Blinds Essex

When do my blinds need to be replaced?

When your blinds get old, it’s usually easy to see. Signs of age can be:

• Loss of function – your blinds no longer open and close as they should
• Sun bleaching – after many years of sunlight, it’s probably that the sun has damaged your blinds and bleached their colour
• Style – if your blinds are noticeably old-fashioned, then it might be worth considering a more stylish set of blinds

On average, most sets of blinds will last around 7 or 8 years, with some beginning to show damage after 5 years.

Whether you’re replacing old blinds or fitting blinds for the first time, we’re here to help at every step of the way, making the whole process as easy for you as possible.

What type of blinds are in style?

The style of blinds, just like in all interior design, come in and out of popularity. Currently, cordless blinds, smart blinds and zebra shades are just some of the in style designs.
Blinds are a great way to continue a theme or style within your home, so choosing the right style is important. For example, if your home has more of a rustic style with lots of wooden furniture, you may want to consider some wooden blinds to continue the theme.

Alternatively, getting new blinds could be a great way to add something different to your home. If your home is slightly old fashioned and you want to make it more modern, you could consider automated blinds that will remind you that you do in fact live in the 21st century.

Once you’ve chosen what you want your blinds to achieve, you’ll have to choose your:

• Style
• Material
• Colour
• Budget

What are the benefits of getting blinds?

When considering blinds, many people will compare them to curtains and weigh the pros and cons of each. While there’s nothing stopping you from having both, if it is one or the other for you, then consider that blinds can offer much more privacy in comparison to curtains.

While curtains do offer privacy, blinds allow you to let in natural light without having to compromise on your privacy thanks to the ability to tilt the slats.

Blinds can also provide you with:

• Lower energy bills – blinds are effective at keeping in heat that would normally be lost through the windows, helping cut down on your heating bills
• Easy cleaning – blinds only require a quick wipe with a damp cloth to clean, whereas cleaning curtains requires a lot more time and energy.
• Style – as we’ve already mentioned, blinds can help you set a style for your home as you please.