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Window Treatments: Choosing Curtains or Blinds?

Window Treatments Choosing Curtains or Blinds

Window treatments have the power to transform a room in both dynamic and subtle ways, giving your space the finishing touch, it deserves. After spending so much time on the perfect furniture, rug, paint color, and so on, window treatments are often not given that importance. If they look great and do the job of opening and closing, that is all that matters, right? Wrong. 

Just because they serve a utilitarian purpose like giving you the privacy you need from neighbors or keeping the harsh sunlight out, does not mean they can’t look good too. The right window treatment can make or break the overall look of your space and tie your entire room together.

This is a difficult choice when you are in the middle of a renovation or just craving a brand-new window treatment. When you decide to do so, choosing between blinds and curtains can be quite a difficult choice. One thing is for sure, it ends up adding significant value to your abode, improves the aesthetics, adds character, and elevates the ambiance by several notches. With an array of choices available, choosing between the two can often be a dilemma.

Blinds:

Lucky for you, we offer blinds to complement your space and provide you the privacy and control over the light that enters your home. We offer:

·       Wood blinds

·       Venetian Blinds

·       Vertical slat blinds

·       Vertical PVC blinds

Curtains:

We offer you an array of exquisite curtains to match well with our collection of curtain hardware essentials:

·       Rods and poles

·       Traverse tracks

·       Motorized drapery tracks

·       Motorized shades 

·       Motorized stage curtains

·       Flexible tracks

·       Medical curtain tracks

Blinds Vs Curtains: 

Overall Aesthetics:

There is no doubt that curtains add that charm and elegance to any room. Being ideal for blocking any light and for maintaining privacy, they serve several functions and are available in a wide range of colours and fabrics as well. However, they also tend to look outdated after a while. On the other hand, blinds accentuate the décor of any room, especially the bedrooms. The simplicity and elegance of blinds ensure that they can remain in style and endure the test of time.

Functionality:

Curtains can come in a variety of automatic closing mechanisms which makes it easy to open and close them. They are effective at blocking harsh sunlight during the summer while retaining heat in the winter months. Blinds help reduce solar glare and improve daylight penetration.

Cleaning & Maintenance:

Cleaning curtains can be a little difficult especially if there is any mold or stains. The light vacuum helps in removing dust and other dirt build-up. They need to be washed in a washing machine or dry cleaned. With a simple wipe down with vinegar and water, it is enough to remove dust, grime, or any other stains on your blinds. They require more routine care and must be cleaned frequently. 

Design & Room dimensions:

The best thing about curtains is that they go well with many different design themes, especially for a contemporary and minimalist interior. They are ideal for larger rooms with wider spaces. Blinds can be created from fabric that matches the other furniture in the home. A Venetian blind is better suited for a study room or a home office. It is advised to use blinds if any furniture is below the window, such as sofas, beds, etc… as they are a better choice for small, humid spaces like the kitchen and bathroom.

Lighting & Sound Factors:

To get the best possible light control, remember to install a layer of sheer materials to let light in during the day, and then a layer of heavy hangings that you can draw at night to keep the light out and get a good night’s rest. Blinds expose the entire window and let in the maximum light but you can control the light entering your space.

Both curtains and blinds can help to block out exterior noise by absorbing it. Especially heavyweight, densely woven materials like velvet perform better than screens.

Pricing:

Curtains are more expensive since they require more material and take longer to install. Cotton ones are more affordable and easier to maintain than silk and linen. Blinds need less material and take less time to fabricate and install. Another advantage is that material expenses will decrease if you use plastic ones instead of wood or any other.

Summary:

In the end, the choice is yours. Both add a sophisticated dimension to windows and can elevate virtually any space. So, if you wish to beautifully enhance your surrounding architecture, and add a visually stunning vibe to the interior’s furnishings, please go through our window treatment services.

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