Skyrock.com
  • HOMEPAGE
  • BLOGS
  • PROFILS
  • CHAT
  • Apps
  • Music
  • Sources
  • Videos
  • Gifts
  • Log in
  • Facebook
  • Google+
  • Create your Blog

doorsandwindows

Masquer See profile
Pictures of doorsandwindows
  • Follow
  • Send a messageMessage
  • See profile
  • More options ▼
  • Share
  • Give a gift
  • Block
  • Subscribe to my blog
  • Choose this background
  • 1 sources
  • 15 fans
  • 7 awards
  • 126 tags
  • 42 articles

Created: 13/09/2013 at 4:08 AM Updated: 18/02/2018 at 7:19 PM

Return to the blog of doorsandwindows

How To Select The Perfect Window Blinds For Your Home

Shopping for window blinds in Lakeland, FL is not always easy, especially when there are so many random options available as it seems. If you have ever taken a trip down the aisle at a local home hardware store, you may have noticed that there are several things to consider when it comes to selecting the perfect window shutters and blinds for your rooms. Below, you will find some quick advice to help you get started.


1. Budget
Budgeting is important when it comes to blinds. The most affordable blinds are vinyl and you can purchase one for a couple of dollars. However, fancy blinds made from wood can cost over a hundred dollars. You should never push your budget and if you can't afford fancy blinds for all of your rooms, that's okay too!


2. Slats
The average vinyl blinds have small slats that don't always filter light the best. In fact, they are probably the most appropriate if you're looking for privacy. However, if you want your room to be well-lit by natural light, wooden blinds usually have wide slats that allow for quite a bit of natural light to shine through.


3. Size
The size of the window blinds does also increase the price. The wider the window blinds are, the more expensive they will be. This is something that is true for blinds of all quality and pricing.


4. Light Filtering
Most blinds have a rating for how much light they can filter out. Of course, using some common sense can come in handy. The wider the slats, the more light you can expect to shine through.


5. Construction Material
Blinds can be purchased made from different types of materials. One of the most common ones that you will find in apartments, hotel rooms and the average household are all made from vinyl. They are very affordable, but not the easiest to care for. Blinds can also be constructed from bamboo, and the most expensive are made from wood. Of course, natural wood blinds are usually special order and cost quite a bit.


It is not hard to find the right blinds for your windows, but you need to know what to look for. Never just assume something or randomly start buying blinds, unless you know the size of your window and what you want your blinds to do. Just keep in mind these tips, and you should have no trouble making the right selection.

http://youtu.be/0vIO5wz9Yko
Tags : window blinds in Lakeland FL, window shutters, replacement windows, Installing custom blinds, Shades, window coverings, roller blinds, UV rays, interior designers, home owner
​ 0 | 0 |
​
0
Comment

#Posted on Wednesday, 20 November 2013 at 8:35 PM

  • Friends 0
  • Tweet
  • Comments
  • Hearts
  • Remix

More informationDon't forget that insults, racism, etc. are forbidden by Skyrock's 'General Terms of Use' and that you can be identified by your IP address (34.229.175.129) if someone makes a complaint.

Log in

Preceding post

Next post

My archives (42)

  • Looking For The Perfect Style For Your New...
    Looking for the perfect style for your new ho...
    Fri, November 08, 2013
  • Use The Best Residential Garage Door...
    There are a lot of reasons why a homeowner ma...
    Wed, November 06, 2013
  • Garage Door Repair Service
    There are a lot of companies out there that w...
    Mon, October 28, 2013
  • Finding The Best Garage Doors For The Best...
    Just after our son had gotten his driving...
    Mon, October 28, 2013
  • Home remodeling is great way to go
    Choosing a contractor for your renovation is ...
    Mon, October 28, 2013
  • Roller Blinds Offer Beauty for your Home
    Installing custom blinds and shades...
    Mon, October 21, 2013
  • The Benefits of a Replacement Garage Door...
    Garage door maintenance is crucial to the sec...
    Fri, October 18, 2013
  • The Benefit of Installing and Maintaining...
    Installing an overhead door can add...
    Wed, October 16, 2013
  • Previous
  • Next

Design by the-skyrock-team - Choose this background

Report abuse

Subscribe to my blog!

RSS

Skyrock.com
Discover
  • Skyrock

    • Advertisement
    • Jobs
    • Contact
    • Sources
    • Post to my blog
    • Developers
    • Report abuse
  • Info

    • Here you are free
    • Security
    • Conditions
    • Privacy policy
    • Manage ads
    • Help
    • In figures
  • Apps

    • Skyrock.com
    • Skyrock FM
    • Smax
    • Yax
  • Other sites

    • Skyrock.fm
    • Tasanté
    • kwest
    • Zipalo
    • oMIXo
  • Blogs

    • The Skyrock Team
    • Music
    • Ciné
    • Sport
  • Versions

    • International (english)
    • France
    • Site mobile