The Different Types of Blinds to Choose From

March 7, 2022

There are lots of different types of blinds to choose from, which can make it hard to find the right blinds for you. The best blinds for your needs often depend on a few different factors such as your budget, the look you are after, durability and practicality or where you want the blinds to go.

The style of your blinds can impact the ambience of your entire room, so it's important to take note of the atmosphere you want to create, what room you are using them in and the kind of events or activities you will be using that room for, such as sleeping or watching TV.

In this article, we’re going to take a look at the most popular type of blinds today to help you decide what blinds suit you.

Roller Blinds

Roller blinds are an excellent type of blind that offers good protection from the sun and elegant, simple designs. They look classy and refined when lowered and offer excellent discretion when raised, which makes them a great option for large or small windows.

For simple day-to-day usage, a single system is great. If you want some additional style and practicality, a double system is a great option because it allows you to add a dimension of colour. A screen fabric behind to filter light during the day and providing privacy and a block-out fabric in front to fully block-out light and extra privacy at night.

Perhaps the biggest benefit of roller blinds is the wide range of fabrics and colours. Most roller blinds come with multiple material choices, including polycotton, polyester, PVC and vinyl, which means you can tailor them to the environment they'll be installed in.

Vertical Blinds

Vertical blinds are a great option for tall windows, patio doors or sliding doors because they offer a good degree of vertical privacy and allow for light adjustment. These types of blinds can be customised to fit into any space, so size isn’t a concern. They use single drapes so if one is damaged, it’s easy to replace.

Some great ways to style these blinds include:

In a home office or study to make the space feel more 'work-like'
Choosing brighter colours so they're a centrepiece
Using matching or complementary rugs to make the space feel more homely

There is a wide range of fabrics that vertical blinds can be made from, such as blackout materials to keep the sun out or allergenic materials if you’re prone to allergies.

Roman Blinds

Roman blinds are designed using horizontal panels of fabric to create a beautifully bespoke look that can be raised or lowered. This is a very neat-looking type of blind that works by attaching each panel with battens to keep the blinds uniform.

Roman blinds are an excellent blend of practicality and visual appeal, adding elegance and style to any space.

You can choose to hide these battens or expose them for additional aesthetics. In terms of style, there are lots of ways that you can make Roman blinds a little more bespoke. From using unique fabrics that allow for light filtering to vibrant textures for your blinds, Roman blinds are an excellent blend of practicality and look.

Venetian Blinds

Venetian blinds feature horizontal slats that allow for light adjustment. They are endlessly versatile and come in a wide range of styles and designs. The most common options are aluminium, timber and EconoWood.

Aluminium blinds are economical, practical and very strong. They’re also very simple to clean and maintain. Timber and Econowood options are durable and look fantastic and can offer a refined aesthetic with the right finish.

Some ways you can style Venetian blinds include:

Adding a curtain overlay to soften them
Having them fitted inside the window frame to create a neater finish.

Panel Glides

Panel Glides are perfect for family and living areas. They are sleek, modern, wide panels that look great on sliding doors and wide high windows. There is a wide range of fabric choices available in block-out or light filtering options.

Need help finding your perfect blinds? We can help!

If you’re struggling to decide on the best blinds for your home, our experts at Blinds N More are here to offer professional advice. With so many choices available, we know it can easily become overwhelming. Whether you're building a new home, doing a complete remodel of a room in your home or you simply want to update your existing blinds, we can advise you on the best solution for your needs.