How to hang curtains on a ledge with rings?

A lot of factors can influence the choice of a way of hanging curtains. In order for the curtains to look beautiful and give grace and charm to the whole interior, it is necessary not only to carefully choose the shape and fabric, but also to trace what the curtains will hang on, as well as what accessories they will decorate. Before you hang the canvas, you should carefully familiarize yourself with all possible mounting options. It is on this that the appearance of the curtains and their service life will depend. In this article, we will consider the question of how to hang curtains on a cornice with rings, what other options for fasteners exist.

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Types of Cornices

There are many different traditional and modern options for attaching curtains. In order to choose the best way, you need to study the issue in more detail. The most common mounting option are cornices. They come in different shapes, materials, designs and with various mounting options.

So, traditional types of fastening are as follows:

• A rod cornice is a classic cornice in the production of which materials such as plastic, wood or metal can be used. The rod of the cornice is fixed to the wall using special brackets. As a rule, it has several guides on which you can simultaneously hang curtains, pelmet, tulle. Rings for fastening often easily interact with its surface, without hindering the movement of the curtains.
• A cornice in the form of a string - usually used when you need to hang light types of fabric, such as nylon, nylon or organza. If you hang heavier fabrics on such cornices, then it can sag over time. Typically, a cornice string has one or more rows. They are great for rooms with suspended ceilings, for children's rooms or kitchens.
• Framing moldings - look very beautiful, but only on condition that they will be selected after the creation of the main interior of the room. They should harmoniously fit into the general atmosphere. As a rule, a baguette is made of plastic tape or a wooden plank, which is decorated taking into account the color, texture of the fabric and the general design of the room.

Important! When choosing curtain rails, special attention must be paid to guide systems. They should be easy to use and reliable.

In addition to traditional, there are modern systems of cornices, among which one can distinguish:

• Profile - their designs are diverse. They are based on a system of guides for runners. Their installation can be carried out both on the wall and on the ceiling. Profile cornices are often decorated with a blend.
• Flexible ones are polymer-metal constructions. Because of their flexibility, they are great for decorating bay windows, canopy lighting, and decorating niches. They are variable, can be attached to any type of ceiling and walls.
• Telescopic - set when it is not possible to drill walls or install brackets. They are fixed between two walls using special spacers with springs inside the bar.

Important! A wide range of curtain rods provides all kinds of curtains with reliable fastening mechanisms, while possessing excellent decorative and functional qualities.

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Types of fastening curtains

Different types of curtain rods have various types of curtain mounts.Some of them fulfill only a functional role, while they are often tried to hide from the eyes. However, there are those that have wonderful decorative qualities. So, the fastening of curtains happens:

• Rings - mainly used on round cornices. They are quite easy to manage, as they glide unhindered on the surface. Rings can be sewn to the fabric or put on additional hooks before suspension, which is much more convenient.
• Hooks are very convenient and functional. The upper part of the hook is pushed into the guide, and the canvas itself clings to the lower part of the loop. Hooks are very durable and can withstand even dense types of fabrics.
• Clips - can be crabs, clips or crocodiles. They can be used both as independent fasteners, and in tandem with hooks and rings. The clip mount allows you to adjust the length of the canvas and create additional folds.
• Buttonholes - sewn with curtains and can only be used with round cornices. Their disadvantage is that for the suspension of curtains you need to disassemble the cornice. To avoid this, you can pre-sew buttonholes with buttons.
• Eyelets are two-part rings used to make holes in fabric. They are fixed on round cornices. They are located in the upper part of the canvas at an equal distance from each other and form beautiful folds.

Important! In the process of installing fixtures for curtains, it is necessary to take into account the type of cornice on which the curtains will hang, as well as its material and color.

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How to hang curtains?

The process of window decoration is not the easiest and needs special knowledge and skills. It is very important that you will hang curtains. When choosing ways to hang curtains, you must consider factors that can affect how curtains look beautiful and how well they can fit into the overall interior. Among these factors, we can distinguish:

• The style of the interior.
• The size of the windows.
• Type of cornice.
• The texture, quality and density of the fabric.

There are many different tricks with which you can visually expand or reduce the windows and the room as a whole. For example, curtains hung on wide windows will look great, while for narrow windows, blinds are more appropriate. When making curtains, it is necessary to take into account the number of folds on the canvases and the frequency of the waves. Thanks to them, the curtains look more beautiful and elegant. Folds and waves can be controlled by the distance at which the hooks are located.

Important! Please note that folds on the curtains must be done before they are placed on the windows.

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Tips to beautifully hang curtains in the apartment

Ordinary apartments often do not have a large area, as well as the presence of spacious windows. Using professional techniques in hanging curtains, everyone can give a room a beauty and visually expand a small room. Among the basic principles for window decoration are the following:

• Use curtains to emphasize the window - this will make the room more spacious and bright.
• Place the cornice high - so you visually increase the ceilings, and the room visually becomes larger.
• In the interior use a common style. Suspension the paintings also, depending on their style.
• Regardless of which room the curtains are hung in, consider the size of the room, as well as the functions that it performs. For example, in a large hall you can hang canvases made of dense, expensive fabric, decorating them with lambrequins, decorative brushes and waves.

Important! If the living room is not large, then simple curtains with a geometric pattern will be more appropriate, due to which the space will be visually enlarged.

Curtains for the bedroom are best complemented with tulle - this will make the room more comfortable and more comfortable for sleeping.And in the kitchen today it is very fashionable to use Roman curtains - they are beautiful, concise, functional and fit perfectly into any interior.

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In order for the curtains to be beautiful and harmoniously complement the interior, you should consider all ways to hang the curtains and choose the most successful one. When designing windows, it is necessary to be guided by the rule of harmonious combination of all decorative and functional elements.