It is difficult to imagine interior design without window decor. Windows are decorated with light tulle, multi-layered curtains, unusual lace curtains, drapes. Regardless of the type of canvas, an indispensable accessory of window decor is a curtain rod. Such an insignificant detail performs several important functions at once: it fixes the canvas at the required height, complements the decor of the room. To make the most of the advantages of the cornice, you need to choose the right option. This publication tells about which curtain rod is better for home design.
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What does the cornice look like?
The fundamental function of any curtain rod is to securely fix the fabric at the required height. The cornice is a special horizontal structure with fasteners. The structure usually looks like a simple rod. The rod is fixed to the wall or ceiling using fasteners. The simplicity of the structure makes it durable and easy to assemble/disassemble.
What styles can it be used in?
In modern halls, bedrooms, children's rooms, roller blinds are increasingly being installed instead of standard curtains. In this case, the need for a retainer disappears by itself. However, this is a rather bold, unusual solution. Most people still prefer classic accessories for window decoration.
Modern curtains in interiors of different styles look attractive. They can be used in the classical direction. Forged metal cornices are especially in fashion. They emphasize the nobility, sophistication of the classics. Plastic models are ideal for modern trends - minimalism, loft, hi-tech. If the room has a suspended ceiling structure, you can install the cornice hidden. A special niche is formed for this. It masks all the details.
Please note! The niche for camouflage must be planned in advance, even before installing the stretch ceiling.
Varieties
There are different types of curtains. They are classified by several features: installation method, material, configuration. To find out how to choose a curtain for your home, you need to familiarize yourself with each type in detail.
Installation method
There are two types.
- Ceiling curtain rods for curtains. Such systems are fixed on the ceiling. They can consist of one or several rows. To reduce the weight of the system, plastic is most often used in manufacturing. They also come in different shapes: straight, wave-shaped, semicircular.
Plastic profiles are convenient because they can be used to assemble various types of ceiling cornices.
Important! An inconspicuous method can be chosen for fixing ceiling cornices. In this case, a special niche, a box made of plasterboard, is formed on the ceiling.
- Wall curtains for curtains. This is a traditional option. Usually this method is used when fixing heavy, dense canvases on small windows.
Material
| Tree | Natural wood is truly noble, eco-friendly material. Classic wooden models can effectively decorate both classic and modern interiors. In production, factories use wood with a dense structure, pronounced fibers. The advantage of finished structures is their exceptional durability. The disadvantage is their high weight. |
| Plastic | Lightweight, economical plastic can be an excellent alternative to other materials. Modern plastic curtains do not turn yellow and are strong enough. However, direct sunlight has a negative effect on plastic. Because of it, the structure can quickly lose its attractive appearance. The advantage of plastic is its flexibility. You can find oval, semicircular, and angular types on the market. The photos in our article will help you examine similar plastic curtains in more detail. |
| Forged metal | Having seen a forged curtain rod in a photo at least once, it is impossible to remain indifferent to it. Forged products are distinguished by an unusual design and are able to withstand any load. They do not deform under heavy curtains and do not fade in the sun. This type of cornice has only one drawback - a high price. However, the cost is quite justified. labor costs masters. One such product takes a lot of time. |
| Aluminum | In home design, curtains made of aluminum are used more and more often. People began to prefer light curtains, translucent tulle. It is better to hang them on light metal rods. Aluminum models are easy to install and operate. |
By configuration
What types of curtains are there by type of supporting structure? There are several varieties:
- Profile. Made from a regular aluminum profile. Due to the flexibility of the material, manufacturers are able to create various shapes of products. Most often used in halls with arched, bay windows.
The shape of the cornice bend is determined when ordering the product. - String. The simplest models. Their supporting structure is a regular thin cable. The advantage of this type is its light weight and versatility of design. The cable is almost invisible and easily fits into various interior styles. The downside of string cornices is that they cannot be used with heavy curtains.
String curtain rods are suitable for light curtains - Baguette. They usually consist of a regular round curtain, a special decorative panel. The panel is removable. It decorates the room, reliably protects the locking mechanism, and masks unsightly details.
The carved baguette structure will perfectly complement an eclectic interior - Tire. Their design is made of PVC. Sometimes aluminum is used. It consists of several grooves along the entire length of the cornice. Rollers with hooks move along the grooves.
Plastic ceiling type busbar cornice
Choosing the right curtain fastener
Catalogs of stores, online stores are ready to offer a huge selection of curtain fasteners. But how to choose the most suitable option? You can focus on the following recommendations:
- Selection of reliable, durable material. The material should be selected not only externally. The weight of the curtains should be taken into account. If a light tulle is to be used, string models will do. For heavy curtains, it is better to buy a wooden or metal curtain rod.
The heavier the curtains, the more serious the design of the cornice should be. - Design. The interior of the room should be harmonious. Every detail plays an important role. Wooden and forged models will fit into the classic style. White plastic products will suit the minimalist style.
For minimalism, it is better if the cornice is not visible. - The required number of rows. If the window composition includes lambrequins, tulle, curtains, you need to pay attention to multi-row systems.
Multi-row profile cornice for Japanese curtains - The dimensions of the room, window opening. You can visually expand the room with long fixators - from wall to wall. Low ceilings are corrected by installing a cornice at the maximum height.
With the help of a cornice and curtains you can visually change the dimensions of the window
Making a curtain with your own hands: brief instructions
When creating decor for window openings, many owners decide to make a curtain holder themselves. This can be easily explained by several reasons. The first of them is that the price of finished products is too high. Quality products are quite expensive. Another reason is that some owners simply do not trust the quality of ready-made fasteners. Regardless of the reasons, it is quite easy to make a beautiful curtain rod with your own hands. You can use improvised materials for this.
In this article we will look at step-by-step instructions for making a round kitchen clamp:
- Preparation. First, you need to find suitable materials. The easiest way to make a retainer is from a plastic pipe. Plastic pipes are reliable, durable, and easy to process. They are ideal for lightweight curtains on rings. In a hardware store, you also need to buy special wall holders and decorative accessories.
You will need plastic pipes of the required length, corners, couplings, flanges and copper paint. All this can be purchased at a plumbing and hardware store. - Buying curtains, determining their method of fastening. The kitchen will require light, wear-resistant curtains. They will be constantly tested by sunlight, high temperatures, steam, grease. Curtains should be easy to remove and machine washable.
The easiest way to attach a curtain to a curtain rod is with crocodile rings. - Cutting pipes. To do this, you need to use special scissors for cutting plastic pipes. If you don’t have them, you can use an ordinary hacksaw for metal. The pipes should be cut to the required length. Usually, the width of the window opening is taken, and about ten centimeters are added to it.
The principle of making a cornice is simple and clear from the photo - Fixing to the wall. The pipe can be fixed to the wall using screws, self-tapping screws, special fasteners. Then the curtain rings are put on the pipe. The ends can be decorated with special plugs. The plugs can be selected according to the diameter of the pipe. The installation is complete.
After assembly, the product is painted and fixed to the wall with screws.
Cornices in the interior: photo examples
A properly selected curtain rod can significantly transform the appearance of a room. It can visually adjust the height of the ceiling, the width of the window openings. In non-residential premises decorated in loft and minimalist styles, the simplest designs will look harmonious. String and metal profiles look good in such styles. Examples can be seen in the photos below.
Round cornices will help to emphasize the home environment of the Provence, classic, country style. Forged, wooden options will be ideal. Natural wood, beautiful designer forging will make the interior unique. Baguette models will perfectly fit into the Art Nouveau style. A decorative removable panel with a bright design will hide some wall defects, cover unsightly elements of the retainer. You can see successful options for combining interior style with different types of cornices in photo examples.
Video on how to choose the right curtain rod
Photos for inspiration
Actually, a curtain is a fabric, and what you are talking about is a cornice. How can you attach it to a curtain? If it is a type of fabric? Please improve your literacy.
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