Window Blinds

There are basically two types of blinds, horizontal and vertical. Both are attractive ways to control lighting and provide privacy.

Horizontal Blinds
Ideal for windows that are taller than they are wide and windows that are raised and lowered, horizontal blinds consist of slats that can be tilted to efficiently control light and provide protection from ultra violet rays. When the slats are open, they can reduce the sun’s glare but not your view.

Horizontal blinds are extremely popular and come in many different materials, colors and finishes, including hard wood, alternative-wood (sometimes called faux-wood), and aluminum.

For warmth, durability and versatility, real hard wood is the natural choice for almost any decor. Like fine furniture, wood blinds reflect a lasting level of quality and are available in a variety of paints, stains and finishes. Some of the more common species of wood used for creating blinds include maple, oak, ash, and cherry.

Made from engineered materials, faux-wood blinds are desirable in extremely hot, humid conditions since they resist warping, cracking and fading. These blinds are available in many hues and finishes that can allow you to create a beautiful room while remaining budget conscious.

Aluminum blinds are a great choice, simply because they offer so many options, including color, texture, design, and most importantly, light control. Their clean-line design makes them especially well suited for contemporary settings.

Horizontal blinds can be manufactured to fit almost any size and shape window. This installation versatility, along with the color, finish and material options, allows these products to be suitable for almost any window in a home. They offer optimum light control by tilting the horizontal slat and are available in many design options.

Horizontal blinds can also be used with top treatments, or as under treatments in combination with draperies.

Depending on the window molding and sill construction, horizontal blinds can be installed with an inside or outside mount.

Horizontal blinds can be used in almost any design scheme. The type, finish and color of the blind make all the difference. For example, a light colored wood blind can easily fit into a causal country or traditional setting, while a cool colored aluminum blind is perfect for a contemporary urban loft. Dark, rich wood tones are a beautiful compliment for a home office.

Vertical Blinds
Available in a full range of finishes and textures, vertical blinds have vanes that traverse and rotate smoothly, offering privacy and light control as well as UV protection for interior finishes in the home.

Vertical blinds are ideal for patio doors and windows that open by sliding side to side.

From moderately priced vinyl to high quality fabrics, there’s a vertical blind option that’s right for most decor or budget.

With the multitude of colors, patterns, and materials (from moderately priced vinyl to high quality fabrics), vertical blinds can be used in many decorating schemes. They can be installed alone for a clean contemporary look or combined with draperies or valences in a more traditional setting.

Vertical blinds can be installed with an inside or outside mount depending on the window molding and sill construction. In addition, these blinds also come with the option of right-, left- or split-stacking configurations.

At America's Floor Source, we are dedicated to helping you make the most informed decision about your window treatments. We have provided helpful resources for measuring window space as well as design ideas to consider before buying window coverings. You may also want to browse our selection of window treatment brands.