Metal blinds are the right choice for high traffic rooms where durability is key. They can last up to 20 years before needing to be replaced. Wood alternatives like metal blinds stand up to heat and humidity as well, which is why we recommend metal blinds for rooms like kitchens and bathrooms.
The most durable blinds and shades: Faux wood blinds and shutters. Our faux wood blinds are famous for their durability. They hold up well in humid areas, like bathrooms and basements and are easy to wipe clean, which makes them a popular choice for kitchens and dining rooms.
Metal. This next option combines affordability and durability. The price per window for metal blinds falls between $15 and $40, and they are much more durable than vinyl. With proper maintenance and care, a set of metal blinds can last a lifetime.
How Long Do Blinds Last? The average lifespan of window treatments is seven to eight years but homeowners may want to replace their blinds even before then. Otherwise, old and worn-out blinds in your Philadelphia home might become unsafe and unsightly.
Blinds. Faux wood blinds are an excellent window treatment choice for many reasons. They block the most sunlight, are very resistant to fading, and are a great way to protect your home from UV rays because they are UV resistant themselves.
Get vertical blinds, roller shades, or cellular shades! With traditional horizontal blinds, dust can settle on each slat... agitating pesky allergies, or forcing you to clean your blinds often. But vertical blinds and roller shades don't have a surface to catch dust, making them virtually allergy and maintenance free!
Natural wood blinds withstand direct sunlight and heat better. The North American hardwood or basswood, in this case, is the best. Natural wood has a lot of moisture and therefore it goes through a long drying process. Basswood is very good because it can be dried optimally without getting brittle.
So what's the average lifespan of blinds? Blinds, like shades, need to be replaced every few years. Often, you'll see signs of wear and tear on your window treatments that are a good indication they need to be replaced. We recommend replacing them every 6-8 years to ensure proper safety and ease of use.
But over time, direct exposure to bright sun can result in fabric fading occurring to blackout blinds, but this is something that happens (if it happens at all) over the course of years rather than months.
For readymade faux wood blinds, their lifespan can range between 2-5 years but other than if the wood veneer itself is of a particularly poor quality and starts to peel or acquire damage, will tend to last 3-5 years before requiring replacement.
Roller Blinds
Like vertical blinds, roller blinds are incredibly easy to maintain. These blinds come in a huge range of fabrics from blackout and waterproof styles to fire-resistant and thermal designs.
Some of the most popular options include roller blinds, Roman blinds, and Venetian blinds. Roller blinds are a great choice for rooms that receive a lot of sunlight, as they can be easily pulled down to block out the light. Roman blinds are a beautiful option for any room in the house, as they provide a luxurious look.
Shades are much more customizable than blinds. They're available with upgraded fabric collections, fabric wrapped valances to cover hardware, fabric fold styles, fabric liners and lift systems like top-down/bottom-up, cordless or motorized.
There are many different types of window blinds and shades out there. Which material you go for is one of the biggest cost factors. Vinyl, plastic, and synthetic blinds cost the least, while wood and leather are the most expensive.
The mixture of the materials makes composite wood blinds lighter than faux wood blinds and even offers more insulation. Considerably less expensive than real wood, composite wood blinds provide a realistic wood appearance, giving your home that warm, classic look. They are also both fire and moisture-resistant.
Roman shades are a designer favorite because they are made of fabric, so they offer a softening look similar to that of curtains, without dragging on the floor or getting caught up in the furniture.
The materials used in many cheaper blackout curtains, such as synthetic fabrics and chemicals, can off-gas and release harmful pollutants into the air. There are also concerns that these curtains may contain harmful chemicals that can be absorbed through the skin or inhaled.
Dark coloured blinds, especially black blinds, can have the opposite effect. They'll do their job in terms of privacy and light control, but the dark colour will attract the sun and could potentially add to overheating.
Waterproof roller blinds for bathrooms are the most popular choice among buyers overall, and these are made of waterproof PVC or vinyl fabrics respectively. The same is true for waterproof vertical blinds. Waterproof faux-wood blinds (a type of Venetian blind) are made of robust, solid and hardwearing rigid PVC.
The national cost of new blinds (both the blinds themselves and installation) averages $700-771 for eight windows (a “full house” job); $200 to $1,330 is a typical range. But of course, you can spend less or (a lot) more, depending on the style, material, degree of customization and tech features.
Remember that upward facing blinds do best when you are “up” and awake during the daytime hours; downward facing blinds are best when you are “down” and ready to go to sleep during the nighttime hours.
The short answer is: it depends! We recommend sticking to a common element in terms of color, fabric, or style. For example, if you want some blinds and some shutters, you could use the same color wood. For homes with varying styles in each room, you may want to focus on cohesion on a room-by-room basis instead.
Translucent blinds diffuse sunlight which increases your privacy from the watchful eyes of those passing by, as they will only be able to see shadows inside the room.
What are the best blinds for direct sunlight that wakes you up too early? Blackout blinds are what you probably need here, and you can get Roman blinds, roller blinds, and vertical blinds made as blackout blinds.
(Aero) Double Roller Blinds: Double Roller blinds make a fantastic addition to bedrooms that are frequently exposed to sunlight. They feature two layers of fabric in the one roller system, meaning you get twice the UV protection. For best results, pair a blockout fabric layer with a sunscreen fabric layer.