Types of Window Blinds

Window blinds are coverings that give you and your home the privacy you need while controlling the amount of sunlight that enters your home. Plus, let’s not forget the great colours and designs window blinds can add to your home.

However, with so much to choose from, it can be hard to decide on the right window blinds. Style, colour and the types of window blinds that will match your home's interior are all important considerations. To make your life easier, WindowBlinds.com.au has provided a list of some of the most common choices for window blinds.

Here are some popular types of blinds that you may want to consider for your windows:

Venetian Blinds

Venetian or horizontal blinds are common window blinds used for homes today. They can have wide metal curved slats, and there are also oval and flat slats available today. A Venetian blind can be made of plastic, vinyl, wood, and bamboo among others.

Track Blinds

Track blinds or vertical blinds have slats made of hard fabric, metal, or plastic. Vertical blinds are great light controllers since they do not let any sunlight to enter your room once they are drawn back.

Shutter Blinds

Shutter blinds, sometimes known as plantation shutters, are window blinds made of solid or wooden hinged panels that have adjustable louvers to allow partial outdoor view and sunlight. These are often made from wood.

Roller Blinds

Roller blinds are basically like curtains since they are made of blackout fabrics and can provide full light control. Roller blinds can come in different colours to match that of your home's interior.