Can I think of anything more magnificent in the interior than the chic curtains with lambrequin? These folds and assemblies, flowing down the stormy stream, this lovely fringe with brushes, which fills the room with riches and nobility. .. Yes, one can write poems about such curtains, but, unfortunately, within the framework of this article rhymes are inappropriate. Therefore, we suggest you to plunge into the world of curtains with lambrequins, and see what kinds they are, in what interiors are used.
First, let's define the stylistic orientation of the room, in which the curtains with lambrequin are usually placed. It is, as a rule, classical interiors( traditional and modern), Baroque, Rococo, Empire style, as well as palace interiors. But if you are an adherent of more modern styles, then do not pass by the lambrequins, because the latter can be made depending on any wishes and for any styles. Want to know how? We'll tell you about this now.
Design of curtains with lambrequins often differs by the way they are made, and only then by other features. There is a traditional classification of such curtains, they are divided into:
- curtains with hard lambrequin;
- curtains with soft lambrequins.
Hard lambrequin( it is also called "bando") is a rigid fabric strip on the lining. It can have a different width and shape, for example, with wavy curvatures or, conversely, with clear geometric lines. Such lambrequins perfectly fit into the style of the interior called "modern".And in other styles they can be used, because, in fact, hard lambrequin is decorated with any decor, starting with gold threads and brushes, ending with multi-colored cords and braid.
Curtains with hard lambrequin
Curtains with hard lambrequin
Curtains for living room with hard lambrequin
And for modern styles, up to high-tech style, a hard lambrequin with a pattern is suitable, which is transferred to the canvas by means of photo printing. Imagine the strict design of such curtains made of metallic fabric with a gorgeous photo of the megalopolis from above.
When compared with soft lambrequins, the hard ones look much stricter and are suitable even for decorating workrooms. But the soft fabric drape with a lot of folds and decor looks elegant and attractive. Probably, you guessed that light curtains with lambrequin are more suitable for classical and palace interior. To describe the options for the styles of such curtains, not enough and ten sheets. They are so diverse and unique that any person who wants to buy curtains with a lambrequin will necessarily pick up for himself something unique.
Curtains with lambrequins photo
Curtains with lambrequins photo
There is one more kind of curtains with a lambrequin - this is a throw. In this case, simply throw the tissue through the eaves bar in an unobstructed manner, and the edges are left hanging down. This way of window decoration fits perfectly both in classical interiors and in modern ones, and it is also suitable for those who want to hang a full-fledged lambrequin, but the height of the room does not allow it.
Curtains with flip-flops
Curtains with flip-flops
Curtains with lambrequins: styles and fabrics
Undoubtedly, the style of the curtains should be harmoniously combined with the type of fabric from which they will be sewn and, of course, with the lambrequin itself. In the finished form, a set of curtains with lambrequins looks like a single whole, where each element is well combined with each other. Even if you have to combine three colors( and mostly it happens: white tulle, and the curtain with lambrequin is sewn from the fabric of two colors), then this combination should be harmonious and not contradict the "rules of good taste".
For sewing such decor the windows use fabrics of different density and different colors. But most often it's all the same softly draping monophonic fabrics. By the way, lambrequin can be made even from tulle fabric with a rim. These curtains are suitable for the kitchen.
Curtain design with lambrequins
Curtain set with lambrequins
Where to hang curtains with a lambreken
In principle, curtains with lambrequin can be inscribed in any room, from the cabinet to the children's room, because you already know that their style and types can differ from each other. But most often such curtains are painted in living rooms, bedrooms and kitchens.
Curtains with a lambrequin for the hall, as a rule, differ more majestic cut, curls a la baroque and rich furnish. These are traditional soft lambrequins: "svagi" with cascades, "ties" with fringe trim, decorative braid, brushes, cords, pads from satin ribbon.
Curtains with a lambrequin for the hall
Curtains for a bedroom with a lambreken try to make them less majestic, but more cozy and refined. Here, the softness of the lines and the more subdued colors are welcome. But hard lambrequins with a smooth wavy edge can also be used.
Curtains for a bedroom with a lambrequin
In the children's room, you can also use hard lambrequin, on which to place, for example, the figure of the sun or clouds. And if there is a desire, then transfer to the canvas photo of your favorite cartoon character, imagine with what delight the child will perceive this idea!
Curtains for a child with a lambreken
But curtains for a kitchen with a lambrequin are most often made of translucent or tulle fabrics of several colors similar in color. From the decoration here, contrast tape or ribbon will suit, but golden brushes will look inappropriate. For the kitchen, the drapery of the cornice with cloth, for example, is suitable.the overturn, which we mentioned earlier.
Light curtains for the kitchen with a lambrequin photo
Where to buy curtains with a lambreken
Now let's find out where to buy such beauty. Finished curtains with lambrequin can be bought in specialized stores selling curtains. But if you are not satisfied with the styles of ready-made variants, you can always order their tailoring. Still sewing curtains - this is a popular service of fabric stores, where they will gladly accept your order for the manufacture of window decor according to individual wishes. Well, handymen of all trades can sew curtains with lambrequins with their own hands. On the Internet, you can find a pattern of such curtains, as well as a detailed description of the work.
Which cornice to choose for curtains with lambrequin
Well, finally, let's talk about what to strengthen such curtains? Classic curtains with lambrequin are usually heavy, so you can not get off with a flimsy plastic cornice. For such curtains you need strong cornices, for example, wooden ones. This must be a three-row cornice: for lambrequin, for curtains and for tulle.
Curtain rails with lambrequins are fixed directly to the ceiling, but there is still an option to make them hidden, in this case the cornice "hides" in the niche of the ceiling structure and remains completely invisible to the eyes.
Curtain rails with lambrequins
According to statistics in modern apartments, most of the decor of the windows are curtains with lambrequin. Our people love them. .. And why not love them, because they look great, besides, due to the right design, such curtains can even adjust the proportions of the room. Therefore, the choice of our compatriots is fully justified.
