For many years, tulle has been a popular and indispensable material in interior decoration, in particular window structures. Making a window with tulle, you can be sure that the room will become much brighter, and the interior will gain attractiveness and brightness. Although there are styles in the interior that do not involve the use of window decor.
Since improperly hung fabric will create an ambiguous sense of unfinishment, it is very important to know how to properly hang the tulle in order to fill the room with home comfort and sophistication. We will talk about this during the article.
What cornices are best for hanging tulle?
The choice of cornices is quite large, so it’s hard to choose a really good option among such an abundance. It is important not to rush into the choice and carefully think through every step, every little thing, decide how to hang the tulle (photo of the window design option below) is most advantageous, and only then buy a curtain rod.
All models are made of different materials, characterized by different sizes and finishes. Cornices are:
- ceiling - the most budgetary and effective option;
- telescopic - used in the bathroom;
- profile - aluminum models capable of holding multilayer compositions;
- baguette - ideal for high rooms;
- barbells - the most popular option.
Accessories for window decor
Accessories directly depend on the selected cornice. If the room has ceiling, framing or profile moldings, you need to know how to hang tulle on a ribbon. To hang the fabric on the rod cornice, you must purchase rings and clips. The trend will be the decision to use eyelets. Recently, this particular option has become the most popular and often used.
Decorative elements are an integral part of the interior, which emphasizes all the splendor of the fabric, highlights the virtues and fixes the folds. Decorative elements include:
- brushes;
- magnets
- fringe;
- braid;
- cords;
- hooks.
How to choose the length of the fabric?
Before you hang a tulle, you must determine its length. It is important to correctly calculate all the parameters so that it looks good and complements the interior. To accurately measure the length, you will need a metal tape measure, with which measurements will be made.
First you need to measure the distance from the cornice to the floor or window sill, it all depends on the desire and project. Do not forget that the calculation also includes the allowance for attaching the tape and for hemming the bottom, namely:
- for tall and large rooms - 2 x 15 - 2 x 25 cm;
- in low rooms for long curtains - 2 x 10 - 2 x 15 cm;
- tulle to the windowsill - 16 cm;
- for a children's room and kitchen at least 6-8 cm.
It is worth noting that the tulle must be folded twice, and if necessary, use a weighting agent. It is needed so that the heavy, long tulle hangs beautifully and evenly.
How to do without a cornice?
To originally hang a tulle, it is not necessary to have a cornice, it is quite possible to do without it. The cornice is often replaced with a beautiful branch treated with varnish, Velcro or ordinary hooks. To hang tulle and curtains without a cornice, you will need:
- hammer;
- drill;
- dowels;
- Velcro
- hooks.
After all the necessary tools have been prepared, it is time to proceed with the installation:
We fix hooks around the perimeter of the window opening. They should be large and have an original appearance.
Fastening the hooks is not difficult. For this, dowels, Velcro and a drill are often used.
Sew on the curtains loops, for which in the future the tulle will be hung.
We put on ribbons with hooks to allow the fabric to sag beautifully. It will also help to create an interesting composition.
It is worth noting that this method of suspension has one drawback - it will not be possible to move the tulle from one edge to another.
Another interesting option is hanging with Velcro. Velcro is called fleecy fabric with small hooks. The fleecy part is attached with dowels to a pre-prepared wooden plank, and the part with bundles is attached directly to the fabric. Thus, the tulle is in maximum contact with the wall. It also allows you to quickly remove the fabric without much effort.
Tulle on the window is an integral attribute of most styles in the interior design, allowing you to create a special atmosphere and become a real decoration of the house.
Features of tulle products
Before you hang the tulle on the ledge, you must consider the features of the room. If we talk about the kitchen, the lambrequins and various waves will be inappropriate on it. Experts also recommend using light tulle in small rooms. It will visually expand the space and make the room brighter. Very often there is a balcony door in the bedroom, so you need to make sure that the tulle does not interfere with access to it.
Each room in the house is a separate space that you need to be able to correctly and harmoniously design:
- Bedroom. Very often, massive, multi-layer compositions are selected for the bedroom. Fix these compositions on the ceiling and framing molding. Drape tulle simply with a curtain tape.
- Kitchen. Since the kitchen has high humidity, soot and grease constantly settle on the surface, it is best to pick up a short tulle to the windowsill. It is better to choose a cornice rod or telescopic, and loops made of fabric are quite suitable for accessories.
- Hall. To design a living room, tulle in pastel shades and accessories made in the same colors are perfect. It is important that the fittings are not too provocative, but are fully consistent with the chosen style.
Popular trends in window decoration tulle
For many centuries, the classic does not leave leadership positions. Even the most unprepossessing and plain fabric will look great if you choose the right fittings and fasteners and know exactly how to hang the tulle beautifully in a particular room. For rooms with a bright interior, a real find will be tulle with photo printing. The most interesting thing is that you can choose a picture at your discretion and desire.
Also, tulle goes well with a variety of curtains. The main thing is that they ideally fit each other in form and color.
Types of assembly tulle
Tulle with beautiful, neat folds looks even more gentle and attractive. To properly assemble the fabric, you will need a large supply, so it is better to buy a fabric whose width is three times the length of the cornice. Before you hang up the tulle, you need to determine the number of folds and, based on this, buy material that will subsequently fit into spectacular assemblies.
There are several options for expressive folds:
- folding the fabric with the same width waves, you can get folds looking in one direction;
- breaking the folds into equal parts and directing their ridges to each other, get transverse folds;
- directing the ridges in different directions, they receive folds in the form of a bow;
- pencil folds are made from the same folds, similar to loops;
- Flemish folds;
- mount on decorative rings.
Useful tips for organizing window decor
To figure out how to hang a tulle, you should use the following tips:
- First you need to distribute the hooks, the same amount on each curtain.
- Then attach the fabric with the extreme loops of the extreme hooks.
- Next, we attach the central loop to the central hook. Thus, we get two canvases fixed to the extreme and central loops.
- We take the middle hook on the ledge and hook on it the central loop.
- We fix all the following loops in the same way.
A little imagination and a desire to decorate your home will be the main components of a positive result. Even the simplest and at first glance completely unremarkable tulle, if handled properly, will decorate any room. The most important thing is to know how to hang a tulle and how to properly care for it. Only in this case can a positive result be achieved in the design of windows and balcony openings.