Attaching curtains to the cornice: what options exist?

Types of curtain fasteners

Types of curtain fastenings are selected according to the characteristics of the fabric:

• texture;
• density;
• color.

In addition, the style of the room and the wishes of the owner are of no small importance.

There are many types of fastenings.

Hooks

This is one of the most convenient ways to hang a curtain on a flat curtain rod. The main thing you need to pay attention to when purchasing is the presence of special retaining clips that prevent the material from slipping.

Hooks hold fabrics of different quality well.

Curtains on hooks are easy to move along the guides and remove if necessary.

Arguments in favor of hooks:

• easy to install;
• are inexpensive;
• They hold fabrics well, except for curtain fabrics that are too heavy.

It’s probably impossible to call hooks aesthetic. But if the emphasis when choosing is on ease of installation and low cost, then this is what you need.

They are suitable for closed and bus curtain rods, and together with the rings - for string or rod rods.

Curtain tape

It is very easy to secure the curtains using curtain tape. To do this, you need to buy a ribbon that matches the color, sew it from the inside out onto the canvas, and then hang the finished product. The braid slightly collects the material. The result is a beautiful drapery.

Makes it easier to place curtains on hooks or rings and allows you to create unusual folds.

The braid can be different:

• dense – transparent;
• with one or two rows of loops;
• with or without additional fastenings (for example, hooks).

The choice is determined by the weight of the fabric.

Please note: curtains with hinges do not always move freely; Before making a decision, it is worth conducting an experiment with the material.

Curtain tapes are made of cotton and nylon. Not only sewn ones are produced, but also several types of adhesive ones.

Fastening with tape has a number of features:

• goes well with an open cornice;
• universal - suitable for any curtains;
• is inexpensive;
• serves for a long time.

Rings

Rings are fasteners for curtains that have no competitors or analogues. They are suitable even for heavy curtains and can be used either separately or in conjunction with curtain tape or hooks. Sometimes rings are sewn onto fabric.

A convenient and aesthetically attractive way to attach curtains. The fittings are often sold together with the cornice.

Rings are made from wood, plastic, and metal. The fabric is attached to the rings using hooks.

Advantages:

• good for round cornices;
• wear-resistant (metal ones especially);
• suitable for different designs;
• create good drapery along the vertical linens.

There are also some inconveniences: you need to constantly remove the rings before machine washing, then hang them up again.

To hang curtains, rings are strung on a curtain rod, and the fabric is attached to them using discreet clips, hooks, or simply sewn on.

Eyelets

Many people wonder what curtains for cornices with holes are called. These are eyelets - special rings already sewn into the fabric, with which you can hang curtains without additional fasteners. This method is deservedly considered very stylish, even exclusive. It looks impressive and expensive.

However, eyelets are not suitable for thin fabrics.

Eyelets are made of metal and plastic, there are options of different diameters. As a rule, curtains with such fastenings are made to order.

Additional information: designers recommend choosing eyelets and cornices of the same color scheme.

The fabric on the eyelets glides perfectly over the holding device, forming elegant folds.

Advantages of eyelets:

• convenience;
• luxurious, stylish appearance;
• wonderful drapery;
• good combination with different fabrics.

The disadvantages are:

• are more expensive than other mounts;
• not suitable for tulle;
• Not suitable for Roman and roller blinds.

The curtains are sewn into the upper part and form neat holes through which the curtain rod is threaded.

Drawstring for curtains

A drawstring is essentially a pocket into which a tubular curtain rod is inserted. This makes it easy to put on and take off the fabric. The drawstring is deservedly considered the simplest, easiest way of fastening. Moreover, matter moves perfectly in any direction.

The simplest mounting option: it is done quickly and does not require additional fittings.

Curtains with drawstrings are well suited for the bathroom and will help with zoning niches and decorating windows in the attic.

One of the advantages is noiselessness, a slight rustling of the material when moving along the cornice.

Curtains with hinges

One of the modernized methods of fastening is curtains with hinges. It is important that the loops are made of the same material as the curtain. This fastening is easy to do without the help of a tailor. Loops can be different:

• in the form of rings;
• in the form of bows;
• in the form of nodes.

In addition, they are made either solid or with a fastener (snap, button, Velcro).

Fabric loops are sewn to the curtain or fastened with buttons or Velcro.

Such curtains require a curtain rod, which is threaded through loops across the entire width.

Clamps

Otherwise, the clips are called “crocodile” or “crab” clips. They are universal. Previously, they were made only of metal, but today they are made of plastic and even in the form of magnets.

Arguments for":

• reliability;
• low cost;
• there is no need to process the upper edge of the material.

Clothespins - “crabs”, “crocodiles” - are suitable for both closed and open bus structures.
Please note: Sometimes clips (especially those made of metal) leave unsightly ties on the curtains.

What to look for when choosing?

The main criterion when choosing an option for attaching textile fabric is the type of cornice itself. Modern devices with hooks in the runners allow only one type of hanging of curtains: on curtain tape. But old-style curtains, with 1-2 rods on brackets, allow you to use curtains with rings, eyelets, and many other interesting solutions.

In addition to the type of cornice, attention is also paid to the structure of the material from which it is planned to sew the curtains. For thick curtains, it is better to choose the classic version with rings. This method will help create smooth folds and make closing curtains easier to move.

Particular attention is paid to the style of home decoration:

1. For interiors in non-classical but strict styles (for example, minimalism), thick curtains can be made with eyelets. Correctly installed rings will help you easily form uniform, uniform folds. Most often, thin tulle items are hung on eyelets.
2. For styles that allow the use of lambrequins (classic, Victorian, etc.), it is better to choose a ceiling cornice with hooks and hang 2-3 layers of textiles on the curtain tape. You can attach the lambrequin to the ceiling cornice using Velcro tape (Velcro), gluing 1 part of it to the front panel of the cornice.
3. In Provence, country style rooms and other simple interiors, fastening options such as a drawstring or ties on the upper border of the canvas are appropriate. There are many design options for such products: from naive bows to stylish and laconic flaps with buttons or buttons.

How to attach curtains to a curtain rod

The methods for attaching curtains to a cornice are clearly demonstrated in the pictures.

The choice depends on the fabrics in the curtains and the type of cornice. Let's take a closer look at examples with photos of fastening on different holding structures.

To tubular

In such a cornice, the load-bearing pipe is a pipe with a round or rectangular cross-section, on which the curtains are actually hung. The kit usually contains a set of hooks or rings.

Mounting diagram.

1. The rings are strung on the pipe.
2. Hooks made of metal or plastic are placed on the rings.
3. Curtains are attached to hooks.

The cornice itself can be plastic, metal or wood.

To the string

In a string cornice, the role of a carrier is performed by a thin metal string. Sometimes it is made from elastic PVC, but this is not the best option - it can sag over time.

You can hang on a string:

• hooks;
• loops;
• drawstring;
• eyelets.

String cornices are a modern decoration for apartment and office windows.
Important! Consider the diameter of the fasteners and their size - they should be smaller than those used for a tubular cornice.

With guide profiles

As a rule, profile cornices already have special hooks that move freely in the groove of the rail.

Can be hung on hooks in different ways:

• on rings or loops attached to fabric;
• to the mounting tape with places for threading hooks.

Profile curtain rods are among the most popular models today.

Braid (curtain tape)

The braid is sewn to the top of the curtain from the wrong side. It is a mechanism for pulling the curtains together to form many small vertical folds. The braid may have one or two rows of fastenings so that you can choose whether the fabric will cover the cornice or not. A curtain with braid can be hung on a cornice either by stringing it on a rod or using hooks.

Style.

A lush and richly pleated curtain with braid is perfect for luxurious classic interiors of a living room or dining room.

suitable for curtains of any weight; easy-to-use and inexpensive fasteners; strong decorative effect;

Minuses:

due to frequent gatherings, you need to take the width of the fabric 1.5-2 times larger than the area to be covered; It is difficult to put the curtain on the curtain rod.

Types of fastening without cornice

There are special options that do not require the installation of a cornice:

• Roman;
• roll;
• on a point mount;
• with textile fastener.

Roman curtains

Does not require a cornice. The Roman blind is selected to fit each individual window and installed inside the frame.

This option is practical and effective in appearance. Roman blinds are a wonderful solution in the interior of rooms of various styles.

They can be hung in the office, bedroom, dining room, or nursery.

Fabrics with luxurious folds will decorate the room and create a private atmosphere in the evenings.

Roller blinds

In terms of functionality, they are very similar to Roman ones, only they are rolled up differently - into a roll, and not into folds. Roller blinds also do not require a curtain rod, as they have their own holding device. In stores today there is a large selection of such curtains in a variety of colors and sizes.

You just need to find those that fit perfectly into the design of a specific room.

Often such curtains are used in addition to those hanging on the eaves. This is done so that the room can be better darkened. For example, Italian ones with tiebacks, in which the curtains do not close together, remain partially open. Roller blinds will help in this case to completely cover the window opening.

Point mount

The name itself reveals the essence of the method. The curtain is attached above the window at several points. These can be hooks on which rings or eyelets are put on.

In this way, you can create an unusual, original design when decorating a window with a curtain - adding romanticism.

The disadvantage of such fastening is that it is static. The curtain cannot be moved. A solution may be to use a tie or magnetic clothespin to hold the material in position so that part of the window remains slightly open.

Textile clasp

Essentially, a textile fastener is Velcro. When there is no opportunity or desire to install a cornice, this option can be a good way out.

Not so long ago, self-adhesive Velcro began to be used as a fastening element for fabric curtains.

The most important thing is that the curtain can be hung using Velcro both inside the frame (for example, cafe curtains) and on the wall. Great! And it's easy to shoot.

As you can see, there are many different ways to hang curtains. Among them there are very original ones and those that will add special chic, comfort or romanticism to the interior. Choose yours!

The main thing to remember is that the method of placing curtains should correspond to the interior of the room.

Main characteristics of curtain rod rings

The popularity of curtain rod rings is explained by the fact that:

• They allow the curtains to hang in uneven, beautiful folds, creating a special charm and color in the room, filling it with comfort.
• They favorably emphasize the beauty of curtain fabric. Most often, this accessory uses lightweight materials that sway freely in a slight breeze, creating the illusion of spaciousness and airiness in the room. An example of decorating a hall with a wooden cornice with rings can be seen in the photo.
• Curtains on such a mount easily slide along the curtain rod, ensuring the simplicity and functionality of the model.

Form

Rings for curtain rods are available in various shapes. They can be:

• round or oval;
• square or rectangular;
• triangular, harmonizing well with the interior in a modern style.

Hooks

Curtain hooks are a popular and in many cases the most convenient type of fastening.

Curtains with hooks are the most budget-friendly of all possible methods. Hooks are ideal for attaching curtains to a flat curtain rod. When choosing this option, you need to check for the presence of latches to prevent slipping.

Hooks hold the fabric well and are suitable for almost any type of curtains, except heavy drapes

So, the main advantages of this option:

• easy installation;
• cheapness;
• They hold any fabric perfectly (with the exception of heavy curtains).

This type of mount does not look particularly aesthetically pleasing. However, if the emphasis is on cheapness, simplicity and ease of installation, then hooks are the ideal choice.

Hooks are also the cheapest type of fastening

Clips and clamps

Clips and clamps are universal fasteners for curtains. In order to hang the curtain with clips, you will not need to sew on ribbon or loops. Often such fittings are made with decorative inserts and can be used as an independent element of room decoration.

The clips are very easy to use. To remove the curtain for washing, simply release the clamp and remove the fabric.

The disadvantage of this type of fastening is the slight noise that appears when the device moves along the cornice, and the inability to use heavy, bulky curtains for hanging.

Tulle decorations

There are many ways to decorate a curtain using additional elements made on your own from scrap materials or purchased from specialized stores that sell sewing accessories. The choice of jewelry depends on the preferences of the housewife; the only condition is the weight of the decor - too heavy objects on light fabric will look out of place, and under their weight, the tulle will sag in the most inappropriate places.

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A common decoration option is to create decorative flowers, pompoms or bows from leftover fabric.

You can also apply appliqué, embroidery or sew small pockets onto the canvas - this option gives the curtain individuality and is convenient for use in the kitchen or nursery. Now you know how to hang tulle beautifully.

Types of cornice structures

To choose the right cornice, consider the following factors:

• Multilayer textiles, the presence of lambrequins.
• Curtain weight.
• Method of installation of cornice structure.

In this case, the curtains can be night curtains - to create a comfortable atmosphere for relaxation, and decorative ones - to decorate the room.

If you plan to decorate the window with curtains, tulle and lambrequins, purchase a three-row design. If you plan to hang only tulle and curtains on the window, then the cornice should be two stripes.

According to the method of fastening, the designs are:

• Ceiling
• Wall mounted