Should I get 35mm or 50mm blinds?
35mm or 50mm slats 35mm slats are the best option for narrow window recesses, where installation may be a problem with a broader blind. As there are more slats, they also make rooms slightly darker, which may be the preference in bedrooms or sunrooms.
How wide are the slats on Venetian blinds?
But the most common slat size is 2 inches, and that’s the size you’ll find the majority of blinds and shades. Keep in mind that you may have a medium sized window but with a shallow or narrow windowsill. 2” blinds may not fit. But you always have the option to choose a smaller slat size or simply use an outside mount.
What are wooden slat blinds called?
Venetian blinds
Wooden blinds (Venetian blinds) Wooden blinds are generally known as Venetian blinds.
Can you change the Colour of Venetian blinds?
Venetian blinds can be expensive to replace. Painting them can be a cheaper alternative to spice up those old window blinds. Whether you have aluminum mini blinds or wood blinds they can be painted. Each slat could be painted the same color or they could be alternating colors for a striped result.
What is the maximum width for wooden venetian blinds?
Normally the maximum width of a wooden blind can be made to fit is around 242cm as any more and the weight of the blind will be too heavy to fully open or close the blind or actually fit safely to your window frame.
What is slat width blinds?
The most common slat size (slat = the individual blind piece) is 2 inches – which fits the majority of windows. But if you have a small window, you will want to go with the smaller slat options so the blinds don’t seen disproportionate to the frame.
How do wooden slat blinds work?
How do wooden blinds work? Wooden blinds feature a number of horizontal slats that are linked together by a cord pulley system. When lowered and rotated, wooden blinds obscure the views from outside and block all sunlight.
Can I paint wooden venetian blinds?
Whether you have aluminum mini blinds or wood blinds they can be painted. Determine what color you want to paint your mini blinds. Before the venetian blinds can be painted they must be cleaned for the paint to properly adhere to the blinds. Wipe each slat with a damp cloth to remove any dust or debris.
Are there different types of faux wood Venetian blinds?
The Expression Faux Wood Venetians are available in 7 colours in slat widths 38mm, 50mm and 63mm (Snow only), The New Decora Fauxwood range has a wide selection of colours with Tapes available on both the 35mm and the 50mm blinds..
What kind of venetian blinds are best for kitchen?
These blinds offer an inexpensive blind ideal for kitchens or bathrooms but the quality of their finish make them an equally good choice in any room of the house. Choose from our Decora Excel and Sunwood Wooden Venetian blinds and the Dimension Sherwood Premier and Sylvan Wooden Venetian blinds..
What kind of blinds do I get from swift direct?
We have a wide variety of colours, including beech, ivory, oak, white and black, as well as the choice between real wood and faux wood for your blinds. Here at Swift Direct Blinds, we have 50mm wooden blinds to help you get more light into your room when they’re open, whilst giving an elegant appearance when they’re shut.
What are the different types of wood blinds?
You’ll be spoilt for choice when you explore the huge range of 50mm wooden blinds that we have on our online shop. We have a wide variety of colours, including beech, ivory, oak, white and black, as well as the choice between real wood and faux wood for your blinds.