Features of Scandinavian curtains
This type of curtain does not prevent the penetration of sunlight into the room. Since there are few warm days in this region, local residents try to enjoy every sunny day, regardless of whether they are outside or at home.
It is clear that dense fabric will not allow sunlight to penetrate into the room. Therefore, Scandinavian fabrics for curtains are used for sewing - linen, cotton and muslin options. Scandinavians categorically do not welcome bulky and too thick curtains.
The color preference of Scandinavians is predominantly beige, white, yellow and light green. By doing this they show their love for natural and natural elements.
The range of such curtains is quite rich, therefore, there will be plenty to choose from. Here you will see many photos of Scandinavian style curtains.
Decor for curtains in Scandinavian style
To maintain restraint in style when decorating windows, a minimum of decorative elements are used, and accessories are selected that are extremely simple in appearance and not burdened with excessive finishing:
- no frills, folds, lambrequins;
- as tiebacks - strips of the same fabric as the curtain fabric;
- the window opening is not loaded with additional tulle or heavy curtains;
- To enhance the effect of impermeability, the most visually simple blinds or lifting curtains are used.
The curtain rod for Scandinavian style curtains is selected to be single, of the simplest design, and mounted on the wall. It is necessary to avoid massive options, replete with details, which impair the ease of visual perception of the window opening. Rings or loops that move freely along the cornice in the form of a tube are traditionally used as hangers.
It is possible that the corners are not visible at all. It is located behind the suspended ceiling. For this option, string cornices or tire cornices are suitable.
The photo shows an example of a hidden cornice
If you want to get acquainted with the types of cornices in detail, read this article
Grey
This color gives the room some peace and tranquility. Gray color can get along well with other shades. For example, gold threads will add a discreet and sophisticated look to the interior of the room. It will suit any room only if the color of the wallpaper and furniture is very different.
Curtains for the kitchen in the Scandinavian style of this color will highlight the furniture and accessories in a favorable light.
Light green
This is truly the true color of Mother Nature. It is associated with green vegetation, as well as spring and summer. Curtains in this color are available for combination with many shades.
Complementary elements
When choosing curtains to create a Scandinavian environment, you should not forget about its other components. In this style you are unlikely to see suspended or suspended ceilings. But it has a sufficient amount of lighting, which is modeled not only using a variety of chandeliers, but also table lamps and even sconces. All of them should have simple shapes and light colors.
Light elements should also be present on the curtains - sometimes an additional light source is needed. This can be spotlight or diffused light.
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Selection of lighting
The climatic features of the Scandinavian countries have determined the residents’ special love for a large number of lighting fixtures that do not leave a single dark corner. Therefore, the children's room should be well lit.
There should be a lot of light in the children's room
- Natural light comes from the window. Window frames must match the style of the room, so it is better to make them from wood or a material that imitates it. There is no need to cover the windows with curtains; you can do without them at all or use translucent white curtains made of cotton or linen. They should be light and cut in the form of straight panels up to the window sill. If it is necessary to close the window from the sun's rays, it is preferable to hang wooden blinds.
For a children's room, curtains made of light and natural materials would be preferable.
- Artificial lighting is provided by:
- central chandelier;
- ceiling lamps;
- desk lamp;
- wall;
- portable lamp.
A ceiling chandelier, which has a simple shape, is used as the main source of artificial light.
It is worth choosing lamps of simple shapes, without unnecessary decoration. Suitable from frosted and transparent glass of simple geometric shapes (ball, cube). Vintage copper or imitation kerosene ones look interesting.
