The Best Blinds to Enhance the Style of Your Home

Whether your home is move-in ready, newly built, or ready for renovations, most homeowners crave plenty of natural light and large windows. That said, the best way to distribute lighting, create safety and security, and tie in the style of a living space is with blinds.

Homeowners may have different opinions on what element joins a room. But everyone can agree that stylish and durable blinds are the key. Therefore, it is a safe bet to suggest that blinds top the short list of simple products that enhance any space. Lighting is an important and essential component in any room, as it brings out the ambience of a room and illuminates the space for security and warmth.

Regardless of the shape and size of a house window, whether they are handcrafted, fixed, projecting or arched, all these accessories benefit from blinds. In addition to the style and size of the window, other aspects influence the best product for a home. From installation and budget to aesthetics and trends, there are few variables to consider before purchasing window accessories.

With so many prices, trends, and styles on the market, it can be easy to get overwhelmed by seemingly endless options. And there are also several points of purchase: online retailers, physical hardware stores, and specialty stores for the blind. On top of that, homeowners also want to consider privacy and visibility with these window treatments. These factors can seem quite intimidating, but the average homeowner shouldn't feel discouraged one bit.

We collect the specs, styles, and inexpensive products that any homeowner needs to know. With our expert advice, anyone can find the perfect window accessories for their home. Then you're ready to make a stylish and functional accessory the focal point of any room in your home.

What you should know before buying

Not sure where to start to get the best window accessories for you and your home? Review the essentials checklist below.

#1. Measure windows and specify the number of accessories needed

Keep track of all essential measurements and the exact number of window fittings required to keep the shopping process easy and smooth. This will influence your budget later.

 

#2. Determine the desired levels of privacy and natural light

Do you want some rays of sunshine in a room or do you prefer it to be bathed in the sun? Longing for sheer, blackout, or sheer curtains? Or are blackout curtains a must because of work hours? Will these future window accessories affect the greenery and plants in your living space? And how much privacy are you looking for?

 

 

#3. Define your budget for accessories, installations and maintenance.

Is there any flexibility in your budget? How many discretionary funds can you reserve for this project? Do you want curtains for one room or for the whole house? When determining a budget, add money for general maintenance and any installation tools or support you may need.

#4. Consider blinds or curtains based on the compass location of your home

Take note of the light in your home: do you have more light facing south or more light facing north? Are there certain spaces in the home that require more substantial window accessories due to functionality, privacy, guests, older relatives, or young children?

 

#5. Keep a short list of necessary security options:

If there are very young children in the home, consider cords and other accessories that should be kept out of the reach of little hands. Security options can also include circuit breakers and smart controls.

#6. Select styles that enhance your Space:

Here's the fun part - what's your home style? Do you envision light and airy spaces with Scandinavian sensibilities? Sleek, trendy and trendy? Utilitarian and functional? Elegant, detailed and baroque? Define styles and trends in your budget that will complement the style of your home and bring the room together as a focal point.

Blinds - as Window Accessory Options:

Blinds are similar to blinds in that they both provide protection from light and privacy. Blinds typically come in wood, bamboo, and soft fabric textures. Blinds have the effect of a more cozy and intimate feel, and are perfect for creating quiet, oasis-like spaces.

 

Shade Options for Home:

#1. Woven Bamboo Blinds:

These eclectic fixtures are often cordless and kid-friendly, while providing optimal lighting and a privacy filter.

#2. Roman Blinds:

Roman blinds are classic yet elegant and bring warm softness to any space, while providing optimal functionality and security with light filtering, privacy, and wireless features.

#3. Pleated Blinds:

Pleated blinds can come in various materials, such as paper, plastic, and fabric. An important advantage of this particular window treatment is that the installation process is very simple. This accessory does double duty in blocking light and offers UV protection. This device is also cordless and kid-friendly.

More Shade Options:

Do you need more shade options? Other types of blinds also include blackout blinds, honeycomb blinds, roller blinds, sheer blinds, and solar shades. If you need accessories for outdoor spaces and patio enclosures, explore outdoor blinds.

Roller blinds:

Blinds also offer light filters and privacy, but there is a big difference; blind accessories are considered a stronger and more durable option, usually made of wood, vinyl, and other materials. Blinds offer adjustable components, usually slats, to control light flows and privacy.

1. Vinyl blinds:

This type of blinds may be the most classic style known. Vinyl blinds in vertical, horizontal or Venetian style slats are some of the most economical, durable and long-lasting options for a home.

Vertical blinds can work perfectly with large windows or sliding glass doors. By contrast, Venetian blinds are a popular style as they are easily customized to fit any size window and their slat size easily adjusts depths and light ranges in no time.

Both products can be wireless and also have customizable slat widths and lengths, making them perfect additions to any space or personal style.

2. Insulating blinds:

Do you need to block the light with a stronger light filtering function? Opt for insulated blinds for maximum light control and privacy.

3. Magnetic blinds:

Easy installation is a main selling feature of this device. A simple open and close option, this shade attaches to any steel surface with PVC slats for maximum durability. This accessory is ideal for blocking light in additional spaces such as interior porches, covered patios, sunrooms, work rooms and more.

4. Roller shutters:

For a more relaxed and hippie chic look, bamboo roller blinds add calming touches, while allowing for light filters and privacy at the same time. If roller blinds aren't your thing, but the wood texture appeals to you, opt for 2-in-1 wood blinds that bring the aesthetic of vinyl slats with an elegant wood look and texture.

5. Zebra Blinds:

Large curtains allow massive amounts of warm natural light to cascade into a room, without sacrificing privacy or style.