Cassette roller blinds

Cassette roller blinds, characterized by neat design, compactness and modern design - this is the perfect solution for plastic, modern wooden and metal windows. A window with cassette roll-up curtains visually looks monolithic, one piece, which benefits not only the design of the window space, but also the entire interior. Let us find out why we consider the features of fabric rolls, their differences, scope, selection criteria and service rules.

What is and how different from the blinds?

The proliferation of PVC windows required the use of blinds that meet modern aesthetic ideas about the design of window spaces. Eurowindows with monotonous perfectly smooth plastic surfaces to drape with volumetric textiles were simply not necessary: ​​they already look very attractive.

The developers of cassette systems, in addition to models with horizontal lamellas, as in horizontal type blinds, but arranged according to the ladder principle, proposed modified products using a continuous cloth.

A common design feature of roller blinds is that they are equipped with a holding shaft for winding fabric. Models with a cassette mechanism are characterized by the presence of guides and cassettes for a fabric roll.

Roll curtains are not only an interior alternative to horizontal blinds.

Their installation is possible in places where textiles and blinds are unrealistic to hang because of the architectural features of window openings - these are ceiling, mansard, slanted windows, loggias and balconies.

Compared with horizontal blinds, cassette models have much greater advantages.

Benefits

The use of fabric rollt provides a number of positive points:

  • Safety operation. In such a design, there are no freely sticking / hanging elements that can injure due to improper or careless handling of the system.
  • Durability. The reliability of fixing all the details, the presence of a closed cassette box protecting the control mechanisms from external influences and the fact that contact with the fabric is minimized - all this increases the service life.
  • Extensive window decoration. The main task is to choose the right material. A variety of fabrics that differ in color, texture, light-protective characteristics greatly simplifies its solution.
  • Increased usable area. The tight fit of the web to the glass unit creates a feeling of free space, at the same time increasing its functionality. Fully open windowsill can be used for different needs, solving a variety of design problems.
  • Trouble-free service. Dust-repelling ability of fabrics, due to the treatment with antistatic, the vertical position of the canvas plus its tension - a combination that leaves dust little chance to sit on the curtains.
  • Quick installation without dust - during installation there is no need to drill windows, violating the integrity of plastic window sashes.

System design and components

In the original version of the product consisted of a fabric roll, brackets, control chain, lower bar. Roll curtains were repeatedly upgraded, practicing the introduction of improved adjustment mechanisms: with springs and motorized.

Modern systems are completed:

  • Decorative cassette box, inside which is rolled-up roll.
  • Guides: in some models they are provided, in others they are not.
  • Chain cord adjustment with a lock to open, close the roller shutter.

There are three types of control:

  • Two types of manual: with a cord (chain) or with a spring - elements that provide fixation and adjustment of the position of the cloth.
  • With an automatic electronic system that guarantees maximum ease of adjustment of filters.

Standard models activates the cord.

The advantage of instances equipped with a sensor is the ability to interact with the programs "Smart Home", which makes management even more comfortable.

Kinds

Fabric rolleta differ in a design, functionality, appearance:

  • Classic. Suitable for decorating any kind of window designs.Can be an effective zoning tool. Their solution does not provide for the presence of a decorative box (cassette), so when the fabric is twisted, it remains open.
  • Mini. Compact option of rolled curtains without a box. Scope: double-glazed windows, small windows. Are regulated by the chain mechanism. The device models Mini is characterized by the presence of small brackets. The lower part of the canvas is equipped with a steel decorative strip with magnets to fix the curtain when the window is folded back.
  • Mini-cassette. When PVC windows appeared, the blinds market was supplemented with roll-up curtains Uni, the bundling of which was supplemented with a closed box and guides. Miniature models completely solved the issue with the design of small window spaces.

Varieties:

  1. Uni-1. Scope - PVC windows with a minimum bead depth of 14 mm, with the exception of constructions where the beadings are semicircular or with oblique beads and skewing is over 45%.
  2. Uni-2. Designed for PVC windows, where the bead is semicircular, oblique (skewed more than 45%) or has a depth of less than 14 mm.
  • Zebra: Mini / Uni. The development of the interior design industry has contributed to the emergence of new materials and, as a result, innovative design products.One of them was the model of double fabric rolls day-night (Zebra / Combo), which is a double web of alternating transparent / opaque stripes.
  1. Mini - open type without box. Suitable for windows of any type, regardless of the depth of the bead.
  2. Unu-1 - closed type with a box. Installed on PVC windows with a bead depth greater than 14 mm.

As for the design of curtain rolls, the special attention should be paid to products with photo printing.

The technology of thermal transfer of the image in combination with ultra-high print quality gives an amazing result: any pattern is durable, rich and bright.

Fabrics

The range of fabrics is presented as economical options of fabrics, as well as exclusive designer samples of the corresponding cost.

Depending on the degree of darkening, they are:

  • Opaque - can block the penetration of the sun to 100%.
  • Dimming with different light transmission ability, reducing the intensity of the light flux, scattering the sun's rays.
  • Transparent / translucent, preserving the illumination of the room, while hiding it from prying eyes.

For the manufacture of roller blinds goes high-strength polyester (polyester). Its treatment with protective impregnations improves the performance of light filters.

Colors and patterns

Choosing the color scheme roll curtains, it is useful to take into account the latest trends in interior design:

  • Scandi design. Fashionable colors - all gradations of white, gray, warm gamut of pastel shades, accent - blue. Materials - mostly transparent fabrics with good light transmittance. When the room is oriented to the south, Blackout curtains are appropriate.
  • Ecodesign. Actual natural shades of nature. Day-night models with natural colors, flax or cotton products are optimal. Constructions made of aluminum, imitating the texture of wood - another good option for window decoration.
  • Multicolor. To support the game of rich colors, it is important to use rich fabrics of bright colors - monophonic, with prints dominated by acidic shades or stylish photo printing in the form of single large colors or compositions of them.
  • Transparent design. Indoors with transparent furniture and transparent accessories, the most logical thing would be to look at the rollers of transparent / translucent fabric - as an independent decor or in combination with textiles.Color is selected based on the overall palette.
  • Chic and glamor. Here attention is focused on the brilliance and luxury of gold. Premium products from exclusive fabrics are welcome. Models "Zebra" from gold / silver expensive materials, embroidered with lurex threads with fancy ornaments favorably emphasize the luxurious design.

The list of trend colors includes:

  • all grayscale;
  • black and white duet;
  • Marsala;
  • orange and red lines of the spectrum;
  • rich shade of blue;
  • purple tones;
  • mint;
  • shade of green apple;
  • golden.

How to choose curtains with cassette mechanism?

The criteria for the choice of roller blinds are the style of the room, aesthetic preferences and requirements for adjusting the level of illumination, taking into account the specific operating conditions.

The method of installation does not matter in principle, since all models with a cassette mechanism are available for installation inside the opening, to the wall and to the ceiling.

Therefore, it remains only to take into account the presence / absence of possible contradictions between the design of the shutters, the window material and the interior of the room. Everything must be in harmony.If the windows are wooden, the interior is dominated by wood trim, then it is definitely worth considering curtains with imitation of wood texture. For nano-style furnishings, models for plastic windows are optimally suited, fittings that mimic the surface of a metal, and the canvas shows a contrasting silver-black pattern or graphic 3D-printing.

Where can I use?

With cassette roller blinds there is no question at all about the appropriateness of their use in the interior of houses, offices and public institutions - restaurants, beauty salons, shops. This window design produces only a positive impression on others, not to mention the effect that roller shutters with photo printing can provoke.

The ideal fabric rollt model can be chosen for any living space - they will equally decorate the kitchen, bedroom, living room and nursery, supporting the interior solution in most styles.

Care rules

Fabric filters require minimal maintenance.

Tips for keeping shutters clean:

  • Hand wash, washing with a vacuum cleaner, dry cleaning services - to remove heavy dirt, no more than 2 times a year.
  • Weekly dusting with a regular vacuum cleaner with a soft nozzle.
  • Periodic airing of cloths.
  • Local treatment with delicate detergents - if necessary.
  • To remove fresh stains, use a regular / special eraser.
  • For fittings suitable liquid, which wash the window.

Regular care and household chemicals that do not contain chlorine help to preserve the appearance of light filters.

Beautiful window design ideas

Equipping windows with roller blinds creates soft, comfortable lighting that is pleasant to the eyes.

We offer successful options for using filters in the interior:

  1. The neighborhood of cassette curtains and traditional textiles is not only advantageous in terms of aesthetics, but also practical. When the weather is cloudy, the shutters are hidden in the box, thereby adding to the lighting of the room.
  2. Fabric shutters - an alternative to tulle for modern interiors. You can limit yourself to roller shutters without ordinary curtains: many styles greet when the windows remain as open as possible.
  3. If you want a balcony or a loggia to become the object of envy of your neighbors - use the capabilities of the Zebra models
  4. The spectacular design of the window spaces provide models of photo curtains.
  5. If the priority is to create a single design of the aperture - select the color of the components, consistent with the shade of the window surfaces.
  6. It is possible to dilute the monochrome interior with plain roller shades in bright, saturated colors.
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For the properties of Uni 1 cassette roller blinds, see the following video.

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