As you consider new window coverings, you will discover the vast amount of materials and designs especially when you want your window coverings to be stylish. You’ll find everything from roll up shades that attach on the inside frame of your windows to shutters that are installed on the outside. Then there are the exterior shutters that enclose the window entirely, or have no other function than to be ornamental.
You can layer the entire window coverings or many can simply stand-alone. As you compare vertical or horizontal blinds, you may remember the horizontal metal venetian blinds of the past. It’s doubtful that anyone makes those anymore because their replacements are so much more attractive, easier to clean, and cheaper to buy.
The aluminum mini-blinds have been popular. They open and close, by turning a rod to slant the blinds open or closed or in between. The entire blind slides open by pulling on a heavy string. Those strings can break over time and the blinds themselves may bend out of shape.
So if you plan on the blinds lasting for many years, you may want to consider other materials.
Vertical shutters are one of the most versatile window coverings. They can be made of wood, vinyl, bamboo and even fabric. You can paint the wood
shutters and the vinyl shutters never need painting. They customize the shutters to fit your windows that will give you privacy besides the ability to block the sun out of your home entirely. They can be open by swinging out to leave the window bare.
Many people prefer curtains and/or drapes that add a stylish finish to their windows. There are many styles and colors ready-made to fit many
windows. There are many companies that specialize in custom draperies and curtains. You can choose the materials and they will come to measure your windows to ensure an exact fit. Installation is available and they will even provide the rods.
Look for companies that are familiar with all of the above. They will offer suggestions and samples of the materials that will best suit you and your home. You can go brief, or install several layers to make your window covers unique and stylish.
Of course you can always purchase and install your own window coverings. Whenever you order custom-made items from anyone, you should insist on a contract that will explain exactly what the company will do for you, the materials used, and the time they will install them.
Never pay them in full, but pay a reasonable down payment with payment in full when the job is completed.
Raymonde Draperies specializes in
San Diego draperies,
San Diego blinds and
San Diego window coverings.
