Curtains for the bathroom, which one to choose

Bathroom curtains are both a functional piece of bathroom furniture and a stylish accessory. They protect the floor and walls from water, create a feeling of protection from prying eyes, which is especially in demand for combined bathrooms, and serve as decoration.

They are selected depending on the style of the interior. At the same time, curtains are easy to replace, completely updating the overall appearance of the room. Now you can buy curtains of different colors, textures and densities with different fastening mechanisms.

Types of curtains

All bathroom curtains are divided into two groups depending on the materials they are made from:

Curtains made of soft fabrics. For their manufacture, textiles, polyester, and polyvinyl chloride film impregnated with water-repellent compounds are used. Classic soft curtains with various fastening mechanisms are in great demand. Another option is roller blinds made of soft materials.
Screen, screen made of rigid sheets - made of tempered glass and plastic. These can be stationary or sliding partitions or doors.

All possible options have their advantages and disadvantages. The choice of a suitable model depends on the style of the bathroom interior and the individual taste of its owner.

The service life and technical characteristics depend on the design, materials and proper care of them.

Plastic curtains

Plastic is cheaper and lighter compared to glass. High-quality plastic is more durable: if the door falls, it will not shatter into fragments like glass.

Plastic can be thick and thin, transparent and matte, with or without a pattern.

By design, curtains can be sliding, swinging or accordion-style. It is worth considering the size and area of the bath. A swing curtain that opens like a door requires free space - it is not suitable for a small room.

Good ventilation of the bathroom is important - excess moisture will provoke the appearance of fungus. Be sure to leave a gap between the curtains and the ceiling for air ventilation.

Plastic has pros and cons, check them out before you install your curtain.

Note: to clean plastic curtains, you cannot use abrasive cleaners (i.e., those containing sand, soda, acid) - the surface will be scratched. Wipe the curtains dry with a soft cloth after each contact with water - there will be no limescale or clouding.

Pros and cons of fabric curtains

Textile curtains for the bathroom have the following advantages:

High-quality textiles are environmentally friendly materials. Does not cause allergies.
An effective fabric bathroom curtain has weighting at the bottom, which ensures that it performs its function and makes it very comfortable.
Thanks to the moisture-repellent impregnation, the fabric does not allow water to pass through or absorb it. Liquid flows down the surface of the curtain. This property of curtains protects the room from steam, moisture, and therefore from mold.
A large assortment of similar curtains of various colors, textures and methods of fastening allows you to choose a product for a room decorated in any style.
The fabric bathroom curtain is easy to care for. There are no stains or dirt left on it. This product can be machine washed and hung up to dry.
A roll screen can be made from textiles.
Textile curtains are pleasant to the touch and do not stick to the body during bathing, unlike polyethylene curtains.

The disadvantages of textile curtains include the fact that they need to be washed regularly. At the same time, this makes it easier to care for the product, prevents the growth of mold in the fabric fibers and destroys bacteria.

To prevent the appearance of mold, curtains need to be dried regularly. Another drawback is the short service life of such products, which is only 2-3 years. Double fabric curtains last longer.

How to choose the right option?

When buying a model you like, first of all, you should remember that when used, harmful microorganisms that cause allergic reactions form on it. But they can only be eliminated by washing at a temperature not lower than 40°C, and if this is not possible due to the composition, then the material must withstand heat treatment with a very warm, but not hot, iron.

It is also recommended to pay special attention to the quality of the material, such as wear resistance. Often exposed to moisture, steam and temperature, the curtain can lose its beautiful, original appearance in a very short time. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully study the label of the selected product and, if you have any questions or doubts, contact the seller for advice.

Material

Soft curtains for the bathroom are made from different materials, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages.

Textile

Textile fabrics are used to make accessories; bath curtains are made of cotton or a combined material containing cotton and polyester. Products made from pure cotton are considered more environmentally friendly, and curtains made from material mixed with synthetic fibers are durable and wear-resistant.

The fabric bathroom curtain is coated with special water-repellent substances. Such impregnation greatly improves its performance characteristics: the material retains and does not absorb water and does not allow steam to pass through.

Teflon can be used as an impregnation. It is applied to both natural fabrics (cotton, silk, viscose) and polyester.

Teflon not only has moisture-repellent properties, but also increases the strength of the material, increases its service life and protects against the penetration of contaminants into the thickness of the fibers. The disadvantage of such curtains is their high cost and rough surface, which can collect dust and salt deposits, making maintenance difficult.

Classification of curtains

In the modern consumer market, manufacturers offer a huge variety of bathroom curtains. They differ from each other:

quality of the material used,
sizes,
fastening method,
design,
cost.

So, budget options include curtains made of polyethylene, fabric with mandatory moisture-resistant impregnation, polyvinyl chloride, silicone, polyester, and Teflon fabric.

More expensive ones include rigid structures consisting of plastic and specially treated durable glass.

Mounting options

According to the method of attachment to the guides, curtain designs are used, the choice of which depends on the shape of the bathtub and the material from which the curtain fabric is made:

Fastening with a rod and crocodile clips. This design is often used for polyethylene, textile and polyester curtains. The clothespins are attached to the bar using rings. The pipe can be straight or curved if the shape of the bath requires it. It is best to choose plastic clothespins - they do not rust in high humidity conditions like metal ones and do not tear the fabric. If opened abruptly, plastic clothespins can release the curtain, while metal ones can tear them.

Attaching curtains with clothespins
Grommet designs are the most expensive type of fastening. This method is not used on short-lived and cheap materials. In this case, the curtains are attached to the rod using rings, but holes are made directly in the curtain and bordered with metal stop rings, the diameter of which corresponds to the size of the rod. The eyelet designs are very convenient. The curtains glide easily, do not fall off or come off. The downside is that the metal of the rings will rust over time.

Attaching the curtain to the eyelets
Another way to hang curtains on a rod using rings is magnetic clips. Loops with magnets at the ends are made of metal or fabric. This type of fastening will not hold fabric items with weights. The thick vinyl construction with magnets may also not hold up. But a curtain made of polyester or soft polyethylene will hang perfectly.
The simplest method of fastening, which is often used when sewing curtains yourself, is a pocket . The upper edge of the fabric is folded and hemmed so that the barbell easily fits into the resulting sleeve. You can sew a strip of fabric onto the fabric from the wrong side, leaving the edge free. The curtain with a pocket is difficult to move along the guides. Curtain tiebacks can make operation easier.
Occasionally, designs with ceiling cornices are used in bathrooms . In this case, a chain or rope is attached to the upper edge of the canvas, to which the hooks of the cornice cling.

Optimal curtain size. What is he like?

Finally, let's talk about the size of the curtains. For a standard rectangular bathtub up to 1.7 m long, a curtain measuring 180x200 cm or 180x180 cm (length x height) is perfect. For bathtubs with a length of 1.7 m or more, it is better to choose a longer curtain - 200x200 cm. And in order to protect a corner (asymmetrical) bathtub from splashes, you should choose an increased size of 240x200 cm. A similar curtain size should be used when using a shower tray .

Taking all this into account, we create only those products that are convenient, high quality, and safe. Check out the range of Milardo® curtains and choose what you like!

Rules of care

Care depends on the design features and materials from which the curtains are made. Curtains need to be dried and washed regularly. Fabric, polyester and vinyl items should be washed and ironed when possible. Do not use aggressive detergents, hard brushes or sponges. This may damage the protective layer on the surface of the material.

After each bath, curtains should be rinsed, shaken, straightened and dried so that moisture does not linger in the folds.

Manufacturers and reviews

Domestic manufacturers produce good models of fabric curtains for the bathroom, but the most famous are the products produced in Germany, Italy and Switzerland.

In addition to practical and simple models, Swiss manufacturers have invented curtains for the bathroom that absorb sunlight, and when it gets dark, they emit it back. But such a curtain is not suitable for every room, since the bathroom must have a window through which the sun's rays can penetrate.

Bathroom with window

Reviews from customers

Maria, 40 years old: “I am a designer by profession and I really like to use all sorts of unusual things in the interior and constantly change something in my apartment. Recently I came across a unique premium item - a bathroom curtain from the famous Swiss designer F. Kreutli. The peculiarity of the curtain is its surface, which is covered with magnets. Thanks to them, you can easily change the shape of the product even every day. This header looks very original, and, of course, the room is protected from moisture.”

Curtain by designer F. Kreutli

Alla, 34 years old: “Recently I was lucky enough to find an ordinary vinyl curtain for the bathtub, on which mathematical formulas were depicted. I decided to give my son a surprise. He practically never looks up from his computer, and the bathroom is the only place where he is not present. And imagine - it worked. My lazy fellow learned them. I was very pleased because the floor in the room was dry and the formulas were retained in my memory. »

Product with mathematical formulas

Andrey, 28 years old: “I bought the simplest curtain for the bathroom on the market, with beautiful starfish depicted on it. Since there is a lot of moisture in my room, despite the impregnation, in the spring the curtain became covered with mold. I had nothing to lose, so I diluted the usual white in water. A real miracle happened. The design remained just as bright, and not even a trace of mold remained. I wish I had kept the label, but I think it said it was a vinyl curtain.”

Fabric curtains for the bathroom can solve more than one problem. They will not only protect furniture and floors from moisture, but will also help bring any design idea to life. A bathroom curtain is a guarantee of comfort and beauty.

Design solutions and which one to choose

Bathroom curtains are an important decorative element. Depending on the style of the interior of the room, choose the method of fastening and the pattern on the canvas.

Monochromatic models, matched to match the tiles or sanitary ware, are very popular. A canvas with a small pattern in pastel colors or decorated with mille fleur flowers will look neutral. A bright bathroom curtain with a large pattern or 3D will become an accent accessory.

The overall design style also plays a role. For example, curtains can support the theme with a seascape or bright fish and other marine life.

For the Scandinavian style, a light - white or milky - curtain is suitable. You can - with a monochromatic design, for example black graphics.

For a high-tech room, you can choose monochrome or decorated with abstract patterns curtains with metal fasteners. Rings, eyelets and other types of metal fasteners will look good.

For a room decorated in a minimalist style, laconic designs with eyelets are suitable. For the classics - elaborate curtains with drapery and lambrequins. To select the best ideas, you can use the help of a designer.

Vinyl curtains for the bathroom

This bathroom curtain is made of a more durable material - polyvinyl chloride. Vinyl products are easy to clean with detergents and can even be washed in a washing machine. It is advisable not to set the drying and spin mode, and do not iron. The service life does not exceed 3 years.

Vinyl bath curtains are hung on specialized curtain rods of various configurations. This will help when decorating a corner bath or when decorating a bathroom of various shapes. The colors and lengths of vinyl curtains are varied. Therefore, it is easy to replace a boring accessory with another, spending a minimum of effort and money.

How to make a curtain with your own hands

In order to make a curtain with your own hands, it is best to choose polyester. Even if you cannot purchase material with special impregnation, polyester has good moisture-repellent properties even without it. Moreover, it is easy to work with.

The bar is installed depending on the shape of the bath - straight or curved. You can use a cornice or wire.

The dimensions of the product must correspond to the size of the bathtub, taking into account the drapery. When cutting, you need to take into account seam allowances: leave 2 cm on the sides, 4 cm on the bottom and top.

If a pocket is planned, the top allowance should take into account the width of the hem. First of all, fold the edges twice and stitch them. Along the bottom edge, you can put a chain or other weighting material into the hem.

If the curtain will be hung with clothespins, the top edge should be reinforced with adhesive interlining. For hanging, you can use other types of fastening: loops or bows made of the same fabric, a pocket, and others. The loops are made from similar fabric.

The width depends on the chosen style, and the length depends on the diameter of the base, to which 1-2 cm is added for freedom of movement of the curtain.

The easiest way to make loops is double. First, the end edges are processed with a simple hem. Then the side edges are sewn together with the allowances inwards, stitched around the perimeter and sewn to the curtain.

Rating of the best curtains for the bathroom

Nomination	place	Name of product	price
Rating of the best curtains for the bathroom	1	Spirella Versilia (1017023)	5 130 ₽
2	Ridder Grass (42385)	2 670 ₽
3	Iddis (210P24RI11)	1 590 ₽
4	Ridder Loupe (35897)	2 010 ₽
5	Spirella Blatt	1 580 ₽
6	Iddis Safari Friends	1 335 ₽
7	Bacchetta Quadretto	1 050 ₽
8	Bacchetta City	1 088 ₽
9	Milardo White Mist	744 ₽

Spirella Versilia (1017023)

Rating: 4.9

The leader in the ranking is a model made of mixed textiles. The material is treated with hydrophobic impregnation, which does not lose its properties after numerous washes, still protecting the space well from splashes. There is also an antibacterial impregnation, which is responsible for the absence of mold and pathogenic microorganisms. Thanks to the weighting sewn into the bottom edge, the curtain retains its shape and does not rise due to the movement of steam, fitting tightly to the bathtub. The upper edge is reinforced in the form of a double bend, where holes are located, treated with plastic for strength. The fastening rings inserted there will not tear the curtain, so the model will last a long time. A striped pattern will decorate most interiors. The product size is 180 x 200 cm.

Advantages

mixed textiles;
waterproof impregnation;
high strength of the material;
Washing in an automatic machine is allowed at temperatures up to 40 degrees;
Ironing is permissible in the “synthetic” mode.

Flaws

high cost - about 7 thousand rubles.

How to extend life

All curtains are subject to wear and tear, regardless of the type and composition of the structure. For a long service life, the selected model must be kept in certain conditions:

soft options after taking water procedures must be straightened so that all moisture evaporates;
treat polyethylene options with an antifungal agent;
plastic partitions are wiped with a dry or rubber cloth that does not leave streaks;
for cleaning - you need to choose mild detergents without acid;
glass options are regularly disinfected and rubbed with a dry cloth.

Under no circumstances should you tug soft curtains or allow hard models to make loud noises. There is a risk of damaging the fastening or quality of the curtain.

Soft options for the bathroom should be chosen carefully, paying attention to the labeling and composition of the product.

After washing, you can soak the curtain in a salty solution and, without rinsing it off, dry the curtain

Rigid curtains are more practical, but also more expensive. However, you can choose any design for the interior. If you treat your bathroom accessory with care, even a plastic curtain will last quite a long time.

Why do you need curtains in the bathroom?

First of all, in order to increase the convenience and practicality of using a shower for every resident of your home. If you do not have a shower stall, you are unlikely to deny yourself the joy of refreshing yourself in the morning with pleasant streams of a cool or warm shower, but at the same time the water scatters in different directions and causes harm. Splashes fall on expensive furniture, mirrors, electrical appliances, cosmetics, and so on, rendering them all unusable. What can we say if a large amount of water flows down the wall under the bathtub or behind the washing machine, where it will be very difficult for it to dry on its own, and this will take several days... and during this time the water will quietly penetrate into the seam between the tiles and begin its destructive effect for repair and finishing materials. Isn't it very unpleasant? Of course, but all this can be avoided very simply by installing special curtains in the bathroom, or, as they also say, bathroom curtains.

In addition, bathroom shower curtains are always a kind of space limiter, a visual barrier that limits the view. Of course, each person showers individually, but we are now drawing the attention of precisely those people who have installed a combined bathroom in their home; they understand perfectly well what we are getting at.

Also, a properly installed curtain in the bathroom will prevent the extensive spread of steam throughout the room, which is also very important. If a hood is installed in the bathroom, and it is located in the “territory” of the space of the simulated shower stall, then the steam will spread only here and immediately enter the hood. Accordingly, it will leak less into the rest of the bathroom, which means it will not increase the humidity of the room to a critical level.

Varieties by type of fastening

There are several different types of bathroom curtains. Depending on the installation method, the following 5 varieties are distinguished:

Rings or hooks

This is perhaps the most popular type of bathroom curtains. Most models sold in stores require this type of installation. In order to hang such a curtain, you need to purchase a special rod in the store. There are holes made along the upper edge of the curtain into which you need to insert hooks or rings, sold in the kit.

Magnetic clamps

Such fasteners are a kind of clothespins, at the tips of which there are a pair of magnets. Thanks to magnets, they are very well fixed to the fabric, so it will be very difficult to accidentally tear off the curtain. The advantage of this design is that one set of fasteners can be used for different curtains - and no holes are needed for this.

Eyelets

Eyelets are special rings that serve as edging for holes in fabric or paper (in our case, they are placed on a bath curtain). Thus, to hang the curtain, you need to pass the rod through the holes with grommets. Eyelets are usually made of plastic or metal.

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Pocket

This design operates on the principle of a “drawstring” on clothing, but the role of a rope that is threaded through a fold in the fabric is performed by a barbell. Thus, the rod is sewn inside the curtain. Many people prefer to use this mount because it allows you to completely hide the barbell. The disadvantage of this design is that the fabric glides very poorly over the crossbar.

Chains

A very unusual, designer way of attaching a bath curtain. To successfully implement it, it is necessary that the room has a sufficiently high ceiling. A cornice is installed under the ceiling, decorative metal chains are attached to the cornice, and the curtain itself is hung from the chains. This design looks incredibly impressive and original.

Functional purpose

Bathroom curtains are an important design element. They provide maximum convenience, complement the interior of the room, and make it more functional.

It is imperative to consider a number of useful functions that curtains perform:

they prevent splashing of water, protect walls from its ingress;
protect the floor and wall surfaces from the formation of fungal infection and mold;
allow you to divide the space of the room into several functional zones;
create a pleasant microclimate and relaxation area in the room;
add brightness to the design and decorate it.

All these functions make these products convenient and necessary in the bathroom. But before using plastic curtains, you should familiarize yourself with the main types of these products.

Tips for choosing curtains

When choosing a design for a usually small but frequently used room, like a bathroom, you should adhere to certain tips and recommendations:

It is worth taking a responsible approach to the choice of fastening. For soft curtains, preference should be given to reliable options with eyelets or high-quality rings. The installation of heavy glass structures should be entrusted to professionals, selecting proven fittings;
if you plan to remodel the room or change its style, you should choose soft curtains. Rigid structures are suitable for many years of use;
Do not overload a small room with large ornaments and bright colors. This will visually reduce the space even more and create the impression of bad taste. Laconic designs in soothing colors are the ideal solution;
Before purchasing, you should decide on the size of the canvas. It is unacceptable to lower the curtain to the floor. If you plan to use fastenings on chains, it is worth securing the bar right under the ceiling;
When choosing soft curtains, give preference to quality materials. Unscrupulous and cheap execution may pose a risk of injury or ill health;
It is worth considering the material of the bathroom walls. Heavy structures are not suitable for a room with plasterboard partitions;
You should choose a curtain based on the general stylistic direction of the interior.

Whatever style and version of the curtain is chosen, the main thing is that it fits harmoniously into the overall picture of the bathroom. Glass screens or plastic curtains - the modern market will offer an option for any budget and taste preference. And in order for curtains or rigid structures to last as long as possible, it is worth taking installation and care responsibly.