Ceiling mounted curtain rods are divided into 2 groups: for lifting and sliding curtains. Blinds of curtain rods for curtains are most often slats made of metal or plastic, equipped with a mechanism for lifting. The fabric is attached to the rail and is therefore stationary. The lifting mechanism is started with a cord attached to the side:
Models for sliding curtains are classified by material (metal, wood, plastic), device (round, string, profile, baguette), number of rows. Any ceiling holder makes it possible to expand the possibilities of window decoration, to hide room imperfections. When choosing, the dimensions of window openings, the number and weight of curtains, the distance from the window are taken into account.
The advantages of ceiling models
Unlike wall-mounted cornices, these products are attached to the ceiling base. They have significant strength and reliable fastenings that ensure the stability of the curtains and cornice.
In addition, the following advantages of practical choice should be noted:
- The ability to drape the entire window opening, regardless of its size.
- The ability to form beautiful folds on the textile fabric (both horizontal and vertical folds).
- The visual effect of expanding the space.
- Tight closure of all cracks and open spaces, which allows you to keep warm in the room.
The curtains located on the ceiling eaves provide better protection from direct sunlight and absorb street noise.
Constructive
Cornices consist of several elements:
- pipe, string or tire;
- side plugs, tips, rounding of corners;
- fastening system - brackets and holders.
When choosing cornices, be guided by the measurements of your room, too massive, wide models will make the interior heavier
How to choose the size
If the standard size of the cornice does not match your measurement of the opening in length, then you can always file it. Here it is recommended to follow the following tips:
- The length of the eaves should be 150-400 mm wider than the window opening on each side.
- Wall-to-wall models should be 1.5-2.0 cm less than the opening.
- Every 1.5-2 m of the length of the wall cornice, a fulcrum is required, I mount ceiling models, remember that the distance between the fasteners is 30-50 cm.
For example, wall eaves with a length of 3 m must have a minimum of 3 support points: 2 on the sides, one in the middle. In this case, you can buy one solid structure L = 240 cm, or a prefabricated one, in which 2 rails / pipes of 160 cm each, then saw off to the desired size.
Diagram of how to make measurements correctly
Disadvantages of ceiling models
Among the disadvantages of practical choice, the following provisions should be noted:
- Specialist assistance may be needed when installing a ceiling cornice.
- The need to use the most reliable mounts.
A stretch ceiling, which is a problem for fixing ceiling cornices, can be especially difficult.
Things to Consider
To decorate a room beautifully and harmoniously, it is necessary to take into account many nuances at once, among which the selection of ceiling or wall curtains will not take the last place. When choosing the most suitable curtain rod for you, you need to take into account the following points:
- The distance from the ceiling to the axis of the curtain should be approximately equal to a third of the distance from the ceiling to the upper slope of the window opening.
- The wall curtain should protrude about 15 to 40 centimeters from the sides of the window opening.
- For ceiling cornices, the best choice would be wall to wall placement if the room is of standard dimensions. For large rooms, you should be guided by the general idea of \ u200b \ u200bdesign and be guided by the fact that the curtain should protrude along the edges of the window by the same 15 - 40 centimeters as wall structures.
The rest is determined by your personal preference. However, it is worth remembering that the cornice, like any other component of the interior, should complement it, creating a single picture of decoration. An exception may be ceiling tires, which are practically invisible. However, they can also become a decoration if you use special baguette strips that turn a standard product into a decorative element.
Choosing a cornice model
Today, among the ceiling cornices, there are many models that differ in their properties, care and design. On store shelves, the buyer can find the following types of accessories:
- Tire options.
- Skirting cornices.
- Flexible models.
- Baguette cornices.
- Round base rods.
- String options.
Each type of cornice is different in material of manufacture, external decor and colors. For the optimal choice of a particular model, a number of features and factors should be taken into account: the area of the room, the height of the ceilings, the weight and number of textile fabrics, the structure of the ceiling base (for stretch ceilings, you must use special ceiling cornices).
How to choose the material of the curtain rod depending on the weight, density, number of curtains
For most urban apartments of Russians, the problem of low ceilings is urgent, so many, when decorating the interior, tend to visually increase them. Ceiling rails for curtains of various sizes are the best option. Wall-mounted models are also not suitable if the window openings are large, their upper part rests against the ceiling.
Wooden models, varnished or painted, are quite massive, therefore they are suitable for dense, heavy curtains. You can find a design complemented by decorative elements. These products are expensive, but durable, so they are bought for living rooms decorated in a classic style with natural wood furniture.
Important! Before purchasing, please note that when joining 2 or more products for a large window, additional fasteners are required to prevent sagging.
Metal (steel or aluminum) molds are lighter than wooden ones. They are strong and durable, plasticity allows you to create angular shapes. Suitable for bay windows and rooms with complex geometry. Aluminum is often decorated with self-adhesive foil. The most massive and expensive forged models coated with copper, bronze, gold. Most often they are bought for large country cottages.
For a standard city apartment, plastic models can be considered the best option. They are inexpensive, aesthetically pleasing, and go well with plastic windows. The dimensions of these curtain rods are easy to change. Shapes and colors are different, which allows you to choose a product that matches the color of the curtains and interior.
String holders are strings attached to brackets (from one to two, three). They are suitable only for curtains made of lightweight materials: tulle, organza, etc. The main advantage is the absence of restrictions on the length. But the disadvantage is more important - sagging, if the opening is large.
The width is selected based on the number of rows and the weight of the materials used to sew the curtains. If there is only one curtain, the main attention is paid not to the width of the profile, but to the thickness of the rod. A two-row (three-row) profile will always be wider than a single-row one. If there are several rows, it will not work to hide the structure due to the large weight.
Profile (tire) cornices
The structure is based on a rail with one or more grooves for attaching curtains.They are made of plastic, which has a number of advantages:
- Strength.
- The plastic cornice completely hides hooks, rings and other fastening elements in the depth of the grooves.
- The flat surface of the cornice fits optimally into the interior without standing out from other details.
- Plastic does not require special care rules, is not afraid of moisture, aggressive chemicals.
Such options are affordable, but with prolonged exposure to sunlight, they quickly lose color.
Standards
The standard parameters were derived from the ergonomics of typical rooms, in which the windows and walls are practically the same size, so that there are no problems with the length. But the textile industry offers a wide range of fabrics, from very light to heavy, massive, and fashion designers come up with all new styles, with folds, lambrequins, frills, multi-layered, so it is important to pay attention to when choosing a cornice:
- the material from which it is made;
- rail width, pipe thickness.
Diameter and length of metal pipes
The golden mean of metal pipes is D = 25-28 mm, suitable for almost all types of curtains. The standard for the strip of forged products is 16 mm. Hollow thin-walled products for light curtains have D = 16 mm, for more massive ones - 2.5-4.0 cm, depending on the manufacturer. In multi-row models, pipes of a smaller (for tulle) and larger (for the main fabric) thickness are usually combined.
Mini curtain rods, intended for decorating small windows, under light curtains, have D = 1.0 cm, they do not overload the interior and do not sag like strings.
Double-row systems consist of a thin strip for tulle 10-16 mm, and a pipe D = 28 mm, for blackout curtains. Usually, they are covered on top with a decorative film that imitates natural materials, or paint. Cornices 25 mm in diameter are made of stainless steel. Standard L = 160,180, 200, 240, 280, 300, 320, 360 cm. You can also buy solid metal rods with a diameter of 28-50 mm, a length of 6 m.
If a window with a wide sill or a heating system runs along a plane, pay attention to the length of the bracket, optimally from the wall to the inside of the cornice 10-15 cm
Wooden curtain rods standards
Wooden curtain rods are inferior to metal ones in strength, therefore, the standard for products is D = 28 mm, which is suitable for light and medium-weight curtains. If you need to hang heavy curtains, you should install holders every meter, which is not always convenient for opening.
Rods D = 16, 28, 35 mm are maximum 2 m in length; for wide openings, you will need to connect 2 pieces through the bracket.
For massive heavy curtains, it is better to buy cornices D = 40-50 mm, or exclusive - D = 75 mm, these are up to 4 m long, they are more expensive in price, but the advantages of such models are in strength and aesthetics.
Choose products made from durable types of wood so that sagging does not appear over time
Plastic Model Standards
The maximum length of a plastic tire is 4 m. Double-row cornices are produced with a width of 8.0 cm, three-row ones - 8.7 cm, L = 150, 180, 210, 250, 280, 300, 320, 340, 360, 380 cm.
Each manufacturer can set its own dimensions, so sometimes these parameters differ slightly.
Classic baguette plastic cornices in the set have a decorative strip, its width is 5 or 9 cm, less often there are wider 100, 150-300 mm, these are small collections, more experimental.
Plastic rods have a standard D = 28 mm, the parameter for light models is 12, 16 mm, they are suitable for kitchen curtains, in the bathroom, for windows in children's rooms. L = 200, 240, 300, 360 cm.
Flexible models
Curtain rods with shape change function are made of aluminum. Manufacturers use special alloys with a high aluminum content for the manufacture of such products.
The structure of the alloys is resistant to the appearance of corrosion, is unpretentious in maintenance, and favorably emphasizes the details of the interior. The ability to change the shape of the retaining rod was appreciated by many buyers, which determined the popularity of this cornice.
Manufacturing material
Here it is worth paying attention to the fact that all natural materials are more expensive than artificial ones.Therefore, wood products will definitely be expensive, and plastic will cost significantly less. However, this does not mean at all that plastic products cannot be beautiful. Traditionally, cornices are offered from the following materials:
- Metal.
- Wood.
- Plastic.
It is worth paying attention to one more point: forged metal suspensions can be very expensive, since these are often handicrafts presented in limited quantities. In addition, the chosen material will radically affect the dimension of the curtains.
Round base booms
These curtain rods are made of various metal alloys (with the exception of aluminum). They have a pleasant external decor, glossy surface texture. They are unpretentious in maintenance, resistant to corrosion, thanks to the prudence of manufacturers.
The surface of the rod can be absolutely smooth, or it can be made in the form of a relief ornament. The advantage is the special strength of the product, the ability to withstand a significant weight of textiles.
Varieties
Decorating rooms with fabric is often not complete without the use of fasteners for curtains. They can be fixed to the wall, or use the ceiling version.
A sufficiently sturdy base is required to mount the system to a ceiling. If you have a tension structure and there is no special niche in it, then it will be impossible to fix the curtains on the ceiling surface.
For suspension systems, it is also required to provide for the possibility of installing this structure in advance. Such a decision will be quite reasonable if the wall decoration material is not reliable enough, or you want to hide the curtain fastening system.
There are a lot of modern varieties of these products. They differ in:
- Constructions;
- Material;
- Form;
- Sizes.
Variety of shapes, materials and designs
In addition, the width of the ceiling curtain rail depends on the number of rows on which the curtains can be placed. Modern designers often use these designs for interior lighting. It is also possible to manufacture electrically driven systems.
String options in the interior
One of the most popular curtain accessories. They are a set of brackets, between which a strong metal line is stretched. The strings are hardly noticeable, emphasizing the design favorably of the textile fabric itself.
However, heavy coarse curtains cannot be hung on string cornices - even a few strings are unable to withstand significant weight.
The best baguette curtain rods
Baguettes can be installed on the wall and ceiling. They are always decorated with a wide front strip, which is made of different materials, but mostly plastic. The only downside of this accessory is its narrow stylistic focus.
Windeco Baguette curtain rod "Scandinavia NEW"
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Polystyrene cornice with a maximum length of 4 meters is quite versatile and does not oblige with its decor. Imitation wood will look harmonious in almost any interior.
When buying a baguette on the site, you can independently choose the filling, packaging, color, size (all this will determine the cost of the finished product). A complete set with bends looks neater than just a straight cornice, so if finances allow, then you should choose just this option.
Advantages:
- High quality and durable coating;
- Optimal plank width;
- Beautiful design in a minimalist style;
- Adequate price.
Disadvantages:
- Emphasizes irregularities in the ceiling and walls, if any.
This model has a large palette of shades, which allows you to choose the most suitable product.
Baguette cornice Legrand "Loire"
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The two-row cornice is sold in just four base sizes (2 to 3 meters) and in several color options. A monochromatic unobtrusive pattern is a real decoration of the product.
The cornice can also be attached to the wall, but for this you need to buy additional brackets - one for every 1.4 meters of length. Due to small turns at the edges, the design looks self-sufficient and elegant.
Advantages:
- Refined design and 5 colors to choose from;
- Full set;
- Good rigidity;
- Suitable for heavy curtains.
Disadvantages:
- Sometimes the sliders will lock.
Such a model will decorate a living room or bedroom, decorated in the appropriate style.
K-Style Baguette cornice "Seoul" white Family Decor
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K-Style eaves can be ordered complete with plastic rail and brackets. It is manufactured in any size that is specified when ordering, as well as with different filling options (plastic tires, plywood frame). Also, the buyer can choose a straight design or with corners.
Advantages:
- Universal white color;
- High quality paint;
- Easy to wash;
- Simple installation;
- Quite affordable price.
Disadvantages:
- The base is sold without "filling".
This curtain rod is popular for its modern and simple design.
Cornices with decorative strip
A novelty from the manufacturers is cornices with a beautiful strip having a wide base, dense structure, and a bright color composition. Fasteners are located behind the strip, which completely hides rings, hooks, latches. They use similar models as additional decor.
The photo of the ceiling cornice presented on the pages of the official catalogs from the manufacturer will help to make the best choice.
How to hang a double-row curtain rod
To fix a two-row cornice on the ceiling, it is absolutely not necessary to call a master. All work can be done by hand. From tools and consumables you will need:
- hammer drill or hammer drill;
- drills or drills for concrete;
- dowels and screws;
- tape measure and pencil;
- hacksaw for metal.
Before proceeding with the installation, it is recommended to first try on the cornice.
Pruning
In the overwhelming majority of cases, the ceiling cornice will have to be cut based on the size of a particular window opening. The easiest way to do this is to use a classic metal hacksaw. Its use will allow you to make the most even cut with a minimum of burrs.
If the length of the double-row cornice is too long, then it will have to be shortened.
Fastening
Fastening the cornice is necessarily preceded by a marking operation. After all the fixing points of the structure have been determined, you can proceed to the installation work. If we are talking about a reinforced concrete ceiling, then first you have to drill (drill) holes for plastic dowels and only then fix the cornice with self-tapping screws.
Each person can carry out installation work, even without having the proper experience in this area.
When attaching the cornice to the plasterboard ceiling, you should purchase special butterfly dowels, which ensure reliable fixation of any structure.
Photo of ceiling cornices
Scope of use
Ceiling cornice options are used:
- Above the window opening is the most common device method.
- The option of using curtains instead of doors is often used. Ceiling cornices can be installed above the doorway.
- They are used for canopy canopies in the bedroom above the bed.
- Zoning of large rooms can also be done using various types of curtains.
Advice! Interesting in terms of design is the version of the cornice with hidden lighting. It is most often performed using LED strip or small spotlights.
When installing suspended or stretch ceiling systems, a special niche must be left for the cornices. In this version, it is not visible, which makes it possible to use simple and cheap designs.
In the open version of the arrangement, the ceiling cornices - the size, their shape, the material of construction, all play an important decorative role in the overall interior of the room. They should harmoniously fit into the chosen style.
Do-it-yourself installation of such products is quite simple, the manufacturer's instructions will help with this. More information on this topic can be obtained by watching the video in the article.
