Woven Wood Blinds As Room Accessories

By Sara Watkins

You have likely heard of woven wood blinds, but chances are you have never used them and you might not have ever seen them either. This is a shame, since these blinds are universal and can fit into just about any type of room decor, and the colors are earthen enough to go with any predominant colors.

They are a stylish but subtle alternative to the traditional window blind, but the best part is what they are made of. These days, the majority of the ones you see on store shelves are 100% natural, so no plastics at all. Many are made from bamboo, various types of grass, reeds -- the list really goes on and on. There are also such a variety of colors and densities in the woven wood blinds themselves, so you can find some that are as dark, light, or as colorful as you want.

Usually, styles that are made of wood are constructed of very small fibers and strands that are woven together. You can find more than that on store shelves today, and some are so carefully crafted that they look like they are actually made of fabric. If you want, you can also find styles that are thicker than the norm. These kinds block out more sun light from the room and they are a bit more exotic-looking than those that are lighter. These can be slightly more expensive, but the fact that they block out a good amount of light is a selling point for many. Both styles have their good points, your likes and dislikes should determine which you get.

You will find that real woven wooden blinds can be more expensive than those that are imitations or made of plastics. This is because they are made of natural materials and not cheap plastics. Also, many of the more expensive varieties are actually handmade, which does raise the price due to the fact that the human factor makes each one unique in its own right.

You can find these blinds at most stores that sell interior design supplies, but if you want to save some money take your search online and see what you can find. There are more designs, styles, and colors of these blinds than you would have ever expected before and being able to shop online gives you a huge range of prices to look into.

The price may be an issue for you if you are on a budget, so there are faux wood blinds available at many retailers as well. If you actually pay attention, you might actually discover that the ones sold in many stores are not real either. Though they are not technically real wood, they do look the part. Imitation wood is also immune to water damage, which may be a huge plus for you depending on where you live.

Whatever you decide, you will be able to find a huge variety that fits your preference and budget. Don't let what is traditionally considered to be a woven blind deter you, you can often find them in more designs and styles than you could ever dream of. - 29955

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