In the market, Roman curtains appeared relatively recently, but, despite this, they gained unprecedented popularity, and the owners of such curtains express exceptionally praise and give recommendations. Well, let's consider the features of the Roman curtains in more detail, and at the same time we will learn how to do them with our own hands.
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Characteristics of Roman curtains
The design features of the Roman curtains are very unusual, but at the same time they are quite simple. A hard, dense canvas on which strips are laid on each other. The fastening of the curtains is carried out to the cornice of the window. And the lower edges of the curtains are often decorated either by unusual embroidery or fluffy brushes.
Sometimes manufacturers use some tricks so that Roman curtains look more spectacular. Between strips of fabric, manufacturers insert special rails that provide the rigidity of the structure. The length of the Roman curtains can be regulated mechanically, using a special roller, as well as using a lift. Often in stores you can see a simplified adjustment mechanism - using the cord, Roman curtains simply gather up.
The main advantage of Roman curtains is ease of operation. You can choose the desired curtain length with a light movement of the hand. This is especially convenient in the morning and night time, when the sun or moon interferes with rest.
It is very convenient to care for the curtains. To wash, it is enough to remove the wooden frame rails. In no case should not be washed in a washing machine, even if it is a delicate washing mode. In addition, with manual washing, it is recommended not to use high temperatures, because The material is very whimsical and can simply sit down. Such curtains will no longer be suitable for further use.
The beauty of Roman curtains is undeniable, like their practical sides.
- Unpretentious in leaving.
- For a long time are not lending to burnout in the sun, due to the fact that they are treated with a special tool.
- Dust practically does not settle on them, due to which they are considered environmentally friendly.
- Usually they are made only from natural materials. Use cotton fabric, flax.
- These curtains do not threaten the allergy sufferers, they are hypole acture and do not cause any symptoms.
Often, Roman curtains are compared with blinds, but their difference is very obvious, they create comfort and comfort in the room. The blinds make the room a more office option, strict.
In specialized stores, Roman curtains can be bought in a finished form, with various colors or print. But since most people strive to make their decoration more exclusive, they are very popular by the manufacture of Roman curtains to order. The advantage is not only the exclusivity of such curtains, but also a democratic price. In the manufacture, such curtains are very simple.
Using Roman curtains in the interior
Roman curtains are able to embellish absolutely any interior. Empire style and other bohemian styles will get rid of pomp thanks to Roman curtains.
Roman curtains are perfect for the classic style, they will emphasize the missing severity and beauty.
In general, any style with such curtains will look interesting, the main thing is to choose them correctly.
- Roman curtains are very universal, therefore they are suitable for almost any room. They look interesting in the kitchen, much more accurate than ordinary curtains.
- Harmonically Roman curtains look on the windows that are located next to the working area.
- If the windows in the apartment have large sizes, this is not a reason to abandon Roman curtains. In this case, they will be more correct to arrange in rows.
- It is best to combine Roman curtains with the interior, thus choose those shades of curtains that will echo with furniture, wallpaper or decor.
- Roman curtains will perfectly complement the retro style in the interior, as well as a rustic. For such apartments, select a horizontal strip of curtains.
- By the way, about the stripes ... If you opt for striped curtains, it recommends trying a white and blue strip. Such a decor will be perfectly combined with the sea theme of the room.
Designer advice
The use of Roman curtains is multifaceted. Thus, you can use them as a replacement for interior doors, such manipulations are perfect for families where there are small children.
Due to its laconicity, Roman curtains are often used in offices and in the workplace area. They are not striking, do not distract your attention, do not annoy.
Roman curtains of pastel shades will create an incredible atmosphere of calm and comfort in the house. Especially such curtains are suitable for the bedroom. As a council - the lower part of the curtains is best chosen with a decoration in the form of ruffles, bows or other light decorative elements.
Roman curtains will well and harmoniously decorate the zone of the winter garden if it is in the house. As we said, such curtains effectively fight with the penetration of sunlight, which in this case will come in handy. Plants will not be able to get burns, and the design of the room will be very harmonious.
In the living room, experts often practice this option with the help of Roman curtains: curtains are attached one after another. Due to the fact that the installation is not difficult to produce, such decoration will not be difficult and will not take much time. It is advisable to hang two types of curtains. The first made of light, weightless fabric. They will serve you as a day option - tulle. And the latter will already be from a more rigid, rough fabric that does not pass the light - they will carry the function of the curtains. Combining such a kit in color will be easy. You can choose from one color, but different shades. If the high-tech style is used in the room, then you can play in contrast and use various colors of the color scheme.
Roman curtains noticeably change the geometry of the room, so you can play with the distance between the floor and the ceiling.
The use of Roman curtains in the apartment speaks of the subtle taste of the owners of the house and the sense of style, since such an attribute cannot be spoiled by the interior design.
DIY Roman curtains
How to choose fabric for Roman curtains
Material for Roman curtains is suitable for almost anyone, it can be either heavy fabric, which is usually used for curtains and light tulle. But like advice, pay attention to the fabric dense in texture, if only because they perfectly hold shape and folds on the curtains will be much more clearly than from light fabric.
The manufacture of such a curtain will need a very small amount of matter, in view of this you can choose the material more expensive, more focusing, and maybe more exclusive. Remember the task that the curtain should carry, it can simply be a ruling of the window space from prying eyes - in this case, we recommend that you opt for light fabric. And if your goal is fencing from sunlight - then the fabric should be thick, dense. There are special fabrics that reflect sunlight, they are saturated with a special substance on the reverse side. Ask the seller-consultant about this.
When choosing a fabric for the Roman curtain that will be made for the kitchen, remember in which place it will be - a place where smells, smoke, soot, and evaporation are constantly hovering. That is why a water -repellent should be an important property of fabric.
Types of fastening of Roman curtains
Before you start manufacturing, decide how to fix the curtains. Usually use 2 main options:
- Roman curtain attached to the window. Thus, the curtain fabric will be almost located near the glass, i.e. will enter directly into the opening. A great option for large windows. True, you need to be more careful here if you decide to combine light curtains with curtains so that the ensemble looks harmonious.
- The second option provides for fastening the curtain to the wall. Keep in mind that the width of the curtain should be larger than the window of 20 centimeters. I.e. On each side there should be a supply of 10 cm.
Summing up, we can say that the second option is most common, and better relatively convenience. You can easily ventilate the room if necessary.
We sew Roman curtains with our own hands
You will need:
- fabric, pre-selected size, tape lining;
- the tape, which is based on the sticky side, the size of the width of the curtains;
- wooden sticks are wooden-selected by the number of folds of 7-8 pieces;
- rings with a diameter of 10 mm (2 pieces for each set of cakes);
- cord with 3 lengths consisting of 2 lengths of curtains and 1 width of the curtains;
- lower weighting curtains;
- brus-bar of wood for suspension (it should be decorated in advance by means of the fabric that will be used for curtains, or you can simply paint it);
- small nails, hooks.
We cut the curtains:
First measure the window opening, do it carefully, since there should be no discrepancies. Add allowances: 5 cm to the side seams, 15 cm per top and the bottom of the product. The size of the folds and the required amount of curtain fabric recommends calculating by the plate:
On the wrong side of the fabric, we mark the lines of the slope, folds, the installation site of the rings. Note that it should be more attentive to ensuring that future folds are all the same, it is very important, so that visually curtains seem even.
Stages of sewing of Roman curtains:
- We process the side seams.
- Using the steppe, the Velcro should be attached to the bar in the lower part, where the curtain is attached.
- To the upper part, we fasten the Velcro in the same way.
- We make a lower backhole, taking into account that it is possible to insert a weighting agent.
- We sew the tape-lining to the right places, insert the rods into the voids.
- We sew the rings.
- On the rings of the ring we nail with nails, we note that their fixation should be very reliable.
- We fix the curtain with Velcro.
- On the window frame, we carry out the fasteners of the cord and wrap the cord around it to fix the finished curtain.
- From the lower edge, we begin to stretch the cord through the rings, knit the knot below.
- We repeat to stretch the cord from below to the top through all rows of rings, we remove all ends in one direction.
- We tightly tighten the cords, check the uniformity of the folds, fix the folds:
- We attach the beam to the frame. We fasten the beam to the window frame, lower and straighten the curtain.
- We check the tension of all cords so that it is uniform, tie the knot behind the last ring.
- We spread the cords through a special curtain lifting handle, after 46 cm we tie the knot, and below its ends of the cord must be cut off.
- We fix the fasteners for the cord on a frame or wall (depending on which option) and wrap the cord around, it will be fixed the curtains.
It would seem that, at first glance, the design of the curtain has a rather simple way of manufacturing.
If the manufacturing process is not very clear, read it again, try to imagine the technique of execution, which the curtain and how it will function. It is wonderful if you have already met Roman curtains, and you imagine it “in business”.
For the first curtain, not expensive fabric is more than suitable. You can train your skills on it, after achieving the necessary results, you can buy a more expensive fabric and sew the “final option” of the Roman curtain.
