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Curtains in a room have two functions, practical and decorative. They are great for accentuating an arrangement and complementing its appearance. At the same time, they shield you from excessive sunlight or passers-by. Check out the types of room curtains to match your interior.
There are many fabrics to choose from, which can either accentuate the character of the interior or further darken the room. This is why some of them are lighter and others heavier.
Popular products include the velour curtain on tape, which is produced from high-quality polyester fabrics. It resembles soft velvet to the touch. It sits beautifully on the window, regardless of whether you decide to use additional curtains or not. It perfectly emphasizes the character of the interior. You can choose from a variety of shades as well as patterns, so it is the perfect complement to Scandinavian, modern, classic, or glamorous styles. At the same time, velour fabrics darken the room, creating an intimate atmosphere for the occupants of the house, as well as gently letting daylight through.
You will also find satin curtains on the market, which have a shiny surface on one side and a matt surface on the other. They will therefore suit modern and glamour arrangements. Cotton curtains are also popular and can come in different patterns, thicknesses, and textures.
The less common types of ribbon curtains are taffeta and jacquard. They are distinguished by their thick fabrics and are therefore quite stiff and thick. In design trends, these types of fabrics are being replaced by light, airy and practical ones. Among these are, for example, those made of tulle and voile.
If you are wondering what types of curtains there are and how to fit them into your interior, consider that the way they are hung is of great importance. More often than not, the fabrics are practical enough to create a variety of effects. When you order made-to-measure curtains, you have the chance to decide for yourself how densely the curtain should be creased. It also depends on how you want to hang them - with hooks, safety pins, hooks, or a ceiling rail.
In classic interiors, traditional curtains hung on hooks look best. Castors and braces are worth using in modern rooms. They can easily be moved around. An elegant way of hanging is a velour curtain on a tape, which can additionally raise the interior optically.
In addition to the fabric, pay attention to the colour of your room curtains. Ideally, it should be consistent with other home accessories, cushions, carpets or blinds. It's best to determine whether the shade of the other decorations is warm or cool to match the fabric perfectly. You can choose from safe colours that will fit cohesively with the overall décor, such as different tones of beige or grey, or contrasting colours, such as bottle green to cream walls. Consider that the types of curtains will have the effect of visually lowering or raising the ceiling.
Also, consider what effect you want. In glamour interiors, elegant, long types of curtains that fall all the way to the floor will definitely work. The fabric should be a uniform and subtle shade, matching the other textiles. In Scandinavian style, you can opt for pastel colours and fabrics that are associated with simplicity and naturalness. In modern interiors, on the other hand, you can opt for an intense shade, as well as strong accents that emphasise the character of the rest of the arrangement.
In small interiors, it is better to opt for delicate and airy fabrics so as not to further overwhelm the interior. Take this into account when choosing patterns and creases.
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