Roller blinds for plastic windows
Roller blinds are a universal solution for decorating almost any window. It is suitable not only for a window facing the street (in a room, office, attic), but also for a bathroom or dressing room. Such a curtain works great in rooms for various purposes and has a lot of characteristics that make it almost indispensable in interior design.
You can buy a ready-made roller blind or order individual tailoring in Ukraine in the Curtains Shop. The catalogs of our site contain a wide range of roller blinds, differing in color, price, degree of light transmission and other characteristics. We will tell you how to correctly select a sun protection system for a window for different rooms, what parameters to take into account, and how to mount the structure. Remember that our consultants are always ready to answer all your questions online or by phone. They will also help you choose and buy a model based on your wishes.
What are roller blinds
Roller blinds, also called roller blinds or fabric roller blinds, are a flat sheet of fabric that completely hides a window. The roller blind is folded into a roller using a special mechanism. The fabric falls freely along the guides in the form of a fishing line or strips, thanks to which it is possible to fix the curtains on the window even in a tilt position or in a draft. The mechanism by which the fabric rises and falls is on the side.
A roller blind is a symbiosis of two well-known window decor tools - ordinary curtains and blinds. From the first, soft material and brightness of shades passed to them, from the second - the method of attachment and use.
There are two main types of solar systems under consideration - open and closed. The kind you buy depends on how you plan to use them. For example, open models can be successfully combined with other curtains and curtains, while closed ones will be an excellent option for hinged and dormer window openings.
Selection rules
There are a lot of tips for choosing roller blinds. We will give only the main ones that you definitely need to pay attention to.
First of all, it is important to consider the room for which you are choosing a curtain. For a bedroom or nursery, it is worth buying a roller blind from the most dense material - blackout or dimout. They will allow you to create a night atmosphere in the room even on a bright day, which is especially important for people with a night work schedule. Another option is a day-night roll type of curtains, with which you yourself can adjust the degree of darkness.
For kitchen
Fully or half transparent models are a cool choice for the kitchen. Thanks to such roller blinds, soft diffused lighting will appear in the room, and furniture and walls will be reliably protected from fading. Please note that curtains for the kitchen should be made from easily washable material. If we talk about colors, then you can choose calm plain and bright curtains, but not dark and gloomy ones (especially when it comes to a small kitchen).
To the living room
In the living room, it would be appropriate to combine the roller blinds with ordinary curtains. Roller shutters must be installed directly into the window opening or on the frame. If you do not plan to combine two types of protective systems, roller blinds can be mounted above the window. But with frequent use of the windowsill or when flowers are on it, this method is irrational.
For office
In an office or other public place, roller blinds can also be used. They fully replace the usual blinds, but at the same time decorate the room even more. In addition, the high light transmission of roller blinds makes it possible to fully concentrate on the work process.
You should also pay attention that the rolled type of curtains is combined in color and style with the rest of the content of the room: furniture, walls, decor elements. This is the only way to create a complete ensemble that will delight the eye every day.
Here are the selection rules:
- For a small room, it is more appropriate to buy roller blinds in light colors, and for a spacious hall or living room, dark colors are suitable.
- If there is a pattern on the walls in the room, choose plain curtains. The rule works and vice versa.
- For windows facing north, it is worth buying a roller blind in cold shades. Warm tones are suitable for the southern part.
- Walls and curtains do not have to match 100% in color. Ideally, they should differ by several tones.
Roller blinds are a versatile product that can be combined with a variety of materials and types of window protection systems. At the same time, roller blinds can independently and quite successfully perform the function of window decor.
Characteristics and features of fabrics
The choice of fabric is one of the most important stages in the selection of roller blinds. The modern market offers a wide variety of materials, different in color, texture, opacity. Consider the characteristics of the most popular fabrics.
- Cellulose. Natural fabric with a bit of polyester added for durability. Such blinds will perfectly fit into country, eco or ethno styles. Suitable for cottages and country houses.
- Polyester. Dense material, holds its shape well, attractive in appearance. Often combined with other fabrics in various proportions.
- Polyamide . Roller blinds made of this material are light and almost transparent. They serve to scatter the rays of the sun. Suitable for porch, attic, kitchen.
- Polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Gently diffuses the light that enters the room, but at the same time leaves a feeling of open space outside. Can be used in rooms with high humidity.
Light transmission
Before you select and buy a roller blind in Ukraine, decide on the degree of light transmission. This characteristic depends on the type of room. For a restful sleep and complete relaxation, blackout material is suitable. The Zebra and Day-Night curtain also protects quite reliably from light, but here you can adjust the brightness in the room if you wish.
Pay attention to the external design. When choosing the color and pattern of the canvas, it is necessary to start, first of all, from the interior and personal preferences. There is a huge number of fabrics in our assortment: light and dark, pale and bright, with patterns and plain, with a pattern, structuring, photo printing, etc.
Roller blind systems
To buy the right roller blind, it is advisable to know about the main systems and their operating conditions:
- Open on the line. It is a solid web that is wound onto a shaft, which, in turn, is driven by one of the control systems. The lower edge of the canvas is weighted with a bar. Open models are easy to install and are relatively inexpensive.
- With guides. This design ensures a snug fit of the fabric web to the surface of the window or door. As a result, a roller blind with guides does not transmit light, is well fixed, and does not sag.
- In a box. With this design of the sun protection system for the window, the shaft with the fabric is closed with a decorative box. This provides the rolled-up shade with additional protection against dust and dirt. In addition, outwardly such a roller blind looks much neater.
Types of management
In our catalogs you will find roller blinds with several control options:
- Cord-chain. The easiest way to manually control roller blinds. You need to pull the cord or chain to raise or lower the fabric.
- Spring control. The canvas reaches the required level, and then it is fixed automatically. We recommend that you pay attention to the fact that such a system is short-lived. Choose a spring mechanism if you do not plan to adjust the position of the curtain every day.
- Electric drive. It is also possible to control the curtains remotely using the remote control. Please note that all electrics must be brought out in advance - so you can connect all the wires correctly and not litter the space.
Mounting and fastening methods
Before you buy a roller blind, you also need to select the installation method:
- For the entire window opening. This technique is similar to attaching the usual curtains to the eaves, only in this case the shaft plays the role of the latter. Pay attention to the importance of correct measurements. The disadvantage of this method is that in order to fully open the window, you need to raise the curtain to the very top.
- On the frame. The mount is suitable for metal-plastic windows. Installation is carried out on each leaf, tightly adhering to the glass, which allows them to be opened separately from each other. Allows you to ventilate the room with the curtains down and have constant access to the windowsill.
- In the opening The method is used if none of the previous two is possible. As a result of the selection, gaps arise, due to which light enters the room - it will not be possible to achieve complete blackout.
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