In the hot season, windows in all rooms in the house, as well as on the loggia or balcony, are almost always open. To protect the room from unnecessary sunlight and dust from the street, the windows are closed with curtains and curtains. Textile materials not only decorate the room, but also perform a number of other functions.
Massive curtains are not always suitable for decoration, especially if the apartment is small and you need to save space. In this case, tulle can be used as the design of window openings. Later in the article we will look at the use of tulle on the balcony and tell you more about this material.
Material characteristic
Before talking about the design of windows, it is necessary to note the question of what is tulle. It is a very light and airy material. It is smooth, slippery and pleasant to the touch. The structure is mesh. This fabric was named after the French city of Tulle (Tulle).
Tulle is created from two systems of threads on special machines. It is actively used for sewing and finishing women's dresses. The fabric of the patterned type or curtain is created on lace machines. This material is used in the production of bedspreads, curtains and other similar products.
On the market, this material is presented in a wide variety of colors. Finding the perfect shade for a particular design is not difficult.
There are also many varieties of tulle to choose from. Its price is available to everyone.
Benefits of choice
The glazed balcony is a cozy place to relax in the warm season. It is worth noting that the windows without curtains in the living room look empty and sometimes rude. In this case, it is necessary to arrange the openings. Delicate and weightless tulle is perfect for decorating windows, especially if the residents of the house do not want to occupy the already compact space of the balcony with textile materials.
This material allows air to pass through easily, looks neat and stylish, and also practically does not take up space. Many people like how the tulle curtains gently sway in the wind, giving the atmosphere of the room a touch of elegance.
An additional advantage is the ability to follow what is happening outside the window. This is achieved due to the transparent texture of the material. This design option is chosen by fans of tenderness and lightness.
Experts assure that if the balcony is located on the north-west or north side, but curtains of this type are an ideal solution for decorating windows and entering the balcony. Sheer fabric is a stylish and practical option if the windows are on the shady side.
disadvantages
Almost everything has a downside. The advantages of using tulle for the balcony are also available. Users point out that the biggest drawback is transparency. One of the advantages of this material acts as a minus. Behind such curtains you will not be able to hide from prying eyes. This is especially important if the balcony is located on the first floors, and households like to spend time in this part of the house.
Such material is not suitable for complete isolation from the sun. Thanks to the special structure, the light is gently diffused through the tulle and enters the room. In this case, the fabric can be combined with denser materials.
How to choose?
If it is necessary to arrange a window with a wide window sill that protrudes far from the wall, designers advise to abandon long curtains. It is best to choose a fabric that will cover the window up to the sill line.
For a small balcony or loggia, you can pick up a short tulle that does not cover the window completely. This decor looks neat and unobtrusive.
With solid glazing, you need to pick up long curtains. They can close the window from the ceiling and the valley and gently spread on the floor. If you overdo it with the length, it's okay, the main thing is that it does not cause discomfort. Also, long curtains are the best solution for a window with a balcony door.
A practical and convenient option is models with a lifting mechanism. It can be well-known roller blinds or Roman curtains. And they can be used to easily adjust the length. When designing a compact room, it is better to decorate each window frame separately.
When choosing such curtains, you should not think about the side of the windows opening if the tulle is attached to the window frame, and not to the wall.
Color
When choosing tulle, you need to pay attention to the color of this material. The choice presented by the modern market is huge - from bright colors to dark:
- Lungs are commercially available pastel shades.
- Buyers most often choose light shades. This is not surprising given the small size of the balcony, and light colors fill the room with light, creating a light atmosphere.
- If the balcony is adjacent to a girl's or a woman's bedroom, you can choose curtains with pink tulle.
- Colors like lilac, blue, green, peach. When the sun's rays pass through the fabric, the room is filled with amazing color.
- Also on sale are options decorated with various patterns. The most common is a floral ornament. Tulle with the image of geometric shapes and various abstractions is in demand.
- Fans of strict stylistics love to combine black and white tulle. The contrast of two opposite classic colors always looks expressive. This effect looks better on long curtains.
We hang without eaves
The most common option for fastening curtains, curtains and curtains from various materials is considered to be cornices. But they are not the best solution for small balconies. In this regard, many are looking for alternative placement methods:
You can hang tulle on the balcony using the well-known string pendant. It was often used during the Soviet era. The special string suspension set consists of a steel wire, a pair of mounting angles with mounting holes, two spring-type plates and decorative boxes
The second method involves the use of hooks. This is a simple, affordable and convenient way. Hooks are attached in advance above the window opening. Small loops are sewn to the upper edge of the tulle, with which the curtain is attached
Carefully calculate the distance between the hooks and their number.
If you are using roller blinds, they can be glued directly onto the frame. You will need construction glue. Special screws are also used
Care features
Like all other textile materials, tulle collects household dust that enters the room. Over the long term, this fabric can change shape if the curtain is placed on the sunny side. Also, over time, a yellowish tint appears, which spoils the appearance of the product. No matter how the owners try, it will not be possible to completely avoid unpleasant consequences, but if you adhere to certain rules, you can significantly extend the service life of the tulle.
Before soaking the curtain, shake it out thoroughly to remove dust. It is best to do this outdoors to avoid contamination entering the rooms at home. You can add a little baking soda to the basin while soaking before washing. Experience shows that this component is more effective than modern powders.
For information on which curtains to choose for the balcony, see the next video.