When you're changing he window coverings in your home, and you've decided to go with window blinds, you are faced with several choices. And if this is the first time you've installed blinds, you may be overwhelmed trying to figure out which style best suits your design goals. So to help narrow your choices, here are the most popular types of blinds on the market and what they can offer you.
Roller Blinds -- Roller blinds are typically made from some kind of fabric or cloth material, so they're a bit different in appearance from standard blinds, which are usually made from PVC or vinyl material. Roller blinds may sometimes be referred to as roller shades, and they are configured to 'roll' down from top to bottom. There's no limit to the colour choices with roller blinds, but you do need to be aware that because they are most often made from fabric, some colours will let in more light than others. For example, white roller blinds tend to be more transparent, which means someone from the outside could be able to see through the window, especially at night. But there are also roller blinds you can buy that are made from wood and bamboo that offer more privacy, but they do cost more money. You can also invest in blackout blinds, which shut out all light when they are fully rolled down.
Venetian Blinds -- Probably the most common type of blinds on the market, venetian blinds are made from PVC, vinyl or wood and have thin horizontal slats with a cord that lets you control the amount of light that enters a room. Venetian blinds come in a wide variety of colours, and are quite affordable. The wood variety of these blinds is more expensive, but you can also invest in composite wood venetian blinds, also known as faux wood venetian blinds, which mimics the the appearance of real wood but won't cost you as much as real wood.
Roman Blinds -- If you're looking for a more interesting and post-modern type of window blinds, then Roman blinds may be ideal. Made from material such as cotton, polyester blend, bamboo and silk, Roman blinds have the distinction of forming perfect horizontal 'stacks' or layers as you roll them up. But when they're rolled all the way down, they are smooth and flat. Because of the options you have in material, Roman blinds can suit a variety of decors. For example, silk is an outstanding choice for an upscale design scheme, as it's a material that makes your blinds look sophisticated and expensive.
For more information, contact a company such as Townsville Blinds & Awnings.
