From our friends at Bargain Blinds Kansas City.
The two most popular blinds homeowners use are roller and zebra blinds.
Let’s look at each and see what works for you!
What is a Roller Shade?
A roller shade is a window treatment that consists of a flat piece of fabric that rolls up and down to cover or expose a window. Roller shades are a popular choice because they can complement many interior designs and are available in a variety of colors, textures, and shapes
Here are some features of roller shades:
* Operation Roller shades are controlled by a chain, motor, lift cord, or spring mechanism. When raised, the fabric rolls up onto a roller cassette at the top of the window
* Light control Roller shades can be used to block out all light or allow some light in. They come in a range of opacities, from sheer to blackout.
* Installation Roller shades can be mounted inside or outside of a window frame.
* Customization Roller shades can be customized with decorative hems, wooden valances, braided cords, and designer patterns.
* Safety and convenience Some roller shades are motorized or have cordless technology to make them easier to use and safer for children .
BONUS INFO!
* The history of roller shades can be traced back to the 1800s when the “spring roller window shade” was invented in the United States
What is a zebra shade?
Zebra shades, also known as zebra blinds or dual sheer shades, are a type of window treatment that combines the features of roller shades, blinds, and shutters:
Appearance: Zebra shades have alternating stripes of sheer and solid fabric, giving them a zebra-like pattern.
* Light control: Zebra shades can filter light and darken a room, and you can adjust the amount of light by raising or lowering the shade.
* Privacy: When closed, zebra shades provide moderate privacy.
* Operation: Zebra shades are made from a single piece of fabric that rolls up and down. They can be operated with a cord lift system or cordless.
* Other features: Zebra shades can be UV protected, fade resistant, wrinkle resistant, and humidity resistant.
* Uses: Zebra shades can be used in both homes and offices.
Once you have decided upon a window treatment style, it’s time to decide how to mount it!
Primary Blind Mounting Options
• Inside Mount: Offers a sleek, fitted look by placing the blinds inside the window recess.
• Outside Mount: Ideal if you want to cover more of the window or need to hide imperfections around the frame.
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About the author:
Bargain Blinds has over 30 years of Home Improvement experience, we
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treatment selections for both
residential & commercial
applications. We are family owned
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values & principles.
Our goal is to simplify the
process & make your decision seamless, budget conscious & unique to your style. Whether manual or motorized, solid or sheer, patterned or plain, our specialists have the expertise to bring your vision to life.
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