Choosing kitchen curtains for a small kitchen

The kitchen room can have various sizes, and they must be considered when choosing textiles. In the case of oversized rooms, the choice of curtains requires special attention. Not everyone knows which curtains will look as organic as possible in a small kitchen. It is also important to take into account the design, materials of products, the correspondence of the size and silhouette of the curtains to the layout and furniture. How to correctly deal with these criteria and choose the right window textiles for a small kitchen will be described in detail in this article.

Among the whole variety of varieties of curtains, there are such models that are worth looking after exactly for a small kitchen room. These include several options.

• Roman curtains - products with a straight cut, which, as a rule, do not lower below the window sill. If you want to lift them, then soft folds are formed. Due to this feature, in a slightly raised or even assembled form, they give the kitchen a cosiness, while they will not focus on themselves.

• The longer model is curtains with grommets, which are rings in the upper part of the curtains, framing the holes through which the fabric is worn directly on the cornice without additional loops and hooks. Using these curtains, you can visually increase the ceiling height in a small kitchen.

• Straight tulle mini curtains to the windowsill will look succinctly in a small kitchen.They can be attached to the cornice using wooden rings and other simple mounts.

• Small-sized kitchen is suitable kiseya - curtains consisting of straight threads. Such products in a suitable color scheme look very piquant, while visually raising the ceiling and leaving the kitchen space well lit. They can also be transformed for a variety of interiors, for example, divided into 2-3 parts, fixed with grips or simply tied.

• A small window can be decorated with curtains-cafes. The essence of this design is to place a thin horizontal bar at the level of the middle of the window opening. A small curtain is hung on this bar, sometimes equipped with a small drapery and does not fall in length below the level of the window sill. The upper part of the window remains open, but it is acceptable to choose a lambrequin to match the bottom element.

• Models with Lambrequins They look solid and beautiful, but in a small kitchen you should be careful with the choice of these curtains. Only not very voluminous lambrequins made of loose fabric are acceptable, which will harmonize in color with the rest of the design concept. In such curtains, asymmetry may be present and the length is slightly lower than the window sill.

• Jalousie always remain a relevant solution for the design of small windows. Presented in the form of both horizontal and vertical structures, these products will not only be less subject to pollution, unlike fabric curtains, but also transmit an amount of light convenient for kitchen owners. The size of these products for the kitchen corresponds to the size of the window itself, and when unfolded, they completely overlap the window opening.

Since the window opening of a small kitchen is small, it should be remembered that curtains should not greatly obscure this light source and overload it. To do this, take care of the choice of fabric for window textiles. The most acceptable materials include several options.

• Tulle is a thin fabric that transmits maximum light. Being almost transparent, it adds lightness to the entire interior. At the same time, models with interesting silhouettes, drapery and unusual details are made from it, so the tulle will not look ordinary.
• Another fine material with similar characteristics is organza. She looks especially beautiful on the curtains of a long cut.
• Speaking of materials for the manufacture of blinds, it is worth mentioning plastic, bamboo, wood, multi-texture raw materials. And also blinds can be made of dense fabric.
• Many kitchen curtains use natural materials such as cotton and linen. Their advantages are environmental friendliness and comfort, which they create due to the simplicity of their appearance. The downside is their tendency to deform.

When choosing curtains for a small kitchen, it is important to remember not only their silhouette, but also the colors. The best options for such a room will be several shades of the palette.

• White will give the interior lightness, especially if it is embodied on thin fabrics. It will suit many classic and modern styles, however it is worth remembering that in the kitchen such curtains can quickly get dirty.

• Beige color also has versatility. Due to such curtains, the window can rarely be made an accent detail in the interior of a small kitchen. However, due to its neutrality, it creates additional comfort, not bothering with time.

• Light green color will undoubtedly refresh the interior of a small kitchen. If it is used in curtains made of light fabrics or muslin, this will give the atmosphere in the kitchen dynamism and at the same time calmness.It is better if green is used in the design of details, such as curtains, if at the same time it does not dominate the rest of the kitchen interior.

• Yellow saturated colors are unacceptable in the textiles of a small room. Therefore, it is better to give preference to muffled tones, or imitating slightly faded fabric. This shade can be combined with white to dilute the palette.

• The windows will look original textile accessories gray scale. It should be translucent fabrics of not too dark tones, for example, silver.

It is also worth considering the concept of the interior, which is selected for a small kitchen. Each direction corresponds to a special variety of curtains. For small kitchens, several window design options can be used to suit the style.

• If you decide to design your kitchen in a country style, then you should take a closer look at the Roman cascade-type curtains. Even when opened, such curtains have folds made in the form of cascading draperies.
• Products with lambrequins are best chosen for a kitchen decorated in a classic style. Such products are not suitable for modern design. And also for classics, do not choose trendy novelties.
• If you have chosen modern concepts, pay attention to the blinds. They match styles like minimalism or hi-tech.
• For the Mediterranean style, you can choose beautiful curtains made from natural fabrics.
• When choosing a rustic design, refrain from long curtains with a complex silhouette.

When choosing kitchen curtains for a small kitchen or "Khrushchev" It is worth considering a number of additional nuances.

• The most transparent option is suitable for the less sunny side, but if the sun shines through the window most of the day, sometimes it is appropriate to hang Roman curtains under the tulle.
• It is also important to choose the right curtain rod for a window in a small kitchen. Preferred are forged designs or ceiling models attached as close to the ceiling as possible.
• For the kitchens of apartments located on the upper floors, it is worth choosing curtains made of light fabric.
• If you decide to add curtains with an ornament to the interior of a small-sized kitchen, give preference to small unobtrusive patterns.

Having chosen the curtains suitable for a small kitchen, you should think about the general design of the window opening. There are several options that embody the harmony of the window of a small kitchen with other interior details.

• In the case of short curtains, which are divided into two parts when opened or fixed with the help of clothespins, plants on the windowsill will become superfluous, giving the whole interior liveliness.
• Some rustic concepts can be supplemented by a window arrangement with plain short curtains of decorative kitchen utensils or figurines.
• Pay attention to the cornice of the window, the shape of which can be echoed with other interior details, for example, the frame of the chandelier.
• If the window opening is divided into two parts by a wall section, then it can also be involved in the design. Place small photos there that use colors that resonate with the curtains.

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