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Consumers are often unaware of the difference between faux wood blinds and real wood blinds. Not only do many not know the difference between the two, but they are also unaware of the benefits of faux wood blinds. There positives and negatives to any product. And the same goes faux and wood blinds. Once shoppers make themselves aware of the differences and the advantages to each it is normally obvious which is the better choice for their specific situation.

For many the most obvious advantage to faux wood blinds is the cost. They are significantly more economical than wood blinds. In a rough economy saving money is often the top priority for a large number of shoppers so the price of faux wood blinds makes a difference.

The look of the two options (faux wood and real wood blinds) are the same. To tell the difference between the two consumers typically need to pick them up or bend them, etc. Once installed they both offer the same general look and feel to the decor of the home.

Faux Wood Blinds have the additional benefit of having easy maintenance. They are easier to clean than real wood blinds. They are fully washable. They are unaffected by humidity. With real wood blinds consumers have to be careful of the amount of moisture they apply in cleaning and maintaining their product, but with faux products they do not have to take this into consideration.

Faux Wood Blinds are available in a wide range of colors and textures. They are easily incorporated into any design style and/or color scheme. All faux wood blinds offered in the Blinds Chalet inventory conform to current child safety guidelines.

When considering purchasing Faux Wood Blinds consumers are urged to consider the differences between manufacturers. Simple product comparison graphs are available for consumer information on the company’s website at: www.BlindsChalet.com. Deciding which aspect of the faux wood blinds is most advantageous makes choosing the manufacturer of the product easier as they each have specific strengths and weaknesses.

Chris Stanley is a window treatments expert at Blinds Chalet. Blinds Chalet has over 25 years of experience in the window coverings industry and strives to educate consumers about purchasing and installing window blinds before they buy.

April 28th, 2010 | Category: Cell Shades | Leave a comment

Window shades can really create a sense of warmth in a home for sale. It makes a massive difference to potential buyers when they see a house outfitted with classic window shade choices in comparison to the bare, stark windows they might see in many vacant houses on the market. Making your house for sale seem like home to a potential buyer can often make the difference between a sale and a visit.

Regardless of the particular housing market the purchase and installation of window shades in a home for sale is an excellent idea. But in a tough market it’s a necessity. When buyers have their pick of a large number of homes for sale a good real estate agent will know that there are certain steps that should be taken to make a difference. One of these is window shades. It’s the difference between offering a potential buyer an empty house in comparison to a potential home.

Home sellers looking to purchase window shades should always aim for conservative products. Attempting to “stand out” in a tough market with “unique” window coverings is a terrible idea. It’s much better to offer a classy, conservative look with a well accepted product. This will please the largest group of potential buyers while the “unique” look will have to wait for a buyer with similar design tastes.

Some good, solid choices for window shades that will give a house a homey feel regardless of personal taste and style are: classic wood blinds (or faux wood blinds) or roman shades with conservative color choices. Color choices that will be pleasing to almost any eye are: white, off white, medium dark wood stain, or tan.

Take into account the color of the walls and the color of any woodworking in the home. If the woodworking is a dark stain, matching the stain as closely as possible would be appropriate on any wood or faux wood blinds. If the dark woodworking is already overpowering in the home you do not need to match the color. Sticking with a light color in a small home will create the illusion of a larger space so take this into consideration when thinking about color choices as well.

Never forget that potential buyers probably aren’t able to imagine just exactly how perfect a house is for them. They may see a few possibilities, but it’s up to the seller to ensure that the possibilities are presented in the very best light possible. Window shades are permanent furnishings that make a world of difference; make sure you take advantage of it.

Chris Stanley is a window treatments expert at Blinds Chalet. Blinds Chalet has more than 25 years of experience in the window coverings industry and strives to educate consumers about purchasing and installing window blinds before they buy. Focusing on high quality, company tested and approved window treatments at affordable prices, Blinds Chalet is a resource for all things window blinds related.

April 28th, 2010 | Category: Cell Shades | Leave a comment