Shining the Light on Beaded Curtains
Beaded Curtains and door beads are very cool in certain
situations. They seem to be used most by college students in
their dorm rooms and those with an eclectic sense of style,
especially those looking for a more retro decor.
They were commonly used in the 60's and 70's and still have a
strong following today, mostly because of a rise in the
popularity of feng-shui decorating. Beaded curtains can be a
wide variety of styles and colors. They can come in wood,
plastic and bamboo as well as a few other styles. You can even
have patterns and images appear with the beading. A lot of
people find that making their own beaded curtains is relaxing
and fun, some even turn it into a money making business instead
of just a hobby. Making your own can be time consuming but
you'll also have exactly what you want; assuming you know what
you're doing.
Beaded curtains are often used in areas where a full door isn't
really necessary but you still want to emphasize a distinctive
line between the two rooms. In many movies you'll see them used
as bedroom, bathroom and closet doors. You can also use them
over windows, and if done correctly it can scatter beautiful
colors across your room.
If you're looking for a unique creative touch in your home, you
can pick up the basic materials necessary for beaded curtains in
most craft stores. Give it a try and see what you're capable of.
Here is a breakdown of the most common types.
Bamboo - one of the most popular materials because its very
lightweight. They also add an audible dimension with the
swishing sound they produce. They can be colored easily and are
often used to create designs within the curtains.
Acrylic - these beads are transparent molded colored plastic
that are used to make an unlimited variety of shapes. The
variety provides an unlimited range of themes for your curtain
style.
Wooden - these beads are also very popular in curtain
construction. They are tougher than bamboo and can also be
manipulated in all the standard ways; natural, painted, stained,
and carved.
PVC - these curtains provide less privacy due to having fewer
strands. They are typically hollow shapes.
Glass - more expensive than many other types but being true
glass they also add the dimension of sound in addition to visual
beauty. Be warned they are more fragile so walking through these
curtains often can damage them. They are best when used in low
traffic locations and not touched often. Due to their reflective
nature they provide the best opportunity for scattering light
across a room.
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