Curtain rods or curtains, as they are now commonly called everywhere, are a necessary and important part of the interior of any room. Their main purpose is, of course, to attach curtains or drapes to them. But an additional important task of this necessary item is to improve and decorate the interior of the room, into which they should blend harmoniously. Before we move on to the topic, I would like to discuss what types of curtains there are, and you can see them in the photo.
Installation Tips
Ceiling curtain
If the room is spacious enough and the window occupies a smaller part of it, then it is better to choose curtains 40-60 cm longer than the width of the window. This will give the room some monumentality and expressiveness. If the room is narrow and the window is a fundamental element of the composition, then you can use a trick. Measure the curtains and attach them to the ceiling in such a way that it creates the feeling of a full curtain of curtains along the entire wall. Thus, small square meters will visually expand.
If the window is of complex shape, located in an arch or bay window, then for installation you will need, in addition to the curtain profile itself, also rotating corners of 45 or 90 degrees. It would be a good idea to immediately purchase plugs so that the hooks do not extend beyond the profile. Sometimes decorative edging is also attached to curtains using adhesive tape.
Reinforced concrete ceiling
Attaching curtains to a reinforced concrete ceiling
The most common question is how to hang a curtain on a ceiling made of standard reinforced concrete? To accomplish this task, you will probably need tools such as:
- drill;
- level;
- dowels;
- screws;
- screwdriver (or screwdriver);
- hacksaw;
- pencil.
The algorithm for doing the job looks like this.
- Cut. After you have decided on the size of the future curtain, the blank brought from the store must be adjusted in accordance with your dimensions and calculations. Curtains come in 1.6 and 2 meters long. It is quite possible that it will suit you, and you won’t need a hacksaw. If the idea is different, arm yourself with a tool and cut off the length you need. Also at this stage, bends (if any) are planned. For this purpose, special rotating corners for ceiling curtains are purchased;
- Marking. First of all, you need to outline the middle line. Both at the window opening and at the curtain. It provides orientation. Next, future holes are outlined along the edges of the curtain (10-15 cm from the edge). A few more strokes are applied between the middle and outer marks. The distance between them should not be more than half a meter;
- Drilling. The holes in the curtain can be drilled in advance. In this case, all that remains is to make holes in the ceiling with a hammer drill (for further driving in the dowel). If there are no holes in the curtain, then they are made with a drill;
- The actual fastener. The dowels are forgotten in the holes in the ceiling, the main part of the curtain is placed and the screws are screwed in with a screwdriver;
- Plugs. It is better to place plugs on the edges of the product. This will make it easier to hang curtains later.
Rules for installing ceiling curtains
Do not rush when installing curtains in place. First you need to carefully think through everything, measure and make sure that the curtains on them will decorate the interior without interfering with normal life. We are talking about the following nuances:
- In order for the window to open normally and tilt for ventilation, the curtains with fastening elements should not create obstacles for this. Therefore, they should be located above the window opening;
- It is advisable to be able to fully open the window opening by opening the curtains. To do this, the curtains must be longer than the width of the window so that the curtains in the extended position fit on the sides of the opening and do not cover it. This depends on their density and width, so in each case the length is calculated individually;
- relative to the wall with the window, the curtains should be located at such a distance that the curtains do not touch the window sill or heating radiators. It is clear that when choosing this distance, you need to focus on the very first layer of curtains, closest to the window.
Curtain installation diagram
Stretch ceiling
Niche for cornice in suspended ceiling
How to attach a curtain to the ceiling if it is suspended? The answer is no. No one has yet come up with a mechanism for such an operation. If you really like the ceiling cornice, then you can install it close to the ceiling, but attaching it to the wall.
You can also cheat a little. Even at the stage of tensioning the ceiling, install a wooden block in place of the future fastening of the curtains. Then, when fastening it, it can be used as a reliable support. This option is the most reliable, since if installed correctly, the likelihood of the entire structure falling is very low. With it you can afford curtains of any weight. There are also disadvantages. One of them is the natural processes of wood drying out.
Also be prepared that the block will lose its aesthetic properties and functional load with prolonged exposure to humid air or sudden temperature changes. Therefore, you should not undertake such a presumptuous operation when renovating a bathroom or loggia.
There is another option. Before installing the suspended ceiling, galvanized hangers with plywood bases are fixed to the place where the curtains are attached. It is on these bases that the ceiling curtains are supposed to be fixed. Naturally, they cannot hold excessive weight. But if you trust your room to a minimalist or classic style, and your curtains will not be massive, then you can safely choose this option as your main strategy.
Criterias of choice
Incorrectly selected cornices can disrupt the integrity of the interior and introduce dissonance into the style of the room. To avoid such mistakes when choosing this accessory, it is important to know a few things that you should pay attention to before purchasing.
Design. The most important parameter for determining the overall style of the room. The cornice must match the design of the curtains, color scheme and style of the room. For a sophisticated living room or bedroom interior, timeless classics are suitable, while a minimalist style requires hanging a light cord.
Target.
Cornices differ primarily in the type of curtains they are intended for:
- for classic curtains;
- for Roman blinds;
- For roller blinds.
Then choose a material, shape and type of structure that can support the weight of the curtains.
Type of cornice. Single-row, double-row, three-row roller blinds allow you to place as many rows of curtains as needed for a given room. Each option has its own characteristics and nuances of installation and installation, which directly depend on the length and diameter of the cornice, and the type of connection. Two-row models received the maximum number of positive reviews.
Control type.
Depending on how the curtain fabric moves along the curtain rod:
- Manual control - manual opening and closing of curtains;
- Mechanical - movement of drapery using special mechanisms and devices: stick, string, chain;
- Automatic - manipulation of opening and closing using a remotely controlled mechanism with an electric motor, most often used in sliding models, with rotation, can be with a manual start function.
Color.
The choice of colors for roller blinds is unimaginably wide. When choosing, you should focus on the general palette of the room, style, materials and textures used in decoration. The most common colors are:
- white;
- black;
- gold;
- coffee color;
- brown;
- nickel;
- chromium;
- copper;
- tree-like.
Price.
When deciding how much a good cornice costs, keep in mind that the market offers a huge number of popular models from leading manufacturers, costing from 80 rubles to 20,000 rubles. In pursuit of quality, you don’t have to look for the most expensive curtain rods. According to buyers, you can purchase a budget product that is not inferior to elite ones in terms of durability, reliability and decorativeness.
Dropped ceilings
Attaching curtains to a suspended ceiling
In the case of a suspended ceiling, you can get out. But to do this, you need to plan at the stage of installing the ceiling where the curtain will be placed. If the installation was carried out before your appearance, it will be necessary to increase the reliability of the fastening by increasing the number of drilling points and reducing the distance between them. At the marking stage, you will have to mark them every 20-25 centimeters.
Cornice material
According to current trends, we can understand that the upcoming season features features such as:
- Naturalness;
World designers have already begun to lean towards cornices made of wood and iron, which will go perfectly with curtains made from natural fabrics. There are other types of raw materials from which fashionable curtains are made.
Plastic
This option is very popular:
- Wide selection of models;
- Light weight;
- Functionality;
- Expressive design;
- Reasonable cost;
- Versatility, since there are no restrictions on the room for which they are intended.
Aluminum
No heavier than plastic. High strength, withstands heavy curtains. Excellent value for money and quality.
Thanks to the special coating, they will have a minimalistic look and will not be too pretentious. Supplied with reliable fasteners.
Metal
The most durable, strong, wear-resistant products of all possible. Suitable for bedrooms or living rooms with high ceilings, in high-tech or loft style. With their help, you can stylishly emphasize the original shape and spaciousness of the window frame. Such cornices will look harmonious with Japanese-style blinds and curtains.
Wood
A good choice for interior decoration. Advantages: long service life, mechanical stability, high load-bearing capacity.
We also offer a wide selection of patterns in different shades and deep textures that perfectly match the type of wood used in production.
Forged models
A distinctive feature is the resistance to the large weight of curtains. Such cornices will fill the interior of the room with a special charm. The fashion for them is growing every day.
Cornices are available in a wide range, and you can choose the model:
- String;
- Regularly;
- Double;
- Triple.
The highlight is the forged ends.
