If you are currently thinking about installing window blinds in your home, you need to be aware of the different options that are available. These days, the choice extends far beyond fabric or wood. You can invest in Venetian, vertical, pleated, roller, Roman blinds, and more. For beautiful blinds, the fit, design, and colour should match the style of the interior décor.
Venetian and Vertical blinds are two of the most popular choices, because they offer a great balance between practicality and aesthetic appeal. While they share some similarities, they are distinct options, with their own unique advantages and disadvantages. It is important to understand this when shopping for beautiful blinds, because the most suitable style for you will depend on your needs.

This handy guide to the main differences between Venetian and vertical blinds will help you get to grips with the basics.

The Structure

Venetian blinds (sometimes called horizontal blinds) are made up of a series of horizontal slats. These slats are linked together with a string ladder and a set of pull cords. This forms an easy to use ‘lifting’ mechanism that allows a homeowner to make adjustments as and when needed. So, for example, if you wanted to let more light in, all that you would have to do is pull or twist the cord in the right way.
The important difference between Venetian and vertical blinds is that the latter moves from left to right, rather than up and down. You can adjust the individual slats just as easily, but the pull cord either draws the lats across the length of the window or pulls them back. Both Venetian and vertical blinds have slats that can be tilted in such a way as to control the amount of light entering the room.

The Appearance

While most beautiful blinds are made with wood, high quality alternatives can be bought in plastic, metal, and fabric. However, wood remains the most popular choice among homeowners. This is because it gives the room a warm, refined look. It is timeless, classic, and speaks of elegance and sophistication.
Ultimately, there is no huge difference in the appearance of Venetian and vertical blinds, other than the fact that one draws upwards (to let more light in) and the other draws to one side (for the same purpose). This can still be a personal preference though, so if you do favour one over the other, make sure that you pick the right window blinds. You can buy both options in a huge variety of different colours.

The Strength

Generally speaking, Venetian window blinds are stronger than vertical ones, but this does depend on the quality of the product. There are plenty of vertical blinds that are tougher than the alternative; it depends on how much you spend and how you install them. Venetian blinds can be drawn up and out of the way, so it is much harder for children to reach them.
This is an advantage over vertical blinds, because small hands can pull at these and break them. If you do have children, wooden blinds are the better choice because they are harder to snap and tear than fabric or plastic ones. For beautiful blinds, think about both practicality and appearance.
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