Wood Blinds

Wood blinds are the classic window covering of choice for discriminating decorators. Their style is so adaptable that they can easily be used for a rustic, romantic, or even a modern feel. At Decorating Depot, we offer wood blinds with slats from one to three inches, as well as faux wood blinds for designers on a budget. Designers love wood blinds because they add texture to a room. Texture is one of the most important (but most often overlooked) aspects of design. Texture, however, is what gives a room its depth, and wood blinds are an easy way to begin layering both texture and color.

Wood blinds work best for rooms that are going to be entirely neutral in color. It is very possible to create a soft, elegant room using only creams, beiges, browns, and other neutrals. The texture and grain of wood offers a striking contrast to smooth silks and satins, for example.

No matter which shade of wood you choose, consider draping that window with shantung. Shantung is a form of silk, with a tight weave and subtle bumps called “slubs.” Less glossy than finished silk, shantung is a perfect complement to wood blinds of any color. It drapes beautifully with full, wide cones and its medium weight means you won’t have to install heavy-duty drapery rods in your wall.

When hanging your wood blinds, consider hanging them above the top of your window. This will enlarge the window visually. To make a window appear wider, install your wood blinds outside the window casings. This strategy works especially well when you aren’t planning on using a complementary window dressing. The wood itself is often dressing enough. While this approach wouldn’t be flattering with aluminum blinds or with honeycomb shades, it’s perfect for the warmth of wood.

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