Discover the different kinds of blinds, how to select the best window blinds for your needs and where to find them.

There are a few varieties of blinds for wood windows to select from, depending on the measurement and structure of the window, as well as the room and its general decorating style. Window blinds serve a number of uses, besides insulation and privacy, they also add visual appeal to our living area.

Wooden windows can fit into practically any type of window treatment, including genuine wooden blinds, faux wood, those with metal slats, fabric and vertical blinds.

For larger windows, patio and sliding doors, vertical blinds are wonderful for maintaining your privacy as well as for allowing in light. They can also be installed within the frame, or over top of the window glass.

For wood windows that face the sun, purchase blinds that are fade-resistant, or room-darkening blinds. Authentic wood blinds are an alternative that provide warmth and comfort, with some having a cloth tape option to add additional color.

Although it is popular for most styles of decorating, one of the downsides of blinds for wood windows is that many types of blinds are troublesome and require drilling a few holes into the wood for the brackets. If you redecorate regularly or may be changing window treatments again in the near future, the extra holes may be a problem. Besides running out of room on the wood for other brackets for blinds as well as any sheers or drapes that are also being hung, the wood may split from the extra pressure of the blinds.

The general cost of blinds for wood windows will depend on the type of blind used, the size of the window and how many windows will need covering. Of course the larger the window, the higher the price. However, for one extra wide window, consider using two blinds of equal size as opposed to one, along with additional window treatments such as sheers or drapes so it will appear as if only one blind is hung.

For the budget minded, faux wood blinds work well with any size or style of wooden window, as do mini blinds, which are usually made from metal alloy, or a durable vinyl blend. Metal mini blinds are more expensive than those created from heavy plastics and vinyl, although they fare well in high traffic areas and are usually made from spring-tempered aluminum.

Aluminum blinds for wood windows come in different thickness gauges and a rainbow of colors. The one inch size is a in demand choice for aluminum mini blinds, or even the half inch micro blind that’s commonly used in bathrooms or kitchens, while the two inch Venetian style is used most often in living and dining spaces.

John Roberts is the author WindowBlindsArchive.com. Visit his web site for more free tips on selecting the right type of windows blinds for your home.

By John Roberts    Published: 11/22/2007

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