We choose beautiful curtains for the hall with a balcony

There are two main reasons to decorate a window with a balcony door. Firstly, you need to close it from the views from the street, and secondly, it requires the design of the room. Making the exit to the balcony is much more difficult than a regular window, because it has an asymmetric design, consisting of two levels: a balcony door and a window opening. The difficulty is that the door should open freely, and curtains can be an obstacle for this. Consider how to solve the problem and make using the balcony comfortable.

What curtains to choose for access to the balcony

As in the case with a conventional window opening, curtains for a window with a balcony door are selected based on the purpose of the room and the interior used in its design. Each room has its own design rules, which should be the fate of choosing fabrics for curtains and cuts.

Balcony in the bedroom

It is inherent to use soft, delicate shades in the interior of a bedroom, and this rule also applies to curtains. They are chosen a couple of tones darker than the wallpaper, or in harmony with the pattern on the walls. Also, curtains can be of the same tone with bedspreads, a modular picture on the wall, a panel above the head of the bed. A special charm in the bedroom is achieved by the use of lambrequins - they will bring home coziness and comfort to the design of the bedroom.

To make the rest complete, the window in the bedroom is decorated with two types of curtains, night and light. The first of them are sewn from heavy fabric that does not allow daylight. Light curtains cover the window during the day, creating a special atmosphere of airiness, transparency. Instead of night curtains, you can hang roller blinds, horizontal blinds or Roman curtains. But it should be noted that horizontal and Roman types of curtains will close only the window, and the glass of the balcony door will remain open. For apartments located on the lower floors, this can be a problem, so it is better to stay on roller blinds or on dense fabric curtains.

Balcony in the living room

In the living room, when decorating the exit to the balcony, one should be guided by the style in which the room is made. In the spacious living room you can use the maximum of imagination and hang curtains with lush drapery, lambrequins, all kinds of folds. In a room of modest size, the volume of folds will not look appropriate, although by thinking through the design of the curtains, you can also give free rein to imagination.

During the day, the curtains are in the open position, and at this time they can be assembled in a special way, using decorative pickups with magnets, ribbons, twisted cords with tassels and a fringe. All kinds of accessories for curtains allow you to arrange an exit to the balcony with a twist, make it copyright.

Novelty in the world of curtains - thread curtains. They are threads fixed on a dense fabric strip. They are made in different colors, come with a pattern, with threads of different thicknesses, can be decorated with bugles, beads and other decor. In addition to decorativeness, filament curtains have another advantage - you can go through them anywhere, simply by spreading the threads with your hands, and they will return to their original position. Entering the balcony, you do not need to move the curtain along the ledge.

Balcony in the kitchen

If there is access to the balcony from the kitchen, this is a great advantage, the dream of every housewife. When decorating a window with a balcony door, the size of the room should be taken into account. Usually it is not spacious, so it should be arranged as concisely as possible. Roll curtains will help in this. They are mounted on the frame and cover only glass, so they do not take up extra space.

Roller blinds are mounted both on the window and on the glass part of the door. To prevent the canvas from deviating from the window open in the airing mode, magnets are mounted at the bottom of the casement, which attract the metal strip integrated into the lower edge of the curtain. In this case, the fabric will fit snugly against the frame and not sway from the wind.

In the design of the exit to the balcony from the kitchen, multilayer textile curtains with complex draperies are not used, it is especially not recommended to use long curtains. Textiles absorb odors, attract particles of fat, burning, coming from the stove during cooking, so they will often have to be washed, which greatly complicates the maintenance of cleanliness in the kitchen.

Blinds - an extraordinary solution for decorating the balcony

Previously, blinds were considered exclusively an office accessory, but, with the advent of new models with a modern design, they began to be used in residential premises. There are several types of blinds that can be successfully applied in the design of a window with a balcony door.

Types of blinds:

All models are an excellent outlet for small rooms, since they practically do not occupy the space near the window. Let us consider in more detail each of the three types of blinds, their features and how to use a window with a balcony door in the decor.

Roller blinds

This type of blinds is attached directly to the window frame, each leaf has a separate canvas. In the assembled position, they are wound on the shaft, and in the open, the glass is tightly closed. Management is carried out using a decorative chain. The fabric from which rolled blinds are made can be dense and not very, monophonic and with a pattern.

Roller blinds, even from the most decorative fabric, are rarely used as independent curtains. Almost always, they are a complement to ordinary curtains. There are two options for using roller blinds: they are mounted on a window, but not on a door, or on a window and on a door. In the second case, the length of the blinds on the door closes only its glass part.

Clearance requirements

When choosing a method of window decoration, located next to the balcony door, it is worth considering two main factors.

1 Illumination of the room. The amount of sunlight entering the room depends not only on the location of the room. Even if the windows face the south side, the balcony, especially the glazed and curtained, will “let through” only a part of the rays - in this case there is no point in choosing thick curtains.

If the balcony is not glazed, and the windows of the hall are large enough, you will have to think about more reliable protection against bright glare and prying eyes.

You can take any idea as a basis for the future design of your hall, however, do not forget to determine the degree of illumination of the room and choose the material for the curtains already taking this parameter into account.

Blinds, roman and roller blinds

Vertical, horizontal blinds made of various materials and roller blinds are concise, occupy a minimum of usable space without overloading the interior of the hall, and are very easy to clean. Undoubtedly, they meet all the requirements for decor combined with access to the balcony of the window requirements:

• do not interfere with free passage,
• have the ability to control the degree of illumination (some modern models can even be equipped with a control panel - you can open and close them remotely).

The only drawback: roller blinds and blinds (even the most “warm” and “cozy” colors) look very formal without additional decor. For this reason, we recommend that you frame them with light curtains that will not close the balcony, however, they will add completeness to the opening. However, if you like minimalistic interiors, feel free to give up additional curtains.

A great option would also be a combination of curtains and Roman curtains.

Traditional straight curtains

Owners of apartments with disproportionately small windows compared to the balcony door should pay attention to classic straight-cut curtains. Dense side paintings, combined with a light, light, but opaque tulle, will hide this dissonance and combine the exit to the balcony and window opening into a single harmonious composition.

Direct curtains to the hall on a window with a balcony perfectly complement the hooks on magnets. It not only looks stylish, but also very practical.

Curtains on grommets, although it can not be called a novelty, but they again returned to fashion. And this is not at all surprising, since they look great in any modern interior. In addition, the grommets are a very good choice for a window with a balcony door, since such curtains will be easy to move away.

When choosing fabric for tulle and curtains, remember that you will have to open the balcony quite often: the length of the curtains should take into account the ability to fully open the sash, without damaging the textile with excessive tension. Do not forget about two more factors:

• sufficient light permeability of the curtains,
• color scheme combined with the main interior.

Undoubtedly, this option is not as practical as the previous one, but it is traditional curtains that can “smooth out” the apparent imbalance in the size of the door and windows. In addition, using this decor method, you can hide an oversized radiator, which is a dubious decoration for the living room.

Asymmetric Compositions

The apparent discrepancy between the door dimensions and the adjacent windows described in the previous paragraph is ubiquitous and needs to be "masked". If the option with ordinary straight curtains seems too everyday for the audience, take a look at all kinds of asymmetric options.

You can balance the entrance to the balcony that is too large compared to the window opening using an asymmetric lambrequin (its longer side should go down to the window and the short side should cover the door without interfering with the passage). Compose the tulle completing the design in two parts - this will greatly simplify the exit to the balcony and protect the delicate fabric from damage. Lambrequin can go down to the floor and just on one side - the opposite door. This decor also looks very attractive and organic. If desired, a veil or organza that closes the entrance to the balcony can be fixed with a grab from the same material as the lambrequin. This will give the design not only practicality, but also a complete look.

Lightweight curtains

If the balcony, the entrance to which is in the hall, is glazed and curtained, the window of the room can be decorated with one tulle from organza or veil. This will allow you to beautifully design the opening without darkening the room.

Since this option does not provide for the presence of dense curtains, you will have to forget about a “separate” two-piece tulle - you simply cannot combine two light canvases into one composition.

When choosing a solid tulle, add one and a half to two meters to the width of the wall with an opening. Material of sufficient length will be able to be collected with beautiful folds - not only aesthetic, but also allowing you to open the balcony without damaging the delicate thin fabric.

As a fastener for light curtains, it is worth choosing plastic or metal eyelets: if the door needs to be opened as wide as possible, you can easily move the tulle. The main thing is that the color of the tulle should be in harmony with the interior of the room: giving preference to snow-white material is not necessary at all!

Kisei

Another fashionable novelty of 2017 is filament curtains or, as they are also called, kiseya. Such curtains look very unusual and beautiful. Thin flowing threads create an unusual play of light in the room. You can choose a one-color version of the curtains or create a composition of two or more colors. In addition, there are curtains threads with beads, flowers or other decorative elements. This design of a window with a balcony is not only beautiful, but also very practical. You will not need to constantly move the curtain to go to the balcony.

The photo shows a beautiful combination of kisei with curtains and drapes. This combination makes the design of windows elegant and interesting.

In the photo there is an option for combining muslin and Roman curtains in the hall with a balcony door.

In the photo there is a two-color muslin, which beautifully frames the window in the hall.

The photo shows the usual one-color version of curtain threads that contrast with the bright walls of the hall.

You can decorate the kitten with all sorts of hooks or clips.

Japanese curtains

Quite a non-standard option for designing a balcony door are Japanese curtains. This is exactly your option if you are a supporter of minimalistic interiors in an oriental or European style.

In the photo, a fashionable novelty of 2017 is Japanese panels, such curtains look great on windows with a balcony in modern interiors.

It is worth making a choice in favor of Japanese curtains if the balcony in your family is used very actively:

• the fabric fixed on the frame moves along the guides: it is simply impossible to damage it by opening the door,
• the material is impregnated with a special composition that repels dust and prevents pollution: when the door is often open, it is practically important to the street.

Evaluate the size of the windows and the balcony door in your room, their proportionality, think about whether - light or dark - you want to see your room. Based on this information, choose the appropriate method for opening the opening.

Any of the five options presented above is thoughtful, functional and at the same time not devoid of aesthetics: giving it personality and modifying it in accordance with your own needs, you can make the room really beautiful and harmonious.

Horizontal blinds

These are old-timers in the world of blinds. They are made of metal or plastic, look like horizontal strips fastened with twine. The blinds are mounted on a non-opening window frame, and the opening is additionally framed by curtains.

New models of horizontal blinds are mounted inside a double-glazed window, and are controlled by a mechanism brought out. Such models can be installed between the windows and in the window frame and in the door. Naturally, such blinds are also used in conjunction with fabric curtains. But in this case, it is allowed to hang only light curtains from tulle, organza, lace or other transparent material. They will serve the sole purpose of creating a cozy environment.

Vertical blinds

This type of blinds did not have to fight for its popularity - it came right away and does not pass over the years. Vertical slats are attached to the wall ledge above the window or to the ceiling, easily rotate to any position relative to the window, and if necessary, open the view from the balcony are collected from one side. For the decoration of the balcony opening, long (to the floor) vertical blinds and short (to the windowsill) are used.

Only vertical blinds can be an alternative to fabric curtains. They are made of jacquard polyester in different colors, so they are easy to pick up to the interior of the bedroom, living room and any other room with a balcony. Vertical blinds are easy to choose for any style of the room, both modern and conservative, and if they do not fit into the interior design, they can be hidden behind thin curtains.

Roman curtains

Unlike blinds, Roman curtains are not so concise, therefore, they can be used as an independent element, without traditional textile curtains. Thanks to the stiffening ribs (thin strips sewn into the fabric), they are collected in horizontal folds of the original shape, and are attractive from the point of view of design. Raising and lowering the curtains is done manually or using the remote control.

Advantages of Roman Curtains:

• A variety of colors and patterns,
• Easy installation
• Reliability of the control mechanism,
• Resistance to pollution.

Making the exit to the balcony with Roman curtains, two canvases are used - one for the window, and the second for the door. The minus of the Roman curtains is that they cannot be tilted to the side to look out the window, and you can also open the door to the balcony only after the curtain is assembled, otherwise it will interfere.

Curtains all over the wall

In small rooms, a special technique is used to visually expand the room - curtains over the entire width of the wall. They completely cover the doorway of the balcony door and the window, creating the appearance that a wall is hidden behind the drapery. There are two types of curtains that can cover the entire wall.

Fabric curtains

Ordinary textile curtains are hung on a ceiling ledge from wall to wall. For sewing curtains, heavy but elastic fabrics are used, falling down with soft forks. Drapery is more effective when the fabric is gathered on the curtain tape in small folds, and the fabric hangs evenly.

The lower edge of the curtains is weighted with beads or a special cord sewn into the edge. If curtains for the entire wall are used in the bedroom, they can be made 20 cm longer than the required size, and then it will fall picturesquely to the floor. The material is selected to match the walls or contrasting colors, depending on the design of the room.

What to consider when choosing?

The kitchen is the place where the residents of the apartment spend a lot of time. The room must be decorated in a calm and cozy style, arouse the desire to eat. If the interior of the kitchen is not a problem, the process of choosing the right curtains for the balcony door is accompanied by difficulties.

The classic kitchen space is square or rectangular. It follows that the balcony door is often located opposite the entrance to the kitchen. Such a layout is considered acceptable and will allow you to choose curtains for the opening. In the future, they will not interfere with free movement in the kitchen.

Curtains on the balcony door get ready-made or sew by yourself

Product selection criteria:

• Type of opening. The balcony opening in the kitchen can be represented by several options: a freestanding door and a whole window unit in combination with a door. Thanks to this indicator, the width of the product is calculated. In addition, additional interior elements on the side and bottom will affect the choice of height.
• Availability radiator. If a heating radiator is located under the window unit, you must select a shorter curtain. The situation is complicated by the placement of the battery in only one part of the block: then you have to take a model of medium length. If the radiator performs a decorative function - choose a long curtain.

In the interior of the kitchen

• Product Material. The kitchen is a room where moisture, grease, fumes and steam are always present. Due to these features, choose only dense and easy-to-clean products on windows. If the balcony door is located near the stove, it will be reasonable to purchase not a model from fabric, but blinds. They are easy to clean with water.
• Freedom of exit. As you know, if a balcony door goes through the kitchen, then the frequency of access to it is high. In addition, the door and windows constantly open to ventilate the room. Choose a product that does not obstruct passage. For example, a light curtain made of thin fabric or a variant of the type of blinds.

A light tone model with a kitchen set

• Cornice selection. Choose a durable cornice made of wood or metal, plastic options here will be inappropriate. Firstly, all soot from the stove will settle on a plastic cornice, and it will be difficult to wash it. Secondly, too frequent use will lead to the rapid failure of a poor-quality cornice made of plastic.
• Amount of natural light. The kitchen should always have natural light from the window. Do not intentionally block it with other objects, as well as choose a dense and dark fabric. Better provide the room with good light transmission, making the curtain thin and light.

Curtain colors

The choice of color affects the overall perception of the situation in the kitchen. If you pick up curtains that are too dark, they will not be able to transmit light into the room, a gloomy atmosphere will appear. If you choose too bright colors - it will excite the psyche and act on the nervous system.

Psychologists say that it is red color that is most suitable for decorating a kitchen. This tone perfectly stimulates the digestive system, awakening appetite.

The color of the material should not only harmonize with the overall decor of the kitchen, but also beautifully complement the window opening with a balcony door. In addition, by choosing curtains in several shades, you can achieve a beautiful and smooth transition with a gradient. This will have a softening effect on the retina.

A few mistakes that people often make when choosing the color of the curtains on the balcony door in the kitchen:

• select the color of the material in tone to the palette of the work surface and cabinets,
• get too dark products, for example brown, burgundy or purple,
• incorrectly accentuate on material drawings,
• buy a curtain to match the wallpaper and surrounding decoration.

Designers advise choosing a curtain palette based on such recommendations:

• Temperance accents. Do not repeat the full coloring of the facades of cabinets and other furniture - this will create a heaping effect. It is better to pay attention to harmonization with the color of the chandelier, tablecloth or other kitchen textiles.
• Drawings. For example, if the kitchen is made in yellow tones, then you do not need to choose a completely plain yellow fabric. It is better to purchase a light curtain with cheerful or calm yellow drawings.
• Game of contrasts. If the kitchen is made in blue, then for a curtain it is better to choose a white or sand shade. Repeating the palette of the kitchen finish is also not worth it: the contrast game will look much better.
• Room size. In a small kitchen, it is not recommended to hang dark curtains on the balcony door - this will not contribute to a comfortable stay in the room. In large kitchens, experiments are allowed.
• Interesting combinations. You can always purchase textiles made in several shades. For example, a light translucent curtain will close the window block, and a dark shade will be on the door itself.

The product should be easy to clean and wash.

The use of roller blinds: features and types

The selection of curtains for balcony openings in any room is always in contact with difficulties: they are associated with the asymmetry of the opening. The window unit and the door have different heights and widths, so there is no point in choosing a common curtain. Roll models come to the rescue - practical products that fit into a stylish interior.

It is convenient to open and close the roll design

Roller blinds are more suitable for technical and minimalistic design styles. They are not suitable for luxurious bedrooms, kitchens and living rooms, made in the style of Baroque, Empire, Rococo, Classicism.

A huge number of manufacturers allow owners of apartments with a balcony door to choose the option to taste.

The principle of operation is as follows:

• at the top of the product is a special design according to the type of roller,
• fabric is wound inside the structure,
• performing certain manipulations, the fabric gently lowers down, completely closing the glass.

It is convenient to open and close the roll structure several times a day, which is great for rooms with a balcony door. The model is especially useful in those apartments where the balcony faces the sunny side of the house. Daylight rays will not burn through the window due to the sturdy and reliable roller blinds.

Roll models - practical products

Models are made of dense material that is easy to clean. The product will be optimal for the balcony door in the bedroom, living room and even in the kitchen. There are several options for managing roll models, their features are proposed to be considered in the summary table.

In addition to the main types of control, there are types of the structure itself: it can be open and closed. It is better to choose a closed type, because then the curtain itself will not sag, and externally the fabric will be protected from damage.

Made of dense material

For work, it is necessary to select the following materials:

• 3x4 cm wooden beam or metal hollow tube - for fixing the paintings,
• wooden or metal plank for weighting - so that the structure does not hang out at the bottom of the balcony door,
• furniture stapler and staples,
• screwdriver and fasteners - self-tapping screws, screws,
• threads, scissors, other sewing accessories,
• fabric canvas - how to calculate the required size is indicated below.

Instead of a wooden bar or tube for a cornice, you can use a ready-made cassette system: it is sold in stores or departments with building goods.

In addition to the materials listed, tapes or chains will also be required with which the roller blind will operate. Their length is equal to the length of the finished curtain, doubled plus 25 cm in stock.

The work consists of the following stages:

• To begin with, a pattern is made, it is transferred to the fabric and cut out. In the next step, both webs are sewn together on the wrong side on two sides of the length and on one side of the width. The workpiece is turned on the front side and ironed.
• In the part that was not sewn up, a prepared weighting agent is inserted. After this, the curtain is finally sewn in width. All sewing operations are best done using a sewing machine.
• The upper part of the fabric is wrapped around a wooden block and secured with a stapler for furniture. If a metal tube is used, then special hooks can be used instead of staples: they will allow you to quickly remove the curtain for washing.

As a material, it is better to choose fabric

• Ties or cords that will support the product are also screwed to the cornice. It is worthwhile to think over a place where the cord will hide when the window is open.
• The design is attached to the balcony frame of the door or to the wall above the door with a screwdriver and screws. Another type of control is made using a cord fixed to the side. Then on the canvas special rings are sewn where the cord is threaded.
• Making the roller blinds on the balcony door will not cause problems - the process is fast and fun.

Easy to do

Decoration by curtains of the hall

In typical layouts of apartments, access to the balcony in most cases is located in the living room. Architects made the decision to make a balcony here because of the large width of the room. Many people complain that it is difficult to equip a hall with such an opening, however, recommendations will help to avoid difficulties.

This option protects the room well from the sun.

When choosing curtains in the hall with a balcony door, pay attention to the following criteria:

• Room lighting. With a glazed balcony, it is not necessary to further protect the living room from sunlight. In this case, light colors from a loose material are well suited. If the balcony is not glazed, there is a risk of letting in cold air, and the windows are excessively large - choose a dense fabric that will not let anyone else's eyes go.
• Freedom of movement near the window. The balcony is considered a kind of place to store a large number of items on the household side of the apartment, so access to it should be free. If people constantly go out to smoke on the balcony, and the husband organized his workshop there - think in advance of the type of curtain that will not impede movement.

In a small living room you should not buy curtains in black, brown, swamp and burgundy color - such a palette will visually make the room even smaller.

Pale pink bedroom

Choose curtain colors that look appropriate and fill the room with warmth:

• olive in combination with light beige,
• sand-colored curtains framed by brown stripes on the long sides,
• contrast option: beige main curtain made of tulle, drapes made of brown dense fabric,
• gray shades in combination with universal white color,
• light prints on a white background: geometric shapes, plain ornaments,
• stylish strip - it is better to choose vertical stripes, because horizontal ones will increase the width of the opening,
• light lilac shade of light fabric curtains combined with silver curtains,
• terracotta curtain with a smooth transition to light pink color.

What to choose: blinds, roman blinds, curtains?

After determining the colors and sizes of the future curtains, you need to think about: what type of curtains is most suitable for decorating the hall. There is no need to hang a curtain of dense, cleanable material, as it was in the kitchen. Almost all types of existing fabrics are suitable for the hall: they will decorate the balcony door in an original and practical way.

Which curtains on the balcony door in the hall should be decided by the owners themselves: based on the information indicated, it is better to choose direct curtains and blinds, as well as roll-up views.

Interesting, bright, sliding option

Curtain in the bedroom: rules for registration

The legacy of the previous years of the development of architecture and construction is the balcony door in the living room. If its location in the kitchen and living room is considered acceptable, then access to the balcony from the bedroom area gives a lot of inconvenience. To slightly brighten up the interior dissonance, it is recommended to choose a curtain.

The situation is complicated by the presence of heating radiators under the window unit. Using a long curtain is inappropriate; a roller blind is suitable here. However, it is not comfortable and requires a certain style in the interior. Consider several criteria and rules for selecting a curtain in the bedroom:

Cozy, bright bedroom

• Avoid splendor and large volume. If you create airiness in the window zone, this will not only visually reduce the size of the bedroom, but significantly impede movement. Exit to the balcony will be difficult, which is not recommended. It is better to choose light and thin materials, without the additional use of asymmetric compositions.
• Add practicality. Curtains in the bedroom not only play a decorative role, but are used from a practical point of view. So that the fabric does not let light in, it must be dense and dark. So that the product is not exposed to frequent contamination, its material must be universal.
• Quick release. Curtains located on the balcony door in the bedroom come into contact with the inhabitants of the house much more often than other textiles in the house. Make sure that the material is easy to clean and quickly removed from the eaves for washing.
• Material. Raw materials for making curtains on the balcony door should not be exposed to moisture. The indicated place in the apartment is considered vulnerable to the penetration of dampness and air, especially if the balcony is not glazed from the inside.

For ease of use, long curtains can be fixed with grabs: from wide tapes, strips of fabric, as well as magnetic tapes.

Do it yourself in a classic style

If ready-made options do not appeal to you, you can always sew the curtain yourself. It will not be difficult for beginners to make a stylish direct curtain to the balcony door in the classic version. A direct curtain will seem boring and ugly to many, but this is not so: a universal model can always be varied with decor and diluted with contrasting additions.

Stylish room in beige and brown tones.

To work, you need fabric - it is advisable to take organza or other loose material. The calculation of the fabric depends on the presence of folds, the length of the product and its width.

• Fold the fabric. From the side parts, the material is bent 2 times inward. First, make a bend of 1 cm, then another 2 cm, attach on a sewing machine. Set the average values ​​of the device: the line should not be large, in addition, do not forget to make the stitches.
• The lower part of the curtain on the door should also be bent. First, make a hem 3 cm, then another 5 cm. Try to keep the stitch even, because the seam will be visible.
• Ironing. All processed edges are ironed. If the curtain is made of thin materials, be sure to change the temperature mode of the device to a delicate one. This will help prevent tissue damage.
• The upper edge is bent by 2 cm, processed by braid. Instead, you can use a thick strip of fabric, as well as additional decor. Depending on the method of attaching the curtains, it is necessary to purchase rings, hooks or eyelets in advance, which are subsequently sewn to the product.

For large rooms it is better to take light colors

It is better to take the braid for processing the upper edge 6 cm longer than the width of the curtain - this will provide the opportunity to make allowances for the seams.

If you have experience sewing, you can add a finished curtain with a lambrequin: it adds coziness to the bedroom, but creates a little discomfort when opening the balcony door. In this case, it is important to foresee the width of the lambrequin. It is better to fix the product on a wooden or metal cornice in the appropriate style.

For the kitchen it is better to choose practical washable materials

A solid braid or ribbon is sewn on top of the strip, which will serve as a place for rings and loops. Folds are made evenly, for this you can use improvised materials, for example, a fork. The finished curtain will take its place on the window - it must be hung on the ledge near the ceiling.

To fix the lambrequin to the cornice, an adhesive tape is attached to the material. The lambrequin itself is fixed on the cornice after placing the main curtain or tulle. The curtain decoration element can be made in various forms: diagonal, triangle, semicircle, rectangle.

Lambrequin is suitable when the bedroom requires additional decorative elements. If there are a lot of textile items in the room, you should refuse to use the part. On the balcony door, the lambrequin will look bulky and ridiculous.

Curtain on the balcony door

Using curtains for a balcony door in any room is necessary. For the kitchen, it is better to choose practical washable materials, the hall can be decorated with curtains and asymmetric compositions. The bedroom should be decorated with a calm curtain of tulle or roll options. After reviewing the information, please leave your comments with reasoning in the comments. They will be useful to other readers. Your opinion is very important to us. Thank you for your participation. We appreciate your every feedback and time spent.

Features

The balcony door is a passage door, because it is actually an in-house analogue of the entrance door, since it also faces the street. It is very important to choose the right curtains for the balcony door, because they will perform several functions at once: decorative, protective and insulating. Curtains can really become not only protection from prying eyes, dirt, dust, but also hide the clutter on the balcony or profitably embellish the room. The balcony, by the way, can be located in any of the rooms - from the nursery to the kitchen, and in each case there are certain nuances of choice, but more on that later.

A very popular modern option is the blinds - horizontal and vertical. They are easy to clean and do not require frequent changes. This is not a fabric, so you don’t have to suffer from dry cleaning or washing yourself. People of any income can buy blinds; they look equally good both in an apartment building and a one-room apartment. Of course, if the blinds suddenly break or become unusable, you will have to disassemble them yourself or immediately buy new ones, but this is quite rare with proper use. By the way, there are blinds on the remote control - they can be controlled remotely.

The main advantage of roller blinds (or Roman curtains) is that they do not interfere with the opening of the balcony door.

They are also the ones who are able to completely block the access of light, which is very convenient if the balcony is located in the bedroom or the nursery, and in the open state they do not interfere with the sun's rays, by the way. They are universal and can be used both solo and with curtains, and they are easy to clean thanks to special impregnation.

Classic fabric curtains or drapes are suitable for a room or studio apartment combined with a loggia. They are further subdivided by type of tissue and appearance:

• "A cafe". Long curtain, straight cut for the door, short in the kit for windows. As a rule, a large number of ruffles and ruffles are allowed.

• With pickups. The most common and comfortable in the case of a balcony door. They are sliding fabric strips, which are fixed with hooks - holders, through which it is very convenient to pass. Perhaps the most functional version of fabric curtains, which is suitable for any interior - from classic to Scandinavian style.

• Japanese curtains, or Japanese sliding curtains. Similar to the previous version in that they are also two strips of fabric, but without holders and with weighting agents at the end. Impregnated with dirt repellent. These curtains do not fly in the wind, but are installed directly on the door and windows, so they will not live long in rooms with active traffic. This novelty was widely used in Minimalism, oriental design and high-tech style.

• Tulle - This is both a type of fabric and a type of curtains separately. However, while we will talk about tulle as a kind of curtains. This is, first of all, a very light, but not thin curtain, it is translucent (the level of translucency depends on the specific material from which this curtain can be made) and very beautifully shimmers in the sun. It is these overflows and a relatively inexpensive price that make many people buy tulle on the balcony door. It is also he who is able to visually expand the room from which the balcony leaves, and add or turn down the light - it depends on the color of the tulle.

• Kisei - filament curtains. This is also a relatively new design solution, which is already actively used in rooms where free passage is needed - in the corridor arches or just in the passage between the room and the balcony. Kisea is convenient in that it does not need to be constantly pushed aside, it does not interfere - just put your hand forward, and it will open right in front of you and just as smoothly close behind you.

In different rooms

As with any interior item, the curtains are selected depending on the room, interior and the effect that you want to achieve (both purely visual and practical). So, for example, in addition to protecting from bright light, the curtains also perform a decorative function, retain heat, visually make the room larger or smaller, and also mask some flaws or minuses in the interior. In our case, the choice of curtains depends on which door from which room opens onto a balcony.

When choosing a fabric, remember some fundamental requirements, such as strength, wear resistance, contamination, and, of course, compliance with the interior. The last criterion is further subdivided into color schemes, ceiling and window heights, room size:

• For example, for living room or halls Small sizes with a low ceiling are suitable for light flowing curtains or asymmetric curtains that do not burden the room and do not interfere with the passage to the balcony. It can be both natural and artificial materials - velor, linen, cotton. Curtains for the living room do not require any special wear resistance or strength, since often this room is used only for relaxation or is a continuation of the loggia or balcony block.

However, if you have pets that have access to the balcony, take a closer look at the fabrics.

• Curtains for the balcony door in the bedroom should be primarily opaque so that the light from the windows does not interfere with sleep. So, the fabrics should be dense, for the bedrooms the symbiosis of a translucent tulle and a dense curtain is quite popular and universal. The higher and south the bedroom is located, the denser the curtains should be.

By the way, long curtains streaming along the floor will look very interesting and relaxing. If you can’t sleep even in the slightest light, pay attention to the roller blinds.

• Soft translucent fabrics, tulle are suitable for any dining room. The kitchen is usually a small room, so the curtain should not take up too much space, even visually. A universal option is the Roman curtain (curtain) or roleta. Of the materials you should pay attention to polyester - this is both practical and looks good. Silk and cotton are absolutely not suitable for the kitchen - they easily lose their appearance after multiple washes, which will have to be done due to the same light pollution, and absorb the smell - both of the cooking food and the street one. They also quickly burn out, which means that hanging them in a sunny room, and even more so near the balcony on the south side, is not advisable. Jacquard and velvet are not suitable for the kitchen due to the mismatch of appearance and prudently because of impracticality.
• Relatively speaking, curtains for the nursery with access to the balcony should combine the properties of similar curtains for the bedroom and kitchen. They should also be lightproof, as in the case of the bedroom, so that children can sleep peacefully, and can be easily cleaned, removed and washed - by analogy with the kitchen. It will be very good if the curtains in the nursery will not wrinkle much. If we are talking about small children, then it is worth choosing curtains made of natural materials that are breathable. It can be linen, cotton, smooth wool. A small admixture of artificial fibers - polyester or nylon - is allowed for better wear resistance.

How to choose?

Like any thing you purchase, curtains must have several important characteristics, to fulfill some simple requirements. Knowing what you want from fabric for curtains, you can easily decide on the choice of a specific instance:

• In any case, the fabric must be durable, especially if you have pets. With regard to strength, resistance to washing, to direct physical damage, to chemical detergents and to fading in the sun is usually distinguished.
• The fabric should not be flammable, so that in case of fire, the fire could not pass onto it.

• The fabric should not absorb odors, and also have its own pungent aroma.
• It will be just fine if it can easily drape, it will be crumpled and durable (such fabrics are often hard to touch, but it's worth it).
• The less soiled the fabric, the better, because the less it will have to be washed.

• An important role is played by the illumination in the room. If you do not have enough light, pay attention to light tulles or light iridescent materials, but if it is, on the contrary, there is an excess of it - to roller blinds or dark tulles.
• Glazed or not balcony. In the first case, you simply do not need thick heavy curtains, since there will not be cold from the balcony as such. But if your loggia or balcony is open, not only pick up blackout curtains, but also insulate the door.
• As a rule, a balcony is a functional place, and a door with curtains will in any case be subjected to frequent opening. Accordingly, curtains should not interfere with movement.

There are also certain individual material requirements.

The fabric from which the curtains are made is very important - the right choice will help reduce care to a minimum, as well as prevent unpleasant consequences such as allergies or breathing problems. For example, natural fabrics They have a huge advantage over artificial ones - they are hypoallergenic and “breathe”, let air through, so they can be hung even in the nursery or bedroom, and used by people with breathing difficulties. These fabrics really look presentable and aesthetically pleasing, easily draped.However, they require more care, they are easily contaminated and creased.

Not all natural fabrics are suitable for a balcony door - some of them are too easily injured, some burn out, and others are completely impractical:

• Linen - Ideal for apartments with children. It breathes, does not take air, does not accumulate dust and looks quite comfortable, although it sits down after washing and does not iron well (therefore wet steam is used for ironing), it has a rough texture. Bleached, that is, unpainted linen does not fade. It received huge distribution as curtains precisely for balcony doors.
• Cotton is also suitable for the balcony.. This is a very practical fabric. Cotton curtains can be used in any room, even in the nursery or in the kitchen, as it does not accumulate dirt. It is durable and durable, similar in characteristics to linen - for example, wet steam should be used for ironing, it also does not collect dust and static electricity, it breathes, and it is easy to wash. However, remember that it burns out, so it is not suitable for sunny or southern rooms.

• Wool differs primarily in density and hairiness - for curtains, smooth and relatively thin specimens are most often used. It is wear-resistant and not subject to dust, but still requires special care, since it absorbs odors very easily - you have to wash it often enough, and also ventilate it, which is very easy in the case of a balcony door. As you might guess, this material is the favorite habitat of the moth.
• Tapestry - Another natural option for curtains on the balcony door, which is a symbiosis of silk, wool and cotton. By itself, this material is quite heavy (despite the fact that it is divided into light, medium and heavy), therefore, for visual relief, it is recommended to use it together with tulle or any other translucent material. Tapestry curtains are wear-resistant, durable, pleasant to the touch and looking.

The main difference between artificial and natural fabrics is that they do not breathe so well, so it may seem to you that there is not enough air, or they may be allergic. This is not the best option for asthmatics or people with lung diseases, as well as for children, although it is unlikely that curtains will harm their health, but it is better to play it safe. Of the indisputable advantages of synthetic fabric, it can be noted that it is very easy to care for, it does not wrinkle and almost does not fade, it is easy to wash, clean:

• Synthetic fabric can be an excellent basis for curtains in an apartment or house, and separately you can highlight polyester.
• It is artificial fabrics that can be translucent, for example, mesh, organza or veil. These fabrics shimmer in the light, creating a truly pearlescent effect, which will be quite appropriate near the balcony door or in the premises on the south side. Organza is a composite fabric, in its composition there is even silk, as well as polyester and viscose.

• Recently, a huge number of new materials are gaining popularity. One of them is the reaper. This fabric was traditionally made on the basis of silk, but now both natural and synthetic threads are used - cotton, calico, satin or viscose. The main difference between the material and the others is that it is very light and airy, incredibly soft, therefore it is often used in bedrooms or children's rooms. Reaper is very durable and resilient.

By the way, the reaper does not crease, which makes it easier to care for it several times. It does not require ironing, it can be washed at home in a washing machine (however, for a reaper based on silk, it is still worth choosing a gentle washing mode) and do not bother with spin and drying - you just need to straighten the header and let it dry itself.

• Another popular modern option is matting. It is a dense fabric that does not transmit light. Due to the plain weave has a barely noticeable stylish checkerboard pattern on the surface, there is two-sided. It is made on the basis of cotton, linen or silk with the addition of artificial threads - acrylic or polyester. It is a very durable and practical material with high wear resistance, hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly. Gunny is almost not polluted, which makes it ideal for a balcony door, especially in the kitchen. She looks very cozy, harmonious, suitable for home decor. It can also be used in living rooms with large aisles or a high ceiling, as it is beautifully draped by flowing symmetrical folds, located on a tape or on a cornice. It is curtains made of matting in combination with pillows or towels, tablecloths of the same material that can give the interior completeness.

The fabric is not capricious in leaving, and after washing it can even be hung immediately on the windows to dry - it does not require ironing, and in the warm season under the spring or summer breeze it dries very quickly. In general, it is not necessary to wash such curtains infrequently - single spots are easily removed with a soapy solution.

For more information on choosing curtains for a room with a balcony door, see the next video.

How to hang?

The most common option is to hang the curtains on the grommets or hooks. The former are used for curtains with booms, while the latter are more common. Both of them make it possible to freely move and slide the curtain along the ledge - stringed or from hollow metal tubes.

Roman curtains are fixed both on the ceiling and on the wall, can occupy a whole opening. Regarding the door, it is better to stay on the ceiling mount, and set the curtain when lifting at a level convenient to you - it changes easily, so if you want to hide from the light, these curtains can be lowered (even remotely). Roman curtains are installed with or without curtain rods.

You can pull the fabric curtains over the doorway yourself - it can be one large curtain through which you will need to go through, or a curtain with a slit (or two symmetrical curtains on both sides).

In addition to the choice and the moment of hanging curtains, there is another important aspect - care. You have three options for washing curtains. The first is to give them dry cleaning, there, as a rule, the name of the fabric will be required from you, and then the masters will do everything. For some fabrics, professional washing is the only optimal option.

The second and third - home hand and machine wash. The water temperature in any case should not exceed 40 degrees.

Mosquito nets - a necessary detail in the design of the exit to the balcony

A necessary attribute of a balcony door is a mosquito net. It is a reliable barrier to insects, and first of all flies and mosquitoes, therefore it allows you to keep the balcony door open in the evening, and even at night. Usually, a removable mosquito net is ordered together with a metal-plastic block on a balcony, mounted in a doorway on hinges from the outside and opened according to the principle of a conventional hinged door. It is light, it can be removed on its own for the winter, and with the advent of spring, set again.

If the door block is wooden, modern models of mosquito nets with magnets are used. They consist of two canvases, with magnets mounted in the edges, easily open, and when a person crosses the threshold, they themselves are connected. You need to know that mosquito nets are not an alternative to curtains, because they do not carry out a decorative function and do not close the doorway from prying eyes. This is an independent element of the seasonal destination.

Custom window decoration with balcony door

You can make access to the balcony unusual by changing the shape of the door and window opening. But this is a time-consuming process, including the manufacture of a new balcony block of a suitable configuration, usually an arch or semi-arch. To make such dramatic changes, the existing upper slope and part of the side slopes are broken, and after installing a new window and a balcony door, they are finished with designer drywall.

After the work done, it makes no sense to close the balcony exit with dense curtains, so it is usually left as is or decorated with transparent curtains made of modern fabrics or with filament curtains.

The unusual design of the balcony door and window can be achieved using stained glass. It is simply glued onto the glass from the side of the room. This type of decoration is usually used to decorate a balcony window located on the sunny side. The film simultaneously shades the room and is an original decorative element.

An infinite number of window design options with a balcony door will naturally fit it into any interior. It is possible to use textile heavy curtains and light transparent curtains of various lengths, thread and rope curtains and various types of blinds.