Description and types of lambrequins: what is it, what models are there

Window decoration is an important element of the overall design of the apartment. You can find everything you need to decorate them in stores: curtains, tulle, roller blinds in various styles. However, in modern interiors, more and more attention is paid to details. Lambrequins will help to effectively decorate the window opening. They can make the room more solid, give a special charm, coziness. More details about what lambrequins are, how to use them in the design of the apartment, are described in this publication.

Brief description, varieties

In simple terms, lambrequins on windows are called drapery. They are placed at the top of the window. They are often used together with curtains. The history of the appearance of such an accessory dates back to the times of the existence of estates and castles. And it was invented thanks to the Crusades. Knights in ancient times escaped from the heat with the help of beautiful fabrics that covered their helmets. Much has changed since then - you just have to type in the search line "lambrequins photo". Today's range of such accessories is huge, as are the possible options for their use in design.

Brief description of functions

• Concealment of cornices, fastening elements. Fasteners and cornices do not always have an attractive appearance and do not fit into the interior of the house at all. The only way out is to disguise them. The decoration hides the unevenness of the wall, iron fastening parts, and the old glass unit.
• Correction of room dimensions. Low ceilings, incorrect proportions – these are acute problems of modern apartments. Correctly selected lambrequins for the hall, bedroom, children's room can visually solve this problem. They "raise" the ceiling, correct proportions.
• Room decoration. Stylish, beautiful decorative "cornice" is a fashionable decorative element of the window opening. It will give the room a solemn, rich look. If desired, you can fit a decorative element of this type into any interior style. Everything depends on the chosen shape and color of the product.

Varieties

There are four types of lambrequins: hard, soft, openwork, combined. Each type has special characteristics. You can learn more about them from the table.

Drapery is a small but important element of the decor of a living space. It is the final touch that gives the environment a special charm. In this article, you can see lambrequins in pictures in the interiors of different rooms. Even in the photo you can see how they can change the design as a whole, even adjust the proportions of the room.

In the design of the children's room

A fairy-tale, cozy, magical atmosphere always reigns in a nursery. It is easy to emphasize it with fashionable original window decorations. This accessory will appeal to both a baby and a teenager. The choice of drapery for a nursery should be based on several main criteria:

• health safety,
• practicality,
• attractive appearance.

Based on all the requirements, the ideal option would be to buy a rigid drapery of a calm shade: green, lilac, light yellow, pink. On a solid base, you can bring to life almost any idea. There you can place an original ornament, an intricate print, a fairy-tale drawing - ideas are limited only by the imagination of the parents. If the interior of the children's room is classic, you can choose an openwork model. It will perfectly suit the room of a girl, a teenager.

In the living room

The final point of the living room renovation is the window decoration. In the photo of lambrequins for curtains in the hall, you can see how this insignificant accessory can competently complement the interior. The choice of models for the hall is extensive. There are asymmetrical, classic, gathered - more options for lambrequins for the hall are presented in the photo. If desired, they can be changed every year or two.

When choosing decor, it is important to pay attention to several parameters:

• fabric quality,
• colors,
• opening parameters.

Soft drapery is ideal for a classic living room. It can be complemented with fringe, ruffles, satin ribbons. The color scheme is usually chosen from pastel shades. A hard model of brown, white, black can be chosen for a room decorated in a modern style. It is universal and will help hide an unsightly cornice. The combination of light tulle with bright lambrequins in the hall will definitely refresh the interior.

In bedroom design

The bedroom should have a harmonious, calm, peaceful atmosphere. Drapery with curtains fits perfectly into the concept of this room.

For the bedroom, it is better to buy products made of natural materials. The raw materials should be hygroscopic, airy, and non-allergenic. In this publication, you can see photo examples of hard lambrequins for the bedroom. If you prefer soft models, it is better to buy airy products of a calm shade. They will cover the window like a veil, making the design gentle.

Drapery for the kitchen

In the kitchen, window decoration plays an important role. However, the requirements for it are higher. Curtains, drapes, accessories should be practical, not accumulate dust, have a universal design, let in enough light. Combined models are perfect for the kitchen.

Hard drapery: tips for making, photo examples

The most popular type are rigid models. They go well with styles of different directions: classic, Provence, modern, even minimalism. By installing rigid drapery, you can solve three problems at once:

1. Decorate the room in an original way.
2. Visually enlarge the space by using white and other light shades.
3. Hide an unsightly cornice, old double-glazed window.

Is it possible to make drapery yourself?

If ready-made products in stores seem unsuitable, you want something new, you can make them yourself. You do not need to have special skills or knowledge. It is enough to choose a simple pattern, buy the necessary materials, and strictly follow the step-by-step instructions. Having made a textile decoration yourself, the housewife will have another reason to be proud.

Necessary materials

It is impossible to make a product without preparing a frame. This is the main part of rigid drapery. It is what makes the structure strong and immobile. Ordinary plywood is often used to make the frame. However, not everyone is comfortable working with this raw material. Sometimes it is better to buy a special blank - a bando. It is a high-density non-woven material. The bando already has an adhesive layer applied. You can find this material in almost any fabric store.

In addition to plywood (bando), the hostess will need:

• fabric material of a suitable color and style to the curtains in the room;
• additional decor. The product can be decorated with cords, braid, tassels, fringe, ribbons;
• threads. Their tone should match the tone of the selected fabric;
• pins;
• Velcro tape;
• furniture stapler;
• synthetic padding;
• scissors.

Step by step instructions

The simplest idea is to make a frame from plywood. Let's look at this process step by step.

1. Making blanks from plywood. The frame will consist of several parts: the front wall, sides, back, top bar. The facade can be straight, with curved lines at the bottom. All parts of the frame must be carefully cut to the size of the window opening, connected with screws. When making, you can use ready-made sketches.

   

2. Preparing the fabric. You will need one rectangle. Its length should be fifteen centimeters longer than the total length of the sides and the frame front. The width should be about five centimeters longer than the front.

   

3. Preparing the pad. To do this, you need to take regular padding polyester. Make a rectangle out of it as well. However, its length should be five centimeters less than the length of the fabric rectangle.

   

4. Attaching materials. First, you need to glue the padding polyester. The padding polyester needs to be lightly pressed by hand on the surface so that good adhesion occurs. On top of it is fabric. It is better to fasten it with a furniture stapler.

   

   

5. Mounting the fasteners. Now you need to install the hangers on the back of the box. Next, try the accessory on the window opening, make markings. Self-tapping screws are installed according to the markings. The drapery is then hung on them.

   

6. Decoration. At first, the decor can be used without any special decoration. When you want something new, you can decorate the product with fringe, ribbons, or original applique.

Care instructions

Many people think that solid models can be installed once and forgotten about forever. However, this is not true. This accessory requires the same care as regular curtains, tulle. It collects dust and can fade. In the kitchen, the fabric is not protected from dirt and greasy stains. In such cases, it must be cleaned.

Care is quite simple.

• It is advisable to clean the product from dust once a week. This is especially important in a child's room. Excess dust can cause allergic reactions and asthma in children. Dust can be removed with a vacuum cleaner brush or damp gauze.
• Removable decorative elements can be washed. It is better to use cold water for this;
• It is strictly forbidden to use washing powders when washing. They can easily damage the bando, a delicate fabric.
• If greasy stains appear on the surface of the fabric, a simple rinse in cold water will not do. In this case, you can use dishwashing detergent.

• The product must be washed in several stages. The first stage is soaking in a solution of soap, dishwashing detergent. Soaking should not last more than fifteen minutes. The next stage is soft washing. You cannot knead the fabric with your hands. It is better to use a soft sponge for this. Then all that remains is to rinse the accessory in cool water.
• You cannot try to squeeze out the decorative element; it must dry naturally. You can simply leave it on the balcony until it dries completely.
• You can iron the window decoration. The most important thing is not to use high temperatures. The two-star setting is enough.

Video: What types of lambrequins are there?

Lambrequins of different types in the interior of the living room, bedroom and kitchen: