Fabric curtains for the bathroom: types and selection

When designing a bathroom, it is important to pay attention to many points. An important role in this is played by the choice of curtains, thanks to which you can protect the floor and objects from getting wet. A properly chosen curtain can not only reduce moisture ingress on the floor, but also serve as a decorative element.

For bathrooms, curtains are used from different materials, and the most popular are fabric ones. Their assortment is large enough. The choice of fabric products is not accidental, because they have many advantages:

• their use will prevent the ingress of splashes and steam on the surface and furniture while taking a shower and will protect against mold;
• a large selection of products with various shapes, sizes and other characteristics - you can choose not only curtains of different patterns or colors, but also different in texture;
• due to the low price, you can change them as they wear out, as well as depending on the season or the mood of the owners of the premises;
• fabric products for sanitary facilities do not stick to the body during bathing, they are quite pleasant to the touch;
• no harmful components are used in the production, therefore the products are environmentally friendly.

As for the shortcomings, they should include the need for regular drying of products. Without airing the room, moisture on the surface of the fabric will stagnate and mold will begin to appear. In addition, dirt quickly develops on light and white items.

When purchasing the option you like, you should find out if there is a weighting in this model at the bottom to maintain its shape and give the desired position. It is also important to make sure of the quality of the products, because not all products are characterized by high performance characteristics.

In addition to the general parameters and properties, there are other individual differences in fabric curtains. On sale you can find single products or double curtains, consisting of two types of coverings: external and internal. The outer layer of the product is made of fabric, while the inner layer has a waterproof texture.

When choosing curtains for the bathroom, it is worth considering their standard sizes. So, more often you can find products with hydrophobic impregnation in widths from 1.8 to 2.4 meters. Their height is 1.8 and 2 meters. Often, standard sizes may not correspond to the desired parameters, so they can be replaced with roller blinds.

Blinds for sanitary facilities can be:

• short, touching the edge of the bath;
• medium in length - their size will reach the middle of the bathroom;
• long - to the floor.

A water-repellent curtain, purchased in the wrong size, can be a hassle. With a large length, the curtain will be inconvenient, while a short one will not fully fulfill its function.

Bathroom curtains can be made from a variety of materials. Such products are hard and soft. For rigid products, they are more often used glass or plastic... They can fold, move apart, or even be static. Soft curtains are made from textiles, vinyl products are also available.

Textile curtains belong to the soft type of products, for the manufacture of which they use fabric or plastic wrap.

• The most popular option is sewing impregnated cotton curtains... For sewing, ordinary 100% cotton is used, which is then impregnated with special means. Thanks to this impregnation, the material becomes denser, it does not allow moisture and steam to pass through. It is a natural and environmentally friendly material. That is why many buyers prefer it.

• Polyester. It is not natural, but synthetic, environmentally friendly material. In the process of manufacturing products, only the latest technologies are used to obtain the best quality material. It should be especially noted that such products do not have an unpleasant chemical odor. Their advantage is their water-repellent properties.

• Polyester-cotton blend. To obtain products of different types and characteristics, components are mixed in different proportions. Mixing cotton with synthetic fiber makes the material water-repellent.

Great popularity, especially recently, began to enjoy curtains with pockets for various little things... Such curtains are convenient, especially for small-sized rooms, where there is no possibility to put additional shelves or boxes for toiletry and other accessories.

The selection of bathroom textiles is varied. On sale there are plain curtains or products with different patterns. Many people prefer the latter option, as this allows you to add brightness and originality to the interior. Such textiles look very beautiful, they serve for a long time and fade little over time.

Their color is chosen in accordance with the preferences of the owner of the room. Often, curtains are matched to the color of the bathtub and other plumbing fixtures, as well as to the decoration of walls and other surfaces. The choice of this option can be considered successful if the product does not merge with the general background. Otherwise, it will become inconspicuous, and the interior - unexpressed and boring. In this case, it is better to choose products that contrast with the general background.

They will accentuate the basic color scheme in the bathroom and create a contrast.

• Plain curtains are perfect for sanitary facilities made in the style of provence. To add variety to the room, you can use various decorative elements, such as flowers.
• For sanitary facilities made high-tech style, models with a metallic sheen or an abstract pattern are more suitable.
• For a room made in classic style, curtains with the right ornament will do.

You can decorate the bathroom and make it bright and unusual by hanging the curtains on which photo printing is applied. They will fit any style of room and any mount. They are used both for classic and corner bathtubs, as well as for a shower stall or a shower tray.

In the production of such curtains, a pattern is applied to the water-repellent fabric using the method of photo printing. In the production process, environmentally friendly materials are used. Such products will serve for a long time without discoloration. With a wide variety of options, it is important to choose the one that best suits the style of the room.

The choice of the cornice depends on the shape and location of the bath. The most common option is a straight cornice with fixings. It can be metal or plastic. Although plastic curtain rods are cheaper, they are inferior in quality to metal ones. Corner cornice is chosen for baths installed in the corner. In more complex versions, the design is made in the form of the letter "P".

You can fix the curtains in different ways. Often, buyers choose the option of fastening with magnetic locks. A similar structure consists of panels that are fixed with magnets. It is very convenient to use models with magnets. The connection of the panels reliably protects the floor and furniture from water and steam ingress.

To make the right choice and purchase a quality product, you need to know what to look for when buying them.

• First, find out if the curtain has a water-repellent coating and whether there is a water-repellent base.
• The smell of the product can be judged on its quality and properties. You should not choose products that have an unpleasant foreign smell, otherwise it will only intensify when it gets into a humid room and a warm environment.
• Make sure that there are magnets or a chain at the bottom of the curtain, allowing it to hold the desired shape and avoid deformation.
• There should be a high-quality double seam at the top. You should also make sure that the mounting holes are machined.
• The bottom edge of the curtains must be finished. It is better that the processing is done with a double hem.

For a small room, it is better to choose a plain curtain or a product with a small pattern. In a large and spacious bath, an option with a larger ornament or print is suitable.

In the event that the bathroom is a separate room, you can give preference to transparent curtains. Otherwise, it is better to dwell on colored items with a large pattern. For a corner bath, you can choose the option of a curtain consisting of 2 inward-sliding parts.

When purchasing a bath curtain, it is important to know its dimensions and how it will be attached. It is better that the width of the curtain is wider than the width of the bar. It is desirable that the curtain descends into the bathroom by 10 centimeters or more. For some, floor-length models are preferable.

If desired, the length of the product can be cut a little. The material from which the curtains are made allows you not to hem the cut edge, which greatly simplifies the whole process. After cutting the curtain, it is hung on the eaves bar. The fastening rings should be threaded into the holes located on top, strung on the bar and fixed to the wall.

How to install a curtain rod in the bathroom, see the video.

It is necessary not only to choose the right curtains, but also to be able to properly care for them.

• After taking a shower or bath, rinse soap streaks from the curtain and wait for water drops to drain from the surface. Then the curtain is pushed apart and straightened until it dries completely.
• To prevent mold from appearing in the bathroom, it is necessary to make good ventilation in this room. This will prevent the growth of fungus on any surface, including curtains.
• When leaving the bath, it is worth leaving the door ajar to prevent the appearance of mold.
• Bathroom curtains should be washed regularly, but frequent washing can break the water repellent layer.
• The product can be washed by hand or in a washing machine. It is not necessary to dry the curtains. It is enough to hang them on the cornice and spread them out.
• After washing, the product must not be left to dry on a radiator or next to other heating devices.

• For a small-sized bath, a design with a round cornice is suitable.

• In rooms decorated in a modern style, plain curtains will look good.

• Curtains, matched to the color of furniture or tiles, will unite the interior.

• Contrasting models will add brightness and dilute the calm atmosphere.

• The pattern of curtains can be very different. Products on the marine theme look very organic.

• Flowers or other ornament will decorate the room and make it stylish.

• 3D photo curtains for the bathroom.