R+T Australia is an exhibition to showcase developments in energy efficiency. Among those are Blinds and Shutters. Energy Efficient Blind have been on the rise. We talked last fall about the competition in California for energy efficient homes. Most of those homes included some advanced way of filtering the heat and light through specialized blinds. Continue reading “Energy Efficient Mesa Blinds”
Blinds are window coverings which have slats that can expose or block light in two different ways. The slats can be pulled to stack together or extended apart to close. The slats can also be rotated to control the amount of light exposed between the slots while in the extended position. (Shades pull open or closed but do not have slats that can be rotated apart. Shutters may have slats that can be rotated, but the shutter opens and closes very differently than blinds.)
Blinds are a great choice for nearly every window in your home, large or small.
Blinds slats can be vertical or horizontal. Blinds with vertical slats or panels are a great choice for large picture windows, sliding glass doors, and patio doors. Blinds with horizontal slots are great for most average sized windows. Small windows may benefit from mini blinds.
Blinds are made from several different materials. Aluminum or vinyl blinds are a great choice for budgets and come in a wide variety of styles to coordinate with your decor. Wood blinds are a rich and sophisticated look. Faux wood blinds combine the beauty of wood blinds with the affordability of synthetic materials.
Blinds are a functional and fashionable window covering choice that can change the mood of any space. Homeowners have a wide range of options available for windows of all shapes and sizes thanks to its distinctive design, which features slats that can be adjusted to control light and privacy.
Blinds can be distinguished by their slats’ orientation, which might be either vertical or horizontal. For bigger openings like picture windows, sliding glass doors, and patio doors, vertical blinds or panels are a great option since they offer effective light control and are simple to operate. For the majority of windows with typical size, horizontal slat blinds work effectively since they allow for exact control of light levels.
To suit a range of budgets and aesthetics, blinds come in a variety of materials. Blinds made of aluminum or vinyl offer affordable options with a variety of design options to match your decor. Wood blinds provide a sense of class to any environment for those looking for a more polished and elegant appearance. Contrarily, faux wood blinds offer the elegance of wood while being reasonably priced and moisture-resistant.
Call (480) 507-3333 for a free in-home consultation with Larry to discuss the best blinds for your windows, your decor, and your budget.
Energy Efficient Mesa Blinds
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Faux and Wood Blinds Mesa AZ
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Wood and Faux Wood Blinds
Selecting window treatments for your home can be overwhelming. Window treatments are available in every color, shape, material, and style. There are drapes, blinds, shutters, shades. There are horizontal blinds, vertical blinds, roman blinds, shades of every variety. There is no doubt that somewhere, out there, are window treatment options that would look stunning in every room of your home. For many people, there is nothing quite so perfect as a wooden Venetian blind.
The rich luxury of natural hardwood blinds are stunning in any room. Our hardwood blinds are made of the highest quality Basswood. As seemingly simple and quaint as “wooden blinds” can be, you will see that there is a world of options for you. We have 6 attractive wood collections to choose from and each collection is rich with its own style. Our wood blinds are are crafted to fin any decor in your home. We have 70 different finishes so you can pick the wood blinds that are precisely perfect for your room.
If you would like to have the timeless beauty of wood blinds, with the ease and appeal of today’s technology, you may be interested in our upgrades. Our upgrades include motorization, wand and cord tilt, and cordless lift systems. Other options include privacy slats and rounded corners, varying degrees of light control, numerous valances and twill tapes to replace standard braided ladders.
If you like the look of wood blinds, but are interested in even more options, you may wish to take a serious look at faux wood blinds, which are often more durable and long lasting. They really do look like wood, but they won’t crack, warp, or fade. They are a great choice for windows that receive a lot of direct sunlight and also for rooms that may be damp, such as a bathroom.
Typically, faux wood blinds are more cost-effective than wooden blinds. With cost-effectiveness, you don’t forgo quality or convenience. We have the same great options upgrades in our faux wood collections that we do in our hardwood blinds. We have many finishes that can coordinate beautifully with any room in your home. We have the same great upgrades of motorization, wand and cord tilt, cordless lift systems and options of privacy slats and rounded corners, varying degrees of light control, valances and twill tapes to replace standard braided ladders.
At “All About Blinds and Shutters” we can help you pick the perfect wood or faux wood blinds for your home
Where To Get Blinds and Shutters in Mesa
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Most often blind or shutter replacements are on the list of home improvements. The variety of choices can make it difficult to choose the more suitable option for you. Luckily those of us at Mesa’s All About Blinds and Shutters, and articles like this to help you find the best thing for you. Read to learn where to find the best Shutters in Mesa. Continue reading “Where To Get Blinds and Shutters in Mesa”
How To Measure for Blinds
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New window blinds will give your room a great new look to help block light and provide some added privacy. These days you can buy blinds in many different colors and styles. Every blind is different too so make sure to buy ones that fit your homes style and your personality. Blinds come in many different styles such as traditional horizontal blinds, vertical blinds, energy efficient blinds, black out shades, no pull cord blinds and remote controlled blinds. Measuring blinds is easy. For this project you will need a tape measure, a pencil and a ladder.
There are two ways to install blinds, inside mounted and outside mounted. Inside mounted sit inside the window and outside mounted are attached to the frame or the wall.
Measuring inside mounted blinds is simple. Figure out if the window being measured is deep enough for inside mounted blinds first. Measure horizontally at the inside top, middle and bottom. Choose the smallest measurement so the blind clears the frame. Next, measure vertically on the inside left, middle and right of the window. Take the largest measurement and round to the nearest 1/8”.
For outside mounted blinds measure the distance to the nearest 1/8″ between the outermost points where the blinds will be placed. Next measure the desired height. Add an extra 1 1/2” above and below for optimum light control. If you are using a wall mount hang about 2″ from the top sill of the window.
Vertical blinds may also be an option for you. These are great for sliding doors or wide doorways. Measure the width of the door or window and add 4″ to each side. Measure the height where the head rail will be placed, typically 3″ above the sill. Measure from the rail to the bottom floor sill.