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How to Clean Wood Blinds: Your Comprehensive Guide

…ke sure that doesn’t happen. What Type of Wood Blinds You Have: Is It Real Wood or Faux Wood? Any style of wood blind will bring a natural warmth and add sophistication to your space. However, when it comes to cleaning, it’s important to know what you’re working with first. Not all wood window blinds are cleaned the same way. Before you grab any cleaning supplies, you need to identify your blind material. This critical distinction will determine e…

Choosing Between Wood and Faux Wood Blinds

…tificial. Faux wood blinds look like the “natural thing,” but what is faux wood? Faux wood blinds are actually made of either a composite wood material or a PVC/vinyl material. Wood and faux blinds are both constructed with slats but faux wood blinds either have slats with a wood core that is coated with a high tech polymer (composite) or the slats are entirely made of a vinyl/PVC material. Both of these materials are highly durable and will not w…

Warm Up With Wood Window Treatments

…really make a difference in creating a calm feeling of warmth. My Favorite Wood Blinds Woven Wood blinds are so classic yet are right at home in a modern, traditional or eclectic room. Some of my favorite Wood Blinds are our Blindsgalore Premium 2″ Wood Blinds. I love the weathered look in this collection with just enough texture to add interest without being overly decorated. For you “modernists,” this collection has a very cool, black painted op…

How Do You Clean Wood Blinds?

…grime, your best bet is to begin with a vacuum using a brush attachment. Start from the top and work your way down. After vacuuming, wood blinds may be wiped down with a damp cloth. If your wood blinds have a stained finish, they can be treated with a wood preservative or a wood cleaner. Remember, wood blinds are a natural product and can warp or stain if you overuse water or cleaners not compatible with wood products. Keep your wood blinds lookin…

The Different Types of Window Treatments: Woven Wood Shades

…nd functional options are available to enhance the natural beauty of Woven Wood Shades. Edge Binding To further integrate a Woven Wood Shade into your room, take advantage of edge binding as a decorative option. Strips of fabric wrap around the exposed edges, providing a more finished, tailored look. It’s best to order samples of both the Woven Wood Shade material and the edge binding to get a real sense of how they coordinate with each other as w…

Styling Your Home With Woven Woods

…ays a welcome addition in the bedroom, after all. In The Dining Room Woven wood shades can be casual in the dining room, coordinating well with wood furniture such as dining tables, buffets or hutches. With a variety of neutral to dark colors, the natural, easy feel of an informal dining room can be enhanced with these light and effortless window treatments. For a more formal look, the addition of a pair of drapery panels will quickly heighten the…