Corner curtains: review of curtains and corner cornices for curtains in the living room and other rooms

Sophisticated style

Corner cornices allow you to effectively complement any bay window and create soft zoning of space. With their help, you can highlight chic windows or, on the contrary, cover them, reviving a small cozy island of home warmth.

One way or another, a similar design of ceiling cornices exists in various variations and many people encounter it. Therefore, it will not be superfluous to learn its features and installation subtleties.

Choosing curtains for corner windows

Types of corner windows:

single – located in the corner of the room;
bay window - has several angles, each more than 90˚;
two straight windows located in the corner of the room.

You should not immediately purchase the material you like in a store or curtain sewing studio.

A colorful drapery that emphasizes solemnity in a banquet hall or in the living room of a country cottage will look out of place in the kitchen of an ordinary apartment.

Funny curtains with flowers in a children's room are not suitable for teenagers. Moreover, they should be different in the rooms of boys and girls. Pink curtains, very cute in a girl’s room, will look more than out of place in her brother’s room.

You should take into account the personality characteristics of a person living in a room with a corner window. The angular windows are larger in size than ordinary ones and let in a lot of light.

This can cause anxiety for an introvert, so his room should have curtains made of thick fabric, preferably plain ones, the shape and size of which allow him to feel isolated from the world.

Extroverts, on the contrary, want to feel unity with the world around them. Their curtains should be able to move apart as much as possible and each part should be caught by a beautiful sling.

You should consider how the curtains look not only from the inside, but also from the outside. If the houses are located close to each other or the apartment is located on one of the lower floors and is clearly visible from the street, then when decorating the bedroom, you should purchase corner curtains made of thick fabrics, the size of which allows you to completely cover the window opening.

For a sunny room or kitchen, blinds with the ability to adjust the light are suitable.

Curtains do not always have to be able to create complete darkness. In an office or boss’s office, a beautiful but strict frame would be more appropriate. The combination of an original architectural solution with rigor will create a kind of intrigue.

Fashion trends

Modern trends in corner window decoration encourage the use of bright prints and unusual patterns. Interesting geometric patterns will help to emphasize the unusual shape of the opening, visually expand it, and hide imperfections.

Photo curtains do not go out of fashion either: a design that fits into the non-standard shape of the window will add freshness and originality to the interior.

Another design trend is the desire for nature and naturalness. Curtains made of light, natural fabrics with plant prints are in demand. Curtains made of bamboo, weaving, and wicker will help you decorate your window in a more original way. They are decorated with shells and artificial flowers.

In modern styles, practical products are trending: blinds, Roman blinds. The simplicity of the design allows them to be adjusted to fit a corner window of any shape.

The color design of the curtains is dominated by pastel shades: mint green, blue, milky orange, lilac, yellow. They are diluted with bright details for accents.

Cornices for corner windows

For curtains on a large corner window, you should purchase special curtain rods. If you simply assemble ordinary cornices end-to-end, then over time they may become warped for various reasons and end up at different heights. The curtains will also warp, which will be quite noticeable and will not add beauty.

Cornices can be purchased in semicircular shapes or in separate strips, but with reliable fastening to each other.

Corner curtain rods are made of plastic or metal. When choosing, you should consider the weight of the fabric. If the design of the room involves the use of two types of fabrics - a light curtain and a heavy curtain, then you should choose a double-row metal cornice.

The number of rows in the cornice depends on the design idea. If, in addition to various types of fabrics, you plan to hang a lambrequin, then you should use a multi-row cornice.

Cornices for corner windows have ceiling or wall mounting. Since the load-bearing capacity of the external walls is high, they can support a fairly heavy structure. With ceilings the situation can become more complicated, especially if they are suspended.

Inkjet curtain rods are more suitable for this option.

For the living room, a corner baguette curtain rod is suitable, which has a decorative strip that covers any type of fastening. For a window of a non-standard shape, it is better to make this type of cornice to order.

Self-assembly

Have you decided on your choice or have you already purchased ceiling corner cornices? Then you can start installing them. You can do it yourself without outside help. The photo instructions below clearly show how to install a circular plastic cornice with several rails.

With rounding and baguette

Assembling a metal corner cornice

Angular

Assembling it is not difficult and consists of several steps:

Step 1. Corner elements are included in the kit. First of all, they are assembled.
Step 2. It is attached to special brackets to the ceiling or wall.

Fastening

Step 3. The curtains are put on and the decorative end elements are secured. Usually they are simply put on the pipe, as in our case.

Decorative part

Be sure to check the reliability of the fastening so that its collapse does not become an unpleasant surprise for you.

The video below will tell you about the installation of a flexible structure.

Alternative to store-bought products

If you want to make curtain rods yourself, we offer a simple and effective idea. The main material is plastic pipes, and the supporting elements are ordinary coat hooks.

From plastic pipes

The pipes are simply welded or bent to the desired angle, painted and fastened. Our version has one drawback - the supporting elements make it difficult for the curtains to move. But it can be easily solved by a thoughtful arrangement of holders. The result is such attractive cornices that cannot be distinguished from store-bought ones.

Homemade cornice made of plastic pipes

Ceiling corner cornices are varied in their design solutions. And if you make the right choice, the purchased structure will serve faithfully for many years.

Colors and materials

The colors of the curtains are:

plain;
with pattern;
with an image.

When choosing colors, you should focus on the color of wallpaper or furniture, especially upholstered furniture.

There are fewer problems with matter without patterns. This look looks good in a variety of draperies, regardless of their length. To liven things up, you can use lambrequins, tassels, and garters that are also monochromatic, but the color matches the main fabric or has a contrast with it.

Curtains for corner windows should not visually blend with the color of the wallpaper. The shade of the material is chosen several tones lighter or darker.

It should be remembered that straight models that use the entire height of the room visually increase the space of the room. Short options are appropriate in the kitchen and children's room.

Popular materials for single-color curtains on a corner window:

linen;
silk;
velvet;
atlas;
jacquard;
organza.

Natural materials are preferred. They are environmentally friendly and do not collect dust.

What you need

Regardless of the type of element being trimmed, a miter box is an excellent tool, allowing you to evenly trim narrow objects at different angles. The most commonly used values are 45 and 90 degrees. A simple device and very inexpensive. Therefore, you can purchase it simply so that now and later you can make cuts at different angles.

A hacksaw for metal with several spare blades. This is a universal tool that is suitable for working with a wide variety of materials, not just metal. Spare blades are needed, as they tend to break, but they are very cheap, so this will not be a problem.

The tape measure and pencil need no introduction. Of course, if you have the opportunity to use a miter saw or cutting machine, then all questions are automatically removed, but not everyone has such equipment, and besides, if you know how to use such machines, then you will not have any questions.

Dependence on the type of room with corner windows

You should select curtains for corner windows depending on the purpose of the room:

Bedroom. Too bright flashy shades are unacceptable. Classic curtains in rich, deep tones with lambrequins will create a calm, cozy atmosphere. White, brown, golden tones are suitable.
Children's room. Practical models of shortened length are suitable. It is advisable to have a child-themed drawing, but combined options can also be used. The main requirement is the safety of matter.
Kitchen. Dark shades are unacceptable. Practicality requirements suggest the use of short curtains, since there is no need to create complete darkness in this room. The kitchen is a room with high humidity. Therefore, the material for curtains must be water-repellent. Since the fabric may become dirty during cooking, it must be washed thoroughly.
Living room. The curtain for the corner window in the front room should emphasize its festiveness. A heavy fabric with a large pattern and beautiful drapery is suitable.

Models in calm shades are suitable for offices and business premises. Strict fabric will not only protect from light, but will also emphasize business style.

In cafes, restaurants, clubs, large stores, beauty salons with corner windows, curtains should have not only practical, but also aesthetic significance.

Due to the presence of a large number of people in these places, it is necessary to remember about safety.

Indoor curtain design

The choice of cornice and curtains for a corner window depends on the size of the room, its general style and purpose. Successful design solutions for a spacious living room will not suit a small kitchen, and vice versa, so window decor is selected individually.

Kitchen

This room most often has a small area, so heavy curtains made of textured fabrics look out of place in it. It is better to give preference to light, translucent curtains in delicate tones: green, yellow, pink, beige.

Short curtains that do not reach 10-15 cm from the window sill are good: a curtain that is too long will collect dirt.

Small bows, garters, ribbons, and fringes are suitable for kitchen decor. A floral or geometric pattern would look appropriate on a curtain.

Living room

The selection of curtains in this case depends on the overall style of the room. For large, spacious living rooms, heavy, textured curtains that fall to the floor in beautiful folds are suitable.

In small rooms, light curtains in combination with tulle or veil look good. If you plan to make an accent on the window opening, use complementary tones: gold or silver with green, red with pink, white with coffee, blue with lilac.

In a room decorated in a classic, baroque or empire style, complex curtain compositions with figured lambrequins, multi-layered fabric, and rich decor are appropriate.

In a modern minimalist living room, simple Roman or roller curtains, blinds, blackout curtains, and photo curtains look good. In order for curtains to fit better into the room, their color and texture should be combined with the finish of the furniture.

Bedroom

In the sleeping room you need to create a calm atmosphere that does not disturb the resting person, so it is better to avoid curtains in bright colors. Textiles in calm shades of blue, purple, green, and pink look appropriate.

Neutral tones remain unchanged classics: gray, coffee, beige, white, cream. The fabric for curtains should be thick and does not allow light to pass through.

For bedroom decor, lambrequins, pompoms, tassels, bows, ribbons and cords are suitable. Geometric or floral patterns on fabrics look appropriate, especially if they are combined with furniture decoration, carpets, and bed linen.

Children's

For this room, you should choose curtains made from safe, environmentally friendly materials: cotton, linen. Shortened compositions that do not reach the floor are preferred. The color of the curtains is selected taking into account the child’s character.

Fabrics that are too bright will distract attention, while pale and cold ones will cause boredom, so you need to maintain a balance. Curtains in rich, but not flashy shades of green, pink, blue, and orange are recommended. They are complemented with translucent tulle.

A rich decor of curtains is appropriate in a child's room: bows, ribbons, figured lambrequins, appliqués and drawings featuring animals, birds, characters from books or cartoons. It is better to avoid small and easily lost accessories.

Curtains on the bay window

A bay window is a part of a room placed beyond the plane of the facade. Has a window with a curved or multifaceted shape. Thanks to the variety of cornices designed for bay windows, you can use different types of drapes and curtains.

The basis for choosing curtains for a room with a bay window is the desired degree of shading and compatibility with the interior of the room.

An interesting option is to decorate each part of the bay window with a separate fabric. Visually this makes him taller. This is recommended when the bay window has several windows separated by narrow strips of wall.

kitchen bay window curtains 2

The central window and side windows can be made in different styles. The one located in the center can have the usual solution, and the side window openings located at an angle to it can have drapery.

If the bay window has a semicircular shape, then sliding curtains can act as a common curtain. It is also possible to use lifting curtains. It is appropriate to use a lambrequin - a horizontal strip of fabric at the top.

In any case, such an interesting detail as a bay window should not have a simple solution. Don't miss the opportunity to make your interior more attractive.

Selection of location and calculation of fastening

Before picking up a drill, determine at what height to hang the curtain rod, and also set the length of the structure and the offset from the plane of the window opening. The minimum requirements for the mounting location of the cornice are as follows:

The length of the wall system should be wider than the window opening (protrude beyond) by 30-50 cm.
The fastening line is selected at a distance of at least 5 cm from the upper edge of the window slope.
The curtain fabric should be located at a distance of at least 5-7 cm from the window frame. This will allow you to open the window comfortably.
Leave at least (or preferably more) 10 cm from the plane of the curtains to the wall. This way the fabric will not deform, touching the window sill and radiator.

Installation with an indentation from the ceilingSource www.flatproject.ru

The choice of distance from the cornice to the ceiling does not have clear criteria; it comes down to individual preferences. However, the location of the curtains affects the perception of the window opening and the entire room as a whole and solves different problems:

Installation with a minimum height (10 cm from the top edge of the window). The size of the window opening is visually reduced

This technique can be used if you need to concentrate on interior details. The cornice line runs halfway between the window and the ceiling. Convenient reception for high (above 2.8-3 m) rooms

The window looks neat and fits better into the interior, emphasizing its status. In small rooms the rule applies: the higher the structure is fixed, the more attractive the window looks. Therefore, the installation line can be moved from the middle above, leaving no more than 10 cm to the ceiling. Ceiling installation. The best option for standard premises. The room visually looks higher, and the strip of wall above the window is masked with fabric and does not break the perception.

Ceiling mountingSource st.hzcdn.com

About the installation of a metal cornice in the following video:

Roman curtains

Roman blinds for corner windows stand out for their practicality and aesthetic appearance. The convenience of using Roman blinds is that the level to which they can be raised and lowered can be set arbitrarily according to desire and need.

Roman blinds have different styles:

classical;
cascade;
frameless.

The most common is the classic version. When lifted, even folds are formed that stack on top of each other. They go to the bedroom.

Even when unraveled, cascading ones have horizontal folds. They look formal and are often used for draping corner windows in living rooms.

Frameless ones are distinguished by the fact that they have no horizontal folds. When lifted, the folds sag, which creates a feeling of relaxation. Suitable for recreation areas, including glazed balconies.

Where is an arched cornice used?

In addition to decorating openings, radius curtains are used for canopies in the bedroom and nursery. If you want to completely close the bed, choose a ceiling mounting option. With partial fencing, the edges are fixed to the walls. The density of the fabric is determined by the type of construction:

Light fabrics are suitable for small diameter rods.
Heavy textiles will be able to hold a massive analogue.

Curtain tiebacks

The pickup is an integral part of the window composition. Correctly selected curtains, taking into account practical tips and recommendations, are not always the key to a successful final result. Just a few details and the decor of the entire window looks more elegant. The tiebacks subtly emphasize the interior, look great, successfully decorate the windows, being an integral part of the completed composition:

In bathrooms, bowls of interesting configurations are increasingly being found - square, curly, oval. Installing a round profile next to a hemispherical bowl will allow you to hang a protective curtain for water.

Advice! For non-standard configurations, choose flexible curtain rods.

While a corner curtain can easily withstand wet curtains and a towel, a plastic curtain does not have such a margin of safety and can bend under the weight. However, all structures are resistant to moisture and retain their original appearance after years. Installation involves drilling holes. The arc on both sides is fixed with self-tapping screws to the opposite walls. If there is a large bend, an additional hole is drilled in the ceiling. Watch the video for details:

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Dimensions of suspended structures

Curtain rods are available in a wide range of sizes. Models you can choose:

covering a standard window opening;
occupying the entire wall;
for panoramic windows.

In kitchens and hallways, children's rooms and bedrooms, standard structures are often installed, the length of which is several centimeters greater than the width of the window opening. Single-row, double-row wall curtain rods of this type reliably protect from sunlight, are compact, and do not interfere with the arrangement of furniture.

The cornice is several centimeters larger than the width of the window

If it is necessary to make a visual adjustment, to give the room a solid, presentable look, the entire space of the wall on which the window is located is decorated with curtains. This technique visually expands the room and gives the interior grandeur. The design usually uses three-row, two-row metal curtain rods, which have high strength and reliability.

A cornice spanning the entire width of the wall visually expands the room

When decorating panoramic large-scale glazing, several systems can be used to ensure the required length, which can exceed six meters. A good option for this design are profile models made of plastic and metal. Structures must be equipped with sliding mechanisms to ensure convenient operation of large-scale structures.

Profile cornices are suitable for panoramic windows

Installation of ceiling and wall baguette curtain rods

In order to assemble and attach a baguette for curtains to the ceiling, you need to have a special set of tools on hand. To work you will need:

hammer drill or screwdriver;
self-tapping screws;
dowels;
building level;
a simple pencil;
roulette.

During the installation process, you should observe certain parameters:

the location of the decorative element should be symmetrical in the center of the window opening;
the edges of the baguette should extend beyond the window opening by about 15-30 cm;
the distance between the protruding part and the window sill in the horizontal plane should vary within 2-5 cm.

Since the width of the window sill can be different, during installation work on installing a wall molding, it is recommended to take into account the distance by which the brackets will move the canvas forward. The ceiling decorative element requires the correct location from the wall.

To take measurements, it is recommended to take a thread with a small weight attached to the end, for example, a nut. In the place where you plan to secure the baguette in the future, you should attach the thread and lower the load down. If the distance between the thread and the protruding edge of the window sill is from 2 to 5 cm, then the attachment location has been chosen correctly. If the thread touches the edge of the window sill, then it is worth increasing the indentation step.

The wall molding is installed according to the following algorithm:

2 to 3 holes are drilled in the wall using a hammer drill. A dowel is inserted into each hole made in the wall.
Using self-tapping screws, it is necessary to install the brackets and secure them securely.
The next step is to install the rods with baguette. If there are rings on the bar, they must be put on first.
When the baguette includes decorative fleurons, their installation is done last.

Installation of the ceiling molding is carried out according to the following algorithm:

Using a hammer drill, several holes are made in the wall to install a decorative element.
Dowels are installed in the holes.
The baguette strip is fixed using self-tapping screws.
After this, the curtains are hung.

It is important to take into account the fact that the number of holes depends entirely on the selected model. For example, if your plans include hanging fairly heavy curtains in the room, then you should make additional holes in the baguette for fastening

Otherwise, the reliability of the design will be questionable, and during operation there is a possibility that the curtain baguette will fall.

Advice! When carrying out installation work on attaching a baguette for curtains, it is necessary to take into account the weight of the curtain. This is due to the fact that the decorative structure will be subject to load every day, as a result of which it is worth choosing reinforced fasteners.

Narrow openings

Single-leaf narrow options can be visually made larger. The ceiling structure for curtains should be 25 cm longer than the window parameters. Dense or multi-layered draperies on a wide rod will create the illusion of a large opening

When using models that replicate the size of a glass block, attention is focused on compactness

Optical design techniquesSource yandex.ua

If there are several narrow windows on one wall, then it is better to combine them into a single group. Instead of 2-3 short curtain rods, designers recommend using one long one. 10 cm is left on each side. An optical trick creates the illusion of a huge opening.

Interesting design with a cornice Source wallpaperhdrfree.com Several windows in one room Source tops.givdo.com

Narrow windows of different shapes or located close but on corner walls are visually perceived as different. To minimize differences, ceiling structures are mounted at the same level. The effect of a single group is created.

Window design optionSource monicaongsingco.space

Installation

The work begins with assembling the structure into a finished product. It is most convenient to use the manufacturer’s instructions, which indicate the required number of support elements and the distances between them. Before hanging curtain rods on the wall, you need to transfer the markings to the wall.

To work you will need a tape measure, ruler, pencil or marker. You should also prepare a screwdriver, drill, brackets and fastening material (dowels, screws).

All measurements must be made relative to the ceiling, since it often has a slope invisible to the eye. If you apply markings relative to the horizon line, after installation the tilt may appear and the curvature will be obvious. Work is carried out in the following order:

The first landmark will be the center of the window. This point simultaneously shows the distance to the ceiling (if it is intended to be left).

Marking with a ruler with a levelSource avatars.mds.yandex.net

Segments are laid off from the central point in both directions, indicating the places where the brackets are fixed.
At the designated points, holes are drilled and dowels are hammered into them, which have different appearances depending on the wall material. If the wall is brick, the dowels are replaced with wooden plugs into which self-tapping screws are screwed.
When the dowels are fixed, brackets are hung on them and fixed; A cornice is installed on them, not forgetting to first place rings with clothespins on it.
Before the structure is finally secured, it is necessary to evaluate it from afar.

Double-row model on ringsSource i.pinimg.com

About installing a cornice in a nursery in the following video:

What you need to know when decorating triangular windows with curtains

Before decorating a window, evaluate the style of the room. Some solutions may require custom curtain rods and additional fixings, but the entire concept needs to be carefully thought out before installing these parts.

Most often, triangular windows decorate attics. As a rule, these are attics of houses with peaked roofs. Triangular-shaped windows allow you to fill such rooms with light as much as possible and create a feeling of integrity of the exterior of the house.

In classic interiors, traditional fabric curtains are the most appropriate option. And when there are windows in a wooden house, textile fabrics are definitely a priority. They are fixed to the triangular opening in two ways:

masking the non-standard shape;
focusing attention on it.

You can disguise triangular glazing using any model by hanging it in the traditional way on a cornice fixed above the top point of the opening. But in this case, its non-standard shape is not played up, and the interior is deprived of its main architectural “zest”. Sometimes, for example, when the window follows the internal contour of the roof and is located directly under it, this method is not feasible.