The design of roller blinds is a rectangular fabric sheet that can be easily raised or lowered using a chain and thus open or completely curtain the window.
Roller blinds, or, as they are also called, roller blinds, differ in many characteristics. For example, according to the type of construction, they are divided into open and closed systems. In open structures, the canvas fabric is wound on a roller located under the ceiling. The closed system has a special box in which the canvas is completely hidden when folded.
Roller blinds are often used in combination with regular curtains
Also, designs may differ in the type of control (chain, spring mechanisms or electric drive), the size and design of the blade, as well as the material from which it is made. Fabric materials for making roller blinds are cotton, linen, polyester, nylon and even silk. Polyester is combined with viscose, satin or cotton. Fiberglass, wood or bamboo are also used as materials.
The level of light transmission of the product depends on the material of the canvas. Based on this feature, roller blinds are divided into the following types:
- Transparent and translucent - transmitting and scattering daylight.
- DimOut – reflective curtains.
- BlackOut (blackout) - do not allow light to pass through.
- Day-night – with adjustable light transmission.
Sheer roller blind
Reflective curtain
Blackout roller blinds
Roller blinds Day-Night
This article will take a closer look at the types of roller blinds that let in daylight.
Sheer roller blinds
Such roller blinds scatter sunlight, letting it into the room, but do not protect the room from prying eyes. Therefore, the ideal solution would be to combine them with a thick, light-proof curtain or curtains that can be closed in the evening.
A curtain made of transparent fabric, even when closed, does not hide what is happening outside the window
Materials
Transparent fabrics are made from loose textile materials. For outdoor use, acrylic fabrics with a special coating are used, which do not allow dust to pass through, are resistant to moisture and dirt.
The most durable curtains are made from synthetic fabrics.
Colors
As a rule, light shades are used for the canvas:
- lactic;
- cream;
- beige;
- champagne;
- grey;
- white;
- silver.
Important! If you want to decorate a room with sheer curtains with patterns, choose them in such a way that the decor of the canvas matches the interior elements.
In what rooms should it be used?
- offices: strict minimalist models are suitable;
- cafes, restaurants: models in pastel colors, options with patterns;
- shops: simple models that do not attract much attention;
- hotels: shades that create coziness and comfortable lighting;
- living quarters: any options at your discretion.
Examples can be seen in the photo.
Curtains with a reflective effect are more suitable for an office or conference room.
Transparent roller blinds will look good on the veranda of a country house.
Roller blinds are perfect for decorating panoramic windows on the veranda of a country house
You can also use them in the bedroom interior.
First example: uniform style
The individuality of the interior is created primarily by well-chosen textile design. One of the main rules of textile decoration is the unity of the image - you can use one pattern or a combination of several colors and patterns, the main thing is that they are all in the same style.
Window decor traditionally refers to textile design, and therefore it needs to be decorated in accordance with the fabric interior of the room. In this case, the blinds will also be part of this textile ensemble, and must be consistent in the color and texture of its other elements.
Curtains and blinds in a single gray color scheme
Do not overdo it in selecting curtains and blinds of similar colors; remember that the differences between the parts of the window decoration give greater depth and expressiveness to the whole. Use combinations of single-color curtains and blinds with a pattern, or vice versa - single-color blinds and curtains with a print
Translucent roller blinds
The thin fabric of such curtains performs a decorative function, without hiding what is happening outside the window and letting in daylight.
Translucent curtains diffuse light well and create a cozy atmosphere
Materials
This type of roller blinds is made mainly from fabrics. The most popular material is polyester, which can be combined, for example, with fabric such as linen.
Colors
The palette of colors in which the canvases can be made is varied. These are delicate pearl, beige, white, light gray and silver; shades of blue, pink, green, brown. The fabric can be made into various patterns that can be matched to any interior.
To hide from prying eyes in the evening, translucent roller shutters are combined with thick curtains
In what rooms should it be used?
Translucent roller blinds can be used in the same situations as transparent ones. Most often they become a decorative element or an original way to place accents in a room. They also go well with curtains or drapes.
Roller blinds for office original designs
Typically, office employees work at their workplace for 8 hours, so it is necessary to create a cozy environment, but with a laconic style. Roller blinds in office design should not be bright, so that nothing distracts from work. It is advisable to select a plain material that harmonizes with the furniture or walls; you can also install blinds in the office. Canvases with blue and greenish hues are perfect. Such tones do not irritate and have a beneficial effect on creative thinking and the psyche. Ideal for office spaces are plastic curtains that can be rolled up for better access to sunlight and can be easily cleaned from dirt and dust.
Roller blinds and tulle: a beautiful pair
Recently, the combination of roller blinds and tulle as a way of interior decoration is gaining popularity. It is distinguished by elegance and functionality. But in order for the solution to be successful, it is worth considering several of its features.
The combination of tulle with roller blinds is appropriate in many stylistic directions
Types of tulle curtains
If the types of roller blinds have already been listed earlier, now it’s time to figure out what types of curtains there are.
Materials
Organza or veil are most often used as curtain materials. Organza is a thin fabric, quite hard to the touch, which transmits light well. It can be plain or with a pattern that can be printed or embroidered.
The transparency of organza allows you to use atypical “heavy” shades, for example, brown or red
The veil is less transparent, but softer and drapes well
The veil is softer to the touch than organza, is also slightly denser and diffuses sunlight. The veil can be plain or with patterns, and can also be sprayed.
Possible variations
There are two main ways to use roller blinds with curtains when decorating your interior:
- Roller blinds are framed with tulle on both sides.
- Transparent tulle fabric completely covers the window opening, blocking the curtain.
Please note that these directions are only a basis that can be used to create an original solution.
Three tulle sheets look interesting, one of which is suspended in the middle of the window opening
Colors
When choosing colors, you can use similar shades, for example, light green with rich herbal. But you can play with contrast, for example, the lemon color of the curtains and the rich blue color of the curtains. A combination of ocher and brown will create coziness in the room, while silver or gray-blue together with black will breathe coldness and elegance.
Tulle can be matte and serve as a curtain
Where to apply?
It is appropriate to talk about this combination when decorating residential premises. It can be used absolutely freely in an apartment.
Living room
Here it is better to combine close colors that harmonize with each other to create a calmer atmosphere for a comfortable stay.
Light curtains will visually expand the living room space
Kitchen
Curtains can be matched to the color of the kitchen set. It is better to use artificial fabrics for roller blinds - caring for them will cause less hassle.
White curtains on a rustic kitchen window
Bedroom
For the bedroom, blackout roller blinds (not letting in light) in combination with transparent tulle fabric are suitable, which will add lightness and decorate the room.
In a classic interior, roller shutters can be combined with lush lambrequins and curtains
Children's room
The roller blind can be transparent or blackout, and curtains chosen in a similar color can be a successful addition.
A successful combination of translucent roller shutters with light multi-colored curtains
Possible options for placing roller blinds and tulle on one window are presented in the photo.
Roller blinds are often confused with Roman blinds. They are really similar in design. Roman blinds are different in that they are made from curtain fabric. When folded, their “folds,” located horizontally, gather at the top, while hanging over each other. This is their difference from roller blinds.
Seventh example: together, but apart
You can combine curtains and blinds by decorating different windows from the same group with them separately. For example, to create a cozy look and reliable sun protection in the dining room, cover the side windows with long curtains and decorate the central window with roller blinds. Thus, you will visually highlight the center of the room, and the sunlight transmitted by the blinds when open will help you with this.
Separate use of curtains and blinds in one room
A similar technique can be used in the bedroom if the windows are located above the bed or opposite it, as well as in any other room. The main condition is that the windows should be in the center, otherwise adjustments will have to be made to the symmetrical structure consisting of curtains and blinds so that the overall design does not look ill-conceived.
Separate use of curtains and blinds on one group of windows looks especially good in a bay window
Roller blinds and tulle in a stylized interior + photo
All interior styles are divided into three main groups: classic, modern and ethnic.
White translucent curtains without any additions are perfect for furnishings in European styles.
Important: interior styles of different groups are never mixed with each other.
Classic interior
Curtains in delicate peach, milky or beige colors along with transparent roller blinds will look ideal in a classic interior.
Curtains made of light fabric without a pattern seem to dissolve in the interior, giving all the attention to the furniture and decorative elements
Or you can make the window design “invisible” by combining transparent roller blinds with thin white curtains.
Modern styles
Modern styles include: minimalism, hi-tech, loft, Scandinavian style, pop art, eco-style and others.
Minimalism is characterized by large windows and maximum daylight
The practicality of minimalism, as well as its penchant for a monochrome color scheme, hardly gives much scope for imagination. But here, too, you can intelligently combine tulle with a roller blind.
In the Scandinavian style, where a lot of attention is paid to light, this design is used most often.
One of the principles of the Scandinavian style is maximum natural light, so light-permeable curtains will come in handy here.
You can also use it in a loft-style interior.
Ethnic styles
These are the most complex interior design styles. They are used to create a unique atmosphere in the style of one specific country or group of countries. The atmosphere of Chinese style is calm and relaxed.
For ethnic interiors, it is better to choose curtains made from natural materials - jute, bamboo fiber or linen.
Now you know a little more about the features of roller blinds and how you can combine them with tulle curtains in various interiors. Good luck to you and creative success!
Fourth example: modern equality
Modern interior styles challenge the traditions of the classics. This also applies to the usual window design, when thicker curtains frame the middle of the window, curtained with light tulle. You can experiment here and use thick roller blinds to “balance” the curtains.
Blinds and curtains of the same density are a good option for a modern interior
Combinations of light curtains and thick blinds can also look good in a modern interior, but with such design solutions it is very difficult to make a mistake and ruin the entire look of the room
Translucent roller blinds in the interior
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Second example: more room to adjust sunlight
Roller blinds provide good darkening performance, but sometimes the main requirement for a room is the uniformity of light dispersion. And vertical blinds cope best with this task. Most often, such a function of blinds is needed in living rooms. This room usually has the largest windows in the house, and this fact needs to be played up. Everyone who visits your home will appear in the living room, and to create a feeling of comfort in the house, the owners need to try. Combine vertical fabric blinds with curtains of muted shades; this will add softness and tranquility to the interior, relax your attention and promote comfortable communication with guests.
Vertical fabric blinds and curtains for the living room in a soft cream color
Another type of blinds that provides uniform adjustment of the light flux are Zebra roller blinds.
Recommendations for selection
Pink flamingo
When purchasing curtains or fabric for sewing, it is recommended to take the fabric in your hands, feel the texture and check the density against the light .
In order to find out how well the fabric drapes, you need to collect it and look at the folds formed.
By creasing the fabric, you can determine how often it will need ironing.
Choose the one that you like and your child will like.
For a children's room, it is recommended to have several sets of curtains .
These can be summer and winter , bright and delicate options, or simply different from each other.
The same set can be varied from time to time with different decorated details .
When changing the color or shape of a lambrequin, tieback or decoration, each time the child receives new impressions from the fresh design of the room.
Care instructions
Young Rescuer
Most curtains are preferably dry cleaned with a vacuum cleaner.
But from time to time they need to be washed, especially since in a children’s room they get dirty more and more often than in others.
Can be washed by hand or machine . To do this, you need to set it to delicate mode with a temperature of 30 degrees.
When washing by hand, do not wring out the fabric too much; it is better to wait until the water drains on its own.
It is important not to overdry the curtains , but to iron them slightly damp.
Ironing is carried out from the wrong side at low temperatures so as not to spoil the design on the fabric.
Eighth example: confrontation
Sometimes it happens that there is no dominant color in the interior of a room, because the designer’s imagination suggested an interesting color option - the use of two equally contrasting colors to create an interesting and unusual image. Such duality can be emphasized not only by color, but also by the shape of furniture and decorative elements. And using a contrast between blinds and curtains in this interior would, of course, be a logical solution. One color against another, curtains against blinds - what could be more attractive than such a “competition”?
Whatever blinds you choose, you always have the opportunity to create a combination of multi-colored slats in one product, which will look original and unusual.
The combination of curtains and blinds helps to play up the idea of a two-color interior
Distribute the two main colors of the interior in the window design so as to shift the accents in the direction you need - leave a calmer, neutral color for the blinds, and give a bright, saturated color to the curtains. In this situation, the curtains will dominate this pair, which will give the room coziness
Tenth example: contrast detail
Blinds can be not only a functional part, but also the highlight of a room. And the curtains framing the window will fulfill the task of creating coziness. Thus, we get a comfortable room with bright, attractive windows, the main “character” of which is the blinds. To do this, it is absolutely not necessary to look for a product with bright red or light green slats. They may well be of a restrained color - for example, dark brown or pale green. The essence of the design technique is to create a textile window design that practically does not stand out from the general appearance of the room, but does not completely merge with it (so as not to lose texture); at the same time, the color of the window blinds should be contrasting with the textiles. The less colorful the interior of your room, the more noticeable the difference between the color of blinds and curtains will be.
If you hang white curtains in a bright room with a light coral or beige tint, even light walnut-colored wooden blinds will look great here
Clear lines of blinds against a light romantic background of the room
