Which window coverings are best for you? Use this handy guide:
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2" Fauxwood Blinds
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- The look of real wood, but less expensive
- Rugged and durable (good for kitchens, bathrooms, and children's rooms)
- Moisture resistant and easy to clean
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| CONS |
- Faux wood is the heaviest of the 2" horizontal blinds and is thus seldom raised
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$49
36"X60" |
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2" Real Wood Blinds
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| PROS |
- Low-cost alternative to plantation shutters
- Warm and natural look with many color options
- Excellent ability to block or vary incoming light
- Lighter in weight than 2" Fauxwood Blinds
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| CONS |
- When in the "Up" position, stack height can obstruct view on larger windows
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$74
36"X60" |
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Light Filtering Honeycomb Shades
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| PROS |
- When closed, they provide privacy yet allow light to gently filter in
- When raised, they are compact, giving a clear, unobstructed view outside your window
- Very good insulators for lower energy bills
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$74
36"X60" |
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Room Darkening Honeycomb Shades
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| PROS |
- Blocks out most light (perfect for bedrooms and nurseries)
- One of the best insulators providing lower energy bills
- When raised they are compact, giving a clear, unobstructed view outside your window
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| CONS |
- When lowered, your room is very dark; it is difficult to vary light
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$90
36"X60" |
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Fauxwood Shutters
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| PROS |
- Add the most value to your home
- Visually appealing; excellent at controlling light
- 40% less expensive than custom wood shutters
- Simple to clean and very durable
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$300
36"X60" |
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1" Aluminum Mini Blinds
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- Inexpensive and lightweight
- Many colors to choose from
- Good at blocking and varying amount of light
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$31
36"X60" |
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Embossed PVC Vertical Blinds
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- Perfect for sliding doors and large windows
- Easy to clean; gather very little dust
- Beautifully textured and patterned vinyl vanes
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$53
36"X60" |
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