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 and a close-up of the pleats below.
Pleated blinds give a very unique feel to a room and are great for anyone who wants their blinds to stand out from the crowd a bit. These blinds can also be made with a special lining that limits the amount of sunlight that is allowed through, making them a great choice for bedrooms and they also work well in conservatories as conservatory blinds.
If you are considering buying pleated blinds, one thing to keep in mind is the quality of the manufacturer you’re buying from. Poorly made pleated blinds can start to bend in new places after some use, instead of just along the pleats. When the blinds start doing this, they tend to look sloppy and will stop working as well as they used to. It’s entirely possible to buy inexpensive, but well-made pleated blinds that will keep their shape properly for years.
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Roman Blinds
Another popular choice for cheap blinds are roman blinds. These blinds are also usually made of fabric and have large sections/folds down their length. When the blinds are raised, the fabric bunches along the sections creating nice, neat folds, as you can see below.
Roman blinds can be made in several different styles to meet your unique needs and budget. The standard version comes with a full lining to add to the looks and durability of the blinds, but you can forgo the lining and get a lighter weight version to same some money. Roman blinds give a very elegant feel to the room and are excellent for more formal settings and decors.