Without light, living on earth is impossible. But its excess can ruin the existence. Therefore, the idea to create a fabric that protects against excess light.
Without sunlight it is difficult to imagine life on Earth, but sometimes you want to hide from bright rays.
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Usually, speaking of light curtains, mean blackout drapes. Their homeland is Finland. And the white nights served as an incentive for creating know-how. Blackout - a three-layer cloth. The first white layer - a reflector, the second - slows down the flow of rays into the room, the third - decorative. The last layer is made of modern materials of different colors and patterns.
Blackout (opaque) blackout curtains do not let the sun through at all or leave 10% of the flow.
Thanks to these curtains, the degree of protection ranges from 90% to 100%. The intricacies of the production process are not disclosed, only some general points are available.
Protecting from the light of the canvas look presentable, it is not always possible to immediately understand that the elegant drapes - is the result of the use of serious developments.
Anti-light curtains may be white.
The beige palette of blackout looks very organic in the classic interior of the living room.
In the photo there are blackout curtains on French windows.
Laconic solution for the interior in a modern style.
Japanese panels are also made from opaque material.
The modern pleated model is also made from blackout cloths.
Today, the fabric can have any design, not necessarily it should be black.
Despite the high cost of fabric, such curtains have several advantages:
Important! On the cut of the blackout web, all three layers are clearly visible. The middle layer is black.
Buying fabric for the manufacture of curtains, you need to properly measure.
If the canvas is small, there is no point in using a blackout, there will be no protection from light.
Another way to protect against excessive sunlight is film. As a reflector, the film is able to neutralize ultraviolet.
It is used in homes and office spaces.
Benefits sunscreen film - curtains:
The film thickness is important to consider when installing it on the outside of the glass.
Disadvantages:
Such protection can be “set” by yourself.
Suitable for any interior design.
To start prepare the window. It is thoroughly washed, and then the glass is degreased. Moisten the glass and film surface with soapy water. It is better to use an atomizer for this purpose. Attach the film to the glass, and then use a spatula to smooth the surface so that there are no wrinkles and bubbles. Leave to dry out.
To make the film adhere well, it is better to do this in the evening or in the afternoon, when there is no sun, so that the temperature does not exceed +25 degrees.
The tinting film for windows allows only 1-3% of the total amount of UV rays to pass through.
If you need to get rid of the film or replace it, the surface is heated by a hairdryer and remove the film. This is possible in the case when the film was glued with soap solution. Self-adhesive film is removed, wetting the surface with acetone.
Portieres, reliably protecting from light, are not only practical. With their help, you can make a unique design.
Modern technology allows you to apply to the fabric of any pattern or picture.
On the picture set of lightproof curtains Underwater world. In the living room of a modest size looks appropriate and stylish. Bright accents in the interior - a pillow and a wall panel - can complement the design.
Another model with a nautical theme. The effect of 3D is used here.
It seems that the dolphins are real, not drawn.
Underwater world in the animation performance.
Pictures on light curtains so real that it seems as if you are not in an apartment, but in a meadow, in a forest or a park. Perhaps, thanks to such portieres, a certain effect of relaxation is achieved.
Interior living room with portieres "Alley Park".
Curtains with photo printing are a breakthrough design window opening.
And thanks to these curtains you can see the city from a height ...
Curtains with printing images - a modern solution for interior design.
The perfect composition for relaxation. You can feel like on vacation.
Kit non-translucent curtains with a space theme.
Fits perfectly in the interior, the quality is excellent, the image is very high quality!
The bedroom is a place where protection from light is especially important. Therefore, for the interior, not just blackout fabric is used, but also models of curtains that cover the window as much as possible are selected. These options include roller blinds, Roman and Japanese panels.
The photo shows a model of rolled curtains of opaque fabric.
Laconic bedroom interior and window decoration complement each other.
Bedroom windows, both in modern and classic style, are decorated with blackout curtains. From this fabric are created different models and shapes of curtains, perfectly combined with light curtains.
Dark classic curtains in the bedroom interior.
A spectacular combination of black and dark purple.
In the interior of the living room blackout curtains may well become a pearl that attracts attention.
Luxurious shine and portieres lying on the floor give the interior design a special chic and elegance.
A simple model becomes spectacular, thanks to an elegant combination of colors.
Curtains in the kitchen should not take up much space.
The model of the curtains closing only glass, suitable option.
High or medium density fabrics can protect the room from light. These can be either natural or synthetic or mixed materials.
Sometimes, for a greater degree of protection, the canvas is made with a lining.
In addition to blackout fabric, perhaps the most reliable protector from light, other fabrics are also used for curtains.
Velvet. Regal fabric is created from cotton, silk or viscose fibers. Dense in texture, soft and velvety to the touch.
Velveteen. It is made of different types, in a small or large scar. Protect from light and drafts. Easy to drape.
At night, such curtains will not let the light of street lamps into the room or the twinkling of traffic lights outside the window.
Thick silk. Unique in structure natural fabric. Practically it is not rumpled, it is very wearproof. To protect from light drapes do lining.
Tapestry. Art work in the window opening. The fabric looks majestic and rich due to the decorative weave of fibers.
Wool. For the manufacture of fabric using sheep wool. Portieres not only protect from light and draft, but also have noise insulation.
Taffeta. The combination of silk fibers and acetate allows you to get a tough shiny fabric.
Classic curtains are a paradise for an interior designer, since you can play with such curtains, add accessories, and assemble intricate folds.
Model for the living room. Blinds with drapes and grabs.
In order for the curtain to not transmit light, it must be sewn of medium or high density fabric.
Roller blinds are complemented by classic curtains. Guaranteed protection from light.
The brown color scheme of the curtains is repeated in the wall decoration.
Light roller blinds on the bay window and curtains to match the furniture.
Properly selected type of fabric and the right color, combined with the whole room, will favorably change the interior of your home.
Protect the room from the light is not difficult. The main thing is that it can be done with taste and in a certain style.
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