Curtains or Blinds

You want your windows covered to make the room more complete, but which should you use curtains, drapes or blinds? Curtains are usually flimsy see through material and need to be washed frequently. Draperies on the other hand need to be dry cleaned. Heavy drapes need to be taken down and reinstalled after they are cleaned. Spiders with spider webs live in curtains and/or draperies. Possibly those are the main reasons that most people have switched to window blinds.

Window blinds are easier to clean especially with the modern dusters, and if dusted regularly dirt doesn’t build up on them. The blinds can be adjusted to close completely or open completely without obstructing your view inside or out. If privacy is desired, then the blinds can be adjusted so you can see out, but no one can see into your rooms.

Blinds are composed of vertical or horizontal sheets that are attached and function in unison. In the winter you may want your blinds open to allow the sun to warm your house or office. In the summer it would be better to close them to keep the hot sun out. Whether you desire the vertical or horizontal blinds you will receive the same results when adjusting the blinds. That is almost impossible to achieve with curtains or blinds. They are either open or closed with nothing in between.

Blinds deflect the heat more effectively than the other alternative. There are numerous styles and types of blinds, many with attractive colors or patterns to enhance your rooms. Another added benefit for those who have allergies or breathing problems like asthma, the blinds are cleaner and don’t attract dirt or dust. They also can insulate the room from outside noise or echoes in the room itself.

In today’s busy world window blinds seem to be the choice of many because of the modern look they add to a room. The option of either opening or closing them appeals to many. The most popular blinds are made of anodized aluminum, and are a great deal cheaper than curtains or drapes. However there are blinds made of other materials such as vinyl, wood, bamboo, and even curtain blinds. The choices are limitless, and you can purchase them ready-made or have them custom made to fit your needs, and they are easy to install.

When you consider the care and cost that curtains require compared to blinds that may help you make your final decision.

Golden West Custom Shutters specializes in Orange County blinds, Los Angeles blinds and San Diego blinds.

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