Description of curtain rods for Roman blinds

Roman blinds quickly gained popularity due to their reliability, practicality and attractive appearance. They are used to decorate houses, apartments, offices, restaurants and other public places.

An ordinary curtain rod is not suitable for fastening, so you need to choose a design with a special fastening mechanism that allows them to lower, raise or hold the curtain in the desired position.

Varieties of curtain rods for Roman blinds

The curtain rod for Roman blinds can be open or closed. The first type has the carriage taken out for the profile. In closed structures, the lifting drive is, together with them, located in the product body. The way of movement of both variants is the same: the thrust movement is carried out by moving the control chain. This leads to the winding of the cable around the shaft and the curtain rising.

The system can be opened manually or automatically. For this, the structure is equipped with an electric drive with a built-in sensor. The system can be controlled using the remote control. In such a cornice, the body is made of aluminum and there are at least 3 hoisting ropes. It is usually used when large curtains need to be hung.

Not so long ago, double-row cornices appeared. They allow you to fix the tulle and curtain at the same time. The set of double curtain rod for Roman blinds includes an additional Velcro, located on the back of the case. The curtains are moved by a hand chain.

Stopper plugs have been added here to adjust each curtain individually. Double-row cornice models do not take up much space. They can only be mounted on a wall or ceiling. Due to the high weight, installation on a window or opening is excluded.

Advantages and disadvantages of such cornices

The designs used to attach Roman blinds quickly became popular. This became possible due to their merits:

1. The installation of such a curtain rod can be carried out even in a place with limited access, on a window of a non-standard shape or size. Any person can carry out the installation. You don't need special skills or equipment for this.
2. Roman shades allow you to make the curtain more functional. If the curtain is fully lowered, there will be little or no sunlight entering the room. By raising it to the desired height, you can achieve full-fledged lighting of the room.
3. The product can have both manual and mechanical control.
4. The design of a set of cornice and Roman shades can be advantageously used in the design of any room (kitchen, bedroom, living room).
5. The cornice is suitable for attaching all types of curtains - from light tulle to dense velvet or tapestry curtains.
6. Affordable cost and a huge selection of models.

The only drawback of this type of cornices is the difficulty in accessing the window. To open it, you will have to fully raise the curtain.

Characteristics of curtain rods for Roman blinds

For such creation of such curtain rods, various materials are used (wood, plastic, aluminum), which makes it possible for everyone to choose the option that will be most appropriate in his case.

Plastic models are low cost. Their control system is of a chain type. Such constructions are compact, have low weight and are distinguished by a long service life. The cornice made of high-quality plastic is able to withstand prolonged loads on the structure. And thanks to the variety of shades, it can fit into almost any interior.

Eaves made of durable aluminum are able to qualitatively darken the room in sunny weather. Most often, such models have automatic control. Wooden models look stylish and elegant. They are used when decorating a room in a classic, ethno or eco style. They are harmoniously combined with curtains made of natural linen (linen, cotton). The cornices are equipped with a cord lifting mechanism.

The sizes of the cornice are standard, mini, and increased. For attics, beveled models are provided. Some manufacturers, for example, "Antey" offer the manufacture of options for non-standard shapes according to the customer's sketch.

How to choose the right cornice

There are some nuances that you need to pay attention to when choosing a cornice for attaching Roman curtains:

1. It is necessary to choose the type of structure and its lifting mechanism based on the material used for sewing the curtain.
2. It is better to refuse to buy a cornice more than 4 m long. The longer its length, the higher the load on the lifting mechanism. This can lead to deformation and damage to the product. Experts advise to evenly divide the load into two short cornices.
3. It is important to pay attention to the fasteners. Standard or mini size designs mount on 2 brackets. This is enough to hold lightweight curtains. If the curtain is long, made of dense fabric, then in the center of the cornice there should be additional fastening.
4. When choosing a curtain design, you need to focus on the interior of the room where they will be used.
5. The material from which the cornice is made must meet the purpose of the room. For example, for the kitchen, it is worth choosing a model that will not absorb odors and will be resistant to changes in humidity and temperature.

The designs of such cornices

The design of the curtain rod for a Roman shade is unique and consists of several parts:

1. The profile is the basis of the design. Usually it is made of metal to ensure resistance to deformation and reliability of the product.
2. A plumb line is a component for hanging curtains.
3. The pulling system and lifting mechanism are used to adjust, control the curtain, hold it in the desired position.
4. Additional fittings - Velcro, hooks, chains are intended for the operation of the system.

To expand the functionality of the structure, it can be additionally equipped with:

1. Open lifting system to make the curtain more attractive. With the help of chains, it winds the curtain compactly on the shaft. Hooks and hooks fix the curtain in the desired position.
2. Spring lifting mechanism. It can be open or closed. This option is offered to choose when decorating the attic. Its advantages are practicality, functionality and aesthetic appearance.

Accessories for Roman blinds

For the production of Roman curtains, natural fabrics (linen, canvas) are used. The curtain is attached to the base of the eaves.

The fabric can be:

• wireframe with a rigid cord;
• frameless - does not have a rigid base and, when lifted, forms a lambrequin.

Additionally, the curtain can be decorated with perekids, decorative tips, fringe, braid, beads. To decorate the rack of the lifting mechanism, use applications, elements in the form of corners.

The presence and type of decorative ornaments depends on the interior of the room, the design of the cornice and the preferences of the owner.

How to properly attach the cornice for such curtains

There are several known methods for mounting such a cornice:

1. Fastening of individual curtains for each window sash. This option will be the most practical, since it will not interfere with free access to the windowsill. So that the curtain can fit snugly to the window, special magnets are used.
2. Installation between leaves. In this case, the cornice will be fixed to the walls of the window opening. The place of attachment and the distance to the frame depends on the wishes of the owner.
3. Fasteners on the window frame. This option can be found most often. Choosing it, you need to understand that access to the window will be difficult.
4. Fixing to the wall or ceiling. The advantage of such an attachment is the possibility of unhindered access to the window when the curtain is raised.

The set with the cornice includes the fasteners required for its installation. Installation is carried out according to the following algorithm:

1. The marking of the locations of the fasteners is carried out. It is important to consider that the curtain should completely cover the window and protrude a few centimeters on both sides.
2. With the help of a drill, holes are made by placing a bracket in them and securing them with self-tapping screws.
3. Checking the functionality of the curtains.

Repair of curtain rods for Roman blinds

Roman blinds are quite easy to use. If you follow the basic rules of their operation, the product will be able to serve for a long time. But, there are times when, due to a breakdown, the structure requires repair.

The most common problems that the owner of such a curtain may face are:

1. Uneven opening or closing of curtains. Thus, a failure of the lifting mechanism manifests itself, due to which the cord breaks or becomes entangled. This can happen as a result of a sharp jerk of the chain or exceeding the permissible load on the eaves. To fix it, you will have to completely sort out the block or change it to a new one.
2. When the chain is turned, the curtain does not rise or fall. The reason lies in the damage to the control mechanism due to the use of a blade that is too heavy. The repair consists in changing the control mechanism to a reinforced one.
3. Breaking the circuit that controls the structure. This can happen due to the use of low-quality material in the production of the chain or its wear. To eliminate the malfunction, it is enough to replace the damaged part.
4. Formation of a fold in the fabric in an unplanned place. The reason for this may be the use of a fabric that is too light, the weight of which was not enough to fix it on the lifting cord. To avoid this, you need to use weights for the canvas.

Fastening Roman blinds to the ceiling

The interior design of some premises, requires fastening the cornice to the ceiling. In this case, the installation of the structure is carried out in the same way as installing it on the wall:

• marking is carried out;
• holes are drilled to install the bracket;
• the bracket is fixed with self-tapping screws;
• the curtain is fixed to the cornice.

Roman blinds can become a versatile window decoration. It fits harmoniously into almost any interior. But, to reveal their beauty is possible only with the correct fastening.

An ordinary cornice will not work for this, you need to choose a special design for Roman curtains.

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