Original and practical kitchen curtains
When creating modern interiors, there are no secondary details and unnecessary details. Sometimes it even happens that it is precisely those accessories that come to the fore that do not initially attach much importance. This fully applies to the design of the window opening in the kitchen.
A few myths about kitchen curtains
Modern designers completely refute this point of view. Indeed, there were times when curtains almost completely went out of fashion - they were replaced by blinds of various kinds. However, now the opposite trend is observed - office curtains are being replaced by pretty curtains and home-like cozy curtains.
Not at all. Such a design of window openings in the kitchen and in the dining room has long been not considered a sign of poor taste and prosaism. Moreover, many modern design areas are associated with the use of accessories that create comfort and a sense of security in the house.
This misconception is also very easily refuted. Even if there are no kitchen curtains in the finished textile store that match your taste preferences and the features of the kitchen window opening, you can place an individual order for tailoring the product in a workshop or a special salon.
What should be guided in the selection of curtains for the kitchen?
First of all, of course, considerations of practicality and usability.
In rooms intended for daily cooking, textile products made from:
- heavy draped fabrics;
- flammable samples;
- poorly washable and too light materials.
In addition, the selected curtains should be combined with the general style of the kitchen (or dining room). Agree that products with a "rustic" flavor will look rather ridiculous in rooms decorated by the type of trends such as hi-tech or loft.
It is best to dwell on products made from natural materials, such as linen. Curtains made of synthetic fabrics (light tulle) are more suitable for spacious kitchens, in which the stove is located at a considerable distance from the window.
When designing kitchens, even volumetric draped curtains with lambrequins can be used. This design element will not only decorate the space, but will allow you to change the proportions of the room.
Textiles for decorating the kitchen: the most popular options
Traditional fabric curtains
Such products are usually made of tulle or light natural materials. They can make window openings even in small rooms. Fabric curtains give the kitchen area incomparable comfort, create a feeling of comfort. Most often, using this type of textile, they design kitchens, as well as dining rooms in the style of Provence and country.
Feston (French) curtains
In these kitchen curtains, the fabric is divided into festoon sections (hence the name). French curtains are used in different cases. They make out both classic and modern interiors of kitchen areas. One “but”: this type of curtain is not recommended for use in rooms that are too small.
This design for window openings is suitable for many styles. Graceful French curtains look excellent in kitchens decorated in accordance with the trends of Provence, country, Baroque, and even Art Nouveau.
Curtains "in French" make it possible to give the window opening an arched look, as well as make it asymmetric.The lower part of the festoon curtains is often decorated with ribbons, beads or exquisite fringe.
Roman curtains
These curtains consist of numerous transverse sections. Inside each element is hidden on the bar. Thanks to the well-coordinated lifting mechanism, the fabric rises up and lays down in even folds.
This option is very convenient when decorating window openings in small kitchen rooms - wherever wide and heavy curtains are not recommended. Roman curtains are very easy to use.
Multisectional curtains can be called universal, because there is no style with which they would not be combined. Roman curtains make out kitchens of the most various directions - from avant-garde to classics.
One last idea
There is another way to design the kitchen space, which is suitable for those who are not afraid of bold design decisions. With the help of expressive curtains-screens sewn from dense natural fabric, it is possible to decorate (or hide) some kitchen areas, for example, the space under the sink.
And if you choose brightly colored material for sewing curtains, combined with the color of the curtains on the window, the interior will become not only stylish, but also harmonious.
These are the modern curtains used to decorate the kitchen. Which ones to choose? Decide for yourself. Whatever you prefer, the interior of the room will still change for the better.