Wood Venetian Blinds

Wooden venetian blinds can be expensive. There are some that are affordably priced, but you don't want to compromise with the quality of the product that you'll purchase. More and more homeowners and interior designers are choosing this type of blind, mostly because of the major strong selling point of wooden products: its eye appeal. You can also choose to customize it any way you choose.

Before you hit the stores, here are the reasons why wood venetian blinds are enjoying an increasing popularity:

1. They are very durable and are highly resistant to denting and crackling as long as you take care of them properly.

2. They give a contemporary look and feel to any home.

3. They come in more designs and styles compared to blinds made from other materials, such as PVC and aluminum. They come in a wide array of wood types to complement any home theme. You can choose to match the hue of the blinds to the wood trim and furnishings of your home to give it a more uniformed feel.

4. They will prove very functional in all types of weather. They allow maximum control over the amount of sunlight going through your windows, because the strips of this type of blind can be angled and twisted from perpendicular to flat.

5. You can also buy them custom made in the market if you have other specifications that you want to meet, like unusually-shaped or sized windows. Custom made venetian blinds will not only increase their functionality, you will also have a wider selection as far as styles and designs go. You can have your custom made blinds match the other wood in your home perfectly.

6. When choosing wooden venetian blinds, it is advisable to go for those with wider strips. This translates to more distance from top to bottom on horizontal blinds, and side-to-side on vertical blinds, allowing more light in to make a room sunnier when fully opened, and blocking light completely when needed. In addition, they are simpler and easier to clean.

Once purchased, you should know how to properly care for your blinds so they will remain beautiful and functional for many years. Regularly clean them to avoid dust and dirt buildup. This is simple to do; all you need is a soft cloth, a brush, or a clean duster. You may also choose to attach the brush to your vacuum cleaner to take off the dust. Others use wood polish.

Avoid washing your blinds or soaking them in water. Although your blinds were sealed and treated for protection, soaking them in too much water can cause them to bend, warp, or twist. The best thing to do is to use a clean cloth to ensure that all water has been removed during every cleaning.