Choosing the best window treatment for your home
By HOUSPECT Building and Pest Inspections|October 25, 2018
Choosing effective, attractive, durable and affordable window treatments is not as easy as it sounds. There are cheaper options that last and look great, expensive options that let in the cold and come apart quickly, and then there is everything in between. To help you solve your window treatment conundrum, here are some suggestions.
Roller Blinds
Roller blinds are incredibly popular because they are fairly inexpensive and there is no fuss. You can purchase block-out, light filtering, and face mounted roller blinds. Each type of roller blind has its own advantages so check labeling to see what you are getting for your money. It also helps to check samples to get a better feel for the blind material.
Double roller blinds consist of two layers of blinds rather than one – hence the name. This type of blind allows for two different types of blind on a single bracket. You can choose sunscreen and block-out, or light filtering and block-out. This gives you the option of controlling the amount of light that enters your home.
Roman Blinds
Roman blinds look great in any room. They are fabric blinds which are drawn upwards, which adds to a room’s elegance when the blinds are open. There are different textures and styles available to suit every homeowner’s tastes. The cost of Roman blinds is largely driven by the fabric used, so there are options to suit every budget.
You can purchase Roman blinds in block-out, sunscreen and light filtering fabrics. The most likely issue you will experience is dust and dirt gathering in the blinds, which results in extra maintenance needs.
Venetian Blinds
There is a large range of materials and styles available in Venetian blinds. If you want to modernize your home, venetian blinds are a good choice. These blinds are usually durable with basic maintenance and care.
Manufacturers are starting to produce moisture resistant Venetian blinds, making the material much more durable in wet and humid areas. The great news is that these blinds are becoming cheaper than timber Venetian blinds.
Vertical Blinds
Vertical blinds are made from a number of different materials. Shop to your budget but, if you settle on purchasing vertical blinds, make sure the material is right for your home. For instance, there are vertical blinds which are made from thin plastic. These bend easily and are not durable in a family home especially if there are cats in the home.
Curtains
Curtains come in many colors, styles and designs. You can purchase curtains made from thick material or double fabric to help manage heat retention in your home. Due to the almost unlimited variety of material available in curtains, you are sure to find a price that matches your budget. Just make sure that the material is good quality so that it will last.
Shop to your Budget
Window treatments are not something that most homeowner’s change with the seasons. You want your window treatments to last. Make sure to check out different suppliers and try to get an idea of the quality of their materials. One of the best ways to find recommendations for suppliers of window treatment products is through word of mouth. Alternatively, to get a broader view of the best places to shop for affordable and durable window treatments check the internet and online reviews.
Roller Blinds
Roller blinds are incredibly popular because they are fairly inexpensive and there is no fuss. You can purchase block-out, light filtering, and face mounted roller blinds. Each type of roller blind has its own advantages so check labeling to see what you are getting for your money. It also helps to check samples to get a better feel for the blind material.
Double roller blinds consist of two layers of blinds rather than one – hence the name. This type of blind allows for two different types of blind on a single bracket. You can choose sunscreen and block-out, or light filtering and block-out. This gives you the option of controlling the amount of light that enters your home.
Roman Blinds
Roman blinds look great in any room. They are fabric blinds which are drawn upwards, which adds to a room’s elegance when the blinds are open. There are different textures and styles available to suit every homeowner’s tastes. The cost of Roman blinds is largely driven by the fabric used, so there are options to suit every budget.
You can purchase Roman blinds in block-out, sunscreen and light filtering fabrics. The most likely issue you will experience is dust and dirt gathering in the blinds, which results in extra maintenance needs.
Venetian Blinds
There is a large range of materials and styles available in Venetian blinds. If you want to modernize your home, venetian blinds are a good choice. These blinds are usually durable with basic maintenance and care.
Manufacturers are starting to produce moisture resistant Venetian blinds, making the material much more durable in wet and humid areas. The great news is that these blinds are becoming cheaper than timber Venetian blinds.
Vertical Blinds
Vertical blinds are made from a number of different materials. Shop to your budget but, if you settle on purchasing vertical blinds, make sure the material is right for your home. For instance, there are vertical blinds which are made from thin plastic. These bend easily and are not durable in a family home especially if there are cats in the home.
Curtains
Curtains come in many colors, styles and designs. You can purchase curtains made from thick material or double fabric to help manage heat retention in your home. Due to the almost unlimited variety of material available in curtains, you are sure to find a price that matches your budget. Just make sure that the material is good quality so that it will last.
Shop to your Budget
Window treatments are not something that most homeowner’s change with the seasons. You want your window treatments to last. Make sure to check out different suppliers and try to get an idea of the quality of their materials. One of the best ways to find recommendations for suppliers of window treatment products is through word of mouth. Alternatively, to get a broader view of the best places to shop for affordable and durable window treatments check the internet and online reviews.
