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How to Buy Window Blinds. Functionality is just as important as aesthetics when buying
blinds. Follow this advice before making a hasty decision and regretting your purchase.
You will need Internet access Retail stores Functionality Ease of operation Installer
Budget Designer or department store Home improvement store and remote control (optional). Step
1. Shop around on the internet and in retail stores and look at many different styles of
window blinds. Step 2. Pick a style that fits your decor. Mini, vertical, Venetian, and
Roman are just a few. Step 3. Consider the functionality of the blinds. Blackout, light
filtering, and glare control blinds are a few options. Blinds are also installed for
privacy and can help control the temperature in a room. Step 4. Think about how you will
clean the blinds. Most hard surfaces will clean with a little effort, soap and water.
Fabric materials can only be vacuumed. Cloth blinds are not recommended for people with
allergies. They trap dust mites and usually can not be thoroughly washed. Step 5. Select
blinds that operate with ease. Some blinds not only roll up from the bottom but also
down from the top. Test the blind's operations before purchasing. Consider blinds that operate
with a remote if they will be installed in a location that is out of reach. Step 6. Decide
who will install the blinds. Select a store that offers measuring and installation services.
Step 7. Select the blinds that stay within your budget. Blinds are available in a wide
variety of price ranges. Contact a designer or department store if you have a larger budget.
They will tailor the blinds to fit each window. Home improvement stores will carry less expensive
options in standard sizes. Once you have made your final decision, sit back and admire the
view. Did you know The WCAA -- the Window Covering Association of America -- is headquartered
in California. It was established in 1987 to work for the betterment of the interior
fashions industry.