How to choose a bathroom curtain?

The curtain for the bathroom is not only a stylish element of the bathroom interior decor, but also has a practical purpose. As a necessary detail, it makes the stay in the bathroom comfortable and pleasant. But choosing the right product that meets all the requirements may not be the easiest task.

First of all, you need to understand the functional purpose of the bathroom curtain. This will help to draw attention to some important features of the product and its characteristics.

A high-quality curtain, regardless of the material, should have the following useful properties:

• prevent the ingress of water splashes on the wall and floor surfaces - this is necessary to protect against the appearance of fungal deposits and mold, especially if the bathroom is finished with ceramic tiles;
• the bathroom curtain does an excellent job with the zoning function of the room;
• contribute to the creation of a favorable indoor climate;
• create a bright accent, being a detail of the entire bathroom interior.

Textile products, in particular the bathroom curtain, have the following positive aspects in contrast to other materials.

• Reasonable cost - even if you choose the highest quality textile curtain, it will be much cheaper than a glass or plastic counterpart;
• Simple fasteners - by resorting to the tools at hand, the shutter can be fastened in a few minutes;
• Rich assortment - manufacturers of bathroom accessories are regularly engaged in the release of entire collections of textile curtains in a variety of styles, colors and configurations;

• Multifunctionality - the textile curtain can be used both for its intended purpose and for a screen under the bathroom, in addition, it fits any bath, regardless of shape, size and does not require additional careful adjustment, as, for example, for the plastic version;
• Undemanding care - due to the fact that the fabric surface is impregnated with a specialized protective compound, soap stains can be cleaned, it is enough only after taking a shower to walk along the surface of the curtain with a damp sponge, washing is done once every 3-4 months.

However, such a product has the following disadvantages:

• short service life;
• during operation, water-repellent characteristics are reduced;
• after a certain period of time, the colors of the products fade.

With each subsequent wash, the fabric turns into a faded, unattractive material. Getting wet from falling water is faster, and therefore the material can be deformed and begin to hang along the edge. Such curtains visually look inelegant and add a touch of sloppiness to the interior, and therefore require their timely replacement with a new product.

There are many types of bathroom curtains.This is what makes it difficult for consumers to buy. The curtain can be presented in the form of a simple oilcloth or fabric with a protective impregnation.

• Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) bathroom curtain is the most budgetary option, it has one significant drawback - it is completely impossible to clean. During operation, the lower part of the curtain becomes covered with soapy stains, which are almost impossible to clean. And the lack of cleaning after a certain amount of time provokes the appearance of fungal deposits and mold. In this case, it is easier to discard the product.

• Polyester bath curtain Is an extremely practical product. It lends itself well to washing even in a washing machine at forty degrees. But in no case is it recommended to use bleach or tumble dry. And also do not squeeze the material, it is worth hanging the product back. Under its own weight, the curtain will take on its original smooth surface.

• Textile bathroom curtain practically not found on the shelves of hardware stores. This is a cloth material for showering. You can purchase this product in the vastness of an online store or from brands that specialize in individual sewing of curtains. This situation has arisen due to the extremely high cost of the product, almost five times higher than the cost of a conventional polyester curtain. The product will cost approximately in the range from four to fifteen thousand rubles. Nevertheless, curtains made of this material are perfectly cleaned by hand wash or in a washing machine when choosing a delicate mode, while the recommended temperature mode should be no more than thirty degrees.

By and large, the material for the curtain in the bathroom can be made of any material. But it is necessary to take into account the specificity of the requirements for operation. If the decorative aspect is preferable, then all the requirements rest only on the financial issue, since the range of bathroom accessories is incredibly diverse.

If practicality and convenience are in the first place, then you should pay attention to the following aspects:

• To begin with, the material must have moisture-repellent properties, since the main task of the curtains for the bathroom is to protect the wall and floor surfaces from splashing water and steam;
• The product should not emit various harmful chemicals, since during water procedures, the curtain may come into contact with unprotected and steamed areas of the skin;
• It is desirable that the material be easy to clean, not prone to shedding, has a strong structure and does not have a tendency to shrink.

To choose the right bathroom curtain, you need to know the differences between polyester, PVC or textiles.

• PVC (polyvinyl chloride) bathroom curtain Is a translucent or lightly colored plastic, in other words, a very dense oilcloth. Buying a thinner material will not require significant financial costs, but when wet, this material has the ability to stick to everything it comes into contact with, even to the body. There is a possibility that the material may break during operation. On a colorless transparent surface, stains often remain in the form of calcium deposits. When buying a bathroom curtains made of polyvinyl chloride, you should give preference to a denser material. The higher its density, the more convenient it will be in operation.The appearance of PVC should resemble a dense greenhouse roofing material.

• Polyester bath curtain is one of the most demanded products for the manufacturer. You can be convinced of this by finding yourself in any building supermarket or home improvement store. On the label, most likely, this product will be classified as a textile. The fact is that this material is a 100% synthetic fiber made of polyester fiber. In other words, it is refined oil. Like PVC, polyester is a common plastic. But in this situation we are dealing with plastic, which has been stretched into a thread and received a really "non-kill" material. Polyester often acts as an additive in an interior textile mixture - this helps the material to keep folds, not wrinkle or fade. Considering the quality characteristics, the polyester curtain has high strength indicators, does not require additional surface treatment, and does an excellent job of protecting against water splashes on the floor surface.

• Bathroom curtain made of textile blend. There are several types of this material, taken as a mixture: polyester and cotton; polyester, linen and pure polyester (but not the one that is used for the budget segment, but a fabric blend with a significant percentage of polyester). The curtains are made in different variations: wrinkled, elegant weaves of various fabric structures, with embroidered elements, with an sewn-on ruffle or frill trimmed with petals, and the like. The curtain made with the addition of cotton looks like a plain canvas with original patterns embroidered over the entire surface. A linen product can be made with decorative embroidery in different color shades.

The polyvinyl chloride (PVC) bathroom curtain has a standard size - two meters long and one eighty centimeters wide. An elongated or shortened version is not found on store shelves. A product made of this type of material is designed exclusively for a small bathtub of one hundred and fifty centimeters.

The polyester bath screen comes in two standard sizes. The first size is two meters long and one meter eighty centimeters wide. The second size is two meters long and two meters wide. A shortened version of the curtain is not available for sale. However, polyester can be processed with a sewing machine.

The textile curtain for the bathroom is made in a large number of sizes. You can purchase a product with the following dimensions: with a length and width of two by two meters, two by three meters, four by four meters, one meter eighty centimeters by one meter seventy centimeters. As you can see, these dimensions assume a high ceiling.

Among the popular sizes are such as:

• 240x200 cm;
• 200x200 cm;
• 240x180 cm;
• 180x220 cm and others.

The most demanded and popular on the territory of Russia is trademark Artwelle... It is a German manufacturer of bathroom accessories, in particular shower and bath curtains. And also in the released Artwelle lines you can come across a wide assortment of a large number of hooks, towel holders, soap dishes, dispensers, glasses, cleaners and toilet paper holders. A pleasant bonus for consumers is the ten-year warranty. In this case, you can be sure that during operation everything will be in order with the product.

Another leader in the production of bathroom accessories is again German brand Wasser Kraft... This is a very well-known manufacturer of not only attributes for water procedures, but also high-quality sanitary products. The manufacturer provides a significant five-year warranty on all products.

Among the manufacturers of quality products, the following can be distinguished:

• Ravak;
• Iddis;
• Wess;

• Bacchetta;
• Spirella;
• Vegas Glass;

• Bath Plus;
• Valiant;
• RGW;

• Bas;
• Radaway;

• Magic Lady;
• Cezares.

The polyvinyl chloride (PVC) curtain, despite its extremely attractive low cost, is rather suitable for short-term operation. In this case, the ratio of price and quality is quite justified. This product is perfect for use in summer cottages, in technical showers, for example, for washing a dog after a walk, and for bathrooms with a pop-art interior (transparent plastic is extremely appropriate in this case).

Polyester products have a density of eighty-five grams per square centimeter and one hundred grams per square centimeter. When purchasing, do not forget that the higher the density of the material, the smoother the folds will be and the product will stick less to anything.

Textile products are presented more as a decorative element than a practical one. In order to make it more utilitarian, an additional curtain is used, often made of polyester. It is she who protects the wall and floor surfaces from water splashes. And the fabric is subjected to special impregnation even at the production stage. An additional curtain is a one-color product, most often in light shades with an antifungal coating. Before buying, be sure to make sure that there is an additional curtain in the kit. Otherwise, you will need to purchase it.

Today there are several available bathroom curtain mounts.

These products can be hung with your own hands if you follow simple guidelines.

• The bathroom curtain, fixed with hooks or ordinary rings, is the most popular variety. To install such a structure, a specialized crossbar is required. Small holes are made along the borders of the curtains, into which rings or hooks are inserted, so you can fasten the products. During installation work, it is worth considering the height of the curtain; additional trimming may be required.
• Fastening with magnetic clips. Elements of this format are externally similar to clothespins. It is a versatile option and can be applied to any type of bathroom curtain.

• Curtain with fastening by means of eyelets. This option is popular due to its comfortable operation. A grommet is a ring into which a pre-made hole is inserted. In order to make the installation, you need to purchase a rod and thread it through the holes.
• Another available mounting option is a screen with pockets, which visually resembles a curtain. The crossbar is correctly threaded through the folds into the product. This is a great option for camouflaging the crossbar.
• The original method of fastening is the use of chains. The only condition is a high ceiling. For a start, it is recommended to fix the cornice, into which the chains will later be inserted, a curtain is suspended from them.

• The PVC shutter is a budget option, but it has one significant drawback - it is completely impossible to clean. With prolonged use, the bottom edge of the curtain becomes covered with soapy stains, which are almost impossible to clean. These are beautiful and unusual products.
• Polyester curtain is one of the most demanded products. Considering the quality of the material, the polyester curtain is durable and does not require additional surface treatment.
• A textile blend bathroom curtain is one of the most expensive options, but it will definitely give the bathroom an effect of chic and luxury.

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