Top 10 Most Popular Different Types Of Blinds For Windows In Melbourne

Roller Blinds

As the name indicates, roller blinds open and close by rolling up and down. They are well-known for blocking out the light. Roller blinds come in a range of materials and colours. There are not adjustable for light or privacy except rising and lowering them.

The roller blinds come in semi-opaque, semi-sheer, or blackout for complete darkness in the room. Another drawback of these blinds is that they are not precisely adjustable. But they give the room a really warm look and they are so stylish and versatile that you can always find a roller blind that fits your furniture.  Besides, they are easy to install and use.

These explain why despite their relatively high price tag, roller blinds remained among the most popular blind types in Australia and throughout the world in recent years.

Venetian Blinds

Venetian blinds are one the most popular choice of blinding due to flexibility, easy maintenance and the classic look. They are traditionally made of horizontal slats connected with cords or strips of fabric. You can pull the cord to adjust the amount of light they let in to the room or bring them up.

Although they are traditional blinds that are brought from Persia to the west in the 18th century, they have been updated and improved much. Today’s Venetian blinds are made of high-end materials and have better designs. While slats are made of vinyl, aluminium, etc. available the wooden slats are the most popular option.

They also feature cordless versions that allow adjusting their height by simply by pulling the bottom of the blind. Venetian blinds don’t provide much insulation for the room, they only light level control through rolling the slats. They are most suited for narrow windows and are deemed to be an affordable blind option. It’s one of the best blinds for bedrooms, kitchens, and home offices if you are on a budget.

Mini Blinds

Mini Blinds are very similar to Venetian or Zebra blinds with the shape and function with the difference that their slats are thinner. They usually feature one-inch-thick slats made of polyester or aluminium like metal. This gives them more flexibility and resilience, and make them more affordable than standard Venetian blinds.

Like Venetian blinds, Mini blinds are also available in cordless form. They allow more control of light and blackout in the room but their greater advantage is that they are easier to clean and maintain. If you are not still satisfied with Mini Blinds you can you further and choose Micro blinds which have slats with only half an inch thick.

Vertical Blinds

As the name indicates Vertical blinds are a series of slats hung from a track. Like the Venetian blinds, they can be rolled up or pulled to a side to adjust the amount of light that infiltrates the room. Although you can find Vertical blinds on regular sized windows, they are most commonly used n sliding doors, or big, tall windows.

The downside is that Vertical blinds are extremely fussy and can get broken if you pull them in the wrong direction. So, they are not the best option for homes with kids or pets. If chosen properly Vertical blinds to add an elegant touch to the room.

Pleated Blinds

Pleated blinds include accordion-shaped slats that fold on top of another when you pull them. They come in two designs: Standard and Honeycomb/cellular. While both can be used for most windows but each has some advantages over the other.

The Standard design comes in a wide range of colours and patterns and is more affordable than the honeycomb style. The honeycomb blinds have multiple layers of fabric and thus, offer a more reliable method of controlling sunlight. They also provide good heat insulation for the space because of air trapped between the layers.

Unlike standard blinds, Honeycomb blinds have cords, but the cord is hidden between layers of the fabric. So, you don’t have to worry about kids or pets.

Smart Blinds

These blinds are similar to any other blinds but they have Wi-Fi controlled motor in the top bar. This allows the blind to be controlled by a mobile app on your cell phone or virtual assistant Alexa or Google Assistant. In this way, you can adjust the height and slat angle of the blind for the perfect amount of light. You can also control the blinding with your voice or program them to open and close on a schedule, maximising privacy and energy efficiency.

Smart blinds are typically constructed based on the roller shades but they also come in Venetian or hybrid styles.

Blackout Blinds

Made from special fabrics that prevent the ambient light from entering the room Blackout blinds are made with great sleep or complete darkness in mind. They are used in hotels and schools as well as bedrooms, home theatres and nurseries.

The biggest benefit of the Blackout blinds is that these blinds block UV rays and keep the home cooler during the day and thus lower the air conditioning cost. They are an ideal choice for parents with infants, professionals who work the night shift and families who prefer to sleep in on weekends. They are also the recommended covering for home offices and multimedia studios.

Roman Blinds

Roman Blinds are one of the most elegant and fashionable types of blinds. They are smooth and straight and open in a stack-type feature. This is one of the most luxurious options for blinds in the market. They give the window good coverage and let just the right amount of light pass into the room.

Outdoor Blinds

The outdoor blinds work best on the outdoor windows that are constantly exposed to sunlight, heat and weather conditions. Made from tough materials these are designed to withstand the harsh condition of outdoor for years. Outdoor blinds will protect your home interior from harsh sunlight and even rain and wind.

Day-Night Blinds

If you want a dark space that allows a calm sleep during the night while enjoying the daylight when you are ready and awake Day Night blinds are your option to go. They are created from two layers of fabric with different opacity. The middle bar separating the two fabrics can be pushed down when light and privacy are desired, pushed up when a greater light blockage is needed, or completely raised for a full view to the outside.

Blinds are one of the most popular types of window coverings for homeowners. They are easy to install and use but they come in a variety of types and options. Which blind type is best for you depends on your needs and, certainly, your personal preference.  Among the blind types we’ve reviewed in this post the Blackout blinds provide the best sleep quality, Pleated blinds are good heat insulators and Roll-up blinds are the most popular blind options that have been ever used.