When people hear about vertical blinds, they might think about the type of blinds normally seen in older offices. They were usually plain, simple and mainly chosen because they were practical.
But vertical blinds today do not have to look like that.
There are now more choices when it comes to fabric, color and design. This makes vertical blinds curtains suitable not only for offices but also for homes with large windows, balcony doors or sliding glass doors.
They are especially useful when the window is very wide because covering a large area with a normal blind can sometimes be difficult. So, if you have a big window and are still deciding what to use, here are a few things to know about vertical blinds.
1. The Ultimate Solution for Extra-Wide Glass
Some blinds work perfectly fine on a normal bedroom or kitchen window. Once the window becomes much wider, however, you have to think about how easy the blind will be to open and close every day.
This is where vertical blinds can be useful.
Instead of having one large blind that needs to be pulled upwards, vertical blinds have separate pieces of fabric hanging from a track above the window. When you want to open them, they move towards the side.
For a sliding door, this actually makes sense because the blind moves in a similar direction to the door itself.
You can move the blinds to one side when you want to use the door and close them again afterwards. Depending on the setup, they can also be arranged to open from the centre.
This makes them worth considering for living rooms with balcony doors, offices with large glass windows and other spaces where the glass covers quite a wide area.
2. Precise Light Tracking All Day Long
One thing I like about vertical blinds is that you do not always have to choose between having them completely open or completely closed.
The slats can be turned to change how much light enters the room.
For example, imagine sitting in an office during the afternoon and the sunlight is shining directly onto your computer screen. You might not want to close everything because then the office becomes too dark.
Instead, you can turn the slats until the direct sunlight is reduced while still allowing some daylight into the room.
The same thing can be useful at home. If sunlight is coming directly towards your television or sofa, you can change the angle instead of covering the whole window.
During brighter parts of the day, the blinds can be closed further. Later, when the sunlight is less strong, you can open the slats again or move the blinds towards the side.
It gives you more choice depending on what is happening outside and how you are using the room.
3. Fabric Variations: Moving Beyond Plastic
Vertical blinds are sometimes associated with the old plastic versions that were commonly used in offices. However, there are different materials available now, so they do not all have the same appearance.
At KL City Curtain, customers can look at different fabric options depending on where the blinds will be installed and what they need from them.
- Blackout Fabrics: These are useful when you want to reduce the amount of outside light entering the room. They can be considered for meeting rooms, presentation areas or rooms where stronger light control is needed.
- Solar Screen Fabrics: For an office with large windows, you may still want to keep some connection with the view outside while reducing strong sunlight. A solar screen material can be considered for this type of space.
- Textured Weaves: Some people simply prefer fabric because it does not look as plain as plastic. The texture can also make the blind feel less like something you would normally see in an office. For a living room, this may be easier to match with things that are already there, such as the sofa or other furniture.
4. Practical for Offices and Homes
You do not only see vertical blinds in offices. They can be used at home as well, depending on the type of window you have.
In an office, the sunlight can actually get annoying when it falls directly on your computer screen. You might end up moving your screen around just to see properly. With vertical blinds, the slats can be turned until the light is facing another direction, so you do not necessarily have to close everything.
At home, the situation can be different. Maybe there is a sliding door between your living room and balcony. Putting a lot of curtain fabric there can sometimes feel a bit much, especially if the room is not very big. Vertical blinds stay around the window area, so they are another option you can consider.
In that situation, vertical blinds give you another option.
Colour also matters. You can also think about the colour based on where you are installing it. An office may look better with a simple colour, while at home you might want something that matches your sofa, walls or other furniture.
Upgrade Your Views With Precision Style
A large window can completely change how a room feels during the daytime. The difficult part is deciding what to put over it without making the window feel too covered.
If the window is wide or you have a sliding glass door, vertical blinds curtains are one option you can look at. You can open them when you want a clearer view outside or turn the slats when the sunlight starts getting uncomfortable.
One thing you should check before buying is the window measurement. Do not just guess the size because you want the blind to sit properly once it is installed. Even a small difference can affect how the blinds sit across the window.