Roller blinds: reviews, features, views and recommendations

Curtains and blinds hang on the windows to protect them from sunlight. But recently, many designers suggest to replace them with roller blinds, the reviews of which indicate efficiency and attractive appearance.

Design Features

Curtains are called roll because of the built-in mechanism, which allows them to roll into a roll. And the design makes it possible to fix the canvas at any preferred window level.

The curtains themselves consist of a base fabric made of specially treated fabric and a shaft on which it is wound. The mechanism can be open and closed.

When the system is open, the fabric is wound on the shaft and looks simpler and easier. The closed system has a box in which the winding mechanism is hidden, along the sides there are guides.

Reviews of roll curtains indicate that this design contributes to a good dimming, even when exposed to direct sunlight. Therefore, they are advised for installation in children's rooms, bedrooms or rooms that are used to view photo slides.

Benefits of using

Many compare roller blinds with blinds. But they have some advantages that make them convenient and functional in operation:

• Curtains are produced from fabrics of various colors and textures.
• It is possible to choose the kind most suitable for your favorite interior.
• Operation is as convenient as possible for the user.
• Install roller blinds on plastic windows, reviews also indicate that they are easy to place on a classic wooden frame.
• Care is not difficult, and the canvas is treated with a special impregnation, repellent pollution and dust.
• It is possible to combine roller blinds with curtains, which allows you to create a unique style, based on the needs and concepts of the interior.

Roller blinds, reviews of which leave grateful mistresses, do not need regular washing. Therefore, this type of curtain is recommended for busy people who do not have time to remove curtains and ironing them.

Basics of choice

Designers, and simple housewives began to move away from the use of cumbersome curtains and three-dimensional tulle. Many prefer the space in the house and the airiness of the decoration. Therefore, to protect themselves from the sun, the inhabitants prefer roller blinds, the reviews show that they are suitable for installation on any window unit.

The choice of a roll construction depends on the style of the room and its purpose. Colorful and juicy shades of curtains are suitable for a room where the walls are decorated in calm, monochrome tones. Especially effective look curtains, matched in the tone of furniture.

Interior designers warn that it is better to avoid repeating the texture and drawing of the wallpaper with the fabric cloth of the curtains. For the effect of uniting things you need a combination of a roll structure with upholstery of the sofa and armchairs.

A color scheme

For a room decorated in golden colors, it is recommended to use burgundy roller blinds on the windows. Reviews indicate that such a noble color not only protects the room from excessive light, but also balances the excess gilding.

For blue lovers it is suggested to use the classic combination with yellow in the interior. If the style is muffled and the walls are made in pastel or white tones, the curtains with a vivid abstraction will add some variety.

Beige and cream shade will highlight a roll of chocolate tint. Such a reception will emphasize the sophistication of the premises, and several accessories in the tone of the curtains will give nobility to the room and coziness.

Violet and blue shades are considered in the palette of flowers as cold. Therefore, curtains of this color will be appropriate in a room where the windows face the sunny side and require visual coolness. In contrast, in a room facing the north, it is preferable to use warm colors. Especially actual use of orange cloth.

Tips for choosing curtains depending on their destination

In selecting a pattern, the style of the room is taken into account, where roller blinds will be installed. Comments and advice from experienced designers will help you to choose not only the color of the canvas, but the pattern and texture of the fabric.

For the kitchen, it is appropriate to print with leaves, flowers or fruit. Any abstract drawing that matches the color of the kitchen set will do. Classic interior will withstand the use of strips on fabric, and for high ceilings should be selected horizontal option. A vertical strip is appropriate in a spacious room.

Lightweight and transparent fabrics will emphasize country style, and vintage lovers will appreciate a cheerful and colorful print with large colors. When choosing roller blinds in the living room, it is better to avoid dark and gloomy shades. This method is suitable for offices, and the living quarters will turn into a boring administrative place.

children's room

The child's room often needs to be dimmed, because children sleep during the day or sunlight glitches interfere with the viewing of filmstrips. Curtains made of textiles for many are not the right option because of the accumulation of dust and the deprivation of some space.

In addition, it is important for children to be independent. Roller blinds are easy to operate, the child can adjust the intensity of the light flux.

For a children's room, you should not choose a complex print or a bright and catchy drawing. Roller blinds are durable, and even your favorite cartoon characters are quickly bored. It is better to stop at a calm picture, not distracting from the situation in the room. It is desirable to choose shades of light, so as not to oppress the vulnerable child's psyche.

To protect the child's room from the sun or the light of lanterns, a black-out cloth is recommended that does not let light and ensures excellent blackout.

It is important and complete safety of roller blinds. The impregnation of the cloth not only relieves the accumulation of dust, but also guarantees protection from fire. In addition, they do not cause allergic reactions and embody interesting design ideas.

User feedback on the types of roller blinds. "Day Night"

Some consider conventional roller blinds to be boring and prefer an unusual option, similar in appearance to blinds. They differ from the standard in the presence of several strips of tissue.

Roller blinds "day-night" reviews are quite diverse. Users indicate that the strips can be made of synthetic fabric and natural. The latter is preferable for use in a children's room or living room. Synthetic version is suitable for the kitchen.

If transparent strips are executed in a monochrome coloring, then opaque can have a variety of prints. User feedback indicates that this technique adds coziness and eliminates monotony.

Thanks to Teflon impregnation, the curtains perfectly handle the load in the kitchen. They have antistatic effect, fire-resistant properties and dust-repellent. Customer feedback shows that their use helps to keep clean in the kitchen, they do not take up much space.

The Russian manufacturer "Uyut"

Roller blinds "Comfort" reviews are versatile. The Russian manufacturer attracts buyers with visual characteristics of products, functional design features, strength and durability.

The reviews show that, despite the quite budget price, "Uyut" roller blinds deserve attention. They excellently protect against light, have a rich color palette and come in four different types.

Judging by the feedback, the design is chosen depending on the desired method and location of installation. You can install them directly on the sash or in the window opening and place above it.

Customers like that the company offers a diverse selection of used material. Thanks to various canvases and fixing mechanisms, you can purchase the best option for any room and window opening.

Curtains from IKEA

The popular brand represents several rulers of roller blinds, among which many reviews have "Tupplure". The model, judging by the responses, completely blocks the penetration of light. They are made of polyester web with acrylic coating. This is why many parents choose Tupplure for installation in the children's room.

Roller blinds, reviews of which indicate its quality, does not need washing. It is difficult to damage, and the acrylic coating completely protects the material from contamination.

Parents also note that the curtains are protected from children. While the child does not grow up for independent use of the construction, you can fix the lanyard of lifting the blade. In addition, the length of the model "Tuppler" is calculated only to the level of the window sill, which is especially important in the children's room and in the kitchen.