When it comes down to the redesigning of the windows, there are endless options available, including a huge variety of designs, colors, patterns, materials, etc. However, the most important question you must ask yourself before going blind shopping is whether you want to go for horizontal or vertical blinds.
On one hand, vertical blinds are quite compatible with patio doors, large-sized windows, and sidings as they have to run up and down and open sideways. On the other hand, horizontal blinds are suited well for narrow, smaller, and taller windows as they open upwards and downwards. Both horizontal and vertical blinds are available in multiple designs, functionality, color schemes, or materials.
When it comes to the direction of sunlight, then vertical blinds get implemented on the windows, which either face the West or East direction. Horizontal blinds are considered perfect for the windows which either face the North or South direction.
Whether the blinds are vertical or horizontal, cleaning the blinds is a must to maintain them and extend their lifespan. Although cleaning both blinds is not a tough task, cleaning vertical blinds is easier than cleaning horizontal blinds. This is because vertical blinds are cleaned up within one sweep, but the horizontal blinds have their strings and mechanisms attached, which causes a bit of a challenge.
Horizontal blinds get implemented on the windows, which are hard to reach; hence, cleaning horizontal blinds is a little challenging. Vertical blinds rely on the single track with the moving slats, and so, they get worn out faster than horizontal blinds.
Vertical blinds end up effectively blocking the UV radiations, but they still allow light to pass through. Vertical blinds also give room for unwanted eyes to get a chance to the insides slightly. For someone more inclined towards privacy should consider horizontal blinds if they are a better fit.
The slats size in the vertical blinds are a little larger as compared to horizontal blinds. Also, horizontal slats make less noise but vertical blinds on windy days end up being very noisy.
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