Description of round and semicircular curtain rods
The curtains carry an important functional load - they allow the inhabitants of the dwelling to be hidden from prying eyes, protect the room from dust, drafts, bright sunshine and are an element of interior decoration.
However, curtains without a quality holder, like a thread without a needle, will not be able to perform their functions. The traditional round cornice for curtains has been and remains the most popular, reliable and convenient type of hangers.
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Round curtain rail
Curtain rod is a functional device for fastening fabric cuts - curtains, curtains, tulle or curtains.
The round cornice is a crossbar, which is attached horizontally to the surface with the help of brackets and is a holder for curtains.
Despite the simplicity of construction, they are classified by the following features:
- Material manufacturing;
- Method of attachment;
- Design features;
- Sorts of "hold" curtains.
Materials used for manufacturing:
- Metal;
- Plastic;
- Tree.
By fastening method:
- To the ceiling;
- To the wall;
- To the window frame.
By type of construction:
- Single row;
- Double row;
- Three-row.
In view of the "hold" curtains:
- Rings;
- Backstage;
- Grommets;
- Hinges
In the family of round eaves can be distinguished:
- Standard or classic;
- Semicircular or radius;
- Telescopic.
Plastic - the easiest and budget option. At the same time, he has a presentable appearance and adequately "performs the functions assigned to him." Its disadvantage is fragility.
The construction of the plastic tubular holder is standard - the crossbar, brackets, tips, rings. They are available in various colors and shades: white, black, yellow, blue, pink and others, as well as wood imitations - walnut, beech, alder, oak, cherry, pine, mahogany.
Plastic designs are lightweight, so they are designed for light curtains and tyuly, curtains for the kitchen, curtains for the bathroom and the children's room.
Tip! Plastic rods "do not like" high temperatures. It is better to install them away from sources of heat and direct sunlight.
Metal - the most popular version of the execution. Their choice is not limited, from simple - classic, to exclusive - designer. They are durable, durable and reliable.
Pipes for metal curtain holders vary:
- In diameter (16 mm - 35 mm, etc.);
- By color (gold, bronze, copper, silver, chrome and others);
- By design (smooth, grooved, pigtail, etc.);
- On the coating (electroplating, lamination film for any texture).
Metal holders are used in all rooms. They withstand large weight loads well and securely fix massive curtains with tulle and pelmet. Most often they are used in the halls.
Wood is the favorite of many for its naturalness, environmental friendliness and natural beauty - color and texture. It does not differ from plastic and metal on a complete set. In the manufacture of rods using dense wood with a pronounced structure and longitudinal fibers.
Tip! The main property of wood is an impressive weight. In rooms with thin partitions and fragile walls it is better to abandon the wooden eaves.
Holders with wooden crossbars are universal:
- used for window and door openings, screens and canopies;
- suitable for any rooms and corridors;
- in harmony with the furniture "under the tree", parquet and laminate;
Tip! Wooden holders should not be installed in rooms with high humidity. Absorbing moisture, they can exfoliate.
The listed options for round curtain rods do not require special care. The only drawback is the relatively high cost of wood and metal beams, but it is more than worth the durability, ease of attachment and use. To open and close the curtains - it is enough to effortlessly move them by hand.
Round single row and double row cornices
When making windows with curtains, single-row and double-row round cornices are used most often, respectively, consisting of one or two rods.
Three-row holders are used in the case when the design of the curtains implies the presence of three canvases of fabric - curtains, curtains and pelmets. This option is used in living rooms, with an emphasis on the luxurious design of window openings.
Single-row cornices are used for kitchen windows, blinds in the bathroom, on balconies, for doorways. Absolutely all types of curtains, of any density and colors are suitable for them.
"Roman" curtains, curtains, "cafe", are also mounted on a single bar. Telescopic cornice for the shower can be safely attributed to the single row.
The most popular option is round double-row cornices, wooden and metal. They are suitable for all rooms, without exception.
The design of single row and double row wooden holders is limited only by the imagination of the designers. They are decorated with fine carvings. Tips make figured, carving them from different species of trees.
Speaking of metal eaves, it is impossible to ignore the forged. They are also single row and double row. They are decorated with beautiful knobs, figured tips, laces from wire, elegant forged details, flowers, leaves, ornaments.
Tip! Any eaves must fit organically into the interior and be appropriate in style. Plastic holders fit the high-tech room.Wooden - for rooms in ecostyle or loft. Forged - to the classical style or Empire.
Design finds make it possible to transform any interior into a unique and inimitable one from a simple round pipe, while preserving the simplicity and reliability of the design.
Semicircular cornices
For decoration of interior elements with smooth, rounded shapes, you may need a semicircular curtain or curtain:
- Bay windows, corner windows and other non-standard windows;
- Shower cabins;
- Canopies in the nursery and bedroom;
- Semicircular arches;
- Curves on the ceiling.
The wood is easy to grind, but it is almost impossible to bend. To meet the sale of wooden crossbar of other shapes, except flat, it is impossible.
Plastic and metal rods bend well, they are easy to round.
Sometimes a curved shape is achieved by connecting several pieces of wooden or metal rods to each other with hinges. Such holders do not carry the functional load, are decorative, as the hinges prevent the curtains from moving.
The design of the eaves in the shape of a semicircle does not differ from the usual - rod, brackets, tips, rings for curtains.
Semicircular cornices are suitable for curtains of any type of fabric. Especially effectively they look in the premises of the classical style and the Empire.
Fastening round curtain rods and curtains on them
Fastening of round holders is carried out by means of various brackets:
- open or closed;
- single, double or triple.
The brackets are available for both ceiling mounting and wall mounting. They are included with the rod and tips, are performed in the general style. They can be decorated with various decorative elements, have a flat or rounded shape.
The number of brackets is calculated based on the total length of the eaves. If the length is up to 2.4 m, you will need 2 brackets. Over 2.4 m - 3 to avoid deflection of the crossbar.
Tips are put on edges of a bar. On two and three rows - they are installed only on the first row, with stubs on the other edges.
Curtain rod curtain rod makes it easy to make any manipulations with curtains and curtains. In order that the movement of cloths was free and easy, it is necessary to properly and securely fasten the curtains to the crossbar.
Most often for fastening the web, rings with hooks or pegs are put on the bar.
Tip! The number of rings is calculated by the length of the crossbar. For every 10 cm - one ring.
The curtain can be mounted without rings, with the help of other devices or put directly on the bar. Mounting methods:
- Grommets;
- Pata;
- Decorative hinges;
- Curtain across the width of the curtains.
Tip! When choosing a round cornice, it should be noted that it will be a visible element of the interior and should be ideally suited not only in color or shape. Decorative elements, tips, hooks or loops, should correspond to the general stylistics.
Examples and photos in the interior
This article describes in detail the types and designs of round curtain rods for curtains, options for their design and use in the interior. Below are a few photos with examples.
Round eaves - a traditional attribute of the interior. Not only the beauty of the design of the window opening, but also the comfort and coziness in the room depends on its quality and reliability.
For many years, traditional rod eaves almost did not change their appearance and have not lost their relevance. This model is still the most reliable, popular and sought after.
VIDEO: Installation instructions for round eaves.