Wood/Faux Wood Blinds

One thing every home buyer has in common is the need to have some sort of window
treatments. Although you there are thousands of different options for people to choose from,
over 60% of all windows are covered by some sort of window blinds. 

With so many different materials, style, and colors out there to block the heat and light, it can get a little confusing. We have made this guide for you to have an all-access view of everything you need to know before you buy your window blinds. From window fashions to the latest and greatest solar motorized shades, you are going to learn everything you need to know to make the right decision for your blinds. If you are looking for a quick list of the most popular blinds, and what we will be covering, you can check that out below.

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• Wood Blinds

• Faux Wood Blinds

• Cordless Blinds

• Vertical Blinds

• Custom Blinds

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As you can see from the list above, there is a lot to know about before you make your decision. There can be a lot of options and styles, so knowing what you want is going to be imperative in the decision process. Below, we will be covering what you need to know about each type of blinds.

Wood Blinds

Although wooden blinds are often frowned upon by the families with little children grabbing onto 

everything, they are typically the most popular blinds. The wood offers elite light-blockage, and also offers a nice combat against the heat. The weight of the wood gives you a nice added bonus of durability as well. Unless they are being tossed around by young children, the wood is typically going to last a very long time.

If you buy wood blinds that are attached to the vertical string, you will be able to manipulate the the angle that you block the glare, adjust the light control, and even have direct sunlight by keeping them raised. It is important to not put these wood blinds in high-humidity areas, especially when mixed with heat. This can cause the wood to
warp and crack.

Wooden blinds are ready-made blinds, so installing them is going to be fairly easy. We make sure you have the right measurements for the area that we are installing them in, so you are going to be setup for an easy installment process. It is going to be a perfect fit most times, but if for any reason something doesn't quite line up, rest assured that you are covered and we will make sure you get a perfect fit. Wooden blinds are the premier window covering, and they are always in style. The slats are durable, come in my different colors, and are easy to order. 

Faux Wood Blinds

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Faux wood blinds are one of the most affordable window treatments for new home owners. Before we get into the good and bad of faux blinds, we need to make sure you know what they are made
of. Faux blinds are made of either PVC or vinyl materials. They typically will have some
composite wood at the base of the slats, but these types of blinds are made to last the long
haul. Some faux wood blinds will also be made of pure vinyl or PVC in some cases as well. The advantage of that is the ability to put these in high-humidity areas. In places like a washroom, bathroom, and kitchen, these faux blinds are going to stand the test of time. You might not be able to tell a difference right away from regular wooden blinds, but over time, one will be warping and one will look as if you bought it last week.
Faux wood blinds are also very good for moving with ease, fire resistance, and even durable with
young kids. If you are looking for the wooden look without having to pay the extra amount, faux wood blinds are going to be a great option. 

Cordless Blinds

Blinds (and all window coverings we sell) are now all cordless, meaning there is not single string dangling down tempting children or pets to play and pull. This provides a much safer option for families with little ones around.

Although blinds may not be motorized, there are options to choose from to create the ease of lifting and lowering your blinds. There is a nice lift and lock option with a button that keeps them in place until the button is pushed and the blinds are lifted or lowered. There is also a simple option that allows blinds to stop wherever you stop your hand. This is a smooth and agile option with not loose cords and only a simply wand to open and close the blinds to let in/block out the light.  To move the blinds up, simply place your hand below the bottom and lift up. To bring them back down, simply grab the bottom and gently pull when you have found your preferred destination. It is smart, safe, and energy-efficient in every sense of the word.

Vertical Blinds

Vertical blinds are not the easiest to categorize. They come in all shapes and sizes, although
they all share one thing in common - the slats are all vertical, regardless of the material or the
size you buy. Vertical blinds nowadays are not the same thing they had in the 80's and 90's. They are updated and more user-friendly, along with being more aesthetically pleasing. 

Vertical blinds are mostly used for glass doors. They work perfectly, as they are cordless, for a
quick movement before you run outside to catch the ice cream truck or grab the mail. They
block out the glare and sun and are quite affordable for the utility they provide for
your home.

 

Custom Blinds
 

Custom blinds are the way to go if you are wanting a specific look inside of your house. You can get very specific about this, and making sure it is what you want and a color you need is going to be vital if you are paying extra money for the customization.

You will be able to choose from honeycomb shades and blinds, smart window blinds, motorized
window shades and blinds, solar shades and blinds, and much more. All of this is going to be
done with the help of window covering manufacturers and design consultants. ​​​​