Home furniture for interiors
Fabrics play a very important role in interior decoration. Add color, comfort and aesthetic value to interiors. Interior design is all about colors and color schemes. The pattern and scheme are related to the type of interiors and the lifestyle of the person who resides in them. A good choice of fabric can make or break the aesthetic value. The market is flooded with various types of fabrics or drapes, whether they are Indian or international. Different types of fabrics are used for furniture, sheets, curtains or even a tablecloth. Take a look at the types of fabrics you can choose from in the Indian market that are currently in demand and the reason for choosing it.
It is the fabric that makes the difference.
There are different types of fibers that are called natural fibers and others that are called artificial fibers. Silk, cotton, linen, jute and cashmere are some of the examples of natural fibers out of all these, cotton and linen being the most popular fabrics. Natural fibers are easy to wash, clean, inexpensive and airy and are the perfect solution for a hot and humid climate. It is available in hand painted or embroidered pattern. Cotton has a matte appearance while linen has a shiny appearance. The other natural fiber is wool which is derived from the natural fiber of sheep and silk derived from the cocoon of the silkworm is available in natural colors which are dyed to produce beautiful shades and colors to be part of the designer’s collection. Man-made fibers mixed with natural fibers produce fibers that do not shrink and are wrinkle resistant, but are not suitable for humid climates due to their low absorbency.
color them
The fabrics are dyed with traditional techniques such as Bandini, Ikat and embroidery on them. The fabric is colored with technique and vegetable dyes. Bandini is also known as tie and dye where the fabric is tied and dipped in different colors to create different patterns and designs. The dyed fabric is then treated and spread out in the open air to dry. This type of dyeing is very popular for pillowcases and sheets. Ikat dyeing uses yarn to use colors in natural dyes and then it is woven into different patterns. In addition to sheets and pillowcases, it was also used to make lampshades and tablecloths. The only difference between the two dyes is that the woven cloth is dyed whereas, as in ikat, the thread is first dyed and then woven into cloth. Block print designs on bed sheets or pillowcases are also a nice colorful option to add color to interiors.
Embroidery used as a design element.
Embroidered sheets, tablecloths and pillowcases are very popular. A plain sheet or pillowcase is filled with floral and leaf designs with cotton and sateen threads using needles to create stunning designs. Every state has different designs and patterns such as aari work from Andhra Pradesh, Gota from Rajasthan, kantha from West Bengal, phulkari design from Punjab and Chikankari work from Lucknow are some of the famous embroideries in our country.
upholstery for fabrics
The fabric for the sofa and dining chairs should be chosen according to the weather conditions and the lifestyle of the customer. The busy household should choose cotton fabrics with less thread work, mirror work, or zardosi work, as it could be spoiled by constant washing and cleaning. The fabric used for the upholstery should be soft and comfortable for prolonged sitting. Leather should never be in places with a humid climate since it is not ventilated and gives a lot of heat since it is not porous, although it gives the furniture a very clean and orderly appearance. The bright color of the upholstery gives the room a contemporary and urban chic look.
Curtains for doors and windows.
Silk, cotton, polyester, or rayon are the most popular choices for drapes. Heavy velvet or jacquard fabric should be avoided in hot and humid countries. Although light colored free flowing sheers are the universal choice of many. Easy to maintain and clean, extremely lightweight, shrink and wrinkle resistant. Just wash it and lay it dry and then hang it up once it’s completely dry. If the flow from the curtain gets in the way and blocks the way, they can be easily tied back with bone or ceramic curtain binders, keeping them in place and also looking neat and tidy. Another advantage of sheer fabric over other drapery fabrics is that it doesn’t block natural light or air from windows or doors.
Carpeted floors always in style
Another way to add color and warmth to interiors is by placing a nice colorful rug in bold, bright colors to give the room definition and also to hide the floor it is placed on. Select rugs and rugs from the furniture store or order online. To give the floor an artistic and traditional look, you can buy a Persian rug or the rugs sold by local Kashmiri weavers in the comfort of your own home. They are handmade and come in some of the most impressive designs and add a traditional touch to the flooring of the house.
Choose sophisticated yet affordable fabrics for bed sheets, pillow and cushion covers, rugs and drapes to complete the look of stunning, updated interiors that will make others proud and envy.