Window blinds are an essential part of every interior. Apart from practical purpose on preventing sunlight and unwanted eyes entering your living space, the appearance of window blinds can have a tremendous visual impact so you need to carefully choose the right one.
They come in various colors, designs and shapes. In today’s market you can find window blinds made from different kinds of materials. The majority of them are made of man-made materials, most common being PVC and metal. However if you want to add warmth to your room, you should certainly consider wooden window blinds.
An exception are rooms with a lot of moisture, like kitchen and bathroom. Wooden blinds might not be the best choice for such conditions, but if you still want to keep the same style, it is worth considering blinds made of faux wood – which give you the same appearance but are resistant to moisture.
Wooden blinds usually come in natural wooden texture and color and fit perfectly in interiors that already have a natural theme or contain a lot of natural materials. There could be notable differences among the wooden blinds as well, like different finish which gives them a different stain tone, or they can be even painted in specific color to match your existing décor. The choice of wood used to make the blinds is also important. Blinds are exposed to sunlight and temperature changes and cheaper or not properly treated wood will warp in such conditions making your blinds not only ugly-looking but almost useless as the mechanism might fail to function, so look for the blinds that are made from naturally hard wood such as basswood. Apart from being hard, the wood material should not be heavy for obvious reasons.
The slats can vary in size, most common being 1″ and 2½” slat sizes. Which one you choose is a matter of personal preference more than anything else, but keep in mind that wider slats provide a better view once opened. They also come with rounded corners if you prefer them that way.
Carefully check the mechanism used to tilt or lift the blinds as it is essential for proper function of the blinds. They should open and close easily and lift smoothly. There are several types of lifters, but the quality is more important than the type of the lifter.
For hard to reach places, extra convenience or just for those who want to go a step further, there are also motorized lifters that allow you to tilt or lift your blinds using a remote control.
There are many places online that offer a wide selection of wooden window blinds or even specialized in this kind of blinds.
Whichever you choose, wooden blinds will add that extra touch of comfort to any room.