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There are several more types of blinds in addition to the ones that we looked at the first part of the cheap blinds guide. Let’s take a look at some more.
Pleated Blinds
Pleated, or honeycomb, blinds are another popular choice among people looking for cheap blinds. They are generally made out of fabric, and have dozens of little folds that go horizontally all the way across the length of the fabric. When you pull the blinds up, the fabric folds across these pleats and forms into a neat and tidy stack. You can see an example of a pleated shade below. Continue reading More Cheap Blinds
A coworker has been pretty tight on money as of late, but he’s been trying to sock away a little bit in order to make some dramatic changes in his bathroom. He’s been asking me questions here and there and having fun researching all the possibilities. I told him that putting together just the right bathroom window treatments isn’t necessarily hard, but if he wants it to look great, he’s doing the right thing by taking his time. I am of the mind that first impressions are important and that it should feel inviting. Because of this, many aspects will go into picking out just the right treatment and considerations regarding color, style, pattern, fabric and texture should be included in his final decision.
This coworker told me that according to one source, if he wants his average-sized bathroom window to look elegant, Continue reading A Coworker Asks Me: “What Bathroom Window Treatment Will Work Best?”
 I am sure my mom is not alone in always trying to come up with ways to cut her power bills. She lives up north, and when the weather is cold the last thing she feels like doing is turning down the central heating. The best way to address both problems is to find better ways to insulate your home from the outside elements; and I told my mom that one of the most effective methods – and one that can also make her house look good – is to fit thermal blinds on the windows.
Although you can also buy thermal curtains, I find these to be very heavy and dark whereas blinds keep the cold out while still letting the light in. These blinds are usually the “Roman” style, made up of folds of material that stack at the top of the window when not in use and which create a pleasant, uniform appearance when they are down. They look exactly the same as regular blinds on the outside; it is on the inside that you will notice the difference.
I find the most efficient of this kind of blinds are the ones which have a normal and attractive material on the exterior, but inside have layers of a special type of aluminum sheeting (actually developed for the space program) surrounding a thin core of insulating fleece material. Of course, thermal blinds with all these hi-tech parts are not cheap, and if you have several windows to buy for then the bill can soon rise out of control.
Continue reading Save Money With Thermal Blinds
Note: This was sent in to me from “Carol” and I liked it so much that I figured I’d post it so everyone could read it.
-Cathy
I knew that I was not going to have a lot of extra money to spend on decorating my new home. Therefore, I decided to turn [...]
There are several options that you have when you are thinking of decorating your windows. You can put up curtains, you can put up shades, or you can choose to decorate your windows with blinds. Curtains usually look great, but they can be difficult to get installed and can prove to be an expensive [...]
Even if you are not “frugal”, there are still plenty of good reasons to use cheap blinds in your window treatments. If there’s one thing I want to get across, it’s the idea that you don’t have to sacrifice fashion for price! Cheap blinds can be used anywhere in the house, and here’s a list of the places that I would use cheap blinds, regardless of my budget:
 by: krzakptak Continue reading Where To Use Cheap Blinds
If you take the time to plan, it is possible to create very nice window treatments with cheap blinds and cheap curtains. There’s no reason to break the bank on window treatments when you can achieve the same effect with some planning, some hunting, and a little elbow grease. Follow these steps for great looking windows:
 by: Alexander Baxevanis Continue reading Decorating With Cheap Blinds
Today more and more people are installing French doors into their homes. There are many advantages to having French doors. They allow the room that they are in to get a lot of lighting; they also give the resident an opportunity to appreciate the view from their room. However many people worry that their privacy will be limited with French doors. Another concern that homeowners have is that the room may become too warm or too much sunlight will enter the room. Too much sunlight is an issue as it can damage the furnishings by causing them to fade. Thankfully, these problems can be solved with the use of French door blinds.
Many people prefer to roll-up blinds for French doors. This is due to the fact that they are easy to install. This type of shade is also very affordable. In order to increase the aesthetic appeal of these blinds, many people purchase a valance to use on the window treatment. However, this product does not come without its flaws. Roll-up blinds can make it very difficult to vary the amount of light that will come into the room.
Another popular choice for homeowners is using shutters. The downside to using this type of window treatment is that they are more expensive than other options. Continue reading A Guide To French Door Blinds
Cheap mini blinds can be purchased at most any local discount or home improvement store in your area. If you have an odd sized window that needs to be fitted, you will probably have to go to a specialty store or purchase them over the Internet. Remember that if you choose an online store, there will probably be shipping and handling, so be sure to measure each window correctly for the best fit. The most popular window coverings at the cheapest price are the vinyl mini blinds. Local stores usually only carry the basic colors, but if you are looking for something special you just might be able to find it online. These are a very easy to install adornment for any window and they are also very easy to clean.
Choosing aluminum mini blinds over vinyl ones does have a few advantages. Not only are they fire retardant, they will coordinate perfectly with an all stainless steel kitchen, which will add a little pizazz to your room. Although they are little more expensive than vinyl, they will finish off your room with a quality look. When choosing aluminum, remember that it would probably look much better in a kitchen than any other room of the house. Continue reading Stay Under Budget With Cheap Mini Blinds
Roman shades are a kind of window treatment that helps to block the sunlight and provide enough privacy to your rooms. They are quite different from the usual vertical blinds because they stack up evenly when lifted, and when they are lowered you can see a nice, smooth surface. These shades are usually operated with the help of cords – you can pull the cord till the desired height is reached – so you can open the window cover completely or not, according to how much light you want inside.
Many homeowners prefer to use roman shades because they are available in a wide variety of colors, and If you do not want plain materials you can also choose from various patterns and designs. The best thing about this type of window treatment is that you can find matching materials according to your home or office decor. Continue reading Advantages Of Using Roman Shades
Patio door blinds are used to protect the deck area from the heat of the sun. More and more people are now installing patio doors with blinds in order to block out the sun and keep the patio area cool. There are a number of non-sliding and sliding patio door blinds that you can purchase to increase the versatility of your patio for your own use as well as the comfort of your guests.
There are various styles, shapes, sizes and colors that you can choose from. There are horizontal and vertical patio door blinds on the market. If your patio door is a regular size and shape, you will be able to purchase ready to use blinds. However if you are dealing with an awkward shape or size, you will need to get a custom cut to fit into your patio door.
These blinds are excellent for making an outdoor area feel like the indoors. You have a lot of options when it comes to color and design so there is no reason for you not to find a set that complements your current decor. Aside from protecting you from the sun these blinds can serve a few other purposes. For example, the blinds will offer you privacy in your outdoor area and they can protect your outdoor furniture from damage due to the weather. Continue reading A Guide To Patio Door Blinds
Ikea is one of our favorite stores for frugal decorating. Everything is of good quality and is very stylish; but it’s all pretty cheap due to Ikea’s business model. If you’re shopping for cheap blinds, find the nearest Ikea and plan on spending a good half day browsing through all of their great stuff. Here’s what you can expect to find: Continue reading Cheap Blinds From Ikea
Shopping for window shutters for your interior can be hard since there are so many styles and colors on the market. But I’ve found that knowing how to tie the window shutter style into the rest of your décor will make it a lot easier to come to a final decision. Obviously, the shutters you choose should look good from both the inside and from the outside, and I like to encourage homeowners to experiment, since the shutters that will end up looking best on their home might not be the ones that are labeled specifically for their home’s design, like “Colonial” or “Americana”.
Style-wise, louvered shutters are definitely the category with the most broad-range of choices, Continue reading Choosing Window Shutters For Your Interior
It may come as a surprise to you but, if you read on, I really hope you will see that making Roman blinds at home is easier than you think. Consider these simple instructions for creating a whole new look to any room of your home.
photo: Sarah Stierch
First, you will need [...]
Since there is now such a wide range of textures and patterns available for ready made Roman blinds, I no longer have to bother with getting them custom made! If you are not familiar with this style, the Roman blind has a unique teardrop style that gives it a hobbled look, as the material [...]
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About Me 
Hi! My name is Cathy Robinson and I am a graphic designer based in St. Petersburg, Florida. After I finished decorating my house, most of the comments I got from friends and neighbors were about how great my windows looked and that they couldn't believe it when I told them how little I had actually spent. One thing led to another and soon it seemed like I was helping everybody pick out just the right blinds and shades for their homes as well.
And that's why I started this website - to share some guides for getting expensive-looking results by using cheap blinds and to offer up a few recommendations. Thanks for dropping by!
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