4 Top Pros and Cons to Vertical Blinds

Vertical blinds are made up of several vertical strips of fabric hung next to each other. You can use a cord to draw the blinds across your window or to the side out of the way. They also have an additional cord or wand that you can use to alter the angle of your blinds, which affects how much light they let in.

Are you looking for blinds but are unsure which type to pick? Read on to find out the pros and cons of vertical blinds.

The pros of vertical blinds

Inexpensive

An advantage to vertical blinds is that they’re relatively inexpensive. If you need blinds for your window and are on a tight budget then buying and fitting vertical ones could be a great way to go.

Easy to repair

Another benefit to vertical blinds is that they’re easy to repair. If any of the individual panels get dirty or damaged then it’s relatively easy to replace them. This is much cheaper than replacing your blinds and will keep them looking good.

Vertical blind cons

Noisy in the wind

A downside to vertical blinds is that they can get noisy in the wind. This is because each panel has a plastic piece at the bottom that keeps it in place and connects it to the rest of the panels. If your window’s open, these plastic pieces can knock together and make a noise. This isn’t a major problem but could get pretty annoying over time.

Have a functional appearance

Homeowners are also put off vertical blinds by their functional appearance. Although you can customise and coordinate them with your home, there’s no hiding from the fact that they look pretty functional. It doesn’t help that vertical blinds are commonly used in schools and offices, so people tend to associate them with the workplace rather than a comfortable home.

Now you should have more of an idea about whether vertical blinds would suit you and your home. Chosen your blind type and looking for someone to supply and fit them? Click ‘Start my project’, complete our online form and we’ll put you in touch with up to 4 local companies.