Plastic blinds

Increasingly, you can meet in modern rooms on the windows instead of curtains and curtains blinds. Indeed, this design is gaining increasing popularity. In this regard, there are all new types, but the same "favorite" remains such as plastic blinds.

Plastic blinds are called construction on the window, consisting of horizontal or vertical strips (slats) of PVC. As a rule, they consist of a cornice, runners, a chain that connects the strips, weights, a cord for control, lamellae.

The eaves are the basis of the whole structure, on which the lamellae are fixed. Sliders are called small-sized plastic devices that help the bands to move around. Weights are needed to increase the weight of the slats. With them, they do not swing from side to side. Cord management allows you to expand the band, push and connect them.

Initially, such a structure was the only function - it is protection from light and prying eyes. Today, the blinds also perform the function of decor and layout in the room.In this regard, plastic lamellae are decorated under wood, metal or other texture.

This species has several advantages:

• Democratic price;

• Robust design;

• Easy susceptible to wet cleaning;

• Fireproof surface;

• Simple and easy in installation, dismantle;

• Good protect from light and sunlight;

• Wide assortment of color and stylistic composition;

• Harmoniously fit into any space.

Among the shortcomings can be noted the acquisition of a yellow shade from the sun, but this happens only in the cheapest models.

Depending on the direction of the slats, the blinds are divided into horizontal and vertical. Horizontal PVC blinds are preferably hung in the kitchen, bathroom or balcony. They perfectly withstand high humidity and temperature.

To do this, just hold a damp cloth on a dirty surface. Some housewives clean plastic constructions with a vacuum cleaner. Blinds with horizontal stripes are compact enough, therefore, are ideal for small spaces.Due to the strict and uncluttered appearance of such structures, they fit well into the office space.

For larger rooms and windows, vertical blinds are more suitable. They make the room proportional and cozy. Since plastic has high strength, they can be used as screens and partitions. At the same time, they will become real assistants in zoning a small apartment. In combination with curtains, they can act as curtains. This combination is appropriate in the living room or bedroom. According to the reviews, it is good to use a vertical plastic construction as a decor for a room or in creating an interior of various styles.

To make the blinds look appropriate and beautiful in the room, you need to choose them correctly. For this you need to know a few simple rules:

1. Blinds should be selected based on the size of the window. It is better to entrust this task to the measurement specialist, who will take into account all the nuances;

2. Take into account the color and texture of the blinds. In a room with a small area fit bright designs. They will be appropriate in the living room or children's room.Darker or brighter shades are best used in large rooms, bedroom or kitchen;

3. Carefully inspect the structure for defects. The lamellae should open in series, without squeaking and sharp vibrations;

4. Focus on the price. Too understated can talk about poor-quality material, which quickly comes into disrepair. Such a product, of course, is not worth taking;

5. Initially, consider ways of fixing blinds on the window. On plastic frames it is recommended to purchase a structure with brackets. And if the blinds are mounted on the eaves, then they should be wider than the window by a few centimeters. When mounted on tape, the blinds should not be too long. It should reach the window sill;

6. To determine the method of control design;

7. It is necessary to take into account such a nuance as the side of opening and closing the slats. They should not interfere with the opening of the window itself.

You will learn more about how to choose blinds from the following video.

After buying a construction of plastic lamellas, the question arises how to hang them. There are two main ways of fixing blinds: with and without drilling.The first type involves fastening with screws and holes. This method is more preferable for vertical structures. Often they are fixed to the wall or ceiling, sometimes attached to the eaves.

Horizontal strip louvers are attached to the window frame with or without drilling. In the second case, the blinds are attached with adhesive double-sided tape directly to the window or using a bracket.

The option with a tape allows you to firmly fix the blinds both on the window that does not open and on the folding system. Special tape can withstand such a design for several years. This method is considered the specialists the most reliable and simple.

The mounting method with the help of the bracket is also considered a reliable method, but it is not suitable for windows with a folding system and for deaf windows. The brackets are fixed on the window frame, and the blinds are mounted on them. Masters recommend attaching brackets to double-sided tape. This method will protect the frame from drilling and deformation of the seal. The positive moment of such fastening of blinds is their quick and easy removal and attaching back.

Mounting by drilling, although it is considered the most durable way, but dismantling without drilling takes place quickly. This method also has the following advantages:

1. Leaves no holes cracks or deformations of the frames;

2. It is an economical option. There is a saving not only of money, but also of time and effort;

3. Easy to replace and reattach;

4. Such a way allows you to cope independently with the mount without the participation of masters.

Their initial purpose is changing, and now they can be used as an apartment decor. Plastic blinds still occupy a leading position in the selection of these structures. They are valued for availability, easy maintenance, practicality and durability.