Benefits of using outdoor curtains
Curtains for gazebos and verandas not only fit perfectly with the overall exterior, but also have a certain number of advantages:
- Constructions made of dense materials perfectly protect the room from the sun and heat.
- Waterproof, impregnated models effectively protect against rain and wind.
- Curtains prevent insects from entering.
- They create a private atmosphere and hide from prying eyes.
- They mask minor building defects.
Rules of care
Caring for curtains and screens for open buildings depends on the material from which they are made:
- PVC screens and curtains, fixed blinds and blinds, if there is a drain in the floor, can be washed with water pressure from a hose, having first protected the furniture with film.
- After washing, soft glass screens must be wiped dry with a soft cloth so that no stains from drops remain on them. To prevent the material from becoming cloudy, the use of cleaning agents and brushes is not recommended.
- Fabric curtains must be washed when dirty.
- It is not recommended to wash canvas curtains frequently, otherwise they will lose their protective impregnation.
- Acrylic fabrics are considered self-cleaning, and curtains made from them can simply be wiped with a damp cloth when they become dirty.
- To ensure that impregnated fabrics do not lose their properties, it is not recommended to iron them.
- It is recommended to remove many types of curtains and protective curtains for the winter so that they are not damaged by frost and snow.
Today's variety of types of external curtains allows you to choose your own option, tailored to your individual needs. If you follow all the rules for selecting, securing the design and operating external curtains and protective screens for gazebos and terraces, they will last a long time and will not require complex maintenance methods. The owners are always especially proud of their hand-sewn curtains - they decorate the room and give joy.
Types of curtains
There are several options for outdoor curtain designs.
Roller blinds
They are easy to use, do not take up much space, and perfectly prevent the penetration of bright sunlight into the room. Quite often, translucent models are chosen for external curtains; they softly shade the veranda or gazebo and do not deprive the opportunity to enjoy the surrounding view.
The photo shows translucent roller blinds on the summer veranda.
Rafblinds
They are an analogue of blinds, only this light-protection system is installed outside. This outdoor structure prevents heating of the room and is not subject to deformation and corrosion.
The photo shows a veranda with light-colored outdoor blinds.
Classic curtains
Curtains can radically change and enliven the appearance of a building. They are able to create a cozy atmosphere in the room and promote relaxation and quiet rest. Such models can be used both in an open veranda and in a glazed one.
The photo shows a terrace with classic curtains decorated with a print.
Style and color directions
When choosing a particular type of curtain, you need to pay attention to the design of the structure, select colors and materials that match it. Let's consider several popular style trends:
- Classical. It is necessary to use fabric made from natural raw materials. Curtains should be gray, beige, white.
- Italian. Curtains should move apart in different directions. White and beige shades predominate. The fabric should be dense, the edges should lie on the floor.
- Gothic. The material should have a black, emerald, brown, blue-black, crimson tint. Protective curtains made of lavsan or canvas fabric are perfect.
- Scandinavian. Light colors predominate - white, beige, gray. Lightweight fabrics made from natural materials and vertical fabric blinds will look great.
- Minimalism. Characterized by light shades and lack of patterns. You can use standard metal blinds and transparent PVC windows.
Outdoor curtain material
Various materials are used to make outdoor curtains.
Plastic (PVC)
Soft and flexible polymer or polyethylene strip curtains are an ideal option for gazebos and verandas. They are highly durable, elastic and have very good protective characteristics.
The photo shows a gazebo trimmed with PVC outdoor plastic curtains.
Canvas
Reliable and durable. But they have the only drawback: they cannot decorate the exterior of a veranda or gazebo in the country with their appearance.
The photo shows a wooden gazebo decorated with canvas outdoor curtains.
Acrylic
Acrylic curtains are waterproof and can withstand various temperature changes. They scatter the sun's rays beautifully and create an interesting lighting effect.
The photo shows light-colored acrylic curtains on the terrace.
Canvas
Dense fabric will protect the gazebo or veranda from wind and rain. Such canvases perform only a practical function, since in the exterior they look a little rough.
Fabric (burlap, oxford fabric)
Ideal for decorating these buildings. Burlap products in muted colors look, although simple, but at the same time very elegant. Oxford awning fabric is highly durable and perfectly protects the premises on bad weather days.
The photo shows a terrace decorated with green outdoor curtains made of oxford fabric.
About sizes
When choosing a canvas, you need to decide not only on its appearance, model, material of manufacture, inherent properties, but also on its dimensions. Curtains with correctly selected parameters will help emphasize the appearance of the room and hide minor imperfections. If the height and width of the product are determined incorrectly, then even the most beautiful options will ruin the stylish structure.
Dimensions for curtains made from different raw materials will vary. The method of their fastening, the type and design features of the structure also play a big role. For example, for glazed verandas, fabric curtains can be hung on a cornice fixed to the ceiling or walls in three standard ways: to the floor, to the window sill, below the window sill. For open structures, without side partitions, it is better to use options that extend to the floor covering, or blinds, roller blinds, which can be fixed at any distance from the floor, completely or partially enclosing the room.
For roller blinds, the parameters depend on the installation method. If they are located directly between the support posts, then their width is determined by the exact distance between the elements, taking into account the guides. When installing curtains behind or in front of load-bearing supports, they should be 10-20 cm larger than the opening and completely cover it in order to maximally protect the space from the penetration of light and moisture. Also, the canvas should have such a length that it reaches the floor surface with a small margin. When the structure is placed on a window, it can extend beyond its limits, covering only the transparent part.
For fabric options, the height is measured from the place of installation to the floor covering with an indentation of 1-4 cm. Some people hang longer products that partially lie on the floor. The width is determined based on the size of the opening in question, the need for folds on the curtain, usually for fabric models it is 1.5 or more times larger than the window or the intersupport distance. It is better to install the tarpaulin under tension.
Photo examples for gazebos
Plain curtains or curtains with various prints fit perfectly into the surrounding landscape design, create a mood and make the room bright. Light curtains are especially suitable for decorating a wooden gazebo.
The photo shows transparent orange curtains in a summer gazebo.
Veranda design ideas
Using curtains to design a summer veranda allows you to place accents in the room and set the direction for the overall style. Various fabric products will give the building a romantic look and aesthetics, while more practical models will create a quiet and peaceful environment.
The photo shows a veranda decorated with dark-colored outdoor roller blinds.
Difficult choice
The market for fabrics for decorating windows on a veranda or terrace is not diverse enough and often offers specially designed curtains. Their main mission is a protective function against various negative manifestations of nature. But in the pursuit of reliability and practicality, manufacturers sometimes forget about the aesthetic nature of their products. That is why the choice of shelters for verandas and terraces must necessarily be based on the direction of the room used, the functional purpose (climatic conditions, duration of “get-togethers”, adaptability to temperature indicators).
The textile fabric must be:
- Durable;
- resistant to fading;
- correspond to the style direction of the architectural building;
- dense;
- reliably prevent the ingress of precipitation.
Terrace design options
Models of the simplest configuration fit harmoniously into the overall exterior, decorate it with their appearance and perfectly perform practical functions.
The photo shows a terrace with bright outdoor curtains.
How to hang curtains in a gazebo?
Various types of fastenings are used, such as swivel or strap brackets, round or rectangular eyelets. Installation of plastic curtain structures made of PVC:
- Try on the products to the opening, mark the points for the fittings and install them.
- Attach curtains with straps to staples and secure the canvas.
