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Redecoration and design can be an extremely expensive procedure, especially when the myriad of considerations are taken into account. Wallpaper, paint, flooring and window coverings all need to be selected, requiring a lengthy decision making process and extensive deliberation.

In terms of window coverings homeowners and designers are often swayed to simply select curtains as an uninspired and frankly boring choice; today, blinds are a far more exciting choice, available in many different, styles, colours and materials. Naturally different types of blinds have different features; this article will attempt to highlight the aspects, in terms of design and practicality for each of the major types of blinds.

Roller blinds are probably the simplest variety of blind available on the market; that said, simplicity does not mean that style is sacrificed. Control of rollers is ultimately simple; typically a cord controls the height of the blind although direct control is also used. The user simply pulls the blind down to the preferred height.

Understandably this gives light control to those inside. Rollers are most frequently used as blackout blinds as with the right fabric they can completely block light entering a room. The last benefit of rollers is that they are inexpensive due to their simple nature.

Vertical blinds are cheap and effective and made from a variety of different fabrics. Some of these fabrics are light reflective, retardant to flame and also blackout. The major benefit of vertical blinds is the amount of space they can cover; they are perfect for floor to ceiling windows and can span large walls of windows. Operated using a cord system they are ideal for the home or office.

Venetian blinds are the most popular type of blind on the market; they can be constructed from all manner of different materials making them suitable for almost any room in the home. Woods can be used for the warm homely look, whilst water resistant materials such as PVC are ideal for the bathroom or kitchen. Venetian blinds are made of horizontal slats that are raised, lowered and tilted using cords. They can give full view by being completely raised and can also be tilted for ultimate light control. Materials such as PVC and aluminium are the cheapest option for affordable decorating.

Roman blinds are extremely popular amongst those with a stylistic persuasion. When they are down they are remarkably similar to blackout blinds but when raised give a completely different impression. Unlike rollers they do not roll up around a cylinder and instead fold up, due to the flaps of cloth used in their manufacture. These folds are of an equal length and are controlled by a rod through each fold, raised and lowered by cords.

Pleated blinds are almost exclusively used for windows of an irregular shape, particularly in conservatories where all of the windows are rarely rectangular. These pleated blinds are often specially treated to be resistant to the effects of the sun and with the right material can create stunning light effects.

Hopefully this article has given those redecorating or redesigning their home an idea of the options out there when it comes to window dressings. With the correct choice it is possible to gain, elegant and stylish blinds that give a home those finishing touches that truly set it apart.