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Blinds - What Are My Options?

By: Ross M. Goldberg Home | Home-and-Family | Home-Improvement


Blinds are becoming more and more popular as window treatments. Blinds are often layered beneath curtains, or left to stand alone for a clean simple look. Hands down, blinds are the most effective way to keep the sun and its heat outside while having versatile decorating appeal. None of this is probably news to you, but did you know that there are many different types of blinds to choose from? If you're in the market for blinds, then keep reading! You have a variety of options to choose from!

Venetian Blinds

When you think of blinds, the picture that probably comes into your mind is the standard" blinds which are usually some form or another of Venetian blinds. There are many options ranging from inexpensive plastic or aluminum versions to hand-crafted wooden designs. If you're in the market for standard" blinds, then you should shop around for Venetian Blinds.

Roman Blinds

Roman blinds are generally made out of cloth. They are controlled by a pull cord, just like Venetian blinds. However, instead of horizontal slats that fold up, Roman blinds rise up and down in a cascading fashion. These serve the same purposes as Venetian blinds while adding a touch of class and visual appeal that the standard models can't match. Roman blinds are an excellent option if you are looking for a combination of functionality and flair to dress up a room.

Roller Blinds

You may not realize that what you call shades" are actually Roller Blinds. Roller blinds are generally one solid piece of material that rolls up to let light in and rolls down flat to keep light out. Roller Blinds are perfect for someone who is looking for something simple and inexpensive with clean lines. Roller Blinds are also a great option as a subtle layer behind curtains. The quality of Roller Blinds varies just like any other type of blinds.

Pinoleum Blinds

Pinoleum Blinds are similar to Roller Blinds in the way that they roll and unroll. However, instead of being made of one solid material, they are instead made of wooden slats. Pinoleum Blinds offer the same simple structure as Roller Blinds, but can add a touch of elegance or ruggedness to a room depending on what look you are going for. If you've never heard of or seen Pinoleum Blinds before; I suggest you look them up!



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