Are you looking for an alternative for the cheap-looking vinyl blinds? Then you should look for aluminum blinds. Available in many colors, they are sturdier than the vinyl ones and much more stylish. They do cost more, but they will last longer and give a modern feel to any room.

Sizes range ½” (micro-blinds),  1” and 1 3/8” (mini blinds), and 2” (blinds, or macro blinds). The main difference in daily use is that mini blinds give you more control over light, while macro blinds give you a better view once you open them.

Aluminum blinds come in many colors, so they fit most decoration styles. You can combine colors if you want, or use simpler colors such as silver, bronze and black for a contemporary room. Read the rest of this entry

Vinyl window blinds or wood window blinds can be a good alternative to curtains.  Blinds do not fade in spots due to exposure to sunlight as curtains do, blinds are often cheaper than curtains and they are easier to care for and keep clean.

The prices vary a lot depending on where you buy the blinds, what they are made of and what size you need.  It is important to measure the window before you buy the blinds; if you buy the blinds online or buy custom window blinds, they can be difficult if not impossible to return if you get the wrong size.

Vinyl window blinds come in different colors and are quite affordable.  Some of the cheapest ones are the Living Accents Vinyl Mini Blinds, Ace Hardware Mini Vinyl Blinds and the Essential Home Light Filtering Vinyl Mini Blinds.  You can buy any one of these for anywhere between $5 – $10, depending on the size needed.

If you like the wooden look but do not want to buy wooden blinds, then try vinyl wood blinds.  They are made from 100% vinyl but look like wood.  These blinds are easy to clean and can be found at affordable prices from Target, Amazon.com and eBay. Vinyl wood window blinds can be white, light or dark brown. Read the rest of this entry

If you are looking  for information on how to install blinds, it is best to start by measuring the inside mount or the window at the sides, top and bottom. Then you need to measure the outside mount at the same places and include the two sides of the castings of the window. Accurate measurements are essential for proper installation of the blinds.

After careful measurements, before installation of the blinds, you need to install the mounting brackets are essential, as they will hold the blinds in place mark the places to be drilled with pencil. Secure the screws in place to install the bracket and install the other bracket the same way.

Next  on your quest on how to install blinds you need to affix the blinds in the brackets and then install the brackets on the head rail. Read the manufacturers instructions and lock the rails in place. If you have a valance for the blinds, you need to install them place. Line up the ends of the valance and cut off the loose ends and install it on the head rail. Read the rest of this entry