Modern curtain rods have quite a variety of configurations and are an interior decoration in themselves. The range of decorative ceiling cornices is presented in many models - with imitation of natural materials, carvings, stucco moldings, inlays, unusual shapes or painting. But, if you want to really decorate the window opening and the entire interior in an original way, then you can always create an individual decoration for the cornice. For this, many materials are used - ribbons, strips, decorative flowers, appliqués and much more. In this article we will talk about different options for original decoration of window space.
Decorating ideas
Modern decorative materials are incredibly diverse, so there are a great many options for decorating curtains; it is hardly possible to cover them all in one article. However, we will tell you about the basic and simple techniques used to design a conceptual interior. Knowing these techniques, you can easily improvise and even create an original decoration for the cornice yourself.
It is quite possible to improve the window space on your own, without the involvement of designers. You can use ready-made solutions or make the decoration yourself. This is a very good decoration option if you bought a cornice unsuccessfully and it doesn’t fit with the main interior. Buying a new model is a more expensive pleasure, so in such cases they resort to various decorations. After all, decorative strips and ribbons are much cheaper, and they also allow you to decorate the interior much more interesting. Also, this type of finishing will help simply update the look of the old cornice. After all, it happens that, according to the technical characteristics, curtain hangers can still serve and serve, but the appearance loses its presentability, in such cases, the applied decor saves the situation. So let's get started!
Hood
A hood is a decorative tape for a ceiling cornice, made of plastic. They sell it in rolls with a maximum length of 60 m. The simplest and most affordable method of decorating a cornice is to glue or secure the tape with a special lock. This option is perfect for baguette models with a smooth front part. Decorative tapes for cornices can have a fairly varied appearance - imitate wood or stone, marble, carvings, decorated with ornaments, etc.
A polymer hood allows you to literally transform your interior in just a few minutes, because its installation is extremely simple.
Installing a plastic cornice in the ceiling. Kyiv
Ceiling cornices are increasingly winning the hearts of buyers due to their functionality, as well as their ability to visually add height to a room. However, before purchasing such a design, you should think about what kind of curtains or curtains will be hung on it, how many layers, what weight, what kind of fastenings the curtains will have. After all, to get the perfect appearance of the windows, you need not just hang the curtains on the ceiling cornice, but in accordance with all the listed features.
Decorative strips
Another way to decorate a window opening is a decorative strip for ceiling cornices. These days, the most popular facing strips are made of plastic and fabric. Some types of cornices are already prepared for installation of various decors. During production, special grooves are made into which flexible strips made of plastic and other materials are attached.
The fabric strip is also quite easy to install. It is attached in the following ways:
- Using double-sided tape, which is glued to the base on one side, and a decorative strip is attached to the other.
- Velcro fastener - this fastener consists of two components - one has plastic loops, the other has soft hooks.
On a note! Using the second method - Velcro fastener, you can simply not only secure the bar, but also remove it for cleaning or replacement. Double-sided tape sometimes has too much adhesion, which makes it sometimes difficult to tear off the glued strip without damaging it.
The main convenience of fabric overlays is that you can easily make them yourself from scrap materials. This is not only cheaper, but also allows you to create truly original decor that you probably won’t find anywhere else. Creating such a bar is a simple process, but quite painstaking, and requires some equipment. You'll need
- dense fabric that holds its shape well,
- stencil, which you can also make yourself,
- nail scissors with rounded edges,
- a soldering iron with a fine tip to cut and melt fabric at the same time,
- iron with steamer
- and the actual fastening elements - tape or Velcro.
To begin, choose the pattern you like, print it and make a stencil. Then use a stencil to transfer the pattern onto the fabric. If you took synthetic fabric, then it is better to cut it with a soldering iron, if natural - with nail scissors. The principle of attaching such a bar is the same as for purchased models.
How and with what to attach curtains to the cornice
- If hooks and rings are not included with the ceiling cornice, you can freely purchase them on the market. Curtains are attached either to hooks or to rings, sometimes rings and hooks are combined. If you attach curtains to hooks, you need to sew small loops to the latter, which will allow you to put the curtain on the hook. It is worth noting that the hooks are not designed for massive curtains.
- Another type of curtain fastening is “crocodiles”. They got their name because of the characteristic “teeth” that fix the curtains more securely.
- Eyelets are a set of metal rings that are inserted into the fabric. This technique allows you to automatically assemble curtains into folds. It is necessary to make special holes in the curtains for the eyelets. Also, this type of curtain fastener is only suitable for tubular curtain rods.
- Clips . The principle of operation of this fastener is similar to the principle of fastening with “crocodile clips”, only the clips do not have “teeth”. Great for attaching light curtains and tulle.
- Fabric loops . It should be noted that fabric loops look natural on curtains and fit original into the design of the room. This type of fastener is well suited for kitchens and round cornices.
- Kulisok . Suitable only for those curtains that are designed for this type of fastener. The curtains must have a special pocket at the top. The curtains secured in this way completely cover the cornice and create the impression that it is not there.
Thus, the article examined all the methods, as well as technologies for fastening the ceiling cornice to the ceiling. By following the above recommendations, you can achieve high-quality results and the necessary visual effect for the interior.
As you already know, depending on the type of fastening of the ceiling cornice to the ceiling, the curtains are attached using one or another method. For example, it is not advisable to hang massive curtains on a curtain rod attached to the wall; in the near future it may fall on your head.
painting
The fastest and most budget-friendly option for decorating a cornice is to paint it to match the curtains. This idea is perfect for transforming metal or wooden rods, as well as baguette. To do this, you need to first sand the surface with a fine abrasive so that the paint sticks better and does not peel off. You also need to treat the surface with a primer.
Now you can paint the cornice in the desired color. This can be done with acrylic paints or spray paint. When the main background is set, you can apply the design, by hand or through a stencil. After complete drying, everything is covered with a fixing transparent varnish. This method of decoration allows you not only to complement the interior with a spectacular detail, but also to adjust the geometry of the space. When the cornice and curtains are the same color, it visually makes the room taller.
It is best to paint wooden and plastic baguettes antique or gilded. It’s a great idea to use paints with unusual effects that imitate different textures: craquelure, velor, leather, metallic, mother-of-pearl, etc.
If you are a creative person, then painting provides a wide field for experimentation. And the efforts spent will certainly be rewarded, because such decoration will add original notes to any interior.
Paste over
Another spectacular type of decorating a ceiling cornice for a ceiling is pasting it with various materials. The selected material is glued onto the pre-abrasive surface using PVA glue. After drying, everything is also treated with a fixing varnish. Lace fabrics, strips of tulle, decorative ribbons, beads, rhinestones, buttons and many other materials can be used as finishing materials. Give free rein to your imagination, don’t be afraid to show originality and creativity, combine different materials, and you will certainly create a unique decor for your room.
How can you hang curtains?
Before deciding on the type of cornices that will be purchased in a particular case, it is worth keeping in mind how window textiles can be attached to them. So, fastening the curtains can be as follows:
- Using curtain tape;
- For decorative hinges;
- With ties;
- For large eyelets;
- On hooks, clips or clips;
- Backstage.
Hard lambrequins
Lambrequins are a classic method of decorating a cornice. Quite often they are already included with curtains, but this is not always original. In any case, you can always create your own composition. A self-made lambrequin will certainly become the highlight of the interior.
You can create a spectacular cornice decoration using openwork lambrequins. They are sold in rolls, come in different widths, you can always purchase the required footage. There are also lambrequins strictly for standard length openings. Their color range is not very wide, but it is selected to suit all styles, so you can always find a suitable model.
Installation of curtain rods
- The kit for the ceiling cornice includes all the necessary fasteners and elements - screws and dowels.
- Attach the ceiling cornice from the edges using brackets (ceiling fasteners). If the length of the cornice exceeds 2 meters, then additional ceiling fasteners must be installed in the middle. It is worth noting that the brackets do not interfere with the movement of the gliders, so their number can be more than 2 or 3. This technique will add additional rigidity to the structure.
- Before installing the cornice on the wall, you need to measure and transfer its dimensions to the wall. Based on the dimensions, determine the number of ceiling mounts. The optimal quantity is 3-4.
ADVICE! Professionals advise placing the first marking at the end of the battery or window sill. The spread of centimeters should not exceed 3-4. This technique will eliminate unnecessary problems when moving curtains, for example, you can avoid snags.
- After marking, drill holes for dowels. I usually use a hammer drill with the “drilling and chiselling” function. If there is no such tool, then it is quite possible to do without it, using a drill. Depending on the method of installing the cornice (there are two types: first the brackets are hammered in or the cornice is attached first), dowels are driven in or the cornice is attached.
These are all the steps when installing a ceiling cornice. The following steps will tell you about the technology of hanging curtains.
Figures and accessories
A rather extraordinary idea for decorating a ceiling cornice is to attach various figures or toys to it. Butterflies, birds, dragonflies, and bees look impressive. The choice of such accessories is quite extensive, including various animals, dancers, and fairy-tale characters.
Such accessories can be purchased ready-made or made yourself by cutting them out of cardboard or stringing them from beads, etc. Creative people will find many ways to create such decor on their own.
Creating cornice decor is a fascinating and creative process. Here you can purchase ready-made options or show your creativity. The main thing is not to overdo it, there should not be too much decor. It is important to consider color compatibility, cornice size, and ceiling height. If the room is low, you should not use too elaborate and voluminous decoration; it is better to choose a color that matches the curtains to visually make the room taller. In rooms with high ceilings there is more space for experimentation.
Hanging curtains on the ceiling cornice
There are many ways to hang curtains, we will consider these methods based on the following factors:
- How many layers of textile are included in the canopy and how many lambrequins are present on them.
- The style of the room and its design are taken into account.
- It is also necessary to take into account the total weight of the textile.
- The shape of the mounted cornice.
- The method of attaching the cornice is to the ceiling or to the wall.
It is worth noting that curtains are conventionally divided into:
- Workers , that is, those that open during the day and close at night.
- Decorative . The curtain serves as a decoration for the room.
If the owners decide to hang three types of curtains at the same time - tulle, working and decorative, then they will have to install a three-row cornice for each type of curtains separately. To install an additional lambrequin element, you will need a four-row cornice.
The width and length of the curtains are selected according to the following recommendations: the protrusion from the sides to the walls from the window should be at least 15-20 centimeters. Such requirements are not accidental, because curtains must cover the edges of the window sill and fit harmoniously into the overall picture.
ADVICE! Before starting the process of installing the cornice, you must make sure that its length is less than the height of the room. Ignoring this recommendation will lead to the fact that a large cornice will visually make the room smaller. And huge curtains, in accordance with the size of the cornice, will make the room less cozy.
