Probably the most popular type of custom made blind is this one –it’s versatile and very well priced. Verticals are responsible for about 55% of all the blinds sold in the UK.
Some of the reasons for this are the almost infinite choice of materials and combinations available – you can even mix materials on one blind. PVC blinds (which are stiff) which have no weights or chains at the bottom as the hang under their own weight are great for damp environments.
One big consideration these days is health and safety, children can easily become entangled in the operating chains (damaging the blind and possibly themselves). Using monorod controls means no operating chains and a very discrete solution. These ‘stick’ controls enable the drawing and tilting of the drapes with one simple control.
Vertical can often be used in difficult window opening configuration eg. ‘tilt and turn’ windows often open into the room but by planning the way the drapes draw (to either side, both ends or even to the middle) this need not be a problem.
Verticals can also be used in curved bay windows – made possible by using a plastic inner tilt rod. Also conservatories often have sloping sides which can be a challenge for other blinds, this is not the case for verticals though as custom made blinds will have drapes cut to suit various window shapes.
Large window present no major problems for verticals as rails can be cut typically up to 4 metres wide and many metres deep. That why they are typically seen used in school hall, churches and offices where large windows are typical (and budgets are tight)!
In summary with all these advantages it is not difficult to see why vertical blinds are the most popular type sold today!
Getting blinds that cover your doors can be a tricky task, especially from a decor point of view, Sliding Glass Doors are even more so.
The first step in deciding what type of blind is going to best suit a sliding glass door will be to look at the amount of traffic that door
opening has
- Will people be walking in and out constantly?
For those who have traffic in and out of the opening, the best type of blinds for a sliding glass door will be Vertical Blinds, they are a great option since they easily move from side to side.
These blinds can take a lot of wear, and were made for daily use.
Vertical Blinds are the most popular custom made blind currently being sold.
This is because they are very versatile, they can be set up to slide to either side or indeed to the centre of the window or door.
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