The Ins And Outs Of Wooden Blinds

One of the most beautiful and therefore popular type of window coverings available on the market today are wooden blinds

. With a simple design consisting of slats manufactured from real wood operated by a functional control system, wooden blinds prove efficient in keeping sun rays away from the designated spaces while adding a touch of style and even complementing existing furniture and flooring.

First of all, wooden blinds are nowadays available in two designs, horizontal and vertical wood blinds and can be purchased in both ready made and made to measure dimensions, which adds to the versatility of these products, as they can be safely used to cover not only standard windows but also windows of untypical dimensions and even doors, while still providing the desired level of sun protection.

In the manufacturing process of wooden blinds a wide diversity of wood essences are used, but mainly basswood, which is afterwards tinted and processed to resemble other wood species, such as oak, maple, pine and cherry. Basically, a wood window covering is made of a series of horizontal and flat wood slats that are interconnected by several ladder strings. The number of string can differ from product to product, according to the width of the blind. The control cords found in the structure of the wooden blind are responsible for the lifting and tilting of the slats. This system enables the homeowner to adjust the opening of the slats to allow various amounts of light to enter the room.

Although the main function of typical window blinds is to keep the light out, venetian wooden blinds are also popular for the aesthetic addition they bring into the room. Usually found in natural, distressed, lacquered and matte designs, wooden blinds can be found in custom colours including blues, greens and reds, designed to enhance the overall appearance of the interior even more. Moreover, you can nowadays find a diversity of customization options to equip your blinds with, such as matching coloured pelmets, toggles and bottom and head rails. Another decorative feature available for wooden blinds are the fabric tapes which can be purchased in numerous tones, helping you achieve a unitary or contrasting look for the blind, designed to meet even more the specific characteristics of your interior design.

Vertical wooden blinds on the other hand bring other advantages to any house where they are used. While venetians offer an uncluttered look to any room, vertical blinds in wood usually give the illusion of larger spaces. These blinds can be used to cover windows, doors and even as room dividers. Made from carefully treated wooden vanes, this particular type of verticals is appealing due to the fact that they do not need bottom weights or chains, resulting in a more elegant overall appearance. Staking positions can vary while all components are usually coulour coordinated.

Apart from their functional operating and aesthetic characteristics, wooden blinds are also good natural insulators, helping you achieve a constant temperature and therefore a comfortable living environment all year long. While the most popular type of wooden blinds are venetian ones, wood blinds are also available in vertical formats and even faux wood styles, which is a far more cheaper alternative to real products. In terms of installation, wood blinds can be installed either on the adjacent wall or onto the ceiling. For longer versions, such as those used for covering doors, it is highly recommended for the venetian wooden blind to be secured at the bottom using special brackets.

Given their numerous properties and customizable features, wooden blinds make a versatile and distinctive looking window covering to integrate inside residential spaces.

by: Kim Lindley

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