Your 2023 guide to buying blinds

This is your 2023 guide to buying blinds.

By New Homes Blinds.

Light Control

Firstly, we're going to be speaking about light control. Light control is very important as it allows you to have complete control over the atmosphere of a room. Light control can be categorised as letting natural light flow and blocking out natural light when needed.

We suggest that if you are trying to save energy and let natural light into your home, you choose roller blinds. Roller blinds open to reveal the full length of the window to allow the maximum amount of light in during daylight hours which means you will save money on rising electricity prices.💡

However, they also do very well at blocking out unwanted light when you are trying to go to sleep; they have great blackout options, which are sure to give you a peaceful night's rest!

Additionally, a great option for both light flow and privacy control are dual shade roller blinds. Combining sheer and opaque fabrics in one blind they allow you to control light freely whilst also maintaining some privacy!

Blackout blinds are the perfect solution for bedrooms as they give complete darkness to the user which allows for a quality night sleep. They are also useful in the summertime when days become longer, or if you are having a nap during the day. In essence, having blinds which fit your light control preferences is very important, so whether you need to save energy, or just get a good night’s sleep, consider getting blinds with good light control.

Design

Next, moving on to Design. Choosing a design for your blinds can be complex. However, we're here to help! Different blind choices offer different styles and variations; you need to choose the one to fit your decor!

We've split them into main categories that will appeal to the majority of people, simplistic/modern, professional and artistic/aesthetical.

The best simplistic and modern designed blinds are venetian, vertical and roller blinds; they come in beautiful colourways to match the decor in your home, and they truly accentuate the simple or modern aesthetic you're looking for!

If you're looking for a professional look, maybe in an office, venetian or vertical blinds will be your go-to; they are both functional, sophisticated, and easy to operate in an office or home setting.

Finally, artistic/aesthetic designs; if you're looking for unique styles and patterns, roman blinds will be your best choice! They come in various beautiful colourways and patterns; there is sure to be one which you will like. They truly are very artsy boasting many geometric style patterns and vibrant colourways but also have more neutral colours if that’s what you’re looking for. Another great choice are roller blinds, as with roman blinds they have many patterns and bold colourways for you to pick and choose!

Budget

Moving on to Budgeting. When choosing blinds, you must first consider how much you have to spend.

Simply put, we have blinds which suit all budgets, so whether that’s low or high we can accommodate. We will work with you to discuss your preferences, to work out what you truly want in terms of fabrics and colourways.

What you can do for us is work out the type of blinds which better fit your preference, and we will work with you to meet an agreement to get you the blinds you want!

Type of Room

Last but not least, your type of room. Different blinds have different purposes, which means some are better than others, depending on the situation.

In your bedroom you may want to block out all unwanted light and blackout blinds are great for this.  Roller blinds and roman blinds are great for this purpose. Make sure you get them fitted to your windows specific dimensions to get the best results.  

In your living room, it is essential to have blinds which are functional, and allow in natural light, but also allow you to adjust the light level. Our suggestion: vertical or venetian blinds. We suggest these as they will enable you to control the light level in your living room freely. These blinds allow you to let natural light in your room but also maintain privacy, which is beneficial if your house is looked over for example.

In your kitchen, we suggest vertical or roller blinds. Roller blinds are great as they typically come with an easy clean feature which means if any unwanted food or grease gets on them, it can be cleaned off easily. Vertical slats are easy to maintain and clean, which makes vertical blinds also very convenient in a kitchen.

Finally, in your bathroom, you want to stay away from woven fabrics as water and steam can penetrate them and cause mould over time. Instead, we suggest using faux wood venetian blinds, still having the aesthetic of a typical wooden venetian blind; they are made from 100% PVC, making them more compatible with the bathroom environment.

Thank YOU!

That was your 2023 guide to buying blinds. By New Homes Blinds. We hope it was helpful. :)

For any of your blinds needs be sure to check out our website for a free consultation; we would be delighted to guide you through the process. 😀