Fabric Blinds

Each person strives to ensure that his home is comfortable, envelops in its warmth and wants to spend more time in it. One of the most important components of home beauty is the “clothes” for windows. Today, fabric blinds are becoming increasingly popular. What they are and how they are able to decorate your home, as well as how to make them yourself - we’ll tell you about this today.

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Advantages of roller blinds:

Fabric blinds on plastic windows are a special type of curtains that protect from light, are characterized by a beautiful aesthetic appearance and will last a very long time. Among their indisputable advantages, the following can be distinguished:

• Excellent protection against direct sunlight. Even in the daytime, they perfectly protect from light.
• Open access to the windowsill. Due to the roller blinds, you can grow an unlimited number of plants near the windows and not be afraid that this part of your interior will damage the plants or get dirty on the ground.
• You independently adjust the height of the blinds on the windows. So they can be covered half or most.
• Roll decor blends perfectly with any type of curtains. Depending on your interior and personal wishes, you can decorate windows with curtains, tulles, curtains, as well as refuse them.
• All materials used for sewing roller blinds are protected from dust and dirt. You will not need to wash or clean frequently.
• A wide selection of different textures, shades and patterns. Fabric blinds can be matched to any interior.
• Do not clutter up the space, but rather - visually increase it.
• Great for allergy sufferers, as they do not collect dust, unlike bulky ordinary curtains.

The benefits of rolled window decorations can be talked about endlessly. They practically have no shortcomings, which is why they are in such demand among people.

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Device principle

Fabric blinds on plastic windows, in essence, are roller blinds that fit snugly against the glass. When unfolded, it is a canvas that covers the entire surface through which sunlight passes. Using a special chain, the roller blind can be fixed to the length that you need. When lifting the chain, the fabric is rolled up, so they have this name.

Important! All fabric blinds can be mounted on a wall, ceiling or on a plastic window. The latter option is most convenient and its aesthetic beauty is one level higher than the other options.

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Types of structures

There are two types of roller blinds on plastic windows:

• Open type. The essence of this type is that the fabric is wound on a roller, forming a roll. At the same time, this shaft is open and attached to the window or other surface using special fasteners.
• Closed type. In this design, the shaft on which the fabric is wound is covered with a special protective bar. It usually has the same shade as the blinds themselves.

Important! Cloth blinds for closed plastic windows are in great demand in the kitchen, as soot and dust do not fall into the components of the structure. Accordingly - the decor on the windows retains its pristine appearance and durability for longer.

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Varieties of materials

Depending on what material you buy for your fabric curtains on plastic windows, the amount of penetrating light in your room will vary. The modern market offers a wide selection of different materials for this product category, in different colors and textures.

Important! It is worth remembering that the decor on the windows in the nursery and bedroom should be slightly lighter than in the rest of the house. The fabric “clothes” of the windows in your baby’s room should let in more light.

The main materials for the manufacture of fabric blinds:

• polyester;
• fiberglass;
• cotton;
• nylon;
• fringe;
• braid;
• eco leather;
• leather;
• fiberglass.

Important! All fabrics used for curtains undergo special treatment, as a result - they repel dust and dirt.

Depending on the choice of material, respectively - according to the criterion of the amount of color transmitted, all models are divided into the following groups:

• black-out - fabric blinds on plastic windows that do not transmit light;
• translucent;
• with printed murals - a combination of two or three roller blinds on the windows can be combined into one drawing.

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Do-it-yourself fabric blinds

Fabric blinds can be made independently. Before you do this, you need to choose the exact fabric that you will use.

Important! Get material that is treated with a special solution and repels dust and dirt.

Tools and materials

For installation you will need:

• wooden beam measuring 25x25 mm;
• the cloth;
• wooden rail-shaft, diameter - 20 mm;
• sewing machine;
• stapler;
• screwdriver;
• inspiration.

Important! When calculating the amount of fabric that you need, you need to make an allowance:

• in length it will be 15 cm;
• in width - 2 cm more.

We sew curtains:

1. After you cut off two identical pieces of matter, you need to put them with their faces to each other and flash them.
2. You will get a bag with the wrong side facing out.
3. Now you will need to twist it.
4. It is necessary to fix our workpiece to a wooden roll with a stapler.
5. For greater stability, a wooden rail is also attached to the bottom.
6. Fasten the roller blind with screws.

Important! The lifting mechanism must be purchased in stores, since it is very difficult to make it yourself.

Some tips for choosing fabric blinds for plastic windows:

1. When buying fabric curtains for plastic windows, it is worth considering the interior of your room. Agree, this decor should be in harmony with all the furniture and decor, the atmosphere as a whole.
2. For the bedroom and the nursery, choose light shades of material, for the living room - in any color scheme, and for the kitchen - with improved water-repellent and dust-repellent properties. Monochrome, with a jacquard pattern or with an unusual texture, blinds are suitable for a balcony.

Important! Whatever curtains you choose, the plastic window should open easily and should not affect the window closing mechanism.

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Installation of fabric curtains on plastic windows

So, have you already decided on the type of curtains, colors and textures, even bought fabric blinds or made them yourself? Now let's figure out how to install them on windows.

To install roller blinds on plastic windows, you need to do the following:

1. Unpack the blinds from the packaging.
2. Unwind all chains and cords.
3. Open a special decorative overlay on the case.
4. Position the structure so that the ends are in contact with the window glazing beams on both sides.
5. If a gap has formed, remove it using special pads, which are also included.
6. Fix fabric blinds with long iron screws.
7. Establish a decorative overlay.
8. Close caps with special overlays.
9. Fasten the fishing line.

Use fabric blinds and create comfort in your home!

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Stock footage

Fabric blinds on plastic windows are a modern solution for decorating your home. You can choose the shade that suits you best. With rolled textile products, new possibilities open up for decorating your home. Do not be afraid to experiment, choose fabric curtains and your room will look in a new way.