Having trouble deciding between blinds and curtains? Well, let us help you with our comprehensive guide that looks at both of these window furnishings. Remember, there is no right or wrong. It entirely depends on your own unique needs and tastes.
What’s the Difference?
Let’s first explore the main differences between the two to help you make your choice. Consider the following:
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Blinds – energy efficient, good light control, high level of security, easy to clean, good range of styles to choose from, externally fitted.
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Curtains – excellent for decoration, low level of security, harder to clean, more styles available, cords can be dangerous, internally fitted.
Factors to Consider
When deciding between blinds and curtains consider the following factors: room, look, size, privacy, energy efficiency, and illumination. Remember, both window furnishings have a huge impact on how a room looks and feels.
Many homeowners are now choosing to combine the two furnishings. Consider booking a free consultation to help you decide which look best suits you.
Style and Texture
Curtains give style and texture to a room. They can be incorporated into colour with the rest of your furnishings like upholstery or stand out as a contrasting element. Blinds come in various styles, colours, and textures, but they are not as versatile in design as curtains. Curtains give cosiness and a sense of warmth to a room. Being decorative by nature, they reflect a range of styles and preferences. Blinds, although less decorative, will make a room seem bigger as they are less intrusive. They fold out of the way more easily than curtains.
Light and Privacy
Blinds allow you unlimited control over light and privacy. Now with automation, it’s even easier. This isn’t the case with curtains. They require more shutting and opening. With blinds, you can control the height reached by sun rays as well as the angle. Noise levels can also be controlled more. Such adjustments do depend on the type of blinds you have. Unlike curtains, there is no need to shut off all the sunlight from your room with blinds. You can just open or use various angles to suit your needs.
Easy Maintenance
Curtains can be harder to clean as they require dry cleaning, ironing and hanging. Therefore, you need more time and motivation. On the contrary, blinds can be cleaned with a single quick wipe or dust. Running a hose over them on the exterior has also proved to be highly effective for cleaning and maintenance.
Small Spaces
Blinds make small spaces appear bigger than what they are. It’s an illusion that works by adding depth and height. This creates an effect that the ceiling is taller, the room feels brighter and windows look huge. It’s all about going high and wide. Incorporate such tricks for your small spaces.
Still having trouble deciding between blinds and curtains?, Let the team from Lahoods Window Furnishings help you. Contact us today!
