If you take on something, then do it with all your heart and be sure to finish it. The full design of the ceiling surface is not limited to stretched canvases alone - for proper integration into the interior format, you need to try to work out all the elements. One of the most common questions is which curtain rods for suspended ceilings are best to choose? It would seem that what to think here - take it and install it, but the existing variety of ceiling cornices on the market makes all owners tormented by doubts about the optimal choice. How to make the right decision?
Some of you may object: “But there are wall cornices, so why reinvent the wheel?” At first glance, this is a completely reasonable objection, in which there is enough common sense, life experience, and the desire to complete the repairs started as soon as possible. However, this solution is clearly lacking in aesthetics and expressiveness: in the dispute between the usual wall cornices and their ceiling versions, the latter win the clear advantage on the scale of visual perfection.
Supporters of the first, more familiar option have their own arguments:
- cheap
- practical
- fast
- easily
- beautiful (sometimes)
And it’s hard to disagree with these arguments. A great variety of models with various design features fully satisfy the aesthetic needs of the average consumer.
The above photos clearly demonstrate how, when successfully used in the interior, wall cornices successfully complement suspended ceilings and generally help create a stronger impression of the room.
Now take a look at the images below and feel the difference.
Advantages of ceiling cornices
- bright individualization of the ceiling area and the room as a whole;
- masking fasteners;
- visual expansion of space;
- additional volume;
- endless options for combining additional lighting and hidden cornices.
The list could go on for a long time - everyone who has chosen the best curtain rods for suspended ceilings will be able to tirelessly talk about how such a small interior detail as a cornice could so radically transform a particular room. But it’s better to focus on leading you to the right choice - and for this, the information below is just like a balm for the soul.
Colors
In well-lit, bright rooms, light curtains are also necessary. Pastel-colored curtains, such as Japanese curtains, look great against a white ceiling fabric.
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But we must refrain from combining the ceiling canvas with the same white walls, so that the room does not resemble a hospital.
It is better to hang curtains made of fabric that is not heavy at all to a glossy ceiling.
Bright, massive draperies in deep tones are hung with dark ceilings.
For a modern style, pleated or Roman curtains, which are now fashionable, would be very appropriate.
What are they?
- Wooden ones
are heavy, even somewhat massive and bulky structures, which, however, do a good job of conveying noble motifs, luxury and splendor into the interior. They are very expensive, so they can only be recommended for use in individual projects. - Aluminum ones
are the exact opposite of the option above, very light and cheap, but at the same time quite durable elements that perform well in a wide variety of operating conditions. - Steel ones
are great for heavy curtains, but are slightly more expensive than aluminum ones. - Plastic
is a common option for curtain rods for suspended ceilings, which certainly cannot be called the best due to the objective characteristics of the material, but it is quite in demand - the low price and many different color schemes and texture compositions allow us to consistently maintain consumer demand.
This classification affects the material from which this or that cornice structure is made. In urban apartments, aluminum or plastic solutions are most often used; in private houses with massive curtains, it is best to choose curtain rods for suspended ceilings made of wood or steel. This will be much more reliable, and in spacious rooms with high ceilings, such options show much greater loyalty to the dominant design style.
Dimensions
A fairly wide range of sizes allows you to choose options for ceilings of any size, while the ceiling itself will remain without a joint.
The most popular plastic and aluminum models have similar dimensional characteristics. The length of a single profile reaches 4 m; longer or curly options are made from several elements. The width reaches 87 mm relative to the number of rows of fastenings.
The strip covering the curtain fastenings is 50 or 90 mm, while the one extended for blend patterns reaches 300 mm (quite rare custom-made models).
Wooden models are made to order, or can be purchased ready-made. The length of finished cornices is 200 cm, custom-made – up to 400 cm. There are no standard sizes for baguettes.
Classification by type of installation
- Wall-mounted ones
are a simple option and are ideal for you if your goal is to simply install a cornice and close the issue as soon as possible. - Hidden
- placed in a special niche and serve as an excellent means of giving the room more volume and expressiveness. The so-called effect of flowing curtains is precisely a consequence of this kind of installation. - Ceiling
- fixed using a beam, which is prudently placed above the tension fabric.
How is installation
open ceiling cornice? We offer you detailed instructions in a convenient video format. I think that after it you are unlikely to have any questions left. We also have a separate article devoted to how to attach a tire curtain rod to the ceiling.
It is important to remember that all operations must be carried out simultaneously with the installation of the tension fabric.
Before laying a wooden beam, it should be treated with an antiseptic
- to prevent the appearance of mold or mildew
Follow the rule:
The length of the laid beam must be equal to the width of the room.
Don't forget the rings
, along the diameter of which the necessary holes are later cut for joining the cornice to the mortgage using screws
Automatic way to control curtains
An existing mechanical system for controlling the movement of curtains can be automated if an electric motor or special sensors for combining with a remote control and telephone are built into it.
Then it will be possible to program the movement of the curtains by the clock, as well as control them using an electronic smart home program.
Hidden installation. Photo and video
Many argue that it is best to install curtain rods under suspended ceilings in this way. There is some truth in this - flowing curtains have a special aesthetic magic and are capable of creating a small design revolution even in the drab interior.
The peculiarity of this method is the location of the cornice in a special niche between the window and the suspended ceiling.
Carefully watch the following video and make sure that there is nothing complicated here.
Important point:
The distance between the beam and the window should be
no more than 10 centimeters
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Selection of accessories
To decorate ceiling curtains, all kinds of accessories are used - tassels, eyelets, tiebacks, curtain holders and others.
When choosing these additions to curtains, you must follow certain rules:
No additional details can interfere with the overall design idea of the room;
- three-layer and two-layer compositions should not have many additional details;
- simple fabrics of not very bright colors require bright additional details.
By skillfully hanging curtains hidden under the ceiling, you can create a wonderful visual effect that transforms any room.
Such curtains create elegance and coziness in the interior, and for rooms with low ceilings, these curtains are undoubtedly the best option.
Which cornice to choose?
Probably, there is no need to say that every cornice offered on the market is good in its own way: it is a truism, which somewhat veils a different message - any cornice design finds its buyer. You should first of all start from what you ultimately want to see in your apartment or house.
Curtain rods for suspended ceilings are especially relevant in low rooms. You will be able to see the curtains at full length, maintaining the illusion of increasing the height of the room.
A mounted curtain rod for a suspended ceiling is perfectly complemented by various baguettes, which can perfectly imitate the same stucco molding. For rooms with a classic type of interior, such options are a real find, capable of greatly enhancing the impression of the design.
If, when choosing a curtain rod for a suspended ceiling, you are guided mainly by cost, then elementary wall options will cost you the least. Are they not suitable for you? Well, then move your gaze to the ceiling cornices. The price for them varies depending on the type of design, complexity and number of elements used.
The most expensive are multi-stage cornice structures.
There is an opinion that baguette curtain rods for suspended ceilings are the most expressive, but which of them will fit better into the interior is up to you to decide. No one has canceled compliance with the laws of composition.
And, of course, you should not mix design styles that are opposite in spirit. In a room with a minimalist interior there is no place for complex structural baguettes.
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What do they look like in the interior?
Living room
Textiles in the main room of the house are primarily responsible for decor and comfort. Curtains here are usually hung in 2 layers - tulle and the curtains themselves. It is best to use a hidden method - the perimeter can be additionally decorated with baguette.
Often, living rooms have unusual shapes that can be easily wrapped around with stretch fabric and enhanced with hidden cornices.
Bedroom
In a sleeping room you cannot do without curtains - thick curtains will protect you from the scorching morning sun, light curtains will create a comfortable atmosphere for relaxation. By choosing hidden installation, you can create decorative lighting along the contour of the ceiling, which will make the bedroom even more cozy.
The photo shows a suspended ceiling with lighting
Ceiling placement behind a baguette or on the wall is also possible - the room does not lose its charm.
Kitchen
The idea of installing in a niche is also suitable for the kitchen. But to make the curtains more practical, designers recommend choosing Roman or roller blinds - their profiles are also easy to attach to the ceiling in the opening.
If hidden mounting is no longer possible, take a look at other options: they can also be beautiful. For example, installation in a plane with a canvas, a wall rod or mounting directly on a window opening (blinds, pleated blinds, and roller blinds of a similar type can be found on sale).
Even more photos
Attaching cornices to suspended ceilings: how to do it step by step
Since the ceiling and wall hanging elements are two different structures, they will be attached differently. The fixture for the walls can be hung at any time, while the installation location for the ceiling is planned in advance - it will be impossible to move it.
A visual effect of a textile waterfall is created.
How to attach a ceiling cornice
The stretched material itself is soft, thin, elastic. To prevent the product from deforming under the weight of the curtains and cornice, I reinforce it with wooden blocks mounted between the base plane and the curtain itself. When using heavy, multi-row curtains, several curtains should be taken - this is necessary to strengthen the entire structure.
The main difficulty here is that the place where the cornice will be suspended is determined by the master in advance - even before the ceiling is stretched.
What else is important to consider:
- Before installing the rough ceiling, you need to mark it and make a sketch;
- the block is chosen a little thinner than the distance from the concrete to the film - the embedded parts should not rest against the stretched fabric;
- the wood of the bars is pre-treated with special compounds that prevent rotting and mold;
- to install the cornice on the ceiling surface, you need reinforced rings - they are fixed where the suspension connects to the mortgage. A place for fastenings is cut out inside the ring;
- When hanging the product, folds, wrinkles, and unevenness should not form on the stretch fabric.
Models are available in plastic or aluminum. Their distinctive feature is the presence of a decorative strip covering the hooks.
How to attach a wall cornice
A wall-mounted curtain rod allows you to hang curtains almost to the very top, but not closely - for free moving structural elements (rings, eyelets) you must leave a distance of at least 1.5-6.5 cm, otherwise these parts will quickly scratch or rub through the film or fabric ceiling.
It is also important to choose curtains that match the color of the top of the room, the hanging itself.
Hidden cornice in a suspended ceiling: pros, cons of designs
A curtain of a standard type on a suspended ceiling photo, sometimes suspended from a completely hidden cornice. Its main advantage is its beautiful appearance, which fits perfectly into the vast majority of interior styles, the disadvantage is complex installation that requires increased accuracy.
Most often used to decorate rooms in a classic or Provence style.
What you need to know to properly secure such a suspension:
- the product is installed simultaneously with the tension structure;
- before starting work, measurements are taken and markings are made on the rough ceiling;
- the profiles on which the canvas is stretched are attached to the walls where there is no suspension;
- in place of the future cornice, a niche is formed - a space hidden behind the beams, profiles, where it will be installed;
- the width of the resulting niche should be no more than 8-10 cm. - these parameters will make it almost invisible from any angle, and the curtains will literally “flow” from the ceiling;
The hidden product is often illuminated with LEDs, which allows you to create a “magical” interior.
Tip: a hidden cornice can become an original zoning element in studio apartments, where it is necessary to temporarily separate the sleeping and kitchen areas from all others.
