Wood mini blinds

The pros and cons of wood mini blinds

Before you buy

Wood mini blinds tend to be more expensive than the non-natural materials available. Among the three choices available - vinyl, aluminum, and wood, the wood mini blinds usually come out on top of the price scale. But depending on your decor, they are well worth the extra expense.

Wood mini blinds are usually made from one of three different varieties of wood - the Poplar, Ramin and Bass. Each of these varieties of wood has its advantages over the other in household wood mini blind use.

Ramin weighs more than Bass wood, requiring more effort to lift the blinds. It also tends to have a lower cost compared to Bass wood. So while the Ramin wood might be heavier and more brittle than Bass wood, it does come with a lower price tag.

Poplar tends to fall in between Bass and Ramin woods in both cost and weight. Something to factor into your purchase decision.

Care and maintenance of your wood mini blinds takes a little bit of extra effort. It is important to use the correct cleaning solutions when caring for this type of window treatment.

Some of your more regular household cleaners can harm the finish of wood blinds, so it's important to follow the manufacturers recommendations for cleaning to avoid damage.

Despite this, there are some definite advantages to wood mini blinds over the other materials. Here's just a couple for example:

1. Wood material gives an elegant touch to any room. They add warmth to any room - bedroom, office, living room, they all benefit from the wood touch given the appropriate color finish.

2. Wood blinds are also a good insulator for your windows on hot or cold days when compared to the other common materials - aluminum or vinyl. This is due to the porous nature of wood, unlike the other materials listed.

Wood is a great material for window blinds, it is available in a vast array of colors and finishes and adds an elegant touch to any room. But it does come with a high price tag than other available materials. It all depends on our budget for the room and its purpose.