The interior of any room will not be complete without proper design of the window opening. The choice of curtains can be influenced by the style of the room, its size and the owner's preferences. Blue curtains help create a calm and cozy atmosphere. Designers call versatility a feature of this color. Although it is considered a model of elegance and nobility, it can be used in absolutely any design: from classic to modern trends.
Blue curtains in a loft style bedroom Source davinci-decor.ru
Features of choice
- You should not decorate dark rooms with blue curtains; they will make the room cold and uncomfortable.
- In good lighting, blue can create an atmosphere of freshness and coolness.
- Thanks to light blue curtains, you can visually expand the room.
The photo shows a minimalist bedroom with accent curtains in blue tones, light furniture and light lilac walls.
Restaurants and cafes
In this case, do not overuse the color blue, as experts believe that this particular color can discourage appetite.
But in hotel rooms, light shades of blue will be very useful, as they create an atmosphere of relaxation and relaxation.
Types of curtains
Curtains are an important component of the interior. One of the main signs of choice is the style, of which there are a huge number.
Thread
Such curtains are often also called “rain curtains”. They look like many threads that can be made from metal, plastic, fabric, beads, and also from a variety of other materials at hand. Often such curtains are used to create an accent in the design of a room.
The photo shows a girl’s bedroom, decorated with bright blue thread curtains.
Roman
This is a continuous canvas, the dimensions of which coincide with the dimensions of the window. They can transmit light and be translucent, or, conversely, be dense, depending on the room in which they are located.
The photo shows a teenage room for a boy with Roman blinds on the windows.
Rolled
This type is a straight canvas made of various rigid materials, along the bottom of which there is a weighting material, thanks to which the curtain does not deform. Such curtains can be of different tones and can be decorated with different patterns. They can be used either independently or to create darker lighting in a room.
Tulle
It is a light, transparent fabric. It can be either smooth in texture or made with different drapes.
Blinds
This type is a collection of vertical or horizontal plates connected by a common fastener. The strips can be made of metal, fabric or plastic. They are equipped with a rotating and sliding (vertical plates) or lifting (horizontal plates) mechanism, with the help of which the lighting in the room is adjusted.
Photo curtains
The most common textile type of curtains is in the form of panels or loose curtains. The main advantage of this type of curtains is the ability to create custom-made curtains with a pattern.
Double curtains
The peculiarity of this type is the overlay of two different fabrics one on top of the other. To design double curtains, you can use different color combinations, different densities of fabrics and different textures.
Selection of blue curtains, curtains and tulle
First of all, you need to rely on the general style and color scheme on the walls and floors. For a classic design, heavy and dark floor-length curtains are suitable. To pair with them, we choose light light tulle.
For a modern interior there are no restrictions in the choice of color and texture. Both bright, saturated colors and calmer ones are allowed here. The fabric density can also be any.
Linen is a natural dense material. Most often used in the manufacture of drapes and simple curtains.
Shortened curtains are suitable for the kitchen. This is especially true for rooms where the tabletop is located near the window. But long options are also allowed here if the window is free.
In children's rooms we use both short and long options. Short ones are especially convenient while the child is small, he will not be able to reach and rip them off.
They can be used either independently or to create darker lighting in a room.
There are a lot of blue curtain designs, from classic stripes to creative prints. In the interior they should be combined with the surrounding environment. If you need to make a bright accent on the window, but there are no details of this color in the room, then pillow covers will come to the rescue. This is the simplest solution, and if necessary, they are easy to change.
Curtain sizes
The choice of curtain length depends on the specific room in which they will be located, and on the features of this room, such as ceiling height, lighting, area.
Short curtains are most often used in the kitchen, since this is where the area is usually small and the room is quite cluttered. Thus, an additional visual effect of an even smaller area is not created.
Unlike the kitchen, in the bedroom, nursery or living room it is better to use long floor-length curtains that will decorate the interior and protect from the penetration of sunlight, allowing you to relax and unwind.
Blue curtains in the kitchen
Indigo color is associated with purity and freshness, which means these curtains are an excellent option for a kitchen window. They can be long to the floor or cropped. Cafe-style curtains will create a unique aura of comfort and homely warmth; in such a kitchen it will be difficult for guests to refuse a cup of coffee.
Blue color, as nutritionists say, can reduce appetite. So if you want to lose a couple extra, then without hesitation, hang blue curtains in the kitchen.
Translucent cornflower blue curtains will refresh the kitchen
For the kitchen, modern designers recommend practical Roman and roller blinds, as well as blinds. They are short, do not take up much space, and are made of material that is easy to care for.
Roller blinds are a tribute to fashion and comfort
The style of curtain colors depends on how your kitchen is arranged and what colors the furniture and appliances are made of. For a snow-white setting, blue curtains with a white floral or geometric pattern are an excellent companion. Even in a black and white interior, turquoise or dark cornflower blue curtains will find their place.
Blue Roman blinds with a white pattern will stand out among gray walls.
Curtain material
Various materials are used for curtains. Main types: natural fabrics, fabrics of animal origin, synthetics and semi-synthetics.
Fabrics for curtains
Curtains are made of dense materials and have protective and decorative functions. They can be plain or with different patterns.
Blackout
Blackout is a piece of thick textile. A single-layer blackout often serves as fabric protection; a two-layer blackout is usually used to better absorb sunlight. In this case, most often the first layer is black.
Linen
Linen is a natural dense material. Most often used in the manufacture of drapes and simple curtains.
Velvet
Velvet is a fleecy heavy fabric that retains heat well in a room. It creates a solemn atmosphere, which is why it is usually used in a classical style hall.
Satin
Satin is a soft and iridescent fabric. Can be embossed or smooth. Also most often used in the living room or bedroom.
Jacquard
Jacquard fabrics look advantageous on both sides due to the dense weave of the threads. These curtains can be used in different styles and different rooms.
Gozhka
Externally, matting is similar to burlap; it is made using a plain weave of paired threads, resulting in a kind of checkerboard relief. This type of curtain is best used to decorate the kitchen and living room.
Software
This type is most often used for curtains. Soft curtains are soft, smooth and flowing, with matte shades. Look great in many rooms of different styles.
Taffeta
Lightweight material made from natural and artificial threads. The main advantage of this type is that in different lighting conditions the curtain shimmers in different colors.
Fabrics for tulle
With the right tulle you can decorate any interior. The stores offer a large selection of different fabrics, textures and prints.
Veil
Delicate fabric, subject to deformation. Often used in the bedroom or living room.
Organza
The fabric is created by tightly twisting the threads, resulting in a transparent and strong material. This tulle will suit any room.
Kiseya
This type consists of many separately hanging threads. Often used to visually separate different zones from each other.
Pros and cons of blue shades of curtains
Expert opinion
Romanova Ksenia Petrovna
Interior design expert and fabric store manager
Dark blue or light blue draperies in the interior have a number of positive and negative properties that should be taken into account when decorating an apartment or private house.
Blue curtains look great in many different styles of rooms.
The main advantage of blue taffeta curtains is that in different lighting conditions the curtain shimmers in different colors.
- curtains of this color increase concentration in hyperactive children and adults;
- create a subconscious feeling of coolness, even in extreme heat;
- make an overly large room more comfortable;
- great for creating luxurious, expensive decoration;
- blue curtains for the living room, if chosen correctly, can look like a real work of art;
- goes well with wooden furniture.
Satin is a soft and iridescent fabric. Can be embossed or smooth.
- a small room with such curtains seems even smaller;
- it feels like the room is much colder than it actually is;
- For people prone to depression, looking at blue curtains can be depressing;
- It is not recommended to hang dark blue curtains in the hall where fun youth celebrations are planned.
With the right curtains you can decorate any interior.
Types of fastening to the cornice
There are many options for attaching curtains. Let's look at the main ones.
Eyelets
They are usually made of plastic, sometimes of metal, and are rings that cling to the cornice and are sewn into the canvas itself.
Velcro
Only light curtains are held in place with Velcro. One side of it is attached to the curtain, and the other to a special mount on the wall.
Loops
The loops, made of the same material as the curtains, are easy to put on the curtain rod. With the help of such fastening, emphasis is created on the vertical pattern or vertical folds.
Kuliski
Most often, straight curtains are attached in this way. In this case, the entire curtain is equipped with a full-width pocket, which is located in its upper part; it is with the help of it that the curtain is placed on the cornice. This type is suitable for rooms with a simple and unpretentious design.
Braid
The most common use of tape is as curtain tape. It is attached to the inside of the curtains and allows you to adjust their width on the window.
Rings
Fastening curtains on rings is especially popular in the world. This type allows you to choose rings in the style of the room’s interior, and can also simply be hung on a cornice.
Shades of blue
The correct choice of shades of blue curtains guarantees the creation of a harmonious atmosphere in the house.
Dark blue
These colors look good in a large living room or bedroom. They will help create an atmosphere of calm and cleanliness.
The photo shows a classic-style bedroom with dark wallpaper and dark blue curtains.
Bright blue
Bright curtains will look good in a children's room. They are recommended to be combined with bright wallpaper and decor.
Cornflower
In combination with white it can effectively decorate a room in a modern style.
blue
In sunny rooms in the southern part of the apartment, blue shades will give a feeling of freshness. It is also better to use blue tones in small rooms; with the help of such curtains you can visually enlarge the space, look at examples of blue curtains in the interior.
Features of materials and styles of curtains
An important factor is the material from which the curtains are made. The modern market offers a huge selection of tulle, curtains, and curtains. It’s not difficult to make the right choice; you just need to take into account the influence of the type of material on the nature of the situation and its comfort.
The same color is perceived differently in translucent and dense materials. For example, in the photo of curtains for a blue kitchen, blue tulle looks light and gentle; in the decoration of the hall, thick curtains of the same shade with silver embroidery look aristocratic and luxurious. Affects the perception and texture of textiles:
- smooth materials with shine add chic,
- pile fabrics provide respectability,
- Cotton and linen fabrics guarantee a cozy atmosphere.
You can study photos of blue curtains in the interior, evaluate the influence of tones and textures on the overall character of the design.
Textile texture affects perception
The style of the curtains should not be ignored. This factor determines the mood of the window design and the interior as a whole, emphasizing the features of the style. There are many interesting design ideas in photo galleries of blue curtains for the kitchen, dining room, bedroom, and living room. Textiles in this range are great for a wide variety of curtains:
- French;
- Austrian;
- Italian;
- Roman, etc.
The style of the curtains determines the mood of the interior
This guarantees a good choice of window design options and allows you to correctly use blue curtains in the interior of the living room, bedroom, dining room, and kitchen.
Examples in the interior of rooms
Blue curtains can decorate any room.
In the living room or hall
When using blue curtains in the living room, you need to take into account the side on which the windows face, as well as the dimensions of the room. Dark shades are suitable for a large hall, but in a small room it is better to use blue tones to make the room seem larger.
The photo shows a room in shades of brown, decorated with a light blue ceiling and richer shades of curtains.
To the kitchen
Blue color can reduce appetite, so it is not often used in the kitchen. If the kitchen is made in a marine style, then it is better to hang light blue or bright blue short curtains.
To the bedroom
Blue tones in the bedroom will create a cozy and relaxing atmosphere. It is better to use curtains made of thick fabrics that will not allow sunlight to pass through.
The photo shows a bedroom design in a classic style with dark blue curtains and an accent of the same tone on the bed.
To the children's room
For a child's room, a combination of rich blue with any bright color, such as yellow or light green, is suitable. Dark blue curtains in a nautical style will look good in a boy's room.
For the bathroom
If the bathroom has a window, then it is better to use light and airy blue tones, for example, light blue or azure. You can also use a marine theme, the main thing is not to make the room too cold due to the presence of a large number of dark blue shades.
On the loggia
When choosing blue shades of curtains for a loggia, you need to take into account the degree of illumination and the location of the window. For well-lit windows on the south side, rich shades of blue are suitable, which will create a cool atmosphere. For dark loggias, light shades are more suitable.
Selection rules
When purchasing blue curtains, harmony should be visible in the interior of the room. They should set you in a positive mood and promote relaxation. It is important to take into account some nuances:
- Which side does the room's windows face? If this is the southern side, then the palette of shades can vary from ultramarine to soft cornflower blue. Even thick textiles are allowed here. It is better to decorate a window facing north with curtains in which blue is combined with yellow or gold. But it’s better to avoid white shades here, otherwise the room will look too cold.
- Room area. The smaller the room, the lighter the shades you need to choose. If the room is decorated in a marine theme, you can experiment with a blue and white combination. In a large room it is allowed to use dark and rich colors.
Blue curtains with black tassels in the living room Source mydizajn.ru
- The texture of the curtain. On a thick canvas, the color will look more saturated. Blue velvet curtains will make the atmosphere heavy. If they need to be lightened, use tassels, fringes, lambrequins, and tiebacks in white or silver tones.
- Depth of shades. Blue has a huge range of tones, each of which can be chosen based on a specific situation.
- Availability of designs and decorations.
Photos of curtains in various styles
Curtains in blue tones can be used in any style of room, you just need to know how to properly combine the curtains with the rest of the furniture and what shade of blue is best to choose.
Provence
Blue curtains will look great in a Provence-style interior, bringing into it an atmosphere of the sea and warmth, and a light, fresh wind. To create balance, it is better to combine them with pastel colors of furniture and accessories.
Modern
A distinctive feature of curtains in a modern style is light or accent colors, monotony, and, as a rule, the absence of bows and ruffles. Therefore, for example, in the living room, rich single-color straight blue curtains in combination with beige furniture, or sky blue curtains surrounded by warm colors will look good.
Classic
If the wallpaper in the room is decorated with patterns, then it is better to use plain blue curtains on the windows. If the wall covering is without a print, then you can decorate the blue curtains with a light geometric pattern. Also, do not forget that it is better to use dark shades in large rooms, and light shades in small ones.
The photo shows a large, bright room with blue-blue curtains along the window, combined with French curtains.
Loft
In the loft style, both light colors, white or beige, and dark ones, such as blue, are used to decorate the window. With this decision, it is better to add textiles or accessories to the room in the same shade as the curtains.
Minimalism
The minimalist style is not characterized by bright colors. Dark blue plain curtains, decorated with a light contrasting pattern or a bright stripe along the top edge, are more suitable.
Color selection
As mentioned earlier, the style of curtains largely determines the specific tone of the wallpaper. The softer and lighter the blue color, the more neat and elegant the curtains should be. For example, in a room in which the walls have a light blue tint, you can choose light tulle as a curtain. The photo below shows a combination of light blue wallpaper with light tulle curtains. These curtains, made in white, have a pattern. A sofa was also selected for this room to match the specific tone of the wallpaper, and pillows to match the curtains.
This design solution is suitable for rooms that should be bright. For bedrooms, creating such an interior is not suitable, since it is undesirable for a large amount of light to enter the sleeping area. You can decorate a guest room in this color.
If the walls in the bedroom are light blue, it is more advisable to choose curtains that will have a dark blue tone. In this case, the shade of the curtains should differ significantly from the color of the walls, and be several tones darker than them. Such curtains can be decorated with the addition of decorations or used in combination with light, light tulle curtains.
A bedroom created in a single color scheme is an ideal option for a room in which only a bed is planned as furniture.
As for the presence of a pattern on the wallpaper, as mentioned earlier, if there is one on the wallpaper, it should not be on the curtains. Moreover, the larger and freer the pattern on the walls, the stricter the curtains in the room should be.
If the walls have a striped or checkered pattern, in no case should you select the same curtains. A room in this style will look unnatural, and moreover, it is unlikely that you will be able to choose the same pattern for the curtains and walls.
Design ideas and patterns for curtains
Curtains in blue tones can be either plain or with a variety of patterns.
Flowers
Curtains with flowers are most often used in modern or country style.
Cities
There are curtains in blue shades with images of various streets and cities. Suitable for teenagers and living rooms.
Strip
Most often, striped curtains are used in children's rooms.
Cell
Checkered curtains look very simple, but at the same time elegant. This type is suitable for both the kitchen and the bedroom or nursery in a modern style.
Stars
One of the most common options for a star pattern is dark blue curtains decorated with various constellations. This composition is best suited for children's rooms.
Gradient
Ombre curtains in blue and white tones with several transitions will look great in a living room with high ceilings, creating an atmosphere of a sea breeze. As a rule, such curtains are not decorated with anything, otherwise their “zest” is lost.
Under jeans
This design option is suitable for teenagers’ rooms; curtains are associated with walks and youth sneakers.
Gzhel
The most common use for curtains with a Gzhel pattern is in a kitchen or office in the same style: white walls with a subtle blue pattern, light furniture, neutral flooring and white and blue curtains.
Blue curtains - 75 photos of elegant curtain designs
Blue color is preferred by self-confident and accomplished individuals. Those who like this color are pedantic, cannot stand fuss, and maintain order in the house.
Having decided to decorate your windows with a set of blue curtains, you have the opportunity to enjoy your favorite shade throughout the day.
This color harmonizes perfectly with many others, but to create a unified style, it is recommended to take into account a number of features.
Combinations with other colors
It is necessary to correctly combine blue shades of curtains with other colors so as not to darken the room or create an energetically heavy atmosphere.
Grey
This combination gives neutrality to blue shades. Suitable for the bedroom, creating an atmosphere of tranquility.
Orange
Orange shades look great with light, sky-colored curtains, creating a calming environment. For a bright design, a combination of sand color with a rich blue tone is better suited.
Gold
The blue and gold color looks very elegant. This combination is often used in classic interiors or retro style.
Beige
This color palette looks elegant, calm and restrained. Blue-beige curtains are suitable for interiors in a classic style.
White
Pair with white to create a simple and fresh interior. For a nautical style, this combination is indispensable. Additional bright colors can be added to accessories and decor.
The photo shows a dining area with a blue carpet, a turquoise ceiling and paintings and white and blue curtains that complement the interior.
Yellow
Combinations of blue and yellow are usually used in country style.
The photo shows a children's room in a modern style with bright paintings and roller blinds in yellow and blue tones.
In the nursery
The most original and bright combinations are best left for the children's room. Even the classic blue color in this space seems not so strict and official, so here you can safely use almost any combination to decorate the windows:
- White translucent tulle will visually increase the space and make it lighter;
- Light linen curtains refresh the interior, make it calmer and more comfortable;
- Bright watercolors (lemon, ocher, pink, turquoise and blue) will look playful and cheerful.
The room for children is most conducive to the use of fabrics with various patterns. Cartoon characters, flowers, marine themes, geometric shapes and simply funny children's doodles will create the right mood.
Combination options
Nowadays, combining different curtains is often used to create harmony in a room. Most often, a combination of translucent curtains and thick drapes is used; it allows you to adjust the lighting.
Tulle and curtain
Tulle and curtains are often combined in bedrooms and living rooms. Blue curtains can be paired with yellow tulle to create a bright accent, or white for a calmer atmosphere.
Two-color
When combining curtains of two colors, you need to take into account that these colors should complement each other and be contrasting. One of the shades is chosen as the main one, and the second shades it. For example, turquoise-blue curtains with purple drapes will look beautiful.
Lambrequins
The hall is usually decorated with lambrequins. With their help you can complement the image of the room, enliven the design, and also hide flaws in the ceiling and uneven walls near the window. Curtains with lambrequins in sea green or emerald color will look good.
Combination of different lengths
The length of the curtains is very important; if they are too long, a lot of dust will accumulate on them; if they are too short, they will look awkward. But you can also combine different lengths, for example, a stylish and often used combination is Roman and long curtains. Most often, this combination is found in the living room and bedroom.
With wallpaper
The combination of colors can be either in the same palette, for example, blue curtains and blue wallpaper, or contrasting (dark blue and beige) or complementing each other (turquoise and lilac).
The photo shows a living room with blue curtains and patterned wallpaper.
Furnished
Blue shades of curtains are best combined with furniture of the same palette and pastel tones of wall coverings. For example, a blue sofa, carpet and curtains in combination with beige or white shades of the rest of the furniture will look impressive.
Textile
Curtains, bedspreads, pillows can be plain, different shades or have different colors, while echoing the general motifs in the design.
Living room
The photo shows a good example of using two-color curtains with horizontal stripes.
To choose the right shade of blue curtains for a hall or living room, it is important to take into account not only the location of the window, but also the size of the room. If the area of the room is small, it is advisable not to use dark colors when decorating it. More light shades and a minimum of contrasting combinations - this is the basic rule for visually expanding space.
In a spacious living room, you can play with contrasts (blue and red, for example), and give preference to rich, deep shades of blue.
The color scheme of curtains should be selected in such a way that the already created interior style is not disturbed and its harmony is preserved.
For example, if blue is present on the curtains, there should be other items of this color in the room: furniture, accessories, carpeting, picture frames.
It is not necessary to make the entire room blue, but a moderate predominance of the main color will create the impression of completeness and thoughtfulness of the interior.
One of the options for an elite interior is a living room in blue and gold tones. This is an excellent combination for a room with a palace-style interior. But the “gilding” should not prevail, but only set off the main color, then it will look stylish and not too pompous. For example, you can use gold cord to decorate upholstered furniture and curtains.
Curtain decoration options
There are a lot of different curtain decors, the main ones are presented below.
Holders
They can be made of different materials and different shapes, the main thing is that the holders fit into the overall interior of the room. Often their color matches the color of the curtains.
Clamps
Clamps can be purchased at the store or made independently. For example, an old beautiful hairpin can help decorate the interior.
Tiebacks
Tiebacks can be made of beads, twine or fabric, depending on the room in which they are used. According to the color scheme, they can be the same color as the curtains, or in a contrasting color. You can make a pick-up with your own hands from a variety of ribbons offered in stores.
Tassels and fringe
They will complement any curtains and add their own personality to the design. You can use brushes of different colors and change them depending on your mood.
