The Beauty of Panel Blinds over Vertical Blinds

Panel blinds is the hottest craze of blinds that has dwarfed even the popularity of vertical blinds. Its influence can be traced to Far East countries – most notably Japan – as they are often used as elegant dividers for large rooms. Because of this, they are quite frequently referred to as Japanese blinds.

At first glance, they are somewhat similar to vertical blinds in that they are made up of vertical slats and they are work the same way. That is where the comparison ends. Panel blinds are made up of large pieces of fabric that are attached to a slim head rail for easy installation and removal. The flat panels are wider than the average vertical blind panels and these overlapping panels can slide and glide on an easy track system. The blinds are operated using a control wand that can effortlessly open and close the panels as desired. When open, the fabric panels are stacked one behind the other in one side of the window in a well-ordered way that leaves only that portion of the window covered. If fully closed, it is like you have created a new solid wall of fabric that can completely shut off a section of a room.

Panel blinds are extremely well-liked and admired for its versatility and flexibility of purpose. It can serve as coverings for large areas of glass like wide windows, French doors, sliding doors and sun lounge doors. But one of its most popular functions is being that of a room divider where you can enclose a part of a room you want to separate from the rest of the area. For example, you can use it to split a dorm room or separate the dining area from your living area but still have the flexibility to open up the whole room into a spacious one for functions or certain occasions.

The price range is a bit expensive than the vertical blinds, and here is where the comparison is not that fair. But the materials of panel blinds are way better than vinyl - which the average blinds are most commonly made up of. The choice of colors and fabrics ranges from translucent, sunscreen to block-out fabrics to suit your interior décor and privacy needs. You can go with bright vivid colors of green, blue and even red or opaque fabrics that can create a soothing and peaceful aura.

Vertical blinds will still be a popular choice. But to get the most sophistication and elegance, panel blinds are the best bet to any homeowner!

Benefits of Timber Plantation Shutters

Most windows coverings are employed for a variety of purposes: for privacy, protection against weather, for interior style and décor and most basically to control sunlight and ventilation. A window shutter is one of the popular choices in answering these needs. It is a stable and solid frame with broad slats of wood, aluminum, glass or any firm material that can be mounted within the frame. These slats are usually referred to as louvers or jalousies that can be both fixed and operable to open and close whenever necessary.

The most preferred shutter type for aesthetic and functional value is the timber plantation shutters. This fixture has Greek influence and its basic design has been widely used since the middle ages. It has been popularly called plantation shutters because these were commonly used in plantation homes in the South American area during the colonial times.

Timber plantation shutters are extensively common picks for homeowners because they bring a certain elegance and artistic appeal and they usually complement any home furniture and décor. The wooden material gives it a rustic but classy look. Since wood is best known for its insulation feature, this kind of shutter is energy efficient and greatly helps in the regulation of outside temperature.

Another reason is for privacy and light control. The louvers can be manually pulled back to allow the most light in or the least light as desired. The slats adjustment gives the owner the option to completely shut the slats closed to limit the visibility of the outside from looking in for maximum privacy and security. For those desiring peace and quiet, timber plantation shutters also prevents outdoor noise from entering the house to give the owners the least disturbance.

Though marginally expensive than the other shutter variety and windows coverings, plantation shutters are definitely worth every penny. They are one of the most durable shutters available in the market today and require the least maintenance since they can be easily cleaned by simple dusting and spot cleanup. The versatile design and style gives most homeowners a wide selection of choices that can be a good match for any furniture in any home!