Dormer-curtains: what are and how to choose them?

Curtains are an integral part of the interior, it is they who give the room the mood that no other decor element can create. Depending on the color and texture of the fabric, you can create a wide variety of design options, make truly unique projects that emphasize the peculiarity of your home.

Of course, dormers give the room an incredible charm, visually expanding the space and letting in more light. However, curtains for such windows need special, not standard ones, and their selection can be quite difficult. therefore It is important to show a lot of creative abilities in order to create a truly unique style and emphasize the beauty of huge windows.

In the XVIII century, the architect Francois Mansart proposed using the space under the roof as an additional room in the house. Many Europeans liked the idea, they immediately began to equip the attic rooms as places for relaxation or small cozy bedrooms. However, for a long time no one could find a solution for a seemingly simple task - to increase the amount of light entering the room. He was clearly lacking.

A professional from Denmark, Willum Kann Rasmussen, found a way out of this situation. The architect designed a unique design of skylights, proposing their creation directly in the roof of the house. They were located on the very top floor of the house and gave light to the attic, passing it through several small windows.

With the development of technology, more and more new options were developed for the appearance and successful location of dormer-windows. Standard view - beveled windows. They are mounted vertically in the roof, and due to the sloping roof, the opening itself also turns out beveled. There are also front (or capricious) windows, the peculiarity of which is that they are mounted in the so-called wall under the roof.

Balcony windows they imply a certain exit to the loggia, it doesn’t have to be located there at all, but it will seem so. Many people intentionally build a balcony and enjoy access to it from the top floor of the house. The very name of the windows - panoramic - speaks of their huge size. Of course, they let in more light into the room, expand the interior space.

With the advent of skylights and the development of technologies in the field of their creation, a great many hostesses faced the question of decorating the “skylights” and protecting them from the sun, if necessary - the problem of selecting curtains was solved. However, many difficulties arose in order to hang these very curtains, because dormers are not located vertically, therefore, the curtains can not sufficiently cover the room from the sun.

There are several options for curtains for dormers, differing in the method of installation and the material of which they are made. Consider the most popular and versatile types of designs.

If we talk about ordinary windows in the wall, then such curtains are a rather dense material that completely covers the window frame and does not allow a lot of light, and when folded, they are rolled up. However, to fix such curtains on sloping dormer-windows side rails required. They will allow the material not to sag due to the sloping roof of the house.

The advantages of such curtains include a simple design and easy installation. Indeed, such curtains look simple and fit any interior, and installing them will not be difficult. Reliable light protection is provided to you due to the dense fabric and high-quality fixation with the help of side guides. The price is low. There are many mounting options: on the wall or window, in the opening of the wall, or on each case separately.

As the disadvantages of roller blinds, the following features can be distinguished: the design is not famous for the strength of the structure, so during operation it is necessary to be careful; There are models that are mounted on a special adhesive tape, which may not be reliable in use at high temperatures.

As you know, ordinary blinds are made of stripes-lamellas. Such curtains also resemble a similar design, but the pleats are made of polyester, and when folded they fold into the so-called accordion. A wide variety of colors and sizes are used, which can be specially selected for skylights.

It is also worth considering some of the pros and cons of these designs.

Unambiguous advantages:

• suitable for any of the most non-standard forms of windows in the attic, such curtains can even be installed on triangular windows;
• Pleated pleats allow you to save space, because the blinds are installed directly on each leaf;
• a material with such an interesting name will serve you for a long period of time, the canvas is saturated with a special substance that repels dust and allows you to maintain a given shape.

As cons, you can consider the following features:

• care for the pleated blinds is quite complicated: they must be washed periodically at a temperature of 30 degrees, a damp sponge is suitable as a way of cosmetic cleaning;
• The cost of such structures is quite high due to the complex design.

Translated from English, the concept means "dimming", with which constructions of this type do an excellent job. They allow you to almost completely deprive the room of sunlight, absorbing it by 90%.

The attic owners, whose windows are equipped with such curtains, highlight several features.

Advantages of blackout curtains:

• light protection works perfectly, preventing the sun from entering the room, and there is also protection from loud sounds (coefficient is 30);
• curtains do not require special care, they can be washed easily in the car, and ironing is not needed;
• a durable cloth repels dust and does not fade in the sun, curtains are often found impregnated with a special refractory substance;
• the appearance of the blackout curtains will fit into any interior and complement it with something unusual, depending on which design you prefer, you can also apply various drawings and photos to them.

Made of aluminum, plastic, bamboo. Differ from previous models in that allow you to smoothly control the flow of sunlight into the room: it depends on how much the lamellas are turned.

The main advantages of such curtains include the following features:

• blinds can be supplemented without problems with fabric curtains, they blend perfectly with many textures, fit well into any interior;
• there is no difficulty in care, it is enough only to wipe the surface with a damp sponge sometimes;
• if the lamella breaks, finding a new one will not be difficult, it can be replaced without problems;
• the price of blinds is affordable, for little money you get a good alternative to more expensive models.

disadvantages:

• under the influence of wind during a draft, aluminum blinds can make quite loud sounds, which is not always pleasant for the human ear;
• in some cases, it is difficult to find a replacement for a broken part, but more often this problem is still solved.

Ideal for any windows, including dormers. They are fabric curtains that rise and fall along the window frame using a special mechanism. Compared to other models, this look looks more comfortable and pleasant to the eye.

• Paper. Non-standard window decoration. Such material is used to create pleated curtains.

• Bamboo. Using this environmentally friendly material, you can create a truly unique and original interior. The delicate natural color of bamboo will give the room lightness and comfort, and the sunlight entering the room is pleasant, not annoying.

• Plastic. Due to the wide variety of colors and textures of this material, you can create a truly unique interior. Plastic has such advantages as durability and environmental friendliness (of course, depending on the integrity of the manufacturer). The material is convenient to operate, maintain and clean.

• Metal. Obviously, such a material is durable. In use and care, the products are simple, successfully fit into many interior options.

• Fabrics. Here we mean the same materials that are used to design standard windows.Cotton, tulle, linen or organza give the room a certain completeness and incredible comfort.

Of course, the choice of the color of the curtains for dormers depends on your personal preferences and on the particular interior of the room in which they are needed. Light shades hide bright sunlight, but at the same time allow it to penetrate into the room, illuminating it with soft dissipating heat. And the curtains in dark colors give the room a mood of intimacy, create an atmosphere of shading. Intermediate shades, bright and rich colors are often chosen in accordance with the gamut of the surrounding space.

Consider the main popular colors that are most often used for the design of skylights.

• White or beige. Standard colors that create a pleasant atmosphere in the room, letting in sunlight and at the same time reducing its “hot” effect.

• Blue. This color gives a feeling of coolness, which allows the use of curtains on the dormer-windows facing the south side. Blue color can be used in the bedroom, and in the children's room, and in the office.

• Grey. A detached, somewhat lonely color that does an excellent job of shading, but will not look gloomy. On the contrary, in combination with sunlight, it will be airy and pleasant.

• Pink, purple, green and other bright colors are more suitable for the design of children's rooms.

• Dark blue or black curtains will make the room truly dark. They are suitable for those who make sure that the night's sleep takes place in a completely dark room.

Company Velux engaged in the production of materials intended for the embodiment of the most unusual design solutions, in addition, the company develops curtains for non-standard skylights.

The company's products have long been in high demand due to high quality, environmentally friendly materials and a wide range. The choice is presented to the buyer such models as blinds, pleated blinds, Roman and roller blinds.

Fakro - No less well-known company, which, among other things, is engaged in the design and manufacture of curtains designed for shading rooms with dormers. A wide selection of different designs is presented, each of which is different reliability and durability.

Thanks to modern technology, it becomes quite easy for the buyer to choose non-standard curtains in the attic type bedroom, for inclined windows or windows with a bevel. A wide selection of both designs and materials is presented that perfectly fit into a room with a sloping ceiling. You can choose curtains for triangular windows, here you often choose a pleated, which is suitable for oblique windows.

The most popular are roller blinds. They can be selected for rectangular or square windows of any size. The dense fabric and excellent fit of the curtains allow them to cope well with the task of shading.

Decorating the attic with unusual curtains implies their installation. There are several options here. If we talk about fabric curtains, then they can be hung on grommets, on flypapers or on hooks. Each of the methods looks worthy, it all depends on your imagination.

Modern curtains and blinds have special designs that can be decorated beautifully. Metal guides on the sides successfully fit into any interior. Curtains can be attached directly to the frame, in the opening or to the ceiling.

The installation of curtains on the dormers, see the next video.