in recent years.
When decorating rooms, pay attention to the main parameters of finished products:
- the fabric base is produced in widths from 10 to 20 cm;
- the most popular width of the canvas is 3m;
- the most popular height is 2.85 m;
- The universal "running" thread thickness is 5 mm.
A quality product should have tightly gathered threads. When buying noodle curtains, use the general rule of width set: one to two to create textured folds.
Experiment, add universal blinds, revolutionary fabric roller blinds, innovative pleated blinds, chic textile curtains or exquisite elite tulle to weightless and elegant thread curtains.
The photos show the best exclusive examples of design of various rooms using noodle curtains.
VIDEO: Kiseya – thread curtains.
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