Country house style is an expression of coziness, naturalness and convenience, reminiscent of a quiet life in the lap of nature. One of the essential elements of a living space is curtains, which create a special atmosphere in it. Let's look at different ideas for decorating windows with curtains in a wooden house, which will help it achieve an ideal look and welcoming comfort.
Curtains are an integral addition to any interior; without them, the windows seem completely empty
Approach to window decoration with curtains
The color of curtains in a wooden house is determined mainly by the shades that are already in the design of the home, and by the decorator’s ideas for the curtains to stand out or blend softly with their surroundings.
Another approach is to take into account the rural flavor. For the casual look of a Russian wooden house, curtains made from lighter fabrics are suitable. It's simple to decorate your windows with curtains with colors that draw attention to the outside, as this helps create a subtle harmony with the outside.
Delicate curtains with flowers in a rustic style emphasize the simplicity and comfort of a wooden house
Types of windows
The choice of windows for a private house primarily depends on its design and the structural features of the building itself. Depending on all this and personal preferences, certain windows are selected, and there is always plenty to choose from.
If you look at the photo of windows for a wooden house, you will notice that there are solutions of different sizes, shapes and designs. A variety of choice is always a positive factor for the buyer, but what to choose?
Typically, in private houses, windows of one of five designs are installed: panoramic, strip, corner, attic or strip.
They all have their own characteristics, disadvantages and advantages, and therefore the choice must be made taking into account all these factors. Next, we will look at each of them in more detail so that you can form a general opinion about them.
Rules for selecting curtains in a private residential building or country cottage
A modern take on the look of a timber home creates a design that is sleek enough to suit today's lifestyles, but still incorporates the comfort, coziness and natural elements taken from traditional village style. You can highlight the main directions for decoration:
- Use of natural fabrics or with a small addition of synthetics.
- The predominance of light shades for a feeling of spaciousness and airiness.
- If the fabrics have a pattern, then simple, uncomplicated plots.
- Widespread introduction of handcrafted details reminiscent of peasant handicrafts.
- Hanging on cornices made of wood or plastic, imitating the pattern of natural material.
Likewise, window frames should be functional, yet be part of a well-thought-out style of fabrics, colors and patterns.
Curtains made from natural fabrics go best with wood
Errors, difficulties and their consequences
When refining an opening on their own, beginners can make a number of serious mistakes that will lead to negative consequences. To prevent this from happening, experts recommend taking into account several important nuances :
- The geometry of the finished opening after finishing is disrupted - before installing the frame, you need to measure the diagonals of the rectangular or square structure in both directions in advance.
- The window is ventilated - the cracks must be sealed in full, with mandatory quality control of the finished result.
- Condensation forms at the end of the inner part of the window - the sealing tape must be vapor-permeable.
- The window sill board is installed with a slope towards the frame - this element must either have a reverse slope or be mounted strictly horizontally.
- When operating a window unit, water enters the room - the first thing to check is the quality of the installation and the sealing of the ebbs, after which you need to disassemble the decorative frame from the inside and check the connection of the sealing tape around the entire perimeter.
The main mistake of any home craftsman is performing work without a technological map. Before you start installing any structure or finishing element, you should draw up a plan in advance so that you don’t have to correct accidental defects later .
Types of curtains, popular options
When choosing curtains for a wooden house, designers usually take into account the interior decor, and for a charmingly fabulous view from the window, they try to hang curtains that frame the opening landscapes.
Beautiful classic curtains
Curtains translated from Dutch mean a light curtain. Translucent fabrics, tulle and organza, add a touch of rustic charm to the rooms. They are not dense, which allows light to penetrate inside, giving the room a warm and cozy look. The transparent material allows the sun to filter through slightly, making the room light and bright while maintaining privacy from the outside world.
White curtains in two layers look gentle in the interior
Discreet gray curtains in the design of a classic living room
Fashionable roller blinds
By choosing roller blinds you can achieve shade from the sun during the day and hide from prying eyes in the evening. They are quite neutral in style and will not distract from other strong design accents in the room. Roller blinds go well with curtains, this set brings out the best in their styles.
Jute roller blinds in a country house
For convenient use, it is better to hang roller blinds on each sash separately.
Lightproof
Curtains in a country wooden house are most often light-colored, but they do not block the light. Therefore, for the bedroom, it may be wiser to choose blackout or lined curtains to effectively block unwanted morning light. Light-proof fabrics will also protect from the sun's rays, keeping the room cool on hot days.
Blackout curtains can provide contrast in a bright bedroom
Dark opaque curtains can complement delicate white curtains
Roman
There are no more ideal curtains for a living room than Roman curtains, as they provide privacy and control the amount of light in the room. The warm tones of the curtains go well with wooden furniture, and the ivory color will be harmonious with the shade of the furniture, creating a cohesive country house look.
Roman curtains in the interior of a small bedroom
A combination of Roman blinds and curtains in a room on the attic floor
Long curtains
If the windows of the house are non-standard and the ceilings are high, long curtains with an overlap to the floor are perfect for the living room or bedroom. Soft, heavy fabrics and graphite accents add depth to the space, where clean lines of wood furniture take center stage. The vertical stripes of the curtain rods will contrast nicely with the horizontal fold lines of the fabric.
Curtains can add some solemnity to the living room interior
Thick curtains in the bedroom do not weigh down the space at all
Stylish short models
To add a touch of Provencal chic, hang short curtains with a blue and white pattern and a bright botanical motif in classic shades of blue and white. Beautiful short curtains with a pattern will be ideal for the fresh country air entering the house through the open windows. And 100% cotton textiles will subtly darken rooms, making it the right choice for bedrooms, as well as living, dining and kitchen windows.
Short curtains on a small attic window
Interesting design of curtains in the nursery
French
While curtain ideas for a rustic country timber home can often be simple, you can take risks and add details that make an impact. One way to do this is to decorate the top edge of the windows with lush awnings. The middle of the window will be covered with pleated roller blinds that rise up to admire the landscape during the day. Meanwhile, when they are closed, the outside of the wooden house is decorated with bright spots.
Simple style of French curtains in the dining room of a wooden house
French curtain made of transparent curtains on the kitchen window
Blinds in a wooden house
Blinds are also used in country houses. They are often supplemented with curtains, and not only for practical reasons. Together they beautifully frame the windows and emphasize the chosen style of the room. As beautiful as blinds are on their own, windows can sometimes look bare without additional trim. By arranging layers of fabric and blind material in this way, the result is a neat solution that is not devoid of elegance.
Blinds in the office, like roller blinds, can be hung on each sash separately
The right colors allow you to use blinds without additional fabric curtains
Blinds in tandem with curtains in the living room-studio
Rustic style with lambrequin
A lambrequin attached to the top of the window will complete the thoughtful image of the room. Lambrequin is used as a decorative touch or to create the illusion of a high ceiling. This curtain element can be sewn from fabric, or made from plywood or MDF, painted or covered with fabric.
Lambrequin adds elegance to a simple rustic style
Curtains with a simple rustic pelmet in the living room
Main types of curtains
Choosing curtains for a cozy corner away from the bustle of the city requires special care. As a rule, there are more windows in such houses and some of them may have a non-standard shape, unusual placement of vents or small sizes. Progressive technologies make it possible to realize the most non-standard design ideas. You should consider not only new items for 2022, but also classic options.
Fabric blinds
Roman blinds are at the peak of popularity among all options. Curtains do not require additional installation work in the form of installing a cornice or other bulky structures. The roller on which the Roman curtain fabric is wound is attached directly to the frame. The automatic control system resembles the “smart home” function. The denser the fabric, the better the quality of the fabric will realize its abilities. In addition, well-chosen Roman blinds will allow you to visually expand the space not only in the photo, but also in reality.
Roman blinds do an excellent job of regulating the light in a room.
They are easy to use and durable. It is very easy to care for them with a vacuum cleaner or a dry brush. Roman blinds will complement a room with wood trim.
Rolled
In search of simplicity, conciseness and convenience, it is worth choosing this option. Roller blinds for wooden windows come in a variety of colors and textures. If desired, you can apply your own individual design and emphasize the uniqueness of a stylish living room or bedroom.
Roller curtains made of bamboo will balance the overall picture.
At first glance they are very similar to Roman ones. Their main difference is in the design and method of closure. Roman blinds fold into a kind of fan and resemble blinds, and roller curtains are rolled up into a roller. Both types will advantageously highlight wooden details and walls. In addition, they easily repeat the shape of non-standard openings.
Classic curtains
A variety of shades allows you to implement original design solutions. Bright classic curtains will add a sense of celebration to the room and lift your spirits, while pastel colors will bring calm and tranquility. In tandem with beautiful garters, they will look presentable and relaxed. Modern classics look expensive and do not need additional accessories. Such curtains can be used together with light fabrics. They create an excellent curtain composition. Weightless curtains allow you to realize original design ideas. They are easy to drape, and in combination with original clips they look very elegant. Curtains should be hung on massive rings or hooks. You need to be very careful with lambrequins. Do not forget that the hall in our usual apartment differs from the wooden design.
Tips for choosing curtains for different rooms
A living space designed in accordance with the style of a wooden house can create the beauty of a rustic flavor. This design demonstrates a close connection with folk traditions and looks quite elegant.
Hallway
When it comes to hallway curtains, classic sheer white or cream curtains are a great choice. The transparent material allows the sun to penetrate, making the room light and bright. If you choose patterned fabrics, they will protect the room from prying eyes, maintaining privacy from the outside world.
Curtains in the hallway in the interior opening
Gray linen curtains blend harmoniously with wood
Living room
For curtains in the living room, it would be advisable to have a lining that improves the quality of drapery and also protects the rooms from sunlight. The lining helps retain heat - creating thermal insulation, which will be useful if there are large glass spaces. The elegant combination of two fabrics gives a strictly country-style look.
Transparent white curtain and thick drapes in the design of a living room with a panoramic window
In the Norwegian style, curtains made from natural fabrics are welcome
Kitchen
For the kitchen, it is sometimes worth choosing Provence style blinds. Moreover, if the window needs to be opened regularly, for convenience, the panels are placed separately on each sash. If we talk about woven curtains, then linen, chintz or cotton are best suited for the kitchen.
Chintz curtains in the kitchen interior
Roman blinds in the kitchen are not only stylish, but also convenient
Curtains for the bedroom
Roman blinds are ideal for bedrooms as they provide privacy and the amount of light can be adjusted. Curtains with tiebacks will make the room cozier and evoke a calm and relaxed mood. To make the bedroom look harmonious, bedspreads and pillows should be made of the same material as the curtains.
Multi-level curtains in the attic bedroom
Light curtains in the interior of an Alpine chalet
Room styles
As already written above, each style of room requires an individual selection of fabric products. For example, for Provence, which successfully combines rustic simplicity and classic chic, country curtains are not suitable. For such an interior, choose a fabric of a light palette, made from natural material. You can also choose curtains made in a floral or checkered pattern.
In this article we will look at which curtains to choose for Chalets, Ethnic and Country.
Choice for different types of windows
Ideas for curtains in a country wooden house made of logs can be used to decorate different window configurations, emphasizing their individual proportions with processing.
Bay window
The designed raised window space is very inspiring and showcases the more creative side of curtains. The interior decoration can match their artistic style. In a room with a bay window, it is appropriate to have many color nuances that organically complement each other.
Curtains and drapes with lambrequins in a spacious bay window in a house with a second light
Without unnecessary details and in calm colors
Arched
If the room has an arched window, attaching the cornice closer to the ceiling than the window will make the space appear taller. And in a wooden house with vaulted windows, the eye is always directed upward to appreciate the majesty of the room.
Arched window in a bedroom with a wooden ceiling and walls covered with wallpaper
Large arched windows in the bay window of a wooden house
Window on the stairs
In a log house, shortened curtains are often used. The optimal length is just below the window sill. These curtains are ideal for windows on the stairs between floors. A simple plaid or floral print will make them adorable.
Decorating high windows with transparent curtains on a round staircase
The simple style of the house is complemented by modest roller blinds on the small staircase window
Two small windows
In modern interiors, characterized by experimentation, there are interesting interpretations of rural style. For example, roller blinds or Roman blinds are suitable for small windows in a wooden house, located two at a time. A good solution would be to choose models with a checkered pattern.
Roman blinds on small windows in a children's room
Light windows with Roman blinds in the interior of a Finnish house
Classic style
Classics, as we know, never go out of fashion. The classic option means two canvases that can be moved apart and closed, as well as from one solid fabric - tulle or organza. This option is perfect for any room and will beautifully decorate a standard-shaped window.
What material to choose from
It is recommended to choose fabrics for curtains in wooden houses from natural fibers. Often this is simple chintz or linen, but for the living room it is quite possible to take silk or mixed fibers.
A simple but stylish interior is complemented by curtains made from natural fabrics
A formal office can be complemented by velor or satin curtains in dark colors.
What to do before buying fabric
In order to be well prepared for the purchase, you should look through several options for design samples of rooms where lining is present. Photos with a variety of views will help. In addition, the window is studied. The opening of the valves is checked, the height and width of the block is measured, and the height from the ceiling to the finished floor is determined.
If you have to live at your dacha in summer and winter, you can take two types of curtains. Light and dense.
A few additional guidelines to help you make the right choice:
- Orientation to the cardinal points. The south side of the window should be covered with thick curtains. Choose cool tones from paints. On the north side, light curtains in light warm shades will look good.
- Purpose of curtains. Products are often used not only for windows. They decorate doorways. In the rooms of a country house, wide openings for double-leaf doors can be arranged. It is necessary to measure the dimensions of the opening.
Color scheme for a country house
Blues and greens can create a relaxing atmosphere, while deep plum or crimson colors create an intimate space. Lush tones of ocher or orange can create a feeling of warmth. A plant pattern will give a beautiful and delicate look to a window that comfortably lets light through the curtains in a country house in a wooden house.
Transparent two-color curtains in the kitchen of a country house
And thick curtains in dark green in the living room
Curtains or drapes should be as simple and multifunctional as possible
It should be noted that a country house is not an apartment in the city center, and it is absolutely not necessary to hang curtains on the windows for a country house with various decorative elements. It is better to follow the golden rule “the simpler the better.”
It should be noted that your curtains should provide good protection from mosquitoes and other insects, from strong winds and direct sunlight.
If you are choosing curtains for a terrace in your country house, then choose options that do not allow moisture to pass through during heavy rain.
Which curtains are best for small windows in a country house?
If you're decorating a small window, you can use a longer curtain to enhance the look of the space, even though there will be significantly more fabric than glass. Also, vertical stripes on the fabric visually enlarge the window opening.
Small window with floral short curtains in the bedroom
Small figured window with elongated tulle curtains
For examples of designing curtains in the interior of a wooden house, see the video:
Features of a wooden interior
Wood in the interior is distinguished by its sophistication, uniqueness and richness of appearance. No synthetic material can convey the natural shades of nature. Our ancestors built log houses hundreds of years ago. Owners of country houses give their preference to logs in interior design. This natural material fills the room with harmony, the walls smell of forest and the whole design seems like one living organism.
Wood has many shades, so it does not require additional painting.
In addition, it looks great in tandem with other building materials. One of the main features is that parts made of wood and logs are easy to restore. The interior will never lose its presentable appearance. To create such a cozy design, it is not necessary to use exclusively this raw material at all stages of construction. It is quite possible to get by with finishing the floor, walls or ceiling. Various decorative elements made from logs are in great demand, especially window frames. A bedroom with this design will be filled with comfort and warmth.
Types of fastenings for curtains in a wooden house
Curtains in log houses are hung in the same way as in ordinary ones, most often with braid, which is a simple wide ribbon gathered and matching frills. If it is a straight model, then it is attached to the curtain rod using curtain hooks.
Curtains can be assembled on a special tape with loops
Thick curtains can be attached using rings
Types of curtain rods and methods of securing curtains
For a wooden house, string, tubular and baguette cornices made of wood are best suited, as well as metal ones with imitation steel, copper, bronze and forged tips. An aluminum or plastic cornice is suitable for a bay window. According to the mounting option, both ceiling and wall cornices are suitable.
The curtains themselves can be attached to eyelets, rings, ties, loops and braid.
- Curtains with eyelets are large or small rings sewn into the upper part, which are strung on a cornice. The even arrangement of the rings creates spectacular folds on the curtain.
The photo shows an option with eyelets that easily move along the eaves in a wooden house. Roman blinds go harmoniously with them.
- Curtains with rings are attached with the seam inward using plastic loops on the rings that hang on the curtain rod. They create waves on the fabric and are easily removed from the curtain rod.
The photo shows an example of the most common fastening of straight curtains to the cornice - on rings.
- Tie curtains are attached to the curtain rod using ribbons tied in a bow or knot. The thicker the curtain, the thicker the tape should be.
- Curtains with loops are attached to a tubular cornice using sewn-in fabric loops. Suitable for classic and modern interiors in a wooden house.
- Drawstring curtains are distinguished by their silent opening due to the pocket through which the fabric is hung on the curtain rod. This fastening is suitable for cafe curtains, niche curtains and wooden attic windows.
The photo shows an example of the design of a trapezoidal window with a drawstring, where the cornice follows the shape of the opening.
- Curtains with braid look dynamic due to frequent folds due to sewn laces that are pulled together. This option looks good with overhangs and a lambrequin.
Choosing a cornice
The cornice is the finishing touch that should not be overlooked. Ready-made curtain rods are available in specialized stores, from home supermarkets to shopping centers. Curtain rods in a wooden house can be of a variety of styles, the main thing is that they match the type of curtains. In wood furnishings, simplicity is the key to a clean and harmonious interior.
Curved cornice for rustic style
Original wrought iron cornice with transparent curtain
About what kind of cornices there are in the video:
Proper window design can have a big impact on the completeness of the design of rooms in a country house. Window treatment with curtains creates a focal point in a room, adds subtle shade to furniture accents, or enhances the natural light in a room.
Curtains for the doorway
Such curtains complement the design and isolate the rooms.
Bamboo
Bamboo products are woven in a single fabric; they have many advantages: they retain heat or freshness, are hypoallergenic, and protect from ultraviolet rays. Bamboo curtains fit well with oriental styles.
Bamboo curtains in the doors.
Beads on strings
These curtains are original and easy to care for. These products resemble country style.
Air beads in the doorway.
A few more ideas with curtains in a wooden house
Curtains with tiebacks from a variety of fabrics
The parameters of the curtain fabric should be twice the width of the window opening. Thick curtains and thin transparent tulle are often chosen as an addition. You can make a combined version of two types of curtains with different shades. This way you can decorate a living room, hall, bedroom.
It is important that the palette is attractive. The light tone of the lining in the room at the dacha will allow you to choose a harmonious contrasting combination. The separation of colors allows the use of similar tones: blue with light blue, brown with beige.
Lighter colors are arranged in the second row. Curtains of darker shades are hung in front. Clamps are installed on the sides of the opening. The hanging panels of the first row are grabbed with grips and pulled apart. The window resembles the entrance to the Sultan's tent.
Ribbons and thin strong chains are chosen as tiebacks. Any elements that can pick up a heavy canvas and hold it firmly on the clamps.
It’s not difficult to sew curtains for a country house with your own hands from scraps
You can buy ready-made curtains for your dacha, but it’s more interesting to sew them yourself. The material can be shreds. The sewing process consists of several stages:
- First, measure the window. Find out what its width and height are.
- Details are cut out of cardboard. There are no seam allowances in patterns. All parts are numbered.
- Apply each pattern to the wrong side of the material and outline it with chalk. You can use a marker. The main thing is that the outline disappears when cleaning. The contours of the elements applied to the fabric are cut out, taking into account an allowance on the sides of 5 mm.
- It is important to use larger flaps more often. Too many small pieces will make the curtains look untidy and unattractive.
- Small flaps should be in the shape of geometric shapes. The shape of triangles with isosceles sides and squares is often chosen. To make curtains look creative, choose dark and light pieces of fabric.
- The parts are sewn from the inside out. Then the “face” of the canvas becomes even and smooth. The fastest way to stitch the flaps is by machine. If you sew the parts manually, it will take more time.
- Curtains can be decorated with ribbons if desired. You can choose the braid.
In order not to make a mistake with the location of the flaps, you should prepare a drawing in advance showing the finished canvas. It is necessary to draw the location of each flap and put a number on it.
Homemade curtains in the country are not just homemade creativity. This is the desire to take care of the house, to occupy oneself with interesting things. There is an opportunity to work out a lot of ideas for selecting a pattern for lining or another type of wall decoration.
