More and more people have begun paying
attention to what are considered to be good practices in interior design when
decorating their homes. Everything must fit, from the furniture and rugs to the
colour of the walls and the window coverings.
The window blinds tend to be one of the
most problematic elements, when it comes to interior design, as many home
owners never really consider the importance of choosing appropriate ones.
Most people either choose the cheapest ones
they find, thinking that if anything were to happen to them they could be
easily replaced, or extremely expensive blinds, considering that a high price
means high quality. Unfortunately, this is not the case.
The best blinds are usually both cheap and
high quality, as long as they are made from high quality materials and their
mechanic parts are simple and durable. Wooden blinds are
often the best choice due to their versatility. The aluminium ones, even though
they have a more modern look, have a number of disadvantages.
They have sharp edges which can cut skin,
they can be easily bent and are difficult to straighten back and they tend to
heat up when in sunlight. The biggest disadvantage, though, is the fact that
while they were once considered interesting and professional, aluminium blinds
are now viewed as distasteful.
Every
detail is important
Wooden blinds are perfect for an elegant living room, a cosy bedroom or a rustic
kitchen. Wood fits in pretty much any room regardless of its aesthetic design.
From a functional point of view, these can
serve multiple purposes. Depending on how they’re set, they can either block
out the light, or simply filter it. They are extremely durable, especially when
compared to the aluminium ones and they are completely harmless.
The fact that they’re built from wood makes
them ideal for summer, as they do not heat up when in direct sunlight for
extended periods of time. Also, they are extremely easy to clean. Soap, water
and a piece of cloth are usually enough.
Aesthetically, these blinds are elegant
enough to go with any type of furniture. Those who dislike the feel of real
wood, or consider that they are too expensive, there are faux hardwood
variants. They look just like the real ones and are cheaper, but not by much.
Most interior decorators will usually
choose the real hardwood blinds, though. As with any other type of blinds,
these too can be manual or electric. The electric ones will be a bit more
expensive, but are worth the extra money. It is important to remember the fact
that, while all manual blinds come with a lifetime guarantee, the electric ones
will usually be guaranteed to function for a couple of years.
