The design of roller blinds is a rectangular fabric panel that can be easily raised or lowered using a chain, thus opening or completely covering the window.
Roller blinds, or as they are also called, roller blinds, differ in many characteristics. For example, by the type of construction, they are divided into open and closed systems. In open constructions, the fabric of the canvas is wound onto a roller located under the ceiling. The closed system has a special box in which the canvas is completely hidden when rolled up.
Also, designs may differ in the type of control (chain, spring mechanisms or electric drive), the size and design of the canvas, as well as the material from which it is made.
Fabric materials for making roller blinds are cotton, linen, polyester, nylon and even silk. Polyester is combined with viscose, satin or cotton. Fiberglass, wood or bamboo are also used as materials.
The level of light transmission of the product depends on the material of the canvas. According to this feature, roller blinds are divided into the following types:
- Transparent and translucent – transmitting and diffusing daylight.
- DimOut (dimout) – reflective curtains.
- BlackOut (blackout) – does not transmit light.
- Day-night – with adjustable light transmittance.
This article will take a closer look at the types of roller blinds that let in daylight.
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Transparent roller blinds
Such roller blinds diffuse sunlight, letting it into the room, but do not protect the room from prying eyes. Therefore, the ideal solution would be to combine them with a thick, light-proof curtain or drapes that can be closed in the evening.
Materials
Transparent fabrics are made from thin textile materials. For outdoor use, acrylic fabrics with a special coating are used, which do not allow dust to pass through, are resistant to moisture and dirt.
Colors
As a rule, light shades are used for the canvas:
- lactic;
- cream;
- beige;
- champagne;
- grey;
- white;
- silver.
Important! If you want to decorate the room with transparent curtains with patterns, choose them in such a way that the decor of the canvas matches the interior elements.
In what rooms to use?
- offices: strict minimalist models are suitable;
- cafes, restaurants: pastel-colored models, patterned options;
- shops: simple models that do not attract much attention;
- hotels: shades that create coziness and comfortable lighting;
- living quarters: any options at your discretion.
Examples can be seen in the photo.
Transparent roller blinds will look great on the veranda of a country house.
They can also be used in bedroom interiors.
Semi-transparent roller blinds
The thin fabric of such curtains performs a decorative function, without hiding what is happening outside the window and letting in daylight.
Materials
This type of roller blinds is made mainly from fabrics. The most popular material is polyester, which can be combined, for example, with such fabric as linen.
Colors
The palette of colors in which the canvases can be made is diverse. These are delicate pearl, beige, white, light gray and silver; shades of blue, pink, green, brown. Various patterns can be made on the fabric, which can be matched to any interior.
In what rooms to use?
Semi-transparent roller blinds can be used in the same situations as transparent ones. Most often, they become a decorative element or an original way to place accents in the room. They also go well with curtains or drapes.
Roller blinds and tulle: a beautiful pair
Recently, the combination of roller blinds with tulle as a way of interior design has become popular. It is distinguished by its elegance and functionality. But in order for the solution to be successful, it is worth considering several of its features.
Types of tulle curtains
If the types of roller blinds have already been listed earlier, now it’s time to figure out what types of curtains there are.
Materials
Organza or voile are most often used as curtain materials. Organza is a thin fabric, quite hard to the touch, which transmits light well. It can be plain or with a pattern, which can be printed or embroidered.
Veil is softer to the touch than organza, is also slightly denser and diffuses sunlight. Veil can be plain or patterned, and can also be coated.
Possible variations
There are two main ways to use roller blinds together with curtains when decorating an interior:
- Roller blinds are framed with tulle on both sides.
- The transparent tulle fabric completely covers the window opening, overlapping the curtain.
Please note that these directions are just a basis that can be used to create an original solution.
Colors
When choosing colors, you can use similar shades, for example, light green with rich grass. But you can play on the contrast, for example, lemon-colored curtains and rich blue curtains. A combination of ochre and brown will create coziness in the room, and silver or gray-blue together with black will breathe in coldness and elegance.
Where to apply?
It is appropriate to talk about this combination when decorating living spaces. It can be used absolutely freely in an apartment.
Living room
Here it is better to combine similar colors that harmonize with each other to create a calmer atmosphere for comfortable relaxation.
Kitchen
Curtains can be matched to the kitchen set in color. It is better to use artificial fabrics for roller blinds - they are less troublesome to care for.
Bedroom
For the bedroom, blackout roller blinds (not letting in light) in combination with transparent tulle fabric are suitable, which will add lightness and decorate the room.
Children's room
The roller blind can be transparent or blackout, and curtains in a similar color can be a successful addition.
Possible options for the placement of roller blinds and tulle on one window are shown in the photo.
Roller blinds are often confused with Roman blinds. They are indeed similar in design. Roman blinds are different in that they are made from curtain fabric. When folded, their "folds", located horizontally, gather at the top, while hanging over each other. This is how they differ from rolling roller blinds.
Roller blinds and tulle in a stylized interior + photo
All interior styles are divided into three main groups: classical, modern and ethnic.
Important: interior styles from different groups are never mixed with each other.
Classic interior
Curtains in delicate peach, milky or beige colors along with transparent roller blinds will look ideal in a classic interior.
Or you can make the window decoration “invisible” by combining transparent roller blinds with thin white curtains.
Modern styles
Modern styles include: minimalism, high-tech, loft, Scandinavian style, pop art, eco-style and others.
The practicality of minimalism, as well as its tendency towards monochrome colors, hardly give much scope for imagination. But here too, you can skillfully combine tulle with roller blinds.
In the Scandinavian style, where much attention is paid to light, this type of design is used most often.
It can also be used in a loft style interior.
Ethnic styles
These are the most complex interior design styles. They are used to create a distinctive atmosphere in the style of one particular country or group of countries. The atmosphere of the Chinese style is calm and relaxed.
Now you know a little more about the features of roller blinds and how you can combine them with tulle curtains in different interiors. Good luck and creative success to you!
Video: Roller blinds in a modern interior
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M7drZAOhM4
Translucent roller blinds in the interior
