Guide to Choosing Perfect Blinds

Guest Contributor: Andrea Boffo, CEO of PlusVoucherCode

What are the perfect blinds for windows?

Blinds for windows typically have a series of slats or vanes that are stacked together and can be adjusted with the means of a cord, wand or remote control. They became popular in the 1980s and are still widely used in commercial spaces.

Given the plethora of blinds available in the market today, what kind should you buy to adorn your windows? Well, it depends on a number of factors. However, before getting into the things to consider before buying blinds, let’s look at the most popular that are available today:

Vertical Blinds

Vertical blinds consist of a series of slats that are stacked vertically and bunch up at the sides of the window. Although traditionally, these types of blinds for windows were often used in offices, they have become available in a diverse range of colors making them a good choice for residential space. Vertical blinds are perfect for covering wide windows, patios, French doors and sliding glass doors.

Horizontal or Venetian Blinds

In contrast, horizontal or Venetian blinds are slats that are stacked horizontally and bunch up at the top of the bottom of the window. They are easy to install and clean which makes it an ideal window treatment option for the kitchen. These types of blinds also provide homeowners with precise control of light entering the room. Venetian blinds are particularly suitable for small windows.

Panel Blinds

Another kind of blind that works well with large windows, doors and room dividers are panel blinds. These blinds for windows are not only a superb option for the living and dining room since it accentuates the décor of any setting, but it also makes a room appear large than it is. Maximizing the feeling of space in a room is essential for small houses with large windows. Moreover, panel blinds are available in an assortment of solid colors, patterns, and designs. Most experienced interior decorators recommend fixing windows with these kinds of blinds over large curtains.

Roman Blinds

Perhaps the most popular blinds available today in the market is the roman blinds. Unlike horizontal and vertical blinds, roman blinds are made of soft fabrics that create pleats on top. The fabric bunches up and creates a nice little flap on top of the window. Just like panel blinds, it creates an illusion of space which makes it suitable for windows in small houses. Roman blinds are elegant, stylish and provide more privacy than the other types of blinds.

Matchstick Blinds

Interior decorators know all too well that all human beings have an innate need to be connected to nature. Which is why wooden furniture, plants, and earthy colors have made their way into homes. Matchstick blinds feed into this need to connect with nature since it’s primarily made up of bamboo, reeds, jute, and grass. These blinds for windows give an organic and bohemian vibe to any residential property. It is a great choice for adorning windows in bathrooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.

Roller Blinds

Roller blinds are a great option if you want maximum privacy, a blackout when the blinds are down and to trap heat during cold winter months. It also blocks out the noise and is a suitable window treatment option for children’s bedrooms since it poses the least health hazard for little kids.

Things to consider when selecting perfect blinds 

1. Fabric
   The fabric is an important element to consider before purchasing a blind. For example, places like the kitchen and bathroom are often damp which makes roman blinds a less desirable option since its made of fabric. In comparison, horizontal blinds are easy to clean which makes it a good option for adorning windows in damp spaces like bathrooms.
2. Manual or Remote Control
   Modern blinds for windows now come equipped with a remote control that can automatically close or open the blinds. These battery-operated and solar-powered blinds are an excellent option for households that have the elderly or hard-to-access windows.
3. Privacy
   It’s important to ask yourself: How much privacy do you want? Roman and roller blinds provide maximum privacy whereas vertical and horizontal ones provide the least amount of privacy. It is also worth noting that the closer the slats are stacked together in a blind, the greater the privacy and the same is conversely true.

Perfect blinds for one family’s needs are not suitable for another. So, when you choose, make sure to consider things like the level of privacy you want, the amount of light and noise you would like when you enter the room and whether it can be easily used by children and the elderly. Also ensure that you chose a color, design or pattern that enhances the décor of your house.
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Andrea Boffo is CEO of PlusVoucherCode, a website that provides discount codes to save money on online purchases.