9 Spaces Made More Elegant With Venetian Blinds
Control light, manage privacy and annex style with these versatile window treatments
Do you know which window blind is right for you? If your answer is a Venetian blind, here are examples that will help you know how, where and why you should be using them. For those who are new to the term – a Venetian blind consists of overlapping horizontal slats pivoted together with a cable. This cable assists the opening, closing, raising and drawing of the blind. Among many suitable materials, plastic, PVC, aluminium, wood and faux wood are commonly used to fabricate Venetian blinds.
These window treatments make for a clean-lined, sophisticated look that can be teamed up with almost all decor styles; these nine designs will definitely prove the point.
These window treatments make for a clean-lined, sophisticated look that can be teamed up with almost all decor styles; these nine designs will definitely prove the point.
2. Light out, style in
In addition to providing considerable control over the amount of light entering inside, these slatted blinds are a sleek and neat alternative to curtains. Venetian blinds, of any make, can add to the tastefulness of the decor with their refined look. In this home-theatre room, I love how the raw, natural look of the wooden blinds blends rusticity with a contemporary setting. The narrow opaque well-tied slats help in maintaining darkness in the daytime, if the room needs to be used then.
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In addition to providing considerable control over the amount of light entering inside, these slatted blinds are a sleek and neat alternative to curtains. Venetian blinds, of any make, can add to the tastefulness of the decor with their refined look. In this home-theatre room, I love how the raw, natural look of the wooden blinds blends rusticity with a contemporary setting. The narrow opaque well-tied slats help in maintaining darkness in the daytime, if the room needs to be used then.
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3. Going organic with timber
In this picture, the natural texture of the wooden blind provides a classic upgrade to the space, without overpowering it. The topmost panel tucks the headrail and brackets inside, making a tidy setup. The no-fuss warmth lent by wood creates the perfect reading nook.
Tip: Although wood blinds are matchless, faux-wood blinds have gained prominence too. They replicate the look of real wood, are less expensive, more resistant to dampness and more tolerant to temperature changes.
In this picture, the natural texture of the wooden blind provides a classic upgrade to the space, without overpowering it. The topmost panel tucks the headrail and brackets inside, making a tidy setup. The no-fuss warmth lent by wood creates the perfect reading nook.
Tip: Although wood blinds are matchless, faux-wood blinds have gained prominence too. They replicate the look of real wood, are less expensive, more resistant to dampness and more tolerant to temperature changes.
4. Good use, good mood
The moisture- and chemical-resistant Venetians are a great pick for bathrooms. The well-fitted blind in this Mediterranean bathroom lets in plenty of light and, at the same time, gives much-needed privacy.
Tip: PVC or faux-wood composite blinds are better suited to bathrooms and kitchens, because of their high resistance to water, moisture and detergents.
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The moisture- and chemical-resistant Venetians are a great pick for bathrooms. The well-fitted blind in this Mediterranean bathroom lets in plenty of light and, at the same time, gives much-needed privacy.
Tip: PVC or faux-wood composite blinds are better suited to bathrooms and kitchens, because of their high resistance to water, moisture and detergents.
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5. Fit to perfection
Venetian blinds can be custom-made, enabling the dressing up of awkwardly shaped windows, doors and ventilators. This transitional bathroom features perfectly-fitted short blinds over the ribbon ventilator.
Venetian blinds can be custom-made, enabling the dressing up of awkwardly shaped windows, doors and ventilators. This transitional bathroom features perfectly-fitted short blinds over the ribbon ventilator.
Tip: Expansive windows can be dressed with Venetian blinds, too. The slats can be adjusted in such a way that the outdoor views remain unobstructed, like the louvred blinds in the stairwell here.
Large blinds can be integrated with a motorised pulley that allows operation of the blinds through a switch or remote. This reduces manual effort when the blinds cover large spaces and ensures they are raised and lowered evenly and smoothly.
Large blinds can be integrated with a motorised pulley that allows operation of the blinds through a switch or remote. This reduces manual effort when the blinds cover large spaces and ensures they are raised and lowered evenly and smoothly.
6. Colour parade
Coloured blinds? Why not? Have a look at this contemporary-chic room with blue Venetians matching the adjacent accent wall. The punch of colour makes the blinds more prominent visually and instils a quirky style statement to the space.
Tip: PVC blinds are readily available in a wide array of hues. Alternatively, aluminium or timber blinds can be powder-coated, sprayed or painted in desired colours. However, such synthetic paints add slightly to the toxicity of indoor air.
Coloured blinds? Why not? Have a look at this contemporary-chic room with blue Venetians matching the adjacent accent wall. The punch of colour makes the blinds more prominent visually and instils a quirky style statement to the space.
Tip: PVC blinds are readily available in a wide array of hues. Alternatively, aluminium or timber blinds can be powder-coated, sprayed or painted in desired colours. However, such synthetic paints add slightly to the toxicity of indoor air.
7. Dreamy whites
White Venetian blinds are my personal favourite! They are timeless, light and highly adaptable. In this bright, white-based bathroom, the white blinds add to the clean and uncluttered appeal. I am sure this blind is not going to get dated anytime soon.
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White Venetian blinds are my personal favourite! They are timeless, light and highly adaptable. In this bright, white-based bathroom, the white blinds add to the clean and uncluttered appeal. I am sure this blind is not going to get dated anytime soon.
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8. Lovely layers
Venetian blinds can be layered with other treatments to achieve a luxe look. White sheers layered with dark blinds bring a sophisticated vibe to this bedroom.
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Venetian blinds can be layered with other treatments to achieve a luxe look. White sheers layered with dark blinds bring a sophisticated vibe to this bedroom.
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9. Not just the window
Who said Venetian blinds are only used to treat windows and doors? These multifaceted coverings can act as partitions within the home, too. In this living space, the blind divides two areas, while maintaining the connection between the two.
Looking for ways to partition your home without building walls?
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Tell us:
Have you used Venetian blinds in your home? How have you benefited from them? Tell us in Comments below.
Who said Venetian blinds are only used to treat windows and doors? These multifaceted coverings can act as partitions within the home, too. In this living space, the blind divides two areas, while maintaining the connection between the two.
Looking for ways to partition your home without building walls?
Read more:
6 Window Treatments That Will Change Your Perspective
Tell us:
Have you used Venetian blinds in your home? How have you benefited from them? Tell us in Comments below.
Venetian blinds are adaptable and useful to many spaces of the home. In this home office, the blinds filter light though the slats, not compromising on the privacy of the interiors. By changing the angle of the slats of Venetian blinds one can control how much light is let in. In addition, the blinds protect the interior furnishings and finishes from direct sunlight.