Arches, Miscellaneous
Often in small apartments, the passage between individual rooms is made in the form of an arched opening. This element in the interior can be a kind of decor that has the ability to visually expand the space. But if we consider a practical point of view, then the arched opening must be complete with a curtain. It is curtains that are preferred by the owners of small apartments, where it is necessary to separate the corridor from the kitchen or room when decorating the arch. Such decor becomes a delimiter of zones in the interior, used for final decoration.
The photo shows a rope-type opening decoration
In the photo there is a curtain with grommets
Made from ivory fabric
Main tasks
- An arched curtain in the interior becomes decor and visually delimits the space.
Thread curtains for decorating and delimiting space in the interior
Thread curtains for the arch in red from thin material
The photo shows a modern interior decorated with an arched curtain with internal light decor
- Hiding possible problem areas that arose during the initial construction or when designing an arched doorway.
Recommendations for cleaning and care
Despite their fragile appearance, rope curtains are quite easy to care for. The threads practically do not accumulate dust, so they do not require frequent washing. In addition, modern materials production technologies make it possible to treat fabric with special compounds that repel dirt and dust. All this makes it possible to wash curtains much less often.
Basic rules for cleaning and caring for rope curtains:
- It is permissible to wash muslin either by hand or in a washing machine, but only on a delicate cycle at a temperature not exceeding 40°C. Before sending to the washing facility, the threads must be braided and placed in a bag. After washing, the braids must be unbraided.
- It is better to take string curtains with bugles or other similar decor to the dry cleaner.
- You need to dry the muslin directly on the cornice. There is no need to iron.
Types of arched curtains
Important! The choice of such an interior element directly depends on where it is installed and what opening or window is intended to be decorated.
If the main purpose of using such curtains is to hide from strangers what is happening in the kitchen, then it is recommended to give preference to curtains of their thread material, the photo of which is shown earlier. These types of curtains perfectly complement the interior and do not interfere with the free circulation of air in the room. Today, the market offers a wide variety of curtains made of this material, especially for the kitchen, in different shades and designs. Due to the rich assortment, everyone will be able to decorate arched openings and windows in the apartment with unique curtains.
Model with beads
Buyers are also offered varieties of bamboo curtains. Such products are used for arched openings that open into the hallway and complement the eco-style interior.
Bamboo option
Interiors are also decorated using curtains made of wooden material. This composition consists of varnished elements of different shapes and natural wood shades. Like bamboo material, the elements of these curtains are secured using synthetic thread.
Model made of wooden elements
Design tips
Tulle arch goes well with roller blinds and Roman blinds.
To design a window in accordance with the principles of harmony, experts advise adhering to the following rules:
- In a room with low ceilings, try hanging tulle with vertical stripes or muslin. It will visually lift them.
- For dark rooms, it is advisable to choose curtains in warm pastel colors: milky, cream, beige.
- To create a harmonious interior, you should select tulle in the shape of an arch, taking into account the primary colors used in the surrounding environment.
- When in doubt about color, go for white organza. It always looks neat and adds a touch of freshness and cleanliness to the atmosphere.
- Do you want even more tenderness and romance? Decorate the tulle with delicate lace, cute little ruffles, fabric flowers and elegant tiebacks.
Decorating a window with tulle curtains in the shape of an arch is a great way to inexpensively and practically diversify the interior and give it individuality. This design is best suited for the kitchen. In other rooms, arched curtains will have to be combined with porters or lifting curtains. Together they look beautiful and harmonious and cozy.
Fashion design trends
Today, designers use many techniques for decorating arched openings for interiors of all styles. To decorate the kitchen opening or hallway of a city apartment, use any of the options described above. But let's look at the types of curtains that experienced designers strongly recommend:
- translucent fabrics visually transform even a cramped room into a spacious one.
Translucent fabric
- if the corridor and kitchen are narrow, then pay attention to the options for arched curtains with a vertical pattern.
Option for a kitchen with a vertical pattern
- for corridors with dim lighting, use curtains on the arch in a light shade; the same can be said about the kitchen.
Canvas in light shades
Conclusion
Semicircular openings themselves are a decorative element, and if they are designed correctly, the appearance of the room will improve many times over. Arched blinds can open and close like a fan; when folded, they are almost invisible. Semicircular windows do not have to be completely closed; you can install a cornice only on the rectangular part. In this case, you won’t have to rack your brains about how to sew curtains; even a schoolgirl can handle this kind of work.
If all the openings in your house are made in the form of a rectangle, you can buy or sew arched curtains. They will hide the top of the window and create the impression of an unusually shaped opening. Open arched blinds create the atmosphere of a medieval castle. The design of arched windows can be entrusted to a professional designer, but it is better to use your imagination and create the interior you dreamed of.
Color preferences
To advantageously decorate an arch in a corridor, take a closer look at curtains made of lightweight material in a peach or light green shade. If you prefer options made from wooden beads or bamboo, pay attention to the color scheme of natural light shades, thereby you will refresh or even completely transform the decor in the apartment.
Light green curtains
Checkered curtains for interior arch
Rice. 15 Natural curtains
Natural wool curtains
Choosing the right cornice
A curtain made of any material is attached to an individual design. This means that, in addition to the curtain, its cornice becomes part of the decor of the room. If we talk about an arched structure, the preferred option is a profile cornice. This design is characterized by increased flexibility; the profile takes the desired shape. which makes installation easier. Modern aluminum profiles look aesthetically pleasing, last a long time without deformation or breakage, maintaining their original characteristics and, what is important for the buyer, are inexpensive. This type of cornice is attached to the wall or ceiling.
An arched doorway in the hallway or in the kitchen becomes an advantageous solution in interior design. But in order for this design to take on a complete look, it is decorated with curtains. It’s not difficult to choose them, the main thing is to trust your taste. At the moment when you go shopping, you need to clearly understand what type of room such a curtain is intended for. After all, a product that looks great in the bedroom and living room is no longer suitable for the hallway or kitchen. Be sure to take this aspect into account. And an arch decorated with a beautiful curtain will delight its owners and pleasantly surprise guests at home.
Tips for choosing curtains are shown in our informative educational video.
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Mounting methods
Thread curtains are a universal product, since they can not only be hung anywhere, decorated with various details, but also fixed to the cornice in various ways.
There are several options for attaching thread curtains:
- On the curtain tape. It helps to hang the curtain on the profile ceiling cornice and on the curtain rod. To do this, the tape must be sewn to the thick upper part of the curtain. Insert hooks into the pockets on the tape and attach them to the rings on the bar. The thread material can be left flat or pulled together to form folds.
- On the cornice rod. This option involves threading the bar through the wide part of the product. The lining and threads that are stitched together need to be pulled apart and the barbell inserted there.
- With Velcro tape. To attach a curtain on which one part of the adhesive tape is sewn, you will need a cornice on which the other half of the tape is located. If there is no such cornice, then the second part of the tape must be attached to the required surface, and then the fabric must be attached.
- On rings with clothespins. To hang a product on a cornice, the rings with hooks should be placed at the same distance from each other along the entire length of the cornice. Then secure the curtain fabric to the rings using clothespins.
- On the eyelets. The rod is pushed through the holes of the curtain. At the same time, the curtain forms beautiful waves.
