After careful consideration, you’ve decided that venetian blinds would be best suited for your home… But would real or faux-wood be best? What about an aluminium venetian blind instead? Which one will be the perfect choice?

No need to panic – todays blog will look at the benefits of each type of venetian blind to help you make the ideal choice for your home.

Wooden Venetian Blinds

Pros…

• Classic and charming – real wood venetians carry a timeless charm to them to give your room a beautiful, rustic finish.
• Strong and durable – made from solid wood, these blinds are guaranteed to last so you can keep on-trend for longer.
• Selection of colours and grains – from painted finishes to blend in with your decor to natural wood grains, both light and dark, to create a stunning accent in your home.
• Various slat sizes – from 35mm to 65mm, you can choose the best slat size to suit your window perfectly.
• Excellent light control and privacy protection – with a simple tilt of the slats, you can let the sunlight stream through whilst keeping the view from outside protected, perfect for over-looked windows.
• Perfect for south-facing windows – the real wood slats won’t warp out of shape when subjected to sunlight, offering you a long-lasting solution.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cons…

• Water damage – real wood can face warping and twisting if they’re fitted in moist environments, such as a bathroom or a kitchen.
• Fading in the light – darker grains can fade if they’re subjected to intense sunlight too often.
• Heavy to operate – larger blinds can be more awkward to raise and lower due to the sheer weight of the wooden slats

Faux-Wood Venetian Blinds

Pros…

• Made from durable PVC – the strong, robust materials used guarantee that your faux-wood blinds are stylish and long lasting.
• Woodgrain detailing – with a strong texture designed to look like a natural grain, you’ll barely be able to see the difference.
• 100% waterproof – ideal for bathrooms and kitchen, the PVC slats are completely water resistant.
• Easy to clean – whether it’s wiping them down with a damp cloth or soaking them in the bathtub, faux-wood blinds can be cleaned quickly and easily.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cons…

• Bending and twisting – if placed in direct and intense sunlight, the PVC can warp and bend out of shape.
• Weight issues – due to the density of the PVC, faux-wood blinds are not always a lighter choice and can be more difficult to raise and lower if covering a larger window.
• Small selection of colours – many faux-wood blinds are only available in neutral colours, such as whites and creams, and a few wood shades.

Aluminium Venetian Blinds

Pros…

• Sleek and contemporary – straight lines and shining finishes make aluminium blinds a stylish and modern choice
• Affordable – a cheaper option compared to the wood/faux-wood blinds, you can save money but still guarantee style
• Incredible light control – with more slats than its larger counterparts, you can bathe your room in a beautiful glow with just the slightest twist of the tilt-wand
• Keep your privacy protected – great for windows facing the main road or an overlooked apartment, you can keep yourself protected whilst still letting plenty of light into your home
• Suitable for kitchens and bathrooms – the rust resistant aluminium will not be affected by any water splashes or moisture in the air
• No twisting or warping – intense sunlight won’t bend the slats out of shape, making them suitable for south facing windows
• Excellent choice of colours – vibrant colours, subtle naturals and shining metallics are readily available, making them one of the most colourful venetian blinds on the market

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cons…

• Rattles and shakes – if your windows open on a windy day, the aluminium slats can act as wind chimes as they sway in the breeze
• Delicate material – the slats can be bent out of shape if handled too roughly, making them a bit of a nightmare if you have pets or young children who like to grab and explore
• Smaller slats – if you have large windows, the 25mm slats of the aluminium blinds can often make it look a little too busy
• Difficulty cleaning – simple dusting can become quite the task as the smaller slats leave less room between each other when opened, making it harder for you to fit your hand in to wipe them down

And there you have it! The pros and cons of both real wood, faux wood and even aluminium venetian blinds.

To summarise, if you’re looking for a blind to fit in your bathroom, faux-wood or aluminium would be a better choice due to their water resistant qualities. If your room is subject to direct sunlight then a real wood or aluminium blind would be a more practical alternative as the slats will not twist out of shape in the heat.

We hope that this post has been of help to you but if you have any other questions, please feel free to ask us in the comments 🙂