The right choice of curtains for the kitchen, where there is a balcony block - this is not so simple and requires a scrupulous approach. It doesn’t matter at all whether it will be curtains sewn by hand or bought ready-made. It is important to make the right decision, given the style and configuration of the room and the house as a whole, the type of fabric used. So, we will analyze how to choose curtains in the kitchen with a balcony door.
Features and requirements for the design of a kitchen window with a balcony door
When choosing curtains, be sure to consider a number of specific points:
Free access to the balcony is a must. Indeed, the balcony in the kitchen, according to statistics, is visited more often than from other rooms. Therefore, even at the planning stage of the purchase, choose the curtains so as not to cling to them.
Loggia is a comfortable thing, but natural light cuts. Therefore, choose the color and material for the curtains so that the room does not seem gloomy.
The abundance of textiles on the windows of a small kitchen looks somewhat inappropriate. In addition, the fabric in the kitchen gets dirty quickly, and tedious frequent washing is unlikely to please you.
Take the time to study the composition of the selected matter. Natural textiles are difficult to clean, absorb fat and dust. Synthetic fabrics are perfectly erased, but are dangerous in terms of fire. Therefore, the best option is a curtain of mixed fiber.
Choose the model of curtains so that they are in harmony with the balcony door, forming a single composition.
If the stove is near the window, it is important that the distance from the stove to the curtains is at least 300 mm.
Try to find a balance between practicality and beauty, acting on the principle of "one not to the detriment of the other."
Beat the asymmetry
Asymmetry is one of the modern trends. Having beaten it correctly, you can create a unique design of the kitchen window. Combining the most bizarre way of different materials, colors and textures, you can create a unique design. Here are some ideas to help you get your window nicely styled:
Two-layer kit. Use tulle fabric as the main layer. The top layer is made of translucent fabric, which is cut along an oblique line. From the side of the balcony, the curtain has a minimum length, but at the extreme point of the window it completely covers the opening.
Multilayer Japanese panels. Multi-colored panels look especially non-standard and stylish.
Corner curtains.
Rolled or Roman curtains of different heights.
Vertical blinds of various lengths that move apart from the center to the sides.
Short or long curtains?
In a small kitchen or studio, it is best to use two narrow tulle sheets as curtains, without unnecessary draperies and folds. To provide access to the windowsill, you can shorten the canvas, which is located above the window.
In a cramped kitchen space, curtains with lifting systems are also appropriate: Roman blinds, shutters, blinds. They will not be rejected by a draft, the fabric has a dirt-repellent impregnation, maintenance of the material is extremely simple. In addition, you can adjust the level of natural light.
Types and fabrics
The main feature of the kitchen is an aggressive environment. In this regard, the material from which the curtains are made must be practical. The room is often ventilated, so contact between the fabric and street air cannot be avoided. Even if the kitchen is equipped with a good range hood, textiles will actively absorb odors. Therefore, you will have to wash or clean the curtains more often than in other rooms. So, we need materials that are extremely easy to care for. A good choice is a fabric with special impregnation, which prevents the penetration of fat and moisture.
Tulle
It is a thin, translucent fabric that scatters daylight and quenches light glare. You can use one tulle fabric. At the same time, it is important that it moves along the ledge unhindered, creating access to the balcony. Convenient in this regard, curtains on the grommets. They give the impression of neatness and are easy to move. The most common color is white. A combination of two or more shades looks equally beautiful. Tulle is a flammable material, so placing such curtains next to the stove is not the best solution.
Curtains
A classic combination for a kitchen that does not pretend to have an exquisite design is a combination of light elegant tulle with curtains of different lengths.A longer curtain is placed on the side, on the side of the exit to the balcony. Interception for curtains is required, as this will simplify the opening of the balcony door inward. The length of the curtain on the side opposite from the doorway is just below the window sill line. An original solution is draperies on cornices mounted at different heights.
Horizontal and vertical blinds
The principle of operation of horizontal blinds is similar to roller blinds, but there is a significant drawback. The lamels completely close the window and balcony doorway, so there is no way to fully use the window sill. The basis of the design is vertically or horizontally oriented lamellas. Rotating around its axis, they regulate the penetration of light into the room. The material for the manufacture of lamellas is different: dense fabric, metal, wood or plastic. The rotating plates hide the kitchen from prying eyes, without interfering with the air exchange.
It is worth paying attention to vertical blinds. They are easy to care for, do not lose color, do not deform, are virtually silent. Due to the vertical arrangement of the slats, the height of the ceiling visually increases. A good alternative to textile blinds is a fiberglass curtain. The material does not support combustion, it only melts without emitting any harmful compounds. The way to care for fiberglass products is dry cleaning.
Design solutions for color can be very different. This can be a plain surface or lamellas with prints: patterns, ethnic ornaments, photo printing. The lamellas can be arranged in a single sheet, stepwise or in the form of an arch. Blinds fit perfectly into the Art Nouveau style, and in combination with the usual curtain fabric organically look in the classic interior.
Roll and roman curtains
Roller blinds are the best suited for the design of the window opening. Canvases of various lengths can be used for windows and balconies.It is important that their texture is the same. Using roller blinds, it is easy to regulate the flow of natural light, thanks to a special mechanism that winds the canvas onto the shaft. So that the draft does not blow off the fabric, weighting and devices that specify the direction of movement are provided.
The adjacency to the glass in this design is quite dense, so access to the windowsill is free. This is an excellent solution for small kitchens, where the windowsill often serves as an additional working surface for housewives. The choice of shades, textures and sizes of roller blinds is very large. They are easy to maintain and install, which allows them to fit into the space of any kitchen.
Depending on the method of twisting, distinguish between conventional and cassette rolleta. In a conventional design, the web is wound onto a special shaft, while the textile roll is visible. The peculiarity of the cassette design is that the web, turning on the shaft, is hidden in a cylindrical cassette. Depending on the size, roll designs are distinguished both for the entire window opening, and for a separate sash.
Roller blinds look great with a classic curtain. You can use monophonic fabric of different textures and shades or printed textiles. Original photo printing. The minus of roller shutters is that with insufficiently careful operation, the fragile mechanism can be broken. It is recommended not to wash them, but to clean them with a mild soapy solution.
The Roman curtain is a section of textile that, with the help of a special mechanism, rises and lowers (partially or completely). In the raised state, the canvas is folded with a horizontal “accordion”. The straightened curtain closes the window opening completely or, as an option, leaves the window sill open. This option is for fans of laconic rational design.
He is unlikely to suit lovers of quilling.Roman curtains also have a drawback: the risk of breakage of the lifting system, as well as the fact that before washing you need to free the cloth from the guide system.
Austrian curtains are a type of Roman. The difference between them is that the assemblies are not linear, but wave-like. Such curtains look great, but their cost is high. In addition, caring for them is quite difficult.
Bamboo designs
Bamboo fabric has several advantages. It is dense, resistant to moisture, while it weighs a little and looks very original. Bamboo raw materials have been specially processed. It is durable, practical and looks very beautiful, creating an atmosphere of comfort and coziness.
Japanese panels
Japanese panels are one of the original and non-standard ways to design a kitchen window. Their main feature is an extremely concise, minimalistic design. Fabrics are easy to move and extremely easy to clean. Decorating the window with Japanese panels is appropriate in a spacious kitchen, designed in a modern style.
Kisei
The homeland of this material is the countries of the East with a hot climate. Kisei are curtains made of threads fastened together in the upper part. The muslin curtain shades the room well, while ensuring free air circulation. Kisei has different shades and textures of threads, can be diluted with jewelry from beads, pompons or sequins. The fabric looks great in kitchens designed in the styles of “classic” or “ethno”.
Kiseya visually increases the space, so thread curtains are an excellent solution for small and low kitchens, for example, in Khrushchev. You can combine muslin curtain with classic textiles. The color of the curtains can be plain. Gradient transition of colors or a combination of contrasting threads looks beautiful. The muslin curtain is practical and easy to clean. You can make it yourself, especially since nothing is stitched and cut at the same time. Wash kitten is easy.So that the threads do not get tangled, they are bandaged in several places.
Knitted fabric
A self-made or custom-made curtain is a real work of art. Moreover, one of the modern trends is original hand-made things in a rustic style. A short lambrequin, a neat cafe curtain or a crocheted lace fabric are the solutions for a kitchen with a balcony. In a spacious room, volumetric crocheted products look good. Here you can experiment with the texture of threads and a combination of colors.
When choosing a knitted pattern, preference is given to plant and animal motifs, patterns with butterflies, flowers, fruits. The set, connected in one style, looks beautiful: curtains, covers for furniture (chairs, sofas), napkin, tablecloth. The optimal shade range is white, cream, unbleached yarn, pearl. White color creates an atmosphere of cleanliness, the kitchen looks very elegant. Muted shades of green, blue and olive are allowed.
Features of choice
The criteria for choosing curtains for the kitchen with a door to the balcony are as follows:
Lighting. A kitchen with a balcony is worse than without it. Therefore, light materials of a light shade should be preferred. An exception to this rule is large square kitchens, where dark curtains will only decorate the room, creating the impression of wealth and luxury.
Practicality. To provide access to the balcony, you will often have to move the canvas. Therefore, it should move freely along the ledge. The fabric itself should be sufficiently strong and wear-resistant.
Heater design. If it is not too aesthetic, it is advisable to hide it behind the curtain.
Layout, style of design of the kitchen.
It is not necessary to focus on any kind of curtains. A combination of several varieties is possible. For example, classic curtains with rolled, corrugated, Roman curtains or blinds.
Under the interior styles
The most traditional and win-win option, a kind of "classic of the genre" - curtains made of fabric. Natural linen, cotton, lace tulle are appropriate in small kitchens made in the classical style, as well as Provence or country. Innovations such as corrugated, Austrian, Roman or roller blinds are not alien to the classic design. They look great with familiar textiles.
Chic organza and satin curtains look organically in Empire or Baroque kitchens. In particular, if the kitchen room simultaneously serves as a dining room or living room.
Lambrequins of various geometric shapes are best associated with the "modern" or "classic" interior.
In the styles of "eco" and "ethno" perfectly fit blinds made of bamboo or woven products from jute fiber.
With Japanese panels, it is desirable to design rooms in the style of "high-tech", "techno" or "minimalism".
Anchorages and cornices
Curtains in the kitchen have to open-close often enough, so the cornices need to be selected high-strength. Ceiling strings are undesirable for a kitchen with a balcony, because they are short-lived and not too practical. According to the manufacturing material, 3 types of cornices are distinguished.
Metal - steel, copper, brass, aluminum. Metal goes well with glass or leather décor. Products in this series can be matte or shiny. Originally painted metal curtain rods with color coating. The most expensive and unique metal cornices are forged. They are made to order. The boldest idea of the client will be realized.
Plastic This is a much more economical option. Plastic is a fairly durable and practical material, completely undemanding in care. Plastic cornices are available with imitation of wood, stone or metal.
Wooden. For the kitchen, such products are completely unsuitable.The cost of wood products is quite high, and from contact with aggressive environments they quickly lose their original attractiveness. However, if the tree is needed in the interior of the kitchen to maintain the overall style, it copes with its functions with excellent quality.
The length of the cornice, according to the rules, should extend beyond the window opening on the left and right by 300 mm. In this case, the window design looks much more beautiful. Too long a cornice is also impractical.
Curtains on grommets
Eyelets are a simple and original mounting option. These are rings sewn directly into the fabric. Such curtains are very practical. Indeed, in order to cut them off, you need to try very hard. Eyelets are an embodiment of laconicism and elegance. At the same time, they emphasize the texture of the material, form perfect folds on the canvas.
To hang dense curtains, metal rings are used. Plastic eyelets are suitable for medium-density textile curtains. If the fabric is light, then mounting on the eyelets will not work.
Accessories
Accessories are an important element of interior decoration. Kitchen curtains can be decorated with ribbons, brushes, clips. The specific decision depends on the taste preferences of the owners of the house. It is only important that the decor matches the specific style and color scheme. With the help of accessories, you can decorate long canvases, give them shape and give the appearance of curtains a special highlight.
For unhindered passage to the balcony, holders and grabs are used. The hooks are made of twisted cord, decorated with bows and ribbons. Materials for the manufacture of holders - metal, plastic or wood. The height of the holders is different, depending on the specific style of the kitchen.
A hassle-free passage to the balcony can be achieved with the help of sheer interception. It is possible to achieve the same effect using a lambrequin made in the form of a scarf.
Accessories for curtains can be bought ready-made in a specialized store or made by yourself. The main thing is not to overload the interior of the kitchen and observe the measure with the number of accessories.
Colors and patterns
To make the kitchen space look beautiful, the color of the curtains is chosen so that it matches the tone in which the walls are painted. Matching does not mean complete color identity. Sometimes they beat the harmony of textures, neglecting a single color scheme. For a small kitchen, light curtains made of plain fabric will be the best option.
The influence of color on the mood of people has been established for a long time. Therefore, choosing the color of kitchen textiles, you need to consider a number of features:
Shades of white visually increase the room. White color goes well with pastel colors: beige, pale blue or pinkish.
Yellow tones - sunny, positive, bright, contribute to the activation of the brain and rapid awakening (what you need in the morning).
The soothing green tone creates an impression of calm and pacification.
Blue and cyan. In their pure form, these tones are quite cold, so it is advisable to use them with other shades, warmer and brighter.
Violet shades are undesirable to use "solo", as they contribute to a deterioration in mood, up to depressive states.
Red is too bright and annoying. For kitchen textiles, muted tones are suitable: burgundy, terracotta or reddish brown.
If you chose textiles in neutral tones, it is advisable to compensate for some uniformity with expressive prints. If wallpaper with a pattern is pasted on the walls, it is better to use plain textiles.
Design Tips
To successfully design a window that combines with a balcony door, designers advise the following:
Choose the width of the curtains so that it matches the opening of the window and balcony.
If the curtains are too long, consider weighting agents (these may be decorative elements).This is necessary so that in case of accidental draft, the fabric does not end up in a dangerous proximity to the slab.
Do not be afraid to experiment by combining materials of different colors and textures. Remember that the asymmetric combination of a balcony door and a window is not a disadvantage, but an advantage. Unless, of course, correctly beat him.
The combination of colors, albeit contrasting, is wonderful. But, in order not to slip into the most primitive kitsch, remember: the maximum number of colors in the tint range of the interior is 3.
If you use fabrics of different textures, adhere to unity in the color scheme.
To visually expand the kitchen, choose light materials: plain or with a fine pattern.
If the walls are designed in neutral colors, then bright, contrasting shades of textiles are appropriate. Conversely, colored walls harmonize well with curtains of muted tones.
If possible, the design of the curtains should provide for the regulation of lighting.
Choose easy-to-clean materials that are easy to clean.
Arrange the furniture so that it does not clutter the passage to the loggia.
Conclusion
When finalizing the design of a kitchen window, consider that the operating mode of this room is very special. Fabrics that are selected on the principle of “expensively-richly” in the kitchen quickly lose their attractiveness, turning into dust and grease collectors. Balance between practicality and luxury. One should not be to the detriment of the other.
The right choice of curtains for the kitchen, where there is a balcony block - this is not so simple and requires a scrupulous approach. It doesn’t matter at all whether it will be curtains sewn by hand or bought ready-made. It is important to make the right decision, given the style and configuration of the room and the house as a whole, the type of fabric used. So, we will analyze how to choose curtains in the kitchen with a balcony door.
Content
Features and requirements for the design of a kitchen window with a balcony door
When choosing curtains, be sure to consider a number of specific points:
Beat the asymmetry
Asymmetry is one of the modern trends. Having beaten it correctly, you can create a unique design of the kitchen window. Combining the most bizarre way of different materials, colors and textures, you can create a unique design. Here are some ideas to help you get your window nicely styled:
Short or long curtains?
In a small kitchen or studio, it is best to use two narrow tulle sheets as curtains, without unnecessary draperies and folds. To provide access to the windowsill, you can shorten the canvas, which is located above the window.
In a cramped kitchen space, curtains with lifting systems are also appropriate: Roman blinds, shutters, blinds. They will not be rejected by a draft, the fabric has a dirt-repellent impregnation, maintenance of the material is extremely simple. In addition, you can adjust the level of natural light.
Types and fabrics
The main feature of the kitchen is an aggressive environment. In this regard, the material from which the curtains are made must be practical. The room is often ventilated, so contact between the fabric and street air cannot be avoided. Even if the kitchen is equipped with a good range hood, textiles will actively absorb odors. Therefore, you will have to wash or clean the curtains more often than in other rooms. So, we need materials that are extremely easy to care for. A good choice is a fabric with special impregnation, which prevents the penetration of fat and moisture.
Tulle
It is a thin, translucent fabric that scatters daylight and quenches light glare. You can use one tulle fabric. At the same time, it is important that it moves along the ledge unhindered, creating access to the balcony. Convenient in this regard, curtains on the grommets. They give the impression of neatness and are easy to move. The most common color is white. A combination of two or more shades looks equally beautiful. Tulle is a flammable material, so placing such curtains next to the stove is not the best solution.
Curtains
A classic combination for a kitchen that does not pretend to have an exquisite design is a combination of light elegant tulle with curtains of different lengths.A longer curtain is placed on the side, on the side of the exit to the balcony. Interception for curtains is required, as this will simplify the opening of the balcony door inward. The length of the curtain on the side opposite from the doorway is just below the window sill line. An original solution is draperies on cornices mounted at different heights.
Horizontal and vertical blinds
The principle of operation of horizontal blinds is similar to roller blinds, but there is a significant drawback. The lamels completely close the window and balcony doorway, so there is no way to fully use the window sill. The basis of the design is vertically or horizontally oriented lamellas. Rotating around its axis, they regulate the penetration of light into the room. The material for the manufacture of lamellas is different: dense fabric, metal, wood or plastic. The rotating plates hide the kitchen from prying eyes, without interfering with the air exchange.
It is worth paying attention to vertical blinds. They are easy to care for, do not lose color, do not deform, are virtually silent. Due to the vertical arrangement of the slats, the height of the ceiling visually increases. A good alternative to textile blinds is a fiberglass curtain. The material does not support combustion, it only melts without emitting any harmful compounds. The way to care for fiberglass products is dry cleaning.
Design solutions for color can be very different. This can be a plain surface or lamellas with prints: patterns, ethnic ornaments, photo printing. The lamellas can be arranged in a single sheet, stepwise or in the form of an arch. Blinds fit perfectly into the Art Nouveau style, and in combination with the usual curtain fabric organically look in the classic interior.
Roll and roman curtains
Roller blinds are the best suited for the design of the window opening. Canvases of various lengths can be used for windows and balconies.It is important that their texture is the same. Using roller blinds, it is easy to regulate the flow of natural light, thanks to a special mechanism that winds the canvas onto the shaft. So that the draft does not blow off the fabric, weighting and devices that specify the direction of movement are provided.
The adjacency to the glass in this design is quite dense, so access to the windowsill is free. This is an excellent solution for small kitchens, where the windowsill often serves as an additional working surface for housewives. The choice of shades, textures and sizes of roller blinds is very large. They are easy to maintain and install, which allows them to fit into the space of any kitchen.
Depending on the method of twisting, distinguish between conventional and cassette rolleta. In a conventional design, the web is wound onto a special shaft, while the textile roll is visible. The peculiarity of the cassette design is that the web, turning on the shaft, is hidden in a cylindrical cassette. Depending on the size, roll designs are distinguished both for the entire window opening, and for a separate sash.
Roller blinds look great with a classic curtain. You can use monophonic fabric of different textures and shades or printed textiles. Original photo printing. The minus of roller shutters is that with insufficiently careful operation, the fragile mechanism can be broken. It is recommended not to wash them, but to clean them with a mild soapy solution.
The Roman curtain is a section of textile that, with the help of a special mechanism, rises and lowers (partially or completely). In the raised state, the canvas is folded with a horizontal “accordion”. The straightened curtain closes the window opening completely or, as an option, leaves the window sill open. This option is for fans of laconic rational design.
He is unlikely to suit lovers of quilling.Roman curtains also have a drawback: the risk of breakage of the lifting system, as well as the fact that before washing you need to free the cloth from the guide system.
Austrian curtains are a type of Roman. The difference between them is that the assemblies are not linear, but wave-like. Such curtains look great, but their cost is high. In addition, caring for them is quite difficult.
Bamboo designs
Bamboo fabric has several advantages. It is dense, resistant to moisture, while it weighs a little and looks very original. Bamboo raw materials have been specially processed. It is durable, practical and looks very beautiful, creating an atmosphere of comfort and coziness.
Japanese panels
Japanese panels are one of the original and non-standard ways to design a kitchen window. Their main feature is an extremely concise, minimalistic design. Fabrics are easy to move and extremely easy to clean. Decorating the window with Japanese panels is appropriate in a spacious kitchen, designed in a modern style.
Kisei
The homeland of this material is the countries of the East with a hot climate. Kisei are curtains made of threads fastened together in the upper part. The muslin curtain shades the room well, while ensuring free air circulation. Kisei has different shades and textures of threads, can be diluted with jewelry from beads, pompons or sequins. The fabric looks great in kitchens designed in the styles of “classic” or “ethno”.
Kiseya visually increases the space, so thread curtains are an excellent solution for small and low kitchens, for example, in Khrushchev. You can combine muslin curtain with classic textiles. The color of the curtains can be plain. Gradient transition of colors or a combination of contrasting threads looks beautiful. The muslin curtain is practical and easy to clean. You can make it yourself, especially since nothing is stitched and cut at the same time. Wash kitten is easy.So that the threads do not get tangled, they are bandaged in several places.
Knitted fabric
A self-made or custom-made curtain is a real work of art. Moreover, one of the modern trends is original hand-made things in a rustic style. A short lambrequin, a neat cafe curtain or a crocheted lace fabric are the solutions for a kitchen with a balcony. In a spacious room, volumetric crocheted products look good. Here you can experiment with the texture of threads and a combination of colors.
When choosing a knitted pattern, preference is given to plant and animal motifs, patterns with butterflies, flowers, fruits. The set, connected in one style, looks beautiful: curtains, covers for furniture (chairs, sofas), napkin, tablecloth. The optimal shade range is white, cream, unbleached yarn, pearl. White color creates an atmosphere of cleanliness, the kitchen looks very elegant. Muted shades of green, blue and olive are allowed.
Features of choice
The criteria for choosing curtains for the kitchen with a door to the balcony are as follows:
It is not necessary to focus on any kind of curtains. A combination of several varieties is possible. For example, classic curtains with rolled, corrugated, Roman curtains or blinds.
Under the interior styles
Anchorages and cornices
Curtains in the kitchen have to open-close often enough, so the cornices need to be selected high-strength. Ceiling strings are undesirable for a kitchen with a balcony, because they are short-lived and not too practical. According to the manufacturing material, 3 types of cornices are distinguished.
The length of the cornice, according to the rules, should extend beyond the window opening on the left and right by 300 mm. In this case, the window design looks much more beautiful. Too long a cornice is also impractical.
Curtains on grommets
Eyelets are a simple and original mounting option. These are rings sewn directly into the fabric. Such curtains are very practical. Indeed, in order to cut them off, you need to try very hard. Eyelets are an embodiment of laconicism and elegance. At the same time, they emphasize the texture of the material, form perfect folds on the canvas.
To hang dense curtains, metal rings are used. Plastic eyelets are suitable for medium-density textile curtains. If the fabric is light, then mounting on the eyelets will not work.
Accessories
Accessories are an important element of interior decoration. Kitchen curtains can be decorated with ribbons, brushes, clips. The specific decision depends on the taste preferences of the owners of the house. It is only important that the decor matches the specific style and color scheme. With the help of accessories, you can decorate long canvases, give them shape and give the appearance of curtains a special highlight.
Accessories for curtains can be bought ready-made in a specialized store or made by yourself. The main thing is not to overload the interior of the kitchen and observe the measure with the number of accessories.
Colors and patterns
To make the kitchen space look beautiful, the color of the curtains is chosen so that it matches the tone in which the walls are painted. Matching does not mean complete color identity. Sometimes they beat the harmony of textures, neglecting a single color scheme. For a small kitchen, light curtains made of plain fabric will be the best option.
The influence of color on the mood of people has been established for a long time. Therefore, choosing the color of kitchen textiles, you need to consider a number of features:
If you chose textiles in neutral tones, it is advisable to compensate for some uniformity with expressive prints. If wallpaper with a pattern is pasted on the walls, it is better to use plain textiles.
Design Tips
To successfully design a window that combines with a balcony door, designers advise the following:
Conclusion
When finalizing the design of a kitchen window, consider that the operating mode of this room is very special. Fabrics that are selected on the principle of “expensively-richly” in the kitchen quickly lose their attractiveness, turning into dust and grease collectors. Balance between practicality and luxury. One should not be to the detriment of the other.