subject: Roman Blinds Gives A New Look To Your Window [print this page] Roman blinds can be used for adding a new dimension to your interior decoration. They are elegant and classy. Roman blinds are the oldest form of window dressing. In the history, these were used to adorn the windows of the Roman emperors.
In the past, roman blinds were used to hung in the windows during summers to reduce heat in one's room. Usually they were hung damp to reduce heat absorption. Hence, roman blinds were made of fabric that holds water for longer period.
Roman blinds, however, are no longer used to keep the rooms cool but still these are widely used in decorating windows. Now-a-days, a wide variety of roman blinds are available in the market, in all possible shades. One can also choose the right weight of the fabric that would suit his/her requirement.
Cordless roman blinds would definitely add a touch of elegance to your room. Now, remote control and touch rise system roman blinds are available to allow one to raise the blind effortlessly. This new system allows one to do away with the clumsy cords and can be operated effortlessly even by kids.
Now since a wide variety of roman blinds are available in the market, it can be quite difficult for one to choose the right kind of roman blinds for his/her purpose.
Ideally, the blind should compliment the colour of the walls and the soft decoration. Hence, it is important to choose the appropriate shape and colour.
If your walls are of pale colour, dark colour roman blinds would add the necessary warmth to the room. On the other hand, dark colour roman blinds against dark colour walls would create an illusion of a smaller room.
To avoid confusions in choosing the right kind of roman blinds, many prefer to use the roman blinds kit to make their own blinds. It gives them the freedom to choose the right fabric, colour and shape.
The popularity of roman blinds has actually increased with time, mainly because of hassle free maintenance. The remote controlled roman blinds are ideal for high windows, where it could be difficult to operate otherwise.
