Made-to-measure blinds are perfect for those bathrooms that have an oversized or large window. Not only that, they can go to the other extreme as well for the smaller than normal or odd-shaped window that’s not the standard rectangle size. Because they are made-to-measure, you get the exact length and width needed to cover your bathroom window appropriately. They come in a wide variety of styles and colors to suit virtually any decor. Some of the different styles you can start to think about range from 1″ to 2″, vinyl to aluminum, roman to roller, venetian to vertical and wood to faux wood to just name a few. Let’s travel a little further down the road of made-to measure blinds and get into the details of what will work and what will not work in a bathroom.
The first one to check out if you are looking for that aluminum look but to have all the qualities of vinyl because it’s going in the bathroom are high-gloss vinyl made to measure blinds. These vinyl blinds are a perfect fit for those bathrooms with an oversized or large window. Some of the features to look for in this type of blind to ensure you are getting high quality are ones that have an anti-static UV coating. This coating protects the blinds from fading or warping and also helps keep them clean as it will repel the dust. The really good ones will have a room darkening effect in that the cord holes that travel through the blind will disappear when you close them. This allows you to have a little added privacy control as well as be able to control how much light comes in your bathroom. Plus, it’s always nice when they come with a decorative head rail to really finish off the entire look.
Here’s a little bit more info on these made to measure venetian blinds and how to measure for them and then ultimately fit them in your bathroom window. First thing to know is whether or not you want an inside recess or outside recess mount. That is whether or not they will be installed inside the window frame or outside of the window frame. For an inside fit, measure the top, middle and bottom and take the smallest measurement. Some of these units will have two different installation brackets available that you can use, a swivel bracket and a cage bracket. The swivel bracket simply slips into the top of the blind and can be used anywhere along the top while a cage bracket only fits on the ends. Their are two control mechanisms used to operate the blind itself. One is a cord control that’s used to lift and lower the blind. The other may be either a cord or wand control used to control the tilt of the slats, I personally like the cord models over the wand models. The seem a little more uniform than having both, but either will work fine. Rest assurred that if you go with venetians as bathroom blinds, when they are fully closed you will have complete privacy.
Made to measure vertical blinds are a perfect solution for enhancing a room’s look with lightweight window treatment solution, especially for those rooms that have very large windows or sliding glass doors. Vertical blinds provide for an inexpensive contemporary decorating idea for any room within the home, just not so much a bathroom. More than likely you’ll find this style of blind in modern offices and buildings rather than a bathroom. It’s not that they couldn’t be used there, just they’d be much more appropriate in a lavatory with huge picture glass windows or a walkout and not one that has just a window. Other than that, they are pretty much overkill.
If you are looking for something quite different and spectacular for your bathroom window, you should check out what a made to measure roman blinds could do for you. These are simply fantastic and again you get such a wide range of styles, designs and colors to play with especially if you get them from a custom shop. Some of the things that you could choose from for a very custom blind is whether or not it has a “shaped” bottom either with or without a trim fabric. What do I mean by “shaped” bottom? Well, the bottom could be in a curve or a zig-zag and can be bordered with a color coordinating trim. These look nice. You could also choose to get the whole fabric with a border to really offset it. They can be either regular or cascade pocket folds which makes them look different when they are opened. And, you can choose whether or not they will have a lining. That’s right, they could be either unlined or lined or have a blackout material installed. The absolute hardest part when it comes to picking this type of blind and what most people labor over the most is deciding on what fabric to use. The color and the design is all up to you, just make sure that it can withstand a little splashing over time (it’s best if it’s waterproof). A roman blind will make a great alternative to traditional window coverings and will do well in just about any room in the house and give you a complete contemporary look in your bathroom.
Another option for your bathroom is made to measure roller blinds. Again, these are available in a huge selection of patterns and colors to fit any decor and color combination. These could also be a wonderful choice for your bathroom due to the excellent level of privacy you receive from them when they are closed. If you are putting these in your bathroom though, only look at the models and brands that support the highest standards, best components and fabrics. These would be models that have roller tubes made from ribbed steel or aluminum, top grade fabrics that are hopefully waterproof and a side action chain system that’ll provide smooth and easy action when opening and closing.
Made-to-measure wooden blinds are the perfect compliment for any room. But if you are going to be putting these in a an environment that’s going to sport a bit of humidity like a bathroom, you’re not going to want wooden blinds, you are going to want a suitable substitute like faux wood blinds. These are ideal because they typically will not fade or warp and are crack-resistant. This way, you don’t have to worry about all the little splashes and long, hot showers. They are also very easy to clean. All you need to do is take a damp cloth and just wipe them down. And because they are custom made, you know they’ll be the perfect fit to the exact length and width you need for your bathroom window. Plus they can be mounted on either the inside of the window well or outside.
Made to measure blinds are becoming an increasingly popular alternative to curtains for the bathrom. There are so many different kinds, styles and colors you can get in a made-to-measure blind so do some looking around before you jump in to make sure you get the one you want with the functions you want and the privacy you need. When you’re ready to order them, just make sure you have measured your windows, know the color and style you want, how many of them you may need if you have more than one window in your bathroom, the exact width and length needed and whether or not they’ll be mounted inside or outside the window frame. There is one last thing that you need to keep in mind. Typically, because of their custom nature, made to measure blinds sometimes cannot be returned to the store or manufacturer unless they are defective or damaged.
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