Window treatments are one of the aspects in home design that we could try to explore when it comes to home decorating. However, for some, they still prefer to stick with the design basics, just like vertical blinds.
Vertical window treatments add height to a low ceiling room. These types of blinds are ideal for patio doors, bay windows, and sliding glass doors or windows. Plus, they are much easier to clean than horizontal blinds, thus making them a favorite option among home decorators.
Before buying vertical window blinds, though, you must consider the budget, the style of your house, and how long do you expect your blinds to last.
Choosing one boils down to your aesthetic preference. Here are some quick advice you can follow.
How long does it have to be?
Measure first your window frame. Blinds must cover the entire window to have a maximum privacy and proper control of light.
Primarily, you must know the two styles of vertical blinds: the inside-mount and the outside-mount blinds. The inside-mount sits in line with the window frame. While the outside-mount hangs outside the window frame. It looks bulky and spans larger area.
For inside-mount blinds, measure the window frame's length and width. However, for outside-mount, you could decide how long the blinds would be since you can drop it longer than the window. But to be safe, you might as well add up 1.5 to 3 inches on either side to ensure it overlaps.
Decide on materials.
Wood vertical blinds
Wooden blinds bring elegance to a room. It's popular in many homes, though wood is prone to mildew and easily fades with sunlight. It is also not advisable for covering multiple windows as it would be too expensive.
PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) blinds
This synthetic material is durable and comes in various colors. PVC is flame-resistant and ideal for your child's room.
Textile vertical blinds
Those who wanted to combine the softer feel of curtains and the sleek structure of blinds opt for fabric vertical window coverings. A vacuum cleaner could remove its dust, though stains are harder to clean.
Aluminum blinds
These types of material do not rust over time and are easier to clean. However, they could be noisy upon closing doors or when it's breezy with the open window.
The cost of vertical blinds varies with the materials, length, and the number of the windows where it will be installed. You can let the store staff do it for you or you could install it on your own.
Your windows are one of the most important areas in your homes that should be given proper attention to.
