Different Types of Blinds and Their Uses

Most people use blinds as the finishing touch to their living rooms or bedrooms, while other people use them to grant privacy or filter light. If you are one of these people, you probably want to know which type of blinds you should be complementing your home. In this article, we take you through some popular types of blinds that suit a modern home and throw light on each type's main uses.

Different Uses of Blinds

Blinds are not the same as shades. Shades are made of fabric and provide less heat insulation; they are cheaper and easier to clean. Blinds, on the other hand, can block heat, keeping you more relaxed in warmer months while keeping the heat in during winter. 

Blinds are versatile and functional. Here are some benefits of installing blinds in your home:

● Blocking or blacking out the light. Blinds are excellent for controlling the light level in your home through shades that provide similar light control properties.

● Heat control. Depending on the type you choose, you can cut down your utility bills by keeping out heat or keeping it in.

● Privacy control. Blinds come with various privacy levels, perfect for a bedroom, bathroom, living room, and full privacy adjustments. In contrast, others allow the blind to be raised entirely and give you an entire open window.

● Easy use. Blinds are controlled by pulling on a wire or a cord or multiple cords, but there are other options out there, including fully automatic blinds. 

Now you know what they can do, let's take a look at the different types.

Venetian Blinds

This type is often used in houses and offices—Venetian Blinds made of wooden, metal, or plastic slats suspended at an equal distance apart. The distance between each slat can vary based on choice, and they can be tilted or adjusted to different angles to control light. Venetian blinds fit any room in the house. They are controlled by pulling a wire hanging from the top of the blinds on the left. The slats can be customized or adjusted to give more functionality when you pull the cord and raise or lower them. They come in two sub-models (Mini Venetian Blinds and Micro Venetian Blinds) suitable for use in a bathroom window or similar smaller options. 

Roman Blinds

They are considered a more sophisticated type of blind, and they sure add a little elegance wherever they are installed. They function through a fabric piece that unfurls to become flat and cover the window block light and heat. For the best heat control and insulation, roman blinds are the most appropriate option. They are also most suitable for cold areas or rooms due to their extraordinary ability to trap heat in winter because of their fabric design. When these blinds are raised, the fabric folds and stacks underneath itself, creating even folds or pleated slats. A multiway chain controls the blinds, and the fabric is available in many designs, patterns, and materials. 

Consider this type if you are looking for functionality and style at the same time. You can install these blinds in places like your living room or the dining room, and they add an elegant aesthetic to the room. 

Panel Blinds

Adding a more fashionable look, Panel Blinds serve more than practical use. They are used to bring more charm into an office or any other room, and they are often hung on glass doors or sliding patio doors. This type of blind is designed and crafted from thin fabric and hangs vertically through broad outspread pieces that lay against each other. Panel blinds are often cheaper than different types of blinds and the most economical option while still offering some style and substance. They are also easier to clean than other types of blinds because of their thin fabric.

Roller Blinds

A simple sheet that can easily be rolled up or lowered to cover a window completely. Roller blinds work by pulling a small string to roll down or lift the blinds, and they are attached to the window frame, wrapped around a pole that hangs over the edge. They come in various styles and patterns and look for a budget option and easy installation.

Most types of blinds or shades offer similar functionality, but some models bring you more than just the basics and offer you extra shading, temperature control, and beauty too. The choice of the blind is down to you. Do you need to block out the light? Want to lock in the heat? Are you after a noise dampening? Or, do you need something that will match your decor? As you can see from our guide above, there are numerous options out there. The only thing left to do now is choose the best type for your home and go out there and buy them.