To create not only a cozy atmosphere, but also practicality, short curtains will suit the kitchen, which in the interior look stylish and appropriate. In the kitchen, the window is often located above the sink, or there is a need to use a window sill, so different types of short curtains are often used to decorate the window opening.
Recommendations for selection
Space is important for the kitchen, especially if it is a small space, so more often use short curtains in different styles. Among the advantages are:
- compactness and unimpeded use of the window sill;
- easy access to the balcony;
- they make the kitchen smaller visually;
- less prone to pollution;
- Short curtains for the kitchen are available in a wide range of designs and shapes.
When choosing short curtains, you need to make a start from the width and height of the window, the type of curtains, the color scheme and the style of the kitchen. You also need to take into account the method of fastening the curtains, especially if there is access to the balcony, these can be eyelets, rings, ties, curtains, cafes, asymmetrical or Roman with fastening to the window frame.
Pictured modern kitchen with balcony. The windows have translucent short roman blinds, and the door is free. This solution simplifies access to the balcony.
Kinds
Short curtains for the kitchen should be selected based on the style of the room and its size. To create a classic style fit direct curtains, pelmets, French curtains, and for a modern interior will be appropriate curtains with a lifting mechanism.
Classic Short Portieres
May be translucent or dense. There is no standard length, they can be up to the sill or slightly lower. Transparent curtains are suitable for a small kitchen, they are best combined with blinds, and thick curtains will cool the hot room on the sunny side.
Rolled
Allow to regulate the flow of light, attached to both the window and the windowsill. They can be combined with tulle or short drapes, and can be used independently. Presented in a wide selection of curtain designs and patterns.
Roman
They look stylish and simple, do not pile up space. Can be made from a fabric of any density. Also, as well as rolled economical in the use of the material does not rumple.
French
They are the aristocratic subject of kitchen decor, can be in addition to the lambrequin or short curtains. There are lifting and stationary.
In the photo transparent French curtains, which are the best option for functional decoration of the window above the sink.
With lambrequin or grabs
Curtains with lambrequins as curtains with pickups are suitable for any style, given the accent of shades and the size of the kitchen. In modern interiors neutral colors and simple fabric holders will be appropriate. For the kitchen are suitable non-pry lambrequins of rigid or soft construction.
In the photo are short curtains with a pickup from the same material in the style of rustic. In the neutral interior of the kitchen, curtains and tablecloth are the key accent.
Curtains Cafe
Differ in shape and method of attachment to the middle of the window frame. Suitable for country style, Provence. The most commonly used mount on the strings and hinges. Can be with two halves or whole. To make the window look high, it is decorated with a lambrequin on top.
Jalousie
Suitable for modern kitchens, can be made of plastic, aluminum, fabric, bamboo, horizontal or vertical.
Pleated blinds
Suitable for non-standard window shape, consist of upper and lower eaves, between which there is a fabric curtain-accordion. They can be one-sided, or consist of materials of different density.
Attachment to the eaves
The method of fastening short curtains does not differ from long ones. The fastening on the grommets is suitable for classic curtains of any transparency and looks good in a modern kitchen style. The diameter of the sewn rings can be different.
Short drapes on the rings are suitable for a classic kitchen interior. Curtain attached to the hook, which is fixed to the ring. Rings move freely along the eaves without extra effort.
The loops are arranged with different frequency, depending on the drapery and the weight of the fabric. The loops can be in the color of short curtains, or differ in contrast not only in color, but also in material.
Tie curtains can be of different widths. Like loops, they are attached to the eaves, but with the help of tying knots or bows. This method is convenient for frequent washing kitchen curtains.
The curtain is suitable for niche windows in the kitchen, fixing tulle and short curtains. It features a small protruding frill curtains over the eaves.
With the help of braid, you can create a thick drapery fabric. This mount is suitable for a closed cornice.
The choice of fabric
When choosing a fabric, it is necessary to pay attention to the material's resistance to contamination, fire, paint quality, since kitchen curtains need to be washed more often and it is important that they keep the same look. Kitchen textiles should be impregnated with a detergent that prevents fire and dust accumulation. Suitable as natural fabrics, and synthetic.
Cotton and linen
Do not accumulate static electricity, look stylish with a simple cut, do not cause allergies. Flax does not require additional decor, it is easily wrinkled. Flax with the addition of synthetic fibers is easier to wash, not so wrinkled and looks noble.
Cotton keeps its shape and color well, combined with synthetics. Calico translucent short curtains and shiny thick satin drapes are made from it.
In the photo cotton curtains with jacquard, which tightly close each window door. This design of the kitchen helps to regulate the lighting and freely open any part of the window separately.
Silk
Silk short curtains do not accumulate dust, they are well draped, combined only with a matte set, requires a delicate wash.
Synthetic fabrics
Curtains from synthetics for kitchen dry faster, more durable, do not fade, do not crumple.
- Nylon stretches well, suitable for tulle, resistant to pollution.
- Curtains made of viscose have a silky shine, form smooth folds, do not electrify. Wash by hand without twisting.
- Acetate does not electrify, keeps its color well, such curtains are distinguished by a silky sheen, they do not wrinkle much, they let air through.
- Polyester in its pure form is rare, most often it is a mixture with viscose and lycra. Short polyester curtains are durable, dry quickly, do not shrink after washing and do not stretch.
Curtains made of synthetic organza can be with overflows or matte, smooth, compressed, one- or two-color, with a pattern. It is a durable fabric, does not change shape after washing, resistant to pollution, transmits light, but does not allow air.
Bamboo
For the kitchen will fit short curtains made of bamboo, which do not absorb odor, retain heat, they are easy to care for with a sponge and soapy water. Non-standard short curtains on the kitchen from plastic protect the window from water, cold air, serve as a partition.
Tulle
Fabric for translucent curtains is made from tulle - threads of different composition and method of weaving. Tulle short curtains are washed more often than curtains. To do this, shake the tulle from dust and soak in warm water with a detergent. After that, all the pollution easily move away from the fabric. If it is not crushed or twisted, then you can not iron, and dry on a flat surface.
Design and color
To date, you can choose any design of short curtains or make an individual order. Curtains with a pattern will be a bright accent monochrome kitchen, and the curtains with a pattern can find a response in the tablecloth or napkins.
The color of short curtains should be combined with the facade of the kitchen, worktop, work area, but differ in several shades.
- Curtains color ivory fit any color kitchen.
- Cold colors such as blue, blue, purple, lilac are suitable for "hot" kitchens, where you need to protect yourself from the scorching sun. The color of the headset can be any.
- Warm curtains, red, yellow, green, orange, increase the appetite, “warm” the cool kitchen, look good with a neutral headset.
Style decision
Modern style
In the modern interior of the kitchen rational use of space is appreciated, so Roman, roller blinds, pleated and blinds will be appropriate here. Of the fabrics, preference is given to blended and synthetic materials. Classic short drapes are also suitable for discreet design.
Classic style
For a classic kitchen interior is characterized by luxury. This style is best revealed on a medium and large forge with a wide window. Short curtains decorate pelmet or tulle. Here preference is given to blended and natural fabrics.
Country music
Curtains for cafes, straight flax or cotton curtains with embroidery or print are suitable for country style. The fabric can be natural or dyed.
How to sew roman blinds (photo instruction)
The interior of the kitchen can be made not only unique, but also by the author. This will help the photo workshop on sewing Roman blinds.
Materials: fabric, lining, adhesive tape, thread, 3 cords 2 times more curtains and a little more than the width of the window, weighting for curtains, hooks, nails, 7 pins, slats, braid.
Tools: needle, chalk, screws, PVA glue, drill, sewing machine.
- To measure the size of the window opening. Calculate the desired footage of the fabric width of the window opening + 15 cm in the upper and lower indents and 5 cm in the side seams.
- On the wrong side of chalk mark the place of attachment of the rings, fold line and type on the edges of the edge, top cut, sew velcro.
- Turn the bottom, stitch and insert weighting.
- On the wrong side of the curtains, flash the hem, insert the slats in the holes.
- To the bottom of the timber using nails attach 2 part Velcro.
- On rail rims to mark the place for mounting rings, sew them. Nails to fix the rings on the timber.
- Fix the cord on the window frame, wrap the frame with it, thread it into the rings at the bottom. Secure the cords to the bottom ring for strength and lubricate the PVA.
- Thread the resulting cord through the rings, pull tight to distribute the folds. Secure the folds with tape.
- Thread the cord through the mounting rings.
- Fix the wooden beam on the window frame with a drill. Remove ribbons, align cords, tie them together.
- Pass the cord through the lifting handle, measure 45 cm from the knot and make another knot. Cut off the excess. Short curtains in the handmade kitchen are ready.
Patterns short curtains
Curtains do it yourself (video)
The importance of the composition of the fabric, it is best to choose for kitchen curtains fabric with dirt-repellent and anti-inflammable impregnation of natural or synthetic composition, which do not rumple and retain color after frequent washing.
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