This CSS effect, which I call "Raise the Curtains," creates a visually striking transition on scroll. The background shifts from dark to light, while the sticky content above transitions from light to dark.
Here's how it looks in a real-world application: [link to example - replace with actual link if available]
Ready to learn how to create this effect? Let's dive into a simple HTML and CSS implementation.
HTML Structure
For clarity, we'll use a simplified version:
<div class="curtain">
<div class="invert">
<h2>Section Title</h2>
</div>
</div>
This uses a .curtain container for the background effect, an .invert child element for the sticky content, and an <h2></h2> for the heading.
CSS Variables
We'll define CSS variables for easy customization:
:root {
--minh: 98vh;
--color1: wheat;
--color2: midnightblue;
}
These variables control the container height (--minh), light color (--color1), and dark color (--color2).
Creating the Curtain Effect
The .curtain element uses a linear gradient for the background split and min-height for extra bottom space:
.curtain {
background-image: linear-gradient(to bottom, var(--color2) 50%, var(--color1) 50%);
}
.curtain::after {
content: "";
display: block;
min-height: var(--minh);
}
The ::after pseudo-element creates the illusion of extra space, ensuring the sticky content remains within the container.
Implementing Sticky Content
The .invert class styles the sticky content:
.invert {
position: sticky;
top: 20px;
mix-blend-mode: difference;
display: flex;
align-items: center;
justify-content: center;
min-height: var(--minh);
}
h2 {
color: var(--color1);
}
position: sticky and top create the sticky effect. mix-blend-mode: difference blends the content color with the background gradient, creating the inverse effect. Flexbox centers the content.
The mix-blend-mode: difference creates an inversion effect. For a visual explanation of mix-blend-mode values, see this CSS-Tricks Almanac demo: [link to CSS-Tricks demo - replace with actual link if available].
Demo and Considerations
A live demo showcasing the effect can be found here: [link to demo - replace with actual link if available]
Important Notes:
- Images within the sticky content might not render well with color inversion. Consider using SVGs or transparent PNGs.
-
mix-blend-mode: differencedoesn't work well with certain properties liketransformon the container.
This technique offers a clean, browser-compatible solution for creating a visually appealing "Raise the Curtains" effect using only HTML and CSS. Let me know in the comments how you'd use this effect!
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