Choosing Window Blinds


by Cathy Caughie - Date: 2007-01-04 - Word Count: 431 Share This!

Are there times when you walk into a house anywhere and feel great just because you are there? This could possibly have something to do with the owners but most of the time there is another reason for this. The complete package of the house, the decorations (interior and exterior), the fabrics used and overall the general feel of a place is comfortable and your total perception can change and you can relate to spending time there.

Although Initially you may not be able to determine or reveal just what it is you like so much about the place, but you know in yourself you have that feeling of happiness and comfort. My suggestion is to check out the blinds or curtains, and maybe these are contributing to your overall feeling. You could believe that it's impossible that the blinds or curtains alone would create this big effect on a living area but they can and will alter the whole essence of any room.

What is your idea or concept of blinds? Is it a flat dated piece of canvas or pieces of plastic or wood that can roll up, pull up and lowered by cords, well you will have to update your views. Blinds now come in a huge variety of designs and styles, from Venetian, Vertical blinds to Roman blinds. You can also source these in a variety of materials from wooden, fabric and metal. So if you are considering redecorating whether interior, or exterior, don't underestimate the effect you can get with these varieties, and have fun with the colors and designs available. A couple of things you will need to consider before making your final choice on the purpose and function of your blinds and what you need them to do.

1. Block out light.
2. Let light in and out.
3. Privacy. Do you need to be able to see out or stop prying eyes seeing in?
4. Soundproof. Wood or heavily lined fabric muffle noise
5. Insulation. Heavy-duty blinds also have an insulating effect.

When you have chosen the material for your blinds, then you can have a great time choosing your colors and designs. These must be of the correct style and design to have the effect on the total ambience and environment in your room. You can use blinds on their own, or team them with curtains or drapes and many other fine pieces and decorations to produce your own original effect. Of course all of this will be determined by your budget and time. So consult a home decorator or a great website to get information and helpful tips is http://www.blindsace.com


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