Features of choice
How to choose the right brown curtains to highlight the advantages of the layout and bring the right atmosphere to the room? The following should be taken into account.
- Dark curtains visually reduce the space; have a depressing effect on a person. It is better to refrain from this shade for a bedroom or narrow corridor.
- Light colors visually add space, airiness and softness, especially if made from light fabrics.
- Calm brown curtains become the background for the rest of the interior, while bright brown curtains become an accent.
- For windows facing the sunny south, preference should be given to curtains made of thick fabric in a dark or cool shade of brown; on the northern, darkened side - made of airy fabric in light warm colors.
Advantages of shades of chocolate in the interior
Chocolate is one of the shades of brown. For a very long period, the attitude towards this color remained completely ambiguous.
For Greece in Ancient times, a brown tone meant fertile land; it belonged to Hera.
Ancient Rome attributed this color to slaves; the rich class was forbidden to wear it in their clothes.
For Egypt, brown marked the birth of new life.
Christians perceive it as the color of the unclean Satan, signifying carnal, dirty fun.
For the Muslim faith, it portends decline and destruction.
For Europeans during the Middle Ages, any clothing of this color meant severe torment.
In Russia, highly respected and very rich people preferred to wear brown things.
Nowadays, it is believed that people suffering from depression prefer to wear chocolate-colored items. Although correctly selected items of this tone look very stylish.
The chocolate shade can be presented as homely and radiating warmth, or plain cold. In addition, it has a great variety of different tones:
- milk or ice cream chocolate;
- light brown;
- the color of dark tart chocolate and many others.
Types of curtains
A combination of different types of curtains, fabrics and decor will help give the room a complete look.
Thread
Thread curtains with beads, rhinestones, ribbons, and sequins will become a designer window decoration. An original way to use them is to design a doorway, functional or decorative delimitation of the space of a room (separating a work area in the living room or a bed in the bedroom).
Roman
Roman blinds - convenience and beauty in one thing. The advantages are a compact folding mechanism, a large selection of fabrics and pattern designs, and no restrictions on placement. They are appropriate in the kitchen, bedroom, and living room. Pairs perfectly with other curtains.
Rolled
Practical, stylish, modern - that's all about roller blinds. A piece of material with a special dust-repellent impregnation is wound onto a roller using a rotating mechanism; as a result, the curtains take up little space and do not require special care.
Tulle
Thanks to its lightness and transparency, tulle transmits and diffuses sunlight and creates an airy atmosphere. Goes well with other types of curtains.
In the photo, light caramel curtains blend with the color of the walls, floor and sofa, and are in harmony with the wallpaper pattern on the wall.
Blinds
Blinds are common at home due to their practicality. Attached directly to the window frame, they take up little space, freeing up the window sill. Rotating slats regulate the luminous flux density. A variety of colors and materials (aluminum, wood, fabric) allow you to choose an option for rooms with any style.
Horizontal blinds visually expand narrow rooms and window openings; fit more harmoniously into classic, strict interiors. Vertical ones add height to low ceilings; look better in interiors in the style of hi-tech and minimalism.
Photo curtains
Curtains with a photograph or graphic image on the fabric will become an accent component of the interior, making it original and attractive.
Double curtains
The design, consisting of two canvases located one on top of the other, increases the functionality and practicality of the curtains.
Japanese
Simple, laconic panel curtains move horizontally, like oriental screens.
Curtain sizes
The area of the curtains, determined by the length of the canvas and its location, in relation to the area of the window frame, contributes to the final perception of the interior.
Short
Cover half of the window frame: the top (Roman, roller, Japanese, Austrian, French), the bottom (cafe, stagecoach), or the distance from the ceiling to the window sill. They are characterized by economical material consumption, ease of maintenance and practicality.
Long
Floor length is a common window design option. Brown curtains lying on the floor are the standard of luxury and prosperity; for elegant bedrooms and living rooms. Made from soft, well-draped fabrics.
Types of curtains
Our grandmothers, who did not even know such a word as a designer, said that the room would receive a finished look only after curtains or curtains were hung on the windows.
Today, customers are offered numerous options for window decorations:
- thread;
- Roman;
- roll;
- Japanese;
- Photo curtains;
- double;
- tulle;
- blinds.
Brown curtains in the interior give the room an elegant and complete look.
A large selection of models, different types of fabrics and the possibility of combining them allow us to satisfy the most demanding tastes of the buyer.
Curtain material
The composition of the fibers affects not only the level of illumination in the room, but also the health of the residents. Natural fabrics allow air to pass through better and accumulate less dust and dirt.
Fabrics for curtains
Depending on the number of weaves of threads, curtain fabrics can be one-, two-, or three-layer, which determines their density, which means strength, light transmission and ease of care. Pairs perfectly with other types of curtains.
Blackout
Blackout, which appeared recently, quickly took a strong first place in practicality and beauty among curtains. Their main feature is the ability to completely block light, which is important in regions with long daylight hours and hot climates.
It consists of two layers: decorative, facing the room, and internal, polyester, capable of absorbing sunlight. At the same time, the fabric is pleasant to the touch, resistant to wear and contamination.
The photo shows a minimalist bedroom in white and brown tones. The curtains are matched to the color of the upholstery of the soft headboard and bedspread.
Linen
Natural fabrics of plant origin will never go out of fashion. They perfectly complement modern, country, Scandinavian interiors, and eco-style interiors.
Velvet
Rich, heavy brown velvet curtains with lots of pleats laid on the floor bring luxury, softness and elegance to the interior.
Satin
Thanks to the special weaving of threads, satin fabrics have a noble shine that shimmers depending on the viewing angle. Perfectly complements classic and modern interiors.
Jacquard
It is distinguished by a special texture due to the separate weaving of threads of different thicknesses, a complex pattern with an abundance of small details. Brown jacquard curtains - for aristocratic, expensive interiors.
Gozhka
Eco-friendly, rough and natural, burlap-like matting fills the room with homeliness and simplicity.
Taffeta
This is a dense glossy fabric made from natural or synthetic twisted threads with a refined shine. Shanzhan taffeta of two shades forms luxurious shimmers. The downside is easy creasing with the formation of unsmoothed creases and folds.
Fabrics for tulle
The main task of tulle is to transmit and diffuse sunlight, despite the large number of folds, which is why they are presented in light, transparent fabrics. It is worth paying attention to them when decorating a small window or bay window, so as not to limit the entry of an already small amount of light.
Veil
A delicate airy veil does not block the sun's rays and fills the room with light and lightness. Thanks to its softness and pliability, it drapes easily, falling into beautiful folds.
Organza
Organza has a huge selection of textures: matte and shiny, plain and patterned, smooth and crinkled, printed, perforated, with sequins, interspersed with aluminum threads, etc.
Kiseya
Brown thread curtains go well with all other types of curtains. Suitable for modern interiors.
Types of fastening to the cornice
Attaching curtains to the cornice provides additional decoration options.
Eyelets
Metal or plastic rings inserted into the fabric at equal distances from each other along the upper edge of the fabric form even folds on the fabric and, when spread apart, give a beautiful volume.
Velcro
Textile Velcro fastener, widely used on clothing and shoes, is attached directly to the plastic window structure. Convenience in the absence of loops and hooks: it takes little time to hang or remove curtains. Suitable for light, airy fabrics.
Loops
Even strips of fabric of a fixed length are sewn to the edge of the curtain, which allows it to silently move around the curtain. Loops look good on curtains made from natural fabrics in rustic interiors.
Kuliski
A drawstring is formed when the edge of the fabric is hemmed in the form of a tunnel, and the load-bearing part of the curtain is threaded into it. Suitable for short curtains in the design of small window openings.
Braid
A wide ribbon with many loops for small hooks is sewn along the edge of the fabric. It has a special cord, by tightening which you can adjust the number of folds. The disadvantage is the high consumption of fabric.
Rings
With this method, hooks are attached along the edge of the fabric, and then they are put on the curtain using rings. The structure moves easily, but can create noise. The classic version is suitable for all types of interiors.
Shades of brown
When choosing brown curtains for a room, you need to remember what mood and atmosphere it will bring to the room.
Chocolate
Bright rich brown color is effective in the design of strict, stylish interiors for confident and strong individuals.
Coffee
The use of “café au lait” or mocha color is a favorable stylistic device. This “delicious” color is associated with warmth and comfort. Suitable for all interior styles.
Wenge
It gets its name from the African tree, whose wood is dark brown with almost black rings. A popular color for curtains in modern, simple, laconic interiors.
Dark brown
Dark brown curtains will become the center of attention in the interior. It is better to combine with light floors and ceilings in neutral shades.
Light brown
A wide range of shades from milky to rich fit into all styles and rooms for any purpose. Like all light shades, it expands space, gives tenderness, softness and tranquility.
cocoa color
This “dusty”, warm light shade of brown will bring homeliness, special softness and comfort to the interior. An excellent option for curtains for a bedroom or children's room.
Brown curtains - practicality and comfort
Brown curtains are often chosen not only for calmness and tranquility in the interior, but also for their practicality, because the color is not easily soiled. However, the light spectrum - coffee with milk, cocoa, rich beige - can still fall into the category of those that get dirty easily. But a lot depends on the characteristics of the fabric. Modern fabrics can be treated to protect them from dirt, dust, and odors, since it is quite difficult to wash curtains often.
With chocolate-colored curtains for the living room, you can achieve absolute protection from light from the street, be it the sun or a lantern. Even translucent fabrics will significantly soften natural light, although they will transmit a certain amount of rays.
The choice is made easier by modern blackout fabric, which does not allow light to pass through at all, while remaining decorative from the living room side. Such curtains in the interior look normal in any format.
Beautiful chocolate color creates a special atmosphere that is conducive to rest, relaxation, and communication. This is a truly calm, pleasant shade that evokes only positive emotions.
Examples in the interior of rooms
Any room in the house takes on a complete, harmonious look with properly selected curtains.
In the living room or hall
In the living room, curtains of both dark and light shades of brown will look harmonious, depending on the desired accents.
To the kitchen
Short brown curtains with a simple and convenient lifting mechanism (Roman, roller, etc.) made of linen, cotton, matting will make cleaning in the kitchen easier, as they trap less dust and grease.
To the bedroom
Long light brown thick floor-length curtains will protect from excess sunlight in the early morning hours, protect from prying eyes and create a soft, relaxed atmosphere at night.
In the photo, contrasting dark brown curtains are an accent in the interior design of a bedroom in light colors.
To the children's room
Children are inquisitive and inquisitive, so the best option would be a combination of short curtains with a convenient lifting mechanism and long ones made of dense, lightweight fabric. This will free up access to the window sill for games and the view from the window during the day, and close the window tightly at night.
For the bathroom
Curtains are not only a decorative element, but also protection against splashes from the bathroom. It is better to choose curtains with water-repellent and antifungal impregnation.
For the dacha
In a country house, you want to emphasize the closeness to nature, so, as a rule, preference is given to eco-style, country, Provence, Scandinavian or vintage style. Short brown curtains on wooden curtains made of natural fabrics and tulle with a drawstring will look good.
In the office
To create a working environment, it is better to use dark, rich brown curtains in combination with other contrasting colors (white, beige, gray). This will put you in a working mood, increase your attention and tone.
Features of the design of various rooms
The design of the kitchen and living room looks different depending on the tasks being solved. They also influence the choice of textiles.
In the living room
The living room is the face of the house, so it is important to decorate it with taste.
Curtains of brown shades in combination with light walls will create a discreet but cozy atmosphere, and milk-colored furniture will stand out stylishly against their background.
A progressive new product was the combination of chocolate or coffee curtains with textiles in rich colors - yellow, turquoise, pink.
In the bedroom
Dark curtains made of thick fabric will create an atmosphere in the bedroom that promotes comfortable sleep. Due to their impenetrability, they will not let the sun's rays into the room. On hot days they will keep you cool, and on gloomy days they will create comfort.
For kitchen
Kitchens are rarely spacious, so brown color in their interior is used with caution, because... it visually reduces the space. However, blinds or roller blinds do not visually change the area of the room and are not subject to contamination.
To the children's room
Rich brown textiles are not the best solution for a children's room. Shades of coffee with milk or cocoa colors in combination with light pastel colors will create a delicate interior for a girl, and a combination with bright colors will appeal to a teenager.
For the bathroom
In the bathroom, brown curtains are the exception rather than the rule. They are chosen from moisture-resistant fabrics and are used if they are combined with the rest of the room’s decoration.
In the office
For a strict office design, brown curtains will be a good option: dark, plain material will not distract from work, and brown, like green, will allow the eyes to rest.
Photos of curtains in various styles
Curtains in brown shades will decorate or complement the interior of any style.
Modern
In modern style, brown curtains are one of the most common options. The entire palette of shades is actively used.
Loft
In this style, window frames are most often not curtained. You can use brown plain roller blinds, blinds or long light curtains along the edges of the window to match the walls.
Classical
Brown curtains with lambrequins and folds, decorated with ruffles, lace, tassels and fringe, will fit into the classic style. Fabrics chosen are shiny with noble tints or velvet; pattern - with a monogram, damask or floral design; tulle in Austrian or French style.
Minimalism
Minimalism involves straight, long curtains in calm shades, sometimes complemented by short curtains with a lifting mechanism.
Design and drawings on curtains
Flowers
Floral print is one of the favorite and widespread options. Brings softness, elegance, and comfort to the environment. Brown large and small flowers, roses and peonies will decorate a romantic classic interior.
Monograms
Brown curtains with golden monograms and curls will complement a luxurious, rich interior in a classic or modern style.
Strip
Striped brown curtains are an option for optical correction of the room. The horizontal one will expand the narrow walls, the vertical one will raise the ceilings and add airiness.
Cell
Suitable for rooms with a masculine character: office, living room, boys' room. Brings calm, warmth and comfort into the interior. English style is unthinkable without checkered curtains.
In the photo, on a small window in a country-style room, short dark brown curtains with a checkered pattern are placed using grommets.
Pros of brown curtains
Let's consider several advantages that distinguish brown curtains from fabric solutions of other colors:
Versatility. Chocolate color is considered non-staining. Stains and imperfections on it are not noticeable, as, for example, on beige fabric. Chocolate is a good background solution. It does not attract much attention, is not colorful and is considered neutral.
Psychological effect. Experts say that in a room, complemented by chocolate curtains, there is a feeling of peace, tranquility and security.
Protection from direct sunlight. A great option is to hang chocolate curtains in the bedroom.
Combinations with other colors
Brown color is universal and harmonizes well with all colors.
Gold
Gold will add sunny warmth and historical charm to the interior. For status expensive interiors.
Beige
Beige and brown are a classic combination in all styles and rooms of any purpose.
Check out modern beige curtain ideas.
Turquoise
The effect of a combination of brown and turquoise will depend on the degree of saturation. Bright turquoise and chocolate - for original, bold interiors. Delicate shades of these colors will decorate rooms for sleeping and relaxation.
White
A duet with dark brown is contrasting, sharp, respectable. With light – calm, warm, cozy.
Blue-brown curtains
Dark shades of these colors are for serious, strict masculine interiors. They bring a sense of restraint, independence and respectability.
Blue
Pairs well with shades of mocha and cocoa. “Sweet” tandem for children's rooms, bedrooms and kitchens.
Grey
An everyday, calm option for work spaces and interiors in a minimalist style.
Burgundy
The noble shade of French wine and brown coexist in chic, rich interiors, adding chic and attractiveness to them.
Orange
Orange and brown are a playful and festive combination for “non-boring” interiors.
Pink
The winning combination of pink and soft shades of brown brings an atmosphere of tenderness, romance and unique charm.
Violet
The unusual bright duet of brown and purple will be appreciated by extravagant people. Calm brown shades go well with delicate lilac, especially in a Provence-style interior.
Yellow
A stylish, bright, cheerful combination for modern interiors and high-tech style.
Green
The elegant combination of brown and green makes it suitable for almost any room. Olive and brown are a natural duet that will complement their floral pattern or ornament especially well. Light green shades will bring freshness, cheerfulness and positivity to the interior.
Combination options
Designers recommend using combined curtains in the interior to emphasize the style of the room and decorate it.
Tulle and curtain
A common option in classic and modern interiors. Tulle and curtains can contrast or complement each other. An active print on tulle is best combined with plain brown curtains and vice versa. If both objects are with the drawing, then it should match. It is better not to use natural and synthetic fabrics, such as matting and organza, on the same window.
In the photo, white tulle and golden brown curtains are combined with beige furniture and a brown floor, echoing the color of the pattern on the ceiling.
Two-color
Suitable for decorating a nursery, bedroom or living room. It is necessary to take into account not only the compatibility of fabrics in color, but also in density and texture.
Lambrequins
Lambrequins are a decorative piece of furniture in the form of fabric drapery located along the upper edge of a window or door. It can have different configurations and additional elements in the form of ruffles, braid, tassels and scallops. Rich fabrics are used: jacquard, velvet, brocade.
In appearance there are soft, easily draped fabrics, decorated with folds of varying depths; rigid bandeaus made of dense fabrics on a non-woven base; and combined ones, combining bandeaus and folds of flowing fabric. Reminiscent of palace chic, brown curtains with lambrequins fit harmoniously into classic and modern interiors.
The photo shows a soft lambrequin made of two shades of warm brown in the form of a swag made of semicircular folds, decorated with glass beads for curtains.
Combination of different lengths
There are many options for combining curtains of different lengths: a soft cascade of Roman blinds or short horizontal blinds in combination with long curtains, practical roller blinds and draped tulle, cafe curtains and a hard lambrequin, French tulle and jacquard curtains in the Baroque or Renaissance style and others.
The photo shows a bright living room in an eclectic style, the window of which is decorated with a Roman blind and curtains in the color of coffee with milk.
With wallpaper
When selecting brown curtains for wallpaper, you should remember comfortable color combinations (with beige, blue, white, gray).
A wall with a bright print looks better with plain curtains in a calm shade. If curtains are an active decorative element in the interior, then it is better to combine them with textured wallpaper in neutral colors.
In the photo, the window of an avant-garde bedroom is decorated with blinds with horizontal slats, a white veil and golden-chocolate curtains lying on the floor.
Furnished
Against the background of plain brown curtains, a sofa that is upholstered with a bright pattern or made of textured iridescent fabric such as velvet looks good. If the curtains and furniture are the same calm color, then colorful decorative elements should be added to them (for example, orange, turquoise or burgundy pillows, a tablecloth or vases).
Textile
When choosing fabric for curtains, you need to focus on the upholstery of upholstered furniture, covers, and bedspreads on them. The colors and patterns of textiles and curtains should match or overlap. Cushions can be made from the same brown fabric as the curtains, or you can choose a material in a contrasting color.
With carpet
The carpet and drapes cover a large area of the room, so they should be in perfect harmony in style and color. Neutral colors are the simplest and safest. Beige, gray, brown, dark brown, white combine easily and gracefully. You can achieve individuality by adding color accents.
Pros and cons of such curtains
Brown curtains have a number of advantages and disadvantages. Pay attention to the following points when choosing your new curtains.
Pros:
- The versatility of this color. As mentioned above, it is neutral and will fit perfectly into almost any design if you approach the accentuation of details wisely.
- Chocolate curtains, as well as cafe-au-lait and beige-colored curtains, create favorable combinations with wooden furniture or floors.
- Warm shades will add warmth and comfort to your interior.
- Curtains made of expensive fabrics, using lambrequins, look quite elegant, expensive and sophisticated. If the fabric has a slight shine, it will add a festive atmosphere to your home every day.
- Blackout curtains, if desired, can completely isolate you from external light.
As you can see in the photo, curtains with an unusual pattern will add zest to the design of the room.
Minuses:
- If you overdo it with brown and other similar colors in the interior, the room will look dull and gloomy.
- If such colors predominate in the interior, the room will visually look smaller.
- Be attentive to cool colors, although in the work area this can help you tune in and concentrate, in the bedroom you will feel uncomfortable, in the living room it can lead to a loss of strength and mood, and in the kitchen it can lead to loss of appetite.
- Curtains with a lambrequin, when oversaturated with brown colors in a room, can create the appearance of heaviness and excessive theatricality.
Curtain decoration options
You can get a logical and complete curtain composition with the help of accessories. For brown curtains, it is better to choose gold or contrasting shades of clips and holders.
Holders
These are special devices for curtains, fixed in the wall and allowing you to keep the curtains open. Often used for decorative purposes. With their help, curtains beautifully frame the window.
Clamps
Metal and plastic clothespins and magnets fix the curtains so that they fall in beautiful, neat and elegant folds, and also regulate the amount of sunlight entering the room.
Tiebacks
A piece of cord, lace or fabric that matches the main color holds the curtains open. Often decorated with fringe, bugles, ribbons, and sequins.
Tassels and fringe
A brush in the form of a bundle of threads with free ends, tied in the middle or upper part, is attached to curtain ties. It is decorated with threads of beads, crystals, carved wooden parts, “precious” stones and metal. A fringe of tassels, threads, beads and bugles along the edge of a curtain or lambrequin is found in a classic interior.
Rules and tips
It is unacceptable to introduce wallpaper of the same shade into the interior or to “overload” the room with other dark colors. The wrong approach to decorating will create the impression of dullness.
Read here: Floral curtains - rules of combination in the interior (45 photos)
It is not recommended to hang chocolate curtains in small rooms: visually they will “narrow” even more. The chocolate shade should not be cold. Too strict a tone is allowed only in the office.
