In some interiors the canopy performs a symbolic function. As an option, a structure consisting of the upper part is used. As psychologists say, even a simple canopy will create a feeling of security and comfort.

Solving how to hang a canopy, it is necessary to first determine the location of the bed.

Advantages and disadvantages of the canopy

Baldahin is a construction above the sleeping place, which consists of descending draperies and fastenings.

Canopy performs not only aesthetic function, but also others:

1. Protect the sleeper from sunlight.
2. Used to balance the proportions in the room. In the presence of high ceilings, such a canopy will visually make them lower.
3. Baldahin zoned space. When using a studio apartment separates the sleeping place.
4. With the help of a canopy, a screen is made that hides a sleeper from prying eyes.
5. Protects from insects.
6. Delays the flow of cold air.

When mounting the structure, there are the following disadvantages:

1. The material accumulates dust, so the canopy will often have to be washed.
2. Do not use if you have allergies.
3. In small rooms reduces space.

Ideas for creating a canopy

Baldahin is represented by the following constructions:

• in the form of a dome of different shapes;
• a ceiling cornice is used;
• Frame frame is used.

It is important to choose the right color palette and material so that the product harmoniously fits into the interior.

Stylish solution

Baldahin suitable for bedrooms, made in the following interior styles:

1. The fabric canopy emphasizes the oriental style.
2. The classic interior involves the placement of a canopy at the head of the head or along the perimeter of the frame structure. This makes a canopy frame made of natural wood. Select a complex framework with carved legs. Draperies are used from satin and brocade fabrics, which are decorated with lambrequins.
3. The bedroom in the Mediterranean style is decorated with a canopy, which consists of a coarse framework and light transparent fabrics.
4. A canopy is used when decorating a children's bedroom for a girl. At the same time, the thematic interior is used.
5. The canopy in the modern interior is made simple. The frame is made of metal or wood, on which light fabric is thrown.
6. For a country style interior, a bed with a frame made of wood and a lacy canopy is suitable.
7. The frame with legs in the form of columns is used in the antique interior. The canopy is made of long and white draperies with lambrequins.
8. Used canopy as the basis of the style of Boho. A canopy with fringe and folds is used.

Suitable design data for rooms in a romantic style. It is worthwhile to think over the covers in the bedroom, which will be combined with the chosen design.

Color spectrum

When decorating a canopy, it's worth picking the right color. In this case, a color is chosen that positively affects the quality of sleep.

A universal option is snow-white fabric, which will give an elegant room.

An unusual solution is a canopy matched to the color of the walls.

A canopy is also used as an accent. In this case, a bright fabric is selected:

• Black and red colors will give the interior of passion;
• the shades of the sea and turquoise will bring tenderness;
• blue colors have a soothing and cooling effect.

A combination of canopy colors with shades of curtains, upholstery and bedspreads is popular.

Baldakhin own hands

Before you start creating a canopy, you should choose the optimal design from the following options:

1. Ceiling products are arbitrary compositions of various shapes. Ceiling cornices are used as fasteners.
2. The classic variant of the canopy is the construction on the supports, created in the form of a tent - a tippet. Suitable for spacious rooms.
3. The wall canopy is fastened by means of a rod or a cornice to a headboard. It looks in small bedrooms.
4. Console hanging canopies are a round or rectangular element that is attached to a wall or ceiling and keeps drapery.

For sale canopies complete with a bed. At the same time, the cost varies from 40 to 200 thousand rubles for simpler models. And the price for sets of expensive materials and complex designs starts from 300 thousand rubles.

It is cheaper to design the product yourself. Before this, it is worth to learn: how to make a frame for the canopy.

• For sewing you will need a frame, fabric, sewing machine and decorative elements.
• The length of the fabric should be more than the perimeter of the bed.
• The edges of the fabric are tucked and stitched on the typewriter. The canopy is draped with ribbons.
• For decoration, fringe, textiles or a garland for the canopy are used.

The frame is made in two ways:

1. The metal bar is bent in the form of a semicircle or the letter P. It is attached to the fabric. The bar is fixed above the bed.
2. The hoop is used for embroidering a large diameter. A cloth canopy is attached to the outer circle.

The web is fixed with a profile pipe or metal tubes.

Regardless of what type of fastening is chosen, it is worth considering security. Fasteners should be strong, so that the construction does not fall on the head of the sleeper.

Creating canopies is not a complicated process. Correctly picking up materials, you can create a beautiful design. In this case, the canopy adds comfort and romance to the interior.

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