The Many Advantages of Roman Blinds

Roman blinds deliver form and function in one simple package, making a plain window into a decorative accent for the whole room. There are many reasons why Roman blinds are the premier choice for homeowners today. They add elegance and style along with added insulation possibilities and extreme privacy.

Buying cheap blinds just because they fit your budget is a bad move - simply because you won’t be happy with the look of your room when they fall short on getting a good fit for your window, and you’ll end up spending more money very soon to replace ill fitting blinds. It makes more sense to do it right from the start. Window treatments set the mood for the whole room, letting in just the right amount of light and creating an ambience.

The versatility of Roman blinds is limited only by the availability of material and styles! While fabric and wood often vie for the affections of many US consumers for their Roman blinds, UK consumers living in period homes often prefer fabric in keeping with typical UK décor. However, many modern homes in both the US and UK feature hardwood flooring, and wooden blinds can be designed to blend with the existing décor.

If you order Roman blinds made to measure, it is wise to have an expert measure your windows for you, even if you have to pay for it. Made to order blinds of an odd width or height are nearly impossible for manufacturers or dealers to resell, so no mistakes are allowed for. Ensuring proper measuring has been done can give you confidence that when your roman blinds arrive, they will fit perfectly.

Another benefit of having roman blinds made to measure is that you can choose two different fabrics - one to be visible from the inside of the home, and another from outside. You can select a lighter white or beige shade to present a uniform appearance from the exterior, and a gaily patterned style for the room itself. Roman blinds lend themselves well to both large and small woven patterns as well as to almost any combination of colors available, whether you wish to match the wall paint or paper or contrast with it.

You simply can’t go wrong with Roman blinds. UK residents in particular can enjoy the advantages of the blinds due to the added insulation they offer in intemperate climates, as well as the made to measure option for oddly shaped casements. Roman blinds should always fit inside the window frame, not be stretched across it. Some versions allow you to open the blinds from the top down, which is an excellent choice for bathrooms where light and privacy are both important.

Another added advantage of Roman blinds over cheap blinds is that they are easier by far to clean. Horizontal mini-blinds and Venetian blinds are very difficult and time consuming when it comes to cleaning, but Roman blinds can simply be ‘swept’, dusted or even vacuumed with a brush tool.

James Morton is the author of this article on Roman Blinds. Find more information on Roman Blinds here.