Pros and cons
Here are the main advantages and disadvantages of the veil.
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Softness and ease of draping | The fabric is pleasant to the touch, easily creates the desired window design. Pleats and flowing drapery are realizable. |
Moderate transparency | The fabric does not make it possible to recognize the clear outline of the silhouette. |
Mutes and traps sunlight | Voile curtains can be placed on windows that are oriented to the south, southeast sides of the world. |
Minuses |
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Low strength | Due to its softness, the veil is prone to damage and therefore demanding care. Spinning is contraindicated for the material, and it is advisable to wash in a delicate mode. |
Difficult elimination of contamination | Stains are poorly washed, so it is advisable not to make curtains from a veil in the kitchen, dining room or nursery. The spots are also clearly visible in daylight. |
The ability to electrify | The fabric attracts dust and gets dirty very quickly. |
Types of curtains
Curtains with a veil, perfectly fit into the interior and become indispensable in creating a cozy space. Inexhaustible design experiments set the variety of draperies in the interior.
Curtains
The types of curtains are numerous, but their form is characterized by simplicity and brevity. A common design of curtains in the interior is scissor curtains, which have a classic rectangular shape of curtains that go down to the floor with the same length on both sides. Scissor curtains are often combined with eyelets, which makes the interior more modern.
Double
They add volume and luxury to the space. The first layer (closer to the window) can serve as a curtain from sunlight, and the second can set the mood and design.
Roman
Roman shades using voile create a stylish space. With the help of multilevel fixation of the canvas in height, the window opening always has a new image.
Photo curtains
If the interior lacks a compositional center, then photocurtains will come to the rescue. The modern manufacturer offers a wide range of thematic plots - from a finely soaring butterfly frozen on the surface of a tulle to a large drawing (architecture, nature, technology, etc.).
Austrian
Austrian curtains are self-sufficient in any space and rarely need to be combined with other types of curtains. If desired, they are decorated with fringe, lace, cords and other decor. Models decorated with contrasting fabric roses or bows look very elegant and romantic.
French
This type of curtain is beautiful and solemn. French voile curtains are often found in offices, living rooms, kitchens. Mostly pastel colors are used, and the most demanded of them is ivory..
Curtain sizes
The size of the curtains in height can form an ambiguous visual effect in the room - from a space with high ceilings to the illusion of a dollhouse.
Short
This type is appropriate in the kitchen area. It is worth noting that such curtains will harmoniously fit into a room with high ceilings.
Long
Floor-length curtains, and sometimes deliberately flowing over its surface, visually make the room higher. When using a vertical strip, this effect is enhanced.
Ideas in the interior of rooms
Veil drapery looks great in all living spaces.
Kitchen
White curtains look impressive in the kitchen area, but the presence of a print in the curtain enlivens the space and makes everyday pollution less noticeable. Acceptable pattern - flower, monogram, peas, stripes, etc.
Bedroom
In the bedroom, the atmosphere of relaxation will be presented by curtains with natural ornaments, monograms, stripes. A calming effect can be achieved by choosing the right colors: peach, beige, brown, green, etc.
Living room or hall
The curtain with pleated effect will perfectly fit into the interior of the living room, which will make the space airy and light. Also, the veil is a great addition to drapery with other types of curtains in the bedroom.
Children's room
A comfortable environment in a children's room also depends on the choice of textiles. Pastel shades of curtains will calm the hyperactive child, and bright colors will make the space dynamic.
Balcony
If the windows of the house face the sunny side, then you should pay attention to curtains with a veil of muted tones with high density, and if the interior space lacks insolation, light shades will do.
Bathroom
The bathroom is perhaps the only area where any kind of veil curtain can be used.
Color spectrum
Modern curtain manufacturers provide many color palettes, the colors of which will suit almost any interior.
- White. A classic color that suits any interior. If the boiling white needs to be muted, a milky curtain will come to the rescue.
- Green. Calming shades of green perfectly balance the space. And shades of light green will make the space fresh and unusual.
- Grey. Trendy gray voile curtains are paired with white surfaces and furnishings to bring a contemporary feel to the space.
- Beige. Beige curtains will bring nobility and sophistication to the interior. Although this color is one of the traditional ones, it is popular at all times for people who seek to create a warm environment.
- Lilac. Lilac curtains refresh any space.
- Turquoise. Turquoise curtains combine two colors - blue and green, which in turn endow the space with coolness and sea freshness.
- The black. Curtains in dark shades give depth to the room and block out sunlight well.
- Blue. Blue curtains can be ideally combined with turquoise, purple, white, blue colors. An interesting combination will turn out with green and gray companions.
- Red. Red curtains accentuate the look of the window.
Design and drawings
Veil curtains have a variety of patterns from royal patterns, natural and geometric ornaments, to subtle small prints. Each of them finds its place in the interiors.
With embroidery
The embroidered pattern brings sophistication and romance to the interior. Such air curtains will perfectly complement the image of a living room, bedroom or nursery.
Rainbow
Curtains with a rainbow motif will make the space positive, and will also be a good addition to the children's room.
Patterns and ornaments
Light patterns on the curtain will emphasize the elegance of the window opening and the space as a whole.
Flowers
Floral motifs enliven any space and make it sophisticated.
Embossed
If you want to include a pattern in the space, then the choice can be stopped on embossed curtains. The most common motives are monogram, butterfly, branches with leaves, geometry, etc.
Multicolor
Curtains with a gradient color transition from light to dark look unusual and sophisticated. Also in the textile industry there is an ombre effect, different colors of which smoothly flow from one to another.
Multilayer
The curtains of several rows of voile create a sense of luxury in the interior.
Decoration elements
Consider the most common elements for decorating curtains.
- Pickups. This element will liven up and add a soft elliptical line to the straight curtain. The design of the hooks is diverse - metal, fabric, brushes, flower arrangements, etc. The visual effect of the entire space as a whole depends on the height of the hook with the hooks. So, you can visually expand the space in width, or increase the height of the room.
- Lambrequins. The finished image of the curtains is set by lambrequins, but their participation usually comes down to decorating the window in a classic style.
- With beads. The presence of beads in the curtains transforms the image of the window, setting a note of playfulness and romance. Small inclusions of small brushes and rhinestones will be a great addition to the beads.
Combination options
The veil goes well with other types of fabrics such as linen, cotton, velor, mesh, etc.
Curtains and curtains
Composition of curtains and curtains in two colors will give the space airiness and lightness.
Filament curtains (muslin)
Unusual curtains made of threads will be an original solution in the interior. They are self-sufficient, but they are perfectly combined with other types of curtains. They solve space zoning well by forming airy thread piers.
How to care and clean?
A suitable option for cleaning the veil is hand washing, however, if you do not have enough time, it is possible to freshen the curtains in the washing machine by adhering to the following recommendations:
- Choose a delicate mode and a temperature of no more than 40 degrees. It is not recommended to increase the temperature, as the fabric shrinks during washing;
- How to bleach and how to bleach? Oxygen or optical brighteners will help prevent fabric damage. The latter are not suitable for colored veils. The composition of the products should not contain chlorine;
- The product is ironed slightly damp at a temperature of 100 ° C and hung on the curtain rod.
Photo gallery
Voile curtains create a cozy atmosphere and are a great addition to any decor.