Blind Choices / Styles

Window Blinds

What comes to your mind when you hear the word Window Blinds?

I bet the word evokes the images of slats, one above another, moving up or down in unison. The term “Venetian” may flash in your memory.

Your model of window blinds is consistent with mine. Let me add three more defining elements to make this image vivid

  • You tilt-open and tilt-close the slats.
  • Slats are usually made of wood, aluminum or synthetic material.
  • Modern day blinds come in beautiful finishes to create a warm and inviting home decor.
Window blinds slats - You tilt-open and tilt-close the slats
Window blinds slats – You tilt-open and tilt-close the slats

You get degrees of light and privacy control from slat style window coverings. Slats operate at an angle to let in more or less light (more or less privacy).

Window Blinds vs. Shades

You will find the term window blinds and window shades used interchangeably. I prefer the distinction between them. Window shades use a soft material instead of slats.

In case of window shades, you roll the shade fabric up or down. There is no tilt-open and tilt-close position.

Slats offer intermediate positions—tilt-open and tilt-close the slats.

Window Wood Blinds Slats - Rich Wood Grain Beauty, Slats Tilt Open and Close
Window Wood Blinds Slats – Rich Wood Grain Beauty, Slats Tilt Open and Close

Window Blinds Choices

Blind choices vary based on the slat material—wood, synthetic material or aluminum.

Wood Blinds

Do you gravitate towards natural beauty?

Slats made from real wood are nature crafted. Each hardwood slat features a unique fingerprint—whorls, knots, and grain.

Window Wood Blinds Family-room Area - Each slat shows wood grain and nature's beauty
Window Wood Blinds Family-room Area – Each slat shows wood grain and nature’s beauty

With wood blinds, you set the tone for your living spaces—from rustic to ultramodern. Wood blinds charm your decor with visible wood grains, rich stain colors and natural warmth.

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Composite Wood Blinds

Do you strive for a smart alternative to wood slats?

Composite Blinds are made of modern materials that offer enhanced durability. Slats will not fade, yellow, warp or bow.

Window Composite Blinds Dining-room - A window covering choice that is a smart alternative to real wood blinds
Window Composite Blinds Dining-room – A window covering choice that is a smart alternative to real wood blinds

If you want the appearance of wood in rooms with high humidity, composite wood blinds is a beautiful choice.

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Faux Wood Blinds

Do you want an affordable alternative to wood blinds?

Faux-wood blinds offer a sturdy and cost-effective choice for your windows. You have the choice of both solid colors and wood grain colors.

Window Faux Wood Blinds Bathroom - Faux Wood window covering choice is excellent for areas with high moisture
Window Faux Wood Blinds Bathroom – Faux Wood window covering choice is excellent for areas with high moisture

They are great for high-humidity areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, or laundry rooms.

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Aluminum Blinds

Do you want a basic level of privacy and light control?

Aluminum blinds offer good light control and clean, streamlined looks.

Window Aluminum Blinds Dining Area - Sleek, thin aluminum slats in range of colors, finishes and textures can complement any decor
Window Aluminum Blinds Dining Area – Sleek, thin aluminum slats in range of colors, finishes and textures can complement any decor

Modern-day Aluminum blinds differ from the commonly held idea of “Venetian Blinds”. You will find special finishes, textures, and sleek range of color hues.

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Vinyl Blinds

Designer vinyl choice offers extra- thick PVC slats for improved privacy, durability, and energy efficiency.

Window Vinyl Blinds Family Room - Window Vinyl Blinds Family Room - Easy-to-clean, 2" slats, Vinyl Blinds are available in a wide selection of on-trend colors
Window Vinyl Blinds Family Room – Easy-to-clean, 2″ slats, Vinyl Blinds are available in a wide selection of on-trend colors.

Vinyl blinds pair well with Vertical Blinds.

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Vertical Blinds

Vertical vanes move from side to side rather than moving up and down.

When you traverse vertical style window coverings to one side, you get the most unobstructed view. This makes them great for patio door openings with sliding doors and other wide expanse windows.

Window Vertical Blinds Dining Area - Vertical vanes traverse to left or right and offer good light control. Vanes are made of fabric, sheer, or vinyl.
Window Vertical Blinds Dining Area – Vertical vanes traverse to left or right and offer good light control. Vanes are made of fabric, sheer, or vinyl.

You have three choices for vertical vane material – fabric, sheer, or vinyl vanes. They form a perfect top-to-bottom solution.

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FREE In-Home Consulting

You can see all the above window blind choices right in your home.

We offer FREE In-Home Consulting for that reason. You get to explore the styles and see it all in your home setting.

Are you ready to see these style of blinds in your home? Schedule our In-Home Consult and explore beautiful choices.

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