What are blackout curtains
Blackout curtains are based on traditional curtains and are replaced with opaque or thickened fabrics, so as to achieve basic control of light and achieve a blackout effect . It can meet the basic requirements of some places.
In most places, the requirements for shading curtains have not only increased, but the new shading and windproof rolling shutter products are simple and clean, natural and environmentally friendly, energy-saving and beautiful, convenient and practical, wind-resistant and shock-proof, and can be fully shaded without borders. The patented zipper-type rail groove technology ensures no deviation, and can be used to make curved curtains, which are perfectly insect-proof and easy to clean.
Which material is better for blackout curtains
1. Coated blackout cloth
When using blackout curtains, we Generally, two layers are used for design, which not only meets the requirements of aesthetics, but also meets the requirements of its practicality. Coated shading material is a kind of curtain shading material that we generally use. It coats some shading pigments on the fabric to make the curtain fabric more compact and will not let sunlight or ultraviolet rays penetrate. .
2. Linen shading cloth
Some curtains are relatively heavy, and such curtains themselves have a certain shading effect. Linen-type shading cloth is similar to this material. It has a good drape and can be directly made into curtains. Moreover, its overall texture is thick and heavy, which can block outdoor light and allow people to get better rest.
3. Printed fabric material
When choosing blackout curtains, we can also see blackout curtains made of printed fabrics. This kind of material is directly dyed with colored printing on the fabric by transfer printing or paint and other printing methods to make printed curtains with shading effect. Moreover, it has many printing styles, and you can choose a variety of printing patterns.
4. Flame retardant shading cloth
Flame retardant shading cloth is also a kind of shading curtain. Its material is somewhat similar to the insulator material, and the whole material is silver. We use this kind of curtain outside the curtain, which can block the light outside well. Moreover, the curtain of this material also has a certain flame retardant effect, and it is safer to use.
5. Jacquard blackout cloth
With the continuous improvement of modern technology, jacquard blackout curtain is one of the products. Through professional design, it can weave various patterns and patterns, and these patterns are all on this curtain. This can also achieve the effect of shading to a certain extent, and it can also make different styles of blackout curtains.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of shading curtains
Advantages:
1. Good shading effect. The main advantage of blackout curtains is that they have good shading effect. There are many materials of blackout curtains. Now the blackout curtains on the market can block 80 percent of ultraviolet radiation, so blackout curtains are widely used in the family.
2. Thermal insulation. Blackout curtains can block the heat radiation of the outside sun, so its heat insulation effect is very good, and it is often used in decoration, especially in summer, it can isolate the hot sun from the outside, and it will not feel hot indoors.
3. Decorative. Blackout curtains also have a strong decorative effect. Like curtains of other materials, they have rich patterns and can decorate the home well. And blackout curtains are widely used and can be seen in homes, hotels, offices and other occasions.
Disadvantages:
Blackout curtains have advantages and disadvantages, because the additional coating on the surface of chemical blackout curtains in blackout curtains uses glue, so there are some irritating smells in the curtains, There may also be a phenomenon of toluene exceeding the standard, thus affecting people’s lives.
How to choose blackout curtains
1. Selection of the size of blackout curtains
The size of blackout curtains should be determined according to the size of the window. It is necessary to cover the windows to achieve the shading effect. Usually, floor-to-ceiling curtains can be selected for floor-to-ceiling windows and long-frame windows. Floor-to-ceiling curtains can be used for windows with windowsills higher than the floor, or curtains with the sills.
2. Selection of blackout curtain fabrics
There are many fabrics for curtains, such as cotton, yarn, satin, man-made fibers, etc., and the more suitable fabrics for blackout curtains are: Flocking curtains and satin curtains, the texture of this curtain is thick, luxurious, and has good shading and sound insulation.
3. The choice of the color of blackout curtains
Generally, it is best to choose warm-colored curtains in the living room to set off a warm and warm atmosphere; in the bedroom, you can choose warm and softer ones The color can give people a more romantic feeling; in the study, you can choose fresh green curtains to create a natural, quiet and secluded atmosphere.