Balconies and loggias are additional usable space. You shouldn’t clutter it up or turn it into a warehouse of unnecessary things. An excellent solution is to equip a comfortable lounge here and decorate it accordingly. By choosing the right roller blinds for your balcony, you can create an area of beauty and rationally use every centimeter of space. You will get a cozy room for pleasant evenings with a cup of tea, and most importantly, there will be no problems with cleaning it.
Proper window design is half the design work. For a glazed balcony or loggia, curtains are a must. Their choice is determined by the purpose, the characteristics of the premises themselves, and the design of the frames. The following factors should be taken into account:
- Shape and size of windows. Balcony frames often come in non-standard sizes and configurations. They are ordered according to individual projects, so there are problems with the design. Ordinary curtains may not be suitable and may even ruin the interior design.
Decorating custom frames with curtains with floral prints
- Functionality. It is best to choose blinds or roller blinds for the loggia. They do not dangle in the wind if the window is open for ventilation, and do not collect dust. Ordinary curtains can be accidentally caught, torn, or stained. If the curtains fit tightly to the glazing field, there are much fewer risks.
- Compactness. In cramped, narrow rooms it is unacceptable to use volumetric structures that steal space. No matter how luxurious the curtains and lambrequins look, they will only get in the way.
But flat designs (Roman, Japanese, roller blinds, blinds) will help visually lighten and expand the area.
The perfect setting for an afternoon tea
- Ease of opening. Open curtains and drapes require free space, plus the opening process itself provides sufficient space for hand movement. In narrow, long rooms there is no room for maneuver, so structures that rise upward are appropriate here.
Bright roll structures are the optimal solution
- Zoning. Most often, the balcony frame consists of several separate segments. If you cover the entire window with a curtain, it will be inconvenient to use. The best option is separate panels for each segment of the structure.
Piece canvases look no worse than one wide curtain
Draperies and curtains are beautiful, but impractical when it comes to decorating a balcony or loggia. On the other hand, flat designs give the interior a somewhat formal look, which not everyone likes. If the loggia is combined with a room and you want to add home comfort, you can decorate the window with roller blinds in combination with light tulle.
Decoration with roller blinds and tulle
Roller blinds - the optimal solution
Roller blinds are perfect for plastic windows on the balcony. Depending on the design, they are attached either separately to each sash, or above the windows and then cover several sections at once. If we compare them with conventional curtains and blinds, we can note several clear advantages:
Cozy lounge on the balcony
- Ease of use. The canvas rises exactly as much as necessary. Simply pull the cord. If desired, you can even install a control panel and raise and lower the curtains remotely.
- Easy to care for. Unlike curtains, the designs do not have to be removed from the hooks or washed. The canvases are made of dirt-repellent fabric on which dust does not settle. For cleaning use a vacuum cleaner, brushes, and compositions for upholstered furniture.
- Versatility. Roller blinds are attached to balcony doors, room windows, and balcony frames. They are appropriate in almost any interior, with the exception of those that provide emphasized “rustic” simplicity or elaborate decor.
- Mounting at any height. The structures can be installed so that they do not interfere with the full use of the window sill area for growing flowers or other purposes.
- Possibility to choose the type of impregnation. The canvases are impregnated with compounds that can reflect or, conversely, attract the sun's rays. They protect materials from fading and the room from harsh glare.
- Extensive design potential. How you can choose roller blinds for your balcony is shown in the photo below. It is worth remembering that they combine well with traditional curtains, drapes, tulle, and decorative elements.
Decoration of an insulated loggia
Combination with curtains
Adjusting the level of illumination
Free window sill area
Note! It is impossible to choose textiles yourself, as when buying ordinary curtains. Each company produces fabrics only from a certain set of specialized technical fabrics. The choice is available only from the offered assortment of different manufacturing companies.
There are no ideal designs, so you need to think about what to choose. So, roller blinds are attached to sliding windows on the balcony, plastic profiles. But they are unlikely to be suitable for old wooden frames with narrow opening doors or windows.
Another nuance: low-quality structures do not twist and unwind well, and plastic parts break. Therefore, it is important to choose a reliable brand.
Selection of design depending on the type of window
There are two popular designs of roller blinds – standard and mini. Both have their advantages and limitations in application. Select the correct system depending on the type of windows on which the roller blinds will be installed.
Option 1: mini-cassette roller blinds
Mini-cassettes are convenient for mounting on a window sash. Such roller blinds are mounted on plastic balcony windows, as shown in the photo below. Designs of this type are universal, functional and easy to use, but they are not suitable for sliding balcony frames.
Mini-structures on window sashes
The panel of the mini-structure fits tightly to the glazing field. To prevent its lower part from dangling, the curtain is pulled using a special string. It is made of thin, durable fishing line and is not noticeable. Roller blinds are opened and closed using a plastic chain.
Mini-cassette roller blinds on a balcony block
This structure is mounted on the brackets that come with the kit, and the installation process is described in detail in the manufacturer’s instructions.
Option 2: standard system
This is the optimal solution for balconies and loggias with sliding frames. The standard system is also well suited for blind plastic windows. But for rotary and tilt-and-turn devices, it is better to choose a mini-cassette. Standard roller blinds interfere with the normal opening and closing of the shutters, because their width is greater than the width of the profile, and this reduces the opening angle of the window.
Standart structures are installed either in the ceiling or on the wall of the window opening. Self-tapping screws are used as fastening elements. The roll with the fabric panel is held by a special clamp, and a weight is provided on the bottom bar so that the curtain does not move when lowered.
Standard system designs
The only disadvantage of the standard method of attaching roller blinds, proposed by most manufacturers, is the need to drill holes. You can do without this; below is a section with video instructions on different types of installation.
Video tutorials: two popular editing methods
Step-by-step instructions for attaching roller blinds
Easy installation of roller blinds without drilling
Open and closed structures
Closed, or cassette, curtains are those in which the roll of fabric is protected by a special box. The edges of the canvas are under plastic guides, so light from the street does not leak from under them.
In closed structures of the uni 1 type, the guides are attached to the glazing bead using an adhesive composition, and the canvas moves between them and the glazing field. In uni 2 models, the fabric moves between the edges of the fixing bar.
Closed design
In open-type systems, the roll of fabric is not covered by a box. There is a weight attached to the bottom. The fit of the curtain to the sash is ensured by a string stretched between the top holder and the weight bar. Thanks to this, the window can be opened in ventilation mode without fear that the roller blind will dangle or come off due to a draft.
Criteria for selecting fabric density for roller blinds
Manufacturers use special impregnations that prevent fading, overheating, and deformation of fabrics. These are hypoallergenic compounds with water- and dirt-repellent properties that do not emit harmful substances into the atmosphere.
To make roller blinds, materials of various densities are used, and impregnations act as additional light-protective filters, thanks to which the desired degree of darkening of the room is selected.
Decorative translucent materials
These roller blinds are suitable for a window with a balcony facing north. They transmit light and are similar in function to tulle. They can be used either separately or in combination with thick curtains (if the room is well lit).
Translucent fabrics on the balcony block
Translucent materials look impressive, do not interfere with observing what is happening on the street and transmit light perfectly. However, they do not hide the room in the same way if the light is on in the evening. If the frames of the loggia or balcony are covered with thick fabric, this is an excellent option for the window and door of the room.
Dimout - option for balconies on the south side
If the balcony or loggia faces east or south, you need to darken the windows. Otherwise, during the day the room will be constantly flooded with blinding light, and in the summer it will be impossible to stay in it due to the intense heat.
Dimout roller blinds on the loggia
Thick dimout fabrics are the ideal choice. The materials only partially transmit light (10%) and retain thermal radiation. This allows you to create comfortable lighting during the day and avoid stuffiness.
Blackout - maximum darkening of the room
The fabrics from which roller blinds with maximum blackout are made are impregnated with a high acrylic content. The composition is opaque and completely blocks sunlight. Designs of this type are good if the room should be completely dark. They are used for balconies and loggias adjacent to home theaters, offices, libraries, and children's rooms.
Blackout curtains on balcony frame
When selecting fabric, it is worth considering the level of illumination in the room. You need to focus on your own needs and wishes regarding darkening. It should be remembered that the temperature on the loggia or balcony will depend on the type of curtains. So, translucent fabrics will help increase it, and dense fabrics will help reduce it.
With the right selection of materials, you can achieve the effect of a warm floor on a south-facing loggia. If you lay a dark floor covering and cover the windows with translucent fabric, the floor will absorb thermal radiation and release it into the surrounding air, thereby heating it.
Video: overview of types of roller blinds JB Production
Sometimes the style of a balcony or loggia requires the use of dark or bright saturated colors, but the degree of illumination is too high. In this case, designers recommend choosing dark or rich tones. To prevent the room from overheating, you should order roller blinds made of material with a reflective surface.
Difficulties often arise with the design of balconies on the ground floor: they are almost completely visible from the street. Day-night designs are appropriate here. With their help, it will be easy to control the lighting and shield the room from prying eyes.
When selecting curtains for a loggia, you should focus on their combination with the design of the windows in the room. Both rooms look like a single whole, so the shapes and colors should be in harmony. For example, curtains and tulle are appropriate in the room, and the balcony windows should be covered with roller blinds of similar shades and similar textures.
Solid designs in neutral tones are a win-win option. They fit perfectly with bright interior details. The main thing is not to overdo it with white, beige, gray, cream and black colors, so that the room does not become faceless or too gloomy.
Each person has his own ideas about aesthetics and comfort, so there can be no uniform recommendations for choosing roller blinds. Still, it’s worth paying attention to how a balcony or loggia is most often decorated. For plastic tilt-and-turn windows, closed-type mini-structures are usually chosen, and for sliding windows, standard systems are chosen. Otherwise, it is better to focus on personal preferences.
Modern balconies and loggias have become the ideal place to relax and spend quality time with friends and relatives. To create a cozy and comfortable atmosphere, glazed rooms are decorated with various accessories with obligatory window drapery. To make the interior of the room beautiful, you need to choose the right curtains for the balcony windows. Since street dust often accumulates in this place, traditional curtains, curtains and tulles will be poor options. Recently, windows in various rooms have been draped with different types of blinds. The best solution is , or .
The best protection from the sun are those that fit tightly to the window opening. Ordinary blinds have also proven themselves in window drapery. But many people love roller shutters because of their attractive appearance. The designs are presented as a single piece of fabric, and not as separate metal sections, like office blinds.
Roller blinds are mounted on window sashes and adjusted using a chain. The fabric can cover the window completely or partially. The curtains are removed upward, twisting into a compact roll on a special shaft. The collected textiles can be visible or hidden in a box made of metal, wood or plastic.
The main advantages of rolled fabric, which are the reasons for their use for balconies and loggias:
- Compactness. The size of the rectangular canvas matches the window frame and does not take up extra space around the opening.
- Versatility. Roller shutters are suitable for any window openings. If it is impossible to find suitable ready-made products on sale, you can always order curtains in the required sizes.
- Practicality. Modern roller models are produced with a dust-repellent and sun-protective coating, which increases the wear resistance and service life of the curtains.
- Ease of use. By simply adjusting the curtains you can achieve the desired level of lighting.
- Variety in design. With different materials and colors, you can achieve many beautiful and stylish models of roller blinds that will protect the interior from the sun and prying eyes.
- Easy care. With protective solutions and design features, roller blinds require simple cleaning with a damp cloth.
- Acceptable price. Although roller blinds are somewhat more expensive than traditional blinds, they are affordable for everyone, just like regular curtains.
Designers often use roller blinds for their projects, which can fit into any interior.
Types of roller blinds for the loggia
Roller blinds come in two types:
- Open design. This type of model has a shaft attached to the top of the window. A fabric sheet is wound onto this shaft if it is necessary to open a window opening to illuminate the room. Open roller blinds have a low price.
- Closed design. This type of roller shutter is called cassette. The curtains are rolled up into a special box fixed on top of the window. The sides of the curtain are fixed in special guides, and the bottom part is equipped with a weight bar, which gives the curtains a stable, straight shape. Such products are attached to a plastic window, which leads to the illusion of a single unit of curtains with the window.
Before purchasing roller blinds for your balcony, you need to take into account the nuances of window frames. Not all types of roller shutters are suitable for all designs. This should be taken into account when choosing curtains.
Another feature of balcony windows is that they can be sliding or tilt-and-turn. With sliding structures, roller blinds are fixed to the ceiling so as not to restrict the movement of the shutters. And with tilt-and-turn windows, the curtains are mounted on the sashes themselves.
Roller blinds can be adjusted not only manually using a chain. There are models of roll products that have an electric drive or a temperature sensor and are controlled remotely.
Roller shutters are made from various types of materials, which may differ from each other in the degree of light transmittance:
- Sheer curtains help diffuse natural light softly. Such roller blinds are installed on balcony windows facing north or east.
- Translucent models allow a small amount of light to pass through. The reverse side of the canvas has a special coating that effectively reflects solar heat. Shading curtains drape the west and southwest windows.
- Light-proof fabrics completely absorb sunlight and do not allow even a single ray of sun to penetrate into the room. These roller shutters are ideal for south and south-west windows.
- An interesting option for roller blinds are the “day-night” models. These curtains are more similar to conventional blinds, since they are not presented as a solid canvas, but as alternating dense and transparent stripes. With such curtains it is easy to adjust the intensity of the light flux.
Roller blinds are made not only from fabrics, but also from bamboo fibers. Such curtains are an environmentally friendly material, as they are made from natural raw materials. True, when assembled, roller blinds look more voluminous than textile products. But when opened, bamboo curtains give the interior a feeling of coziness and comfort.
How to choose roller blinds for the balcony
For balcony windows, you should select drapery depending on the design of the room. With the right fabric, texture and color, you can set a special mood in the interior.
When choosing roller curtains for a balcony, you should be guided by the following rules:
- Curtains should be combined with the design of the balcony interior.
- The color of the curtains should be several tones lighter or darker than the main color of the walls. If roller blinds are selected in a color different from the surfaces, then you need to match them with pieces of furniture or a rug of the same colors, thereby placing accents in the room.
- Curtains with large patterns are selected for small window openings. For large windows, canvases with a small and neat pattern or ornament would be appropriate.
- For windows and balcony doors, you can choose roller shutters of different colors.
- Excess decorative elements that do not carry a functional load will burden the interior, creating a feeling of disorder in the room.
- The color of the fabric curtains should be in harmony with the design of the adjacent room, since the balcony is clearly visible through the room windows.
Color solutions
When choosing the color of curtains, you must remember that dark fabrics become very hot from the sultry rays of the sun, and then release the accumulated heat into the interior. Therefore, experts advise purchasing roller blind models in rich dark colors with a reflective coating.
A universal solution is curtains in light shades that allow the sun's rays to pass through well. White roller shutters always look attractive and are suitable for any interior.
Blind curtains for the balcony are selected in accordance with which side the windows face. If the loggia faces south, then the curtains are selected from dense fabric in light colors, which will protect the room from the hot rays of the sun. It is enough to cover the balcony space, located on the north side, from prying eyes with a thin translucent canvas of warm shades.
For sunny sides, it is worth choosing curtains in cool colors, for example, pale blue or light gray. On windows facing north, you can install bright curtains in orange, pink or light green.
Canvases with alternating vertical or horizontal stripes of contrasting shades look stylish and beautiful.
Not so long ago they began to produce roller blinds with photo printing. Models with prints look great not only on indoor windows, but also on window openings on a balcony or loggia. Similar products are also made to order if you want to decorate your windows with your favorite design. Canvases with various landscapes and images of city streets look best. Children will be most pleased with curtains with colored pictures. Printed roller blinds are expensive, but the dramatic look of the curtains is worth it.
Roller blinds are sometimes difficult to choose for certain functional rooms, but for balconies and loggias they will always be the best solution.
Today it is customary to decorate glazed balconies as beautiful and cozy as the rest of the rooms. Due to the specific nature of such premises, this is not easy to do. It is especially difficult to choose suitable curtains, since the balcony is a place where a lot of street dust accumulates and ordinary curtains in this case do not protect well from it and quickly lose their attractiveness. In contrast, roller blinds for balcony windows are ideal. They are much more functional and practical, occupy a minimum of free space, fade less in the sun, and during the production process they are treated with antistatic impregnation to remove dust and dirt.
Advantages of roller blinds for balconies
Roller blinds (roller blinds, blinds, light filters) are fabric that is rolled into a roll and attached to the window at the top. Its lower part is attached to the bar, as a result of which the canvas is stretched. This design of roller blinds is ideal for a balcony or loggia and allows them to successfully compete not only with conventional curtains, but also with blinds:
- since roller blinds are made of fabric, they do not look as formal as blinds, and the variety of design of the canvas allows you to match them to any interior;
- roller blinds take up much less free space than ordinary curtains and do not block the passage to the window;
- for their production, fabrics treated with waterproof, dust-repellent and fading-resistant impregnations are used, which is especially important for balconies and loggias, where there is always plenty of dust, moisture and sunlight;
- with their help it is convenient to regulate different degrees of illumination of the room and for this you just need to pull the cord or press a button if the control mechanism is electric;
- hanging roller blinds do not require curtain rods - the holder is attached to the ceiling, wall or top window sash, so their installation is simple and takes no more than an hour;
- tightly stretched curtains, even when the window is completely open, do not swell, deform or tear from the wind.
Today, roll structures equipped with an electric drive and a temperature sensor are very popular. They can be controlled remotely. For example, from the room adjacent to the balcony, without getting up from the sofa, depending on the air temperature outside and the time of day, adjust the degree of openness of the canvases.
Another advantage of light filters that is very important for balcony curtains is that they are easy to care for. Caring for rolls mainly comes down to periodically passing over their surface with a vacuum cleaner or a damp cloth. But in this room, curtains get dirty especially quickly, so you have to wash regular curtains more often.
What types of roller shutters are best suited for a balcony?
Roller blinds for a loggia or balcony, as well as for a room, are very diverse. They differ in size, control method, design, texture and fabric density. The location where the curtains are attached plays a very important role when choosing:
- on the frame or sash with screws or using tape;
- to the ceiling, directly above the window;
- to the wall, if the glazing does not go along the perimeter.
Among such a variety, you can always find an option that suits the price and appearance.
In budget varieties, the canvas hangs freely and is tensioned using weights; in more expensive (cassette) options, their side edges are tucked into guides and tightly adjacent to the sashes.
For solid, panoramic glazing of balconies or loggias, budget classic roller shutters, fixed with self-tapping screws to the ceiling or the top of the wall, are best suited. They can also be used when windows are opened infrequently for ventilation; there is no need to install them on each sash and you can afford to save money.
If there are a large number of shutters, roller curtains attached directly to the frame will be more practical. In this case, it will be possible to open each door separately. You can choose from two options: mini (free-hanging) and cassette (tightly fitting to the glass, even when the sash is open). Cassette and mini rolls are suitable for any type of windows, except sliding ones. In this case, the curtains will interfere with the movement of the frame.
Day-night or zebra models consist of a canvas closed in a circle of fabric, which is an alternation of dense and transparent stripes. By changing their positions, it is possible to adjust the illumination when the curtain is completely lowered. They are suitable in cases where the balcony and the room adjacent to it are clearly visible from the street and, to maintain privacy, it is not advisable to raise the curtains at any time of the day.
For rooms facing the sunny side, it is better to choose light, but quite thick curtains, with medium or strong shading, which will protect from the hot sun. The ideal protection from intense sunlight is dimout or blackout fabrics. Dimout is a translucent material that reflects heat but transmits light. Blackout is a fabric consisting of several layers. It is completely lightproof.
If the balcony or loggia is in partial shade, you can limit yourself to translucent fabric that will not interfere with the illumination of the room. It will also be enough to protect apartment residents from prying eyes. Completely transparent canvases, reminiscent of tulle in structure and transmitting light well, will serve more of an aesthetic function.
For loggias and balconies of apartments located on the lower floors, the ideal option would be to use day-night roller blinds. Alternating transparent mesh and opaque stripes in them will allow you to more accurately regulate the flow of incoming light and curtain them at your discretion, partially or completely. Clear stripes look very original and allow you to visually enlarge a small balcony space.
You should not choose roller blinds made of fabric that is too dark - they will heat up faster and the room will be too stuffy. Fans of dark, rich tones can be advised to opt for designs with reflective properties.
Bamboo roller blinds provide diffused soft light that is comfortable for the eyes. On a small balcony decorated with such curtains, there will always be a pleasant and unobtrusive smell of wood. In addition, bamboo is very wear-resistant and can retain its shape for a long time. The advantage is that it is easier to care for than woven fabric.
If commercially available roller blinds for some reason do not meet your requirements, they can be made to order.
Since the balcony and loggia are essentially an extension of the room, the shades of the roller blinds should match the color scheme of its interior. For insufficiently lit rooms, the colors of the canvases are selected in warm shades: cream, light brown, yellow, pink, orange. In rooms with windows facing the sunny side, cold-colored curtains are used. It can be all shades of gray, blue, purple, blue-green. If desired, the colors of narrow cassette roller blinds can be alternated.
Linen and cotton fabrics that can absorb moisture are not used for balconies and loggias. It is better to focus on products made of polyester, a universal and practical material. It is not only moisture resistant, but also perfectly absorbs and reflects light. Polyester rolls are easy to clean from dust, are lightweight and have a long service life.
Screen-type fabrics, which include polyvinyl chloride and plasticized fiberglass, also have a significant service life and high sun protection properties. This fabric is not subject to deformation and shrinkage, is not afraid of moisture, is easy to clean, dries quickly and has high fire resistance.
For non-standard window dimensions, roller blinds can be cut with scissors. The bar and the shaft on which the fabric is wound are cut with a regular hacksaw.
Roller blinds with water- and dust-repellent properties are an ideal option for protecting balconies and loggias from the sun. They have not only high functional, but also excellent decorative properties. Thanks to special impregnation, such canvases fade in the sun much less, and the tight tension does not allow dust to quickly accumulate on them.
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It’s nice to go out to the balcony in the morning, breathe in a breath of fresh air, check the weather and gain strength for a new day, or spend the evening with a cup of tea. The design of your balcony will directly affect your mood. In this article we will look at how to cover balcony windows.
- It is worth taking into account which side the balcony windows face. Curtains for the windows of a balcony or loggia, which are exposed to direct sunlight most of the daylight hours, should be chosen from a denser material. At the same time, the material for such a balcony must be resistant to heat and withstand high temperatures for a long time;
- Curtains should not interfere with the opening/closing of windows. Balcony curtains should not only let in the required amount of light, but also freely ventilate the air in the room;
- Practicality. The balcony is the place where dust most often condenses. Therefore, the entire window and balcony composition should be unpretentious in everyday life and cleaning. Materials must be resistant to dust, moisture, wear, heat;
- Aesthetics. Curtains for a balcony or loggia are not only protection from light and dust, but also an independent design element.
Types of curtains for textile decoration of balconies
Blinds
Blinds were, are and will be the best option for balconies and loggias. Thanks to special impregnations, they will not lose their original appearance from dust and moisture.
Blinds protect the balcony and adjacent rooms from the scorching sun and overheating.
Balcony blinds are made from different materials:
- aluminum;
- plastic;
- tree;
- fabric (polyester).
They can be either horizontal or vertical.
Vertical plastic blinds are very reliable in operation and easy to maintain. Many of them are completely light-proof, which is suitable for installation on a balcony.
They are impregnated with a special liquid, which makes them resistant to water, dust and sun. The color of such blinds does not change over time.
The advantage is the color. It can easily be matched to the style of a room with a balcony.
Roller blinds
Roller blinds or fabric roller shutters are also built by analogy with blinds. This is a rectangle, wound in a roll on a shaft, and lowered onto the windows using a weighting agent and a metal-plastic system.
In the budget version of roller blinds, the free edge hangs down freely.
A big plus of roller blinds is not only the variety of colors of the material used, but also the varying degrees of its transparency. From very dense fabrics that retain the sun's rays, to translucent ones that are appropriate in rooms with limited lighting.
An excellent solution for regulating the amount of sunlight entering a room is day-night roller blinds. This ingenious find allows light to pass onto the balcony and at the same time hide the room itself from prying eyes. When the sun is active, the strips of the curtains are combined, thereby activating the “night” mode, which prevents the balcony from heating up.
The more expensive component assembly (cassette) has guides for the sides. In such conditions, curtains for a balcony or curtains for a loggia are tighter and fit more evenly to the window. It looks perfect, even with the window open.
Bamboo curtains
Now, a new material is gaining popularity - bamboo, and with it bamboo roller blinds And . Due to their natural material, these curtains perfectly withstand moisture and ultraviolet radiation. Bamboo balcony curtains do not collapse under their harmful influence, do not deform and do not accumulate mold.
The main disadvantage of bamboo roll is its price. Like wooden blinds and any other natural material, they are not cheap.
Pleated curtains
Another curtain similar to blinds is pleated curtains
. They are more versatile because they can be opened from any side. The material, impregnation, and functionality for the balcony are not at all inferior to the previous options. 
Roman curtains
When decorating balconies, owners are increasingly choosing accessibility, simplicity and convenience. It all comes together Roman curtain for the loggia. In its complex form, such a curtain resembles an accordion, which looks very harmonious on the free window frames of a balcony or loggia.
The main advantage of curtains is a wide selection of materials for the textile part of the product.
The time has long passed when many rejected this type of curtain, arguing that for a balcony curtain it was not enough to be functional, it was also necessary to create beauty and comfort. Nowadays, the flight of designer’s imagination creates incredible masterpieces:
Lately, Roman blinds for balconies have been integrating magical notes from other styles. In this simple way we can get a practical curtain for a balcony or loggia, and at the same time create a unique mood.
Natural materials are increasingly found in Roman blinds, which is why they are winning the hearts of more and more fans.
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The balcony is the most illuminated part of the apartment or house. This is not only a big advantage of the room, but also causes some inconvenience. For example, on a hot day, the balcony heats up the room adjacent to it, house plants burn under the influence of direct sunlight, and the bright light from lanterns disturbs you at night. That is why you can see a variety of curtains on almost all modern balconies. Let's figure out which curtains are best suited for placement on balcony windows.
Which is better: blinds or roller blinds?
Since balconies and loggia are limited spaces, hanging tulle and classic floor-length curtains on the windows here is impractical. The most successful and common options are blinds and. What to choose from this?
| Blinds | Roller blinds |
| Materials - aluminum and plastic - are quite durable and strong | The plastic mechanism and fastenings rarely break, but the fabric curtain may tear or lose its aesthetic appearance |
| Replacing bent or broken plates is a complex process that requires expert labor | You can replace the fabric on a roller blind yourself, and the cost of materials will be small |
| The slats rotate 360°, which allows you to adjust the lighting of the room | Individual curtains on each leaf can be fixed at different heights, creating ideal balcony lighting |
| They collect all the dust, which is very noticeable when closing the slats. | High-quality roller blinds practically do not attract dust and wool |
| They are resistant to moisture, so they are easy to clean and can be used on poorly waterproofed balconies | Requires periodic dry cleaning (vacuum cleaner, knocking out dust, etc.), not suitable for rooms with high humidity or leaky windows |
| They get very hot through the glass in the sun's rays | Even in hot weather it is impossible to get burned from the curtain fabric |
Read also: What to choose to protect your balcony from the sun?
Vertical blinds 
Horizontal blinds Everyone who has ever compared horizontal or vertical blinds with roller blinds in the interior has noted the more aesthetic appearance of the latter. Most often, blinds are associated with offices, offices and government agencies, but not with cozy living rooms and balconies.
A few more advantages of roller blinds:
- design versatility - suitable for wooden, aluminum or plastic window frames;
- large selection of materials, colors and patterns;
- ease of installation and operation;
- wide price range.
The only disadvantages that can be noted are the decreasing opening angle of the sash and the impossibility of mounting on sliding windows, but this disadvantage applies to both blinds and Roman blinds.