Traditional curtains and blinds had to make room, giving way to a new type of window decoration - roller blinds, which are also called fabric roller blinds, roller blinds. They successfully fit into different interiors, concise, attractive and functional. To choose roller blinds for plastic windows for each room in the apartment, you need to get to know their types, types of fastening and the properties of the materials from which they are made.
Roll products originated from the famous Roman blinds, but made of modern materials, with an improved mechanism, they have become a new phenomenon in the design of window openings. Built-in devices raise and lower the blinds to any position, allowing you to adjust the light intensity.
Roller blinds, placed strictly according to the size of the window opening or a separate double-glazed window, as in the photo, evoke associations with color inserts.
Mounting methods
The dimensions of the curtains are directly related to the parameters of the window opening and the configuration of the double-glazed window, so you need to measure the window before going to the store. The length is universal, usually does not exceed 1.8 m and is suitable for any configuration of PVC windows.
Curtains can be attached immediately to the entire window - above the window opening or inside it. This is done when the sash does not open or is rarely used. But more often they are connected to each sash autonomously, and this is one of the main features of such curtains. Let's look at several options for installing fabric roller blinds.
"Open" mount
Everything is simple here:
- a shaft with a fabric wound around it;
- a mechanism that sets the shaft in motion;
- the lower planochka, which performs the function of alignment.
The size of the curtain, the diameter of the shaft, the shape and thickness of the plank may vary, but the principle of operation is the same. In this case, the fabric does not adhere tightly to the window glass, but the weighting agent at the bottom of the curtain does not allow the fabric to sag.
Note! If the roller blind is attached over the window opening so that there are no side slots, it must be at least 10 cm wider than it.
The cost of such curtains in comparison with other varieties is relatively low.
"mini" system
This is an improved and cheaper version of traditional roller blinds. Due to the compactness of the control unit and fixing components, these roller blinds are suitable for small windows. Controlled by a chain. Installation and dismantling takes just a few minutes.
Cassette blinds
Cassette curtains are supplied with a decorative box, masking the shaft. The kit contains side rails that act as guides for the web. They help the curtain to fit snugly against the window and prevent light from entering from the side slots.
The main advantage: the window opens freely. An additional plus is the free surface of the window sill.
Some cassette roller blinds have a spring device that adjusts the length of the panel. Usually they are installed on skylights to keep the canvas taut. The mechanism can be controlled both manually and with a remote control. This is especially convenient when the windows are located high.
Such a system in many ways outperforms the open one, it is more beautiful, more practical, but it costs more.
Useful advice. When buying cassette curtains, they look not only at the colors of the canvases, but also at the color of the box. It's good when it matches the tone of the window frame.
Lovolight system
Louvolite roller blinds are designed for large windows. They are fixed under the ceiling and deployed to the floor. Reliable components make it possible to decorate panoramic windows up to 7 m wide and 6 m high with such curtains. Roller blinds "Lovolight" are sold both with an open shaft and hidden in a box. Remote control option available.They are most often installed in offices, shop windows.
"Day Night"
Among the latest successful developments in the field of sun protection systems is a double roller blind, which harmoniously combines the advantages of roller blinds and blinds. It consists of 2 parallel canvases, in which transparent and opaque strips of equal width alternate successively.
Lightproof elements consist of dense natural and synthetic materials. Light-transmitting areas are made of tulle, organza, fine mesh or veil. Between themselves, the strips are thermally connected, treated with Teflon impregnation, which provides dust-repellent and antistatic qualities. Such curtains can have both open and cassette roll systems.
When the control chain moves, the transparent and opaque strips change their position relative to each other:
- if the transparent sections coincide, the room is illuminated as much as possible;
- with an incomplete match, a pleasant twilight appears;
- when overlapping with dense strips of transparent, the window ceases to be a source of street light.
How to hang: video
Hanging roller blinds is easy if you familiarize yourself with simple technology. Before installation, the kit is pre-assembled, fasteners are prepared. The device is mounted with self-tapping screws or PVC brackets. Places for drilling are chosen carefully so as not to touch the important structures of the double-glazed window with a drill.
And you can do without a drill: there are roller blinds that are attached with double-sided tape or special brackets. For the latter, you need to choose a model with hook corners that are hung from above on the opening sash. The swing-out part is equipped with a magnetic system that provides guaranteed fixation of the device.
But installation with self-tapping screws is, of course, more reliable. Usually, an instruction is attached to the purchase, which will help to assemble and install a new roller blind without calling the master. The following video will show you the process.
Materials for roller blinds
Roller blinds can be:
- bamboo;
- jute;
- from wood;
- fabric.
Manufacturers use fabrics that are lightweight, dimensionally stable and resistant to sunlight. Most often used:
- polyester;
- nylon;
- cotton;
- fiberglass.
The main emphasis is on functionality, so these curtains are different:
- antistatic;
- durability;
- dust repellent properties;
- the ability to retain heat, prevent the penetration of cold air.
It is in roll structures that the most modern fabrics are used. According to their light transmission, they are divided into 4 classes:
- blackout - curtains made of such material do not transmit light (light reflection - 95%), cold and noise. Perfect for creating an atmosphere of calm, comfort, safety;
- dimout - a decorative fabric with an original structure of a complex satin weave, has the ability to transmit diffused light, providing complete blackout at night;
- "day-night" - the fabric consists of strips with different light transmission;
- transparent - their function is limited to window decoration. They are used together with ordinary curtains.
The color and texture of the materials can be the most diverse and depends only on the preferences of the owner of the room.
Care
Although roller blinds are impregnated with a solution that maintains their original shape and protects them from pollution, they also need care. You can’t call it complicated, but there are certain rules:
- Normal washing is contraindicated, especially if the fabric is 100% natural. In order not to damage the special impregnation, use soft sponges, neutral detergents.
- A washing machine is categorically unacceptable.
- Wet cleaning or washing should be the last resort when dry cleaning does not help. Often, an ordinary erasing eraser copes with a stain.
- Products must not be twisted or bent.
- Curtains are not hung to dry, it is the cause of creases.
- Solvents, bleaches and other aggressive agents are prohibited.
When cooking or some other work where there is a possibility of contamination, it is preferable to roll up the curtain.
Roller blinds in the apartment
Designers use roller blinds in the design of a wide variety of rooms. Combining simplicity and sophistication, they are appropriate everywhere.
Living room
Such curtains are liked by people who prefer conciseness in design. However, they are used in any style:
- a hi-tech room looks organically with roller blinds in the color of wet asphalt, as well as white and black;
- minimalism will require only a hint of color;
- Japanese style in the living room suggests natural tones of green and brown, bamboo blinds are organic here;
- modern and pop art require bright blinds;
- in an interior in a classic or English style, roller blinds alone are not enough; they are complemented by tulle or traditional thick curtains.
When the window is oriented to the north, curtains in warm pastel colors will be a good option. The northern windows are well decorated with golden, fawn, yellow colors. Curtains of cold shades are suitable for a brightly lit room.
A few more tips:
- The size of the room affects the choice of curtain color. Visually expand the space of the living room will help roller blinds, the color of which matches the color of the walls.
- Vivid drawings can revive a dull interior. Products with photo printing are in demand.
- A memorable design effect gives the coincidence of patterns on curtains and sofa cushions.
According to the criteria of light transmission, curtains of the “day-night” type, which regulate the natural lighting of the room, are considered optimal in the living room.
Bedroom
In a place where everything is set up for a productive rest, thick reflective curtains that can completely or partially shade the room will be suitable. Blackout curtains are indispensable in the bedrooms of people who have to shift their sleep to daytime due to work at night.
Flashy colors are undesirable in the bedroom. Here it is better to choose a calm palette: pearl, sand, peach, golden tones.
When choosing a tone, you should pay attention to the shades of grass and summer foliage. Green is the color of peace, curtains of a similar color in the bedroom will be the right solution.
Children's room
The disadvantage of traditional fabric curtains in the nursery is the long ends, which, with restless inhabitants, sometimes even lead to a break in the eaves and other unpleasant consequences. They also collect dust.
Roller curtains are devoid of such shortcomings. Dirt-repellent impregnation reliably stands guard over cleanliness. In addition, antistatic impregnations and even antibacterial ones are used for roller blinds. It is also easy to adjust the light mode with them.
Another nuance: from an early age, a small person gets acquainted with the advantages of technological solutions, and independently controlling the degree of opening of the blinds, he joins the basics of choosing the right options.
In the nursery, they choose a bright, positive palette that uplifts the mood. It is recommended to avoid color dissonance: excessive variegation is tiring. It is better to choose the color of the curtains, combined with the shade of the wallpaper.
You should not stop at blue or red: the first can cause a depressive mood, the second - aggression. Green, yellow, pink, blue tones, geometric or floral ornaments are desirable. Children love curtains with cartoon characters, pets, and their own photos. Now it is possible to order a rolled canvas with a self-selected image that will please the child.
Roller blinds in the kitchen
Housewives who have already tested similar curtains on their kitchen windows unanimously note that they are much less dirty and dusty.They are convenient to use, easy to care for, and at the same time, they are not inferior to traditional curtains in their ability to create a cozy atmosphere.
The most suitable here are synthetic fabrics, which are easier to maintain their attractiveness in the kitchen, although cotton, linen and even silk are appropriate. The main thing is that the material should be with a special impregnation that repels dust and prevents fading.
Plus, fabrics for roller shutters are also processed with refractory compounds, and this is a serious advantage over flammable curtains. They are compact, so in small kitchen spaces such a curtain is a real treasure.
The kitchen calls for light and optimistic color schemes. When choosing, be sure to take into account the size of the room, the style in which the furniture is made. It is not difficult to do this, since the range of roller blinds is designed for all occasions.
On the loggia
Curtains on the balcony prevent too bright light and excessive heat. Roll products successfully fit into the design of loggias, modest in size, but full of light and fresh air.
Advantages of roller blinds for loggias, balconies:
- compactness - do not clutter up an already small space;
- convenience - do not interfere with the use of window sashes;
- minimal care - just wipe it regularly with a damp cloth;
- for models where the weighting bar is fixed in the guides, the roller blind canvas is held in a different position of the sash;
- products equipped with an electric drive, a photo- and thermal sensor, are controlled at a distance, taking into account the illumination and air temperature.
Due to the modest size of the loggia, it is preferable to use fabric blinds attached directly to the window frame.
Fans of dark tones should give preference to reflective materials, otherwise, by absorbing solar energy, they will raise the temperature.
Sunny balconies are best equipped with roller blinds with a dense structure that protects against high temperatures. The space of the loggia on the north side is protected only from prying eyes, so here they are limited to blinds made of light translucent fabric.
Roller blinds are an attractive, comfortable and economical way to decorate windows. The interior with them becomes modern and stylish.
