Curtains are a fundamental element of any home, as they fulfill various specific functions: from regulating the level of light in a room to providing thermal insulation. For this reason, curtains are commonly found on almost all windows, as well as on doors leading to terraces, patios or balconies.
However, trends continue to change and adjust to fashion, new household items are emerging that are just as practical, or even more practical than traditional ones, are affordable and look very original in your home.
1. Disadvantages of traditional curtains
Some traditional fabric curtains are heavy, difficult to wash, or made from delicate materials that also tend to accumulate dust, mites, and dirt. So if you’re thinking of changing your decor, you can opt for other, more modern and practical alternatives that will give your bedrooms and living room a different look.
2. Dry-erase fabric or curtains
The first option you can consider if you want to continue with the traditional but updated model is thin, much lighter fabric curtains known as tendinas or drapes. They are made of a translucent fabric that also hides outside views from curious people, but they are not completely opaque, they are translucent and semi-transparent, allowing you to see what is going on outside. They come in different designs: solid-colored, with different prints, and made of different materials.
3. blinds
The second option to abandon the classic and heavy curtains is blinds. Although the installation of these roller blinds, characterized by overlapping slats, may seem ugly, in fact they have been modernized to such an extent that it is now possible to find models in aluminum, wood or PVC with a very aesthetic and elegant design, while maintaining their practicality and convenience. There are also models specially designed with vertical slats for use on glass doors on balconies, terraces or gardens.
If there is an alternative that will not leave anyone indifferent, it is bamboo blinds. They give the interior a unique look, easy to use, provide privacy and at the same time perfectly regulate the light in the room, creating a comfortable atmosphere. In addition, they can be found in different shades that will suit all types of rooms in the house.
5. Japanese panels
Finally, a fashion trend this year has been the use of Japanese panels. Although this option is not widely used in Canada, it is an ideal option for privacy, provides ample lighting for any occasion and is suitable for any type of décor thanks to its minimalist design and light colors. This option is a row of canvases that are placed like curtains but in a much more elegant way, especially for large windows, wide and in rooms with high ceilings.
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