Black window blinds? Great Idea!
But think twice before buying
them.
Black window blinds? Really? Many people don’t even know that such a type of
window treatment exists on the market. But yes, it does, and if you really want
your windows to be completely black when the blinds are closed, you can find
black-colored window blinds, although with some effort.
The question is: Why black?
Do you think that black will give you better light control, or are you one of those originals who are looking for unique home decorations?
If you belong to the first category, you will be disappointed: black-colored blinds provide the same amount of light blockage as their white counterparts.
The light control quality of your window blinds depends on two things: the
material from which they are made, and the way in which they block light. For
example, wood and faux wood blinds will give you better light control than
vinyl blinds. In addition, you can get blinds with complete light blockage, if
you choose no-holes blinds, cordless blinds, and blinds with hidden holes.
What black window blinds can really do is to absorb a lot of the light in the
room. Dark colors, especially black, absorb sunlight, unlike white and light
colors, which reflect light. So if you want to get a darkened room, don’t
hesitate to shop for black blinds. This can be most reasonable in a bedroom or
in the home theater.
Just don’t put black window blinds in a baby’s or child’s room. You might
frighten your little one with such a bizarre selection. Teenagers are another
matter: they themselves often have extraordinary tastes and may even like this
choice, especially if they have a modern-style room.
Here are some examples where black window blinds might look appropriate in your
interior.
Contemporary style
Black window blinds can fascinatingly contrast with many light or bright
colors. If you like modern style, you can create a room in black and white
tones. For example, you could have white walls, black window blinds, black and
white furniture. You can add one- or two-colored, preferably bright items to
this interior — a rug, a picture, or a decorative vase. Modern-looking aluminum
black blinds, vertical or horizontal, match this style well.
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Elegant classic style
This style works well with the living room. White- or natural–painted walls, a
black chandelier, black blinds. The furniture can be finished with light or
dark wooden tones. The room should have plenty of space, so as not to create a
feeling of something dark and crammed. Bright-colored accessories, like rugs or
pictures perfectly complement this décor. Black wood blinds will look excellent
in such an interior. If you need blinds for wide windows or sliding doors, shop
for black wood vertical blinds; if you have standard windows or French, look
for horizontal wooden blinds.
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Japanese style
This is a variation of the modern style: clear straight lines of black and
white furniture, white walls, and lots of empty space. Black wood blinds, black
woven shades, or black roman shades would be ideal for such an interior. You
can add some abstract pictures on the walls and modern-style ceramic vases or
sculptures.
Keep in mind, however, that black doesn’t fit in well with a
sunny, hot area. As was mentioned above, black absorbs the sunlight and gives
back warmth, so it becomes very hot in a room. In addition, black window
blinds, especially wooden blinds, tend to fade quickly in the sun. However, you can try to find black vinyl or aluminum blinds - they don't fade so quickly.
Vinyl blinds are among the most popular window blinds on the market.
Now, if after reading this article, you are still thinking of
buying black window blinds, try to find them in your local window treatment
store, or shop for them online. It might take some effort, but you'll be able
to find them.
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