Tuesday

Blackout Roller Blinds

It is not easy to choose the right window treatments today, since there are so many different types and models available. The choices, costs and stores are so many, that it makes you want to buy the nearest thing just to get rid of it all. The feeling is there when you are looking for blinds, curtains or any other type of window treatments. What would help in choosing the right blinds would be some good information, right? Well, this is one place where you can get them.

I know it is difficult to think outside the box when it comes to buying something that will solve your problems. For example, you want to do something with your windows, but you are stuck with curtains and regular wood blinds. Is that the best you can get? Actually you can. Vinyl and vertical blinds you already tried. But what about blackout roller blinds?


blackout roller blinds
I do not want to say that roller shades are a new thing, but they are to most of us who never used them. We know that a vinyl roller shutters are here for a long time, but they are not really decorative. But the times have come to a different level of decor, and this means that new materials are now involved with some old products. You get contemporary look and this is what can make your rooms a whole lot better. This is where blackout roller blinds come into play. You can get one that is nearly see through but you can also get one that will completely block the sunlight.

The functionality is the main advantage here, besides the ability to block sunlight and noise from the outside. You get a chain driven clutch system that will help you maneuver your blinds. You are free to buy a motorized system, but be aware that it will cost you more. Well, I guess that a remote control sun blocking is worth the money.

The usual treatment is that you get cassette system that covers and conceals the roll inside. It looks classy and it has decorative look. When it comes to styles and colors, you can choose them by yourself because the options are numerous. For example, a Hunter Douglas light camel color blackout roller blinds are a good choice. You only have to choose the color that will match your outside walls so it fits well into decoration.

You can choose to mount roller shades inside the window too. It is a bit more convenient and is not so unattractive. Be careful about the measurements though, because it has to fit your windows well. Double check the measurements and do them on three spots instead just on ine place. It is possible that the width won't be the same at the top, middle and bottom.

I hope you got a bit closer to your final decision when it comes to blackout roller blinds. The choices are numerous but that is your advantage since you can make a fine decor. Matchstick and cellular blinds really add up to the atmosphere of your home, besides being practical and blocking the sunlight and outside noise.

Complete Blackout With Blinds

When it comes to blocking sunlight, there is no better solution then blackout blinds. They are specially made for this purpose and can be used for many other purposes, like blocking the outside sources completely during the day and night. Some of you think that curtains can do this too, but that is not the truth. Simply because some sorts of light are too powerful and the curtains will hardly close the entire window. The best solution here are blackout blinds.

If you are one of the people who works throughout the night and needs some rest, you might be interested to try them. Or if you need complete privacy, then blinds would be a good choice to put them in bedroom or in a bathroom. You won't have to worry about a thing after you place them on your windows. And when it comes to privacy, there is one thing people often forget about blinds. The noise from the outside will be blocked with them. Yup, you won't have to hear all the traffic and yelling anymore. Besides the windows, blackout blinds will keep you relaxed and stress free from noise.



Another advantage you will appreciate is the energy saving you will attain with these shutters. They will manage to retain the warmth in your home and reflect the hot air and sunlight during the summer. These are great advantages and it is no wonder that blackout shades became so popular. The demand is rising since they are cheaper then ever and do a better job when compared to drapes.

There are different types of blackout shutters. For example, honeycomb, wood, vertical, aluminum, natural grass and bamboo blinds. And the patterns that you can choose from are also many so you will be able to find one that matches your home decor. And when it comes to price, it all depends on the type and pattern you choose.

Installation

It was thought that the sun blocking is easy thing to do. Just place some wood blinds inside the window and that's it. But the truth is quite different. It is because when you shut the openings and there will still be some light coming inside. It would come through the side openings of the window and then you just wasted your time and money. To solve this problem, you have to put blinds outside and at least 3 inches should be spanning over all sides. This can be also done by using hold down brackets.

Another interesting thing you can do is to convert your window blinds to blackout shutters. You will need some money of course, but it is an easy task. You will have to attach a blackout lining on the backside of your shades. You will have complete darkness for sure, the only thing that wil hurt you here is the price. But if you want to keep your current shutters, this is the way to do it.

Wednesday

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Monday

About Blackout Blinds In General

Blackout blinds are the next big thing. So here's what I think might work.

What you do with roman blinds and shades is your own decision of course. I think it could be really cool to set them up and enjoy in a hot summer day. But can they block sun completely? That is the question we're facing. You were probably excited at first about cellular blinds but once you learned about the size of your window, you became a bit worried. Will it cover the whole window? And at what price?