Vertical blinds refresh and refresh the interior. Thanks to a huge selection of materials, you can choose the most suitable option for rooms of various styles and purposes.
The principle of operation and design
The design, set in motion the mechanism in the form of a side cord. The control chain allows you to rotate the slats and regulate the flow of light. Weighting or lower weights, which are located in the lower part of the lamellae, contribute to their even position and prevent rocking. Runners are arranged so that one side is attached to the cornice, and the other hold the slats. Plastic chain is used to connect the lamella together.
The photo shows the construction scheme of vertical blinds.
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages and disadvantages of vertical blinds.
| Benefits | disadvantages |
|---|---|
| Practical, easy to manage and maintain. Vertical slats collect less dust. | Aluminum blinds when swinging from the wind, hit the glass and against each other, therefore, create noise. |
| Structures due to their shape, visually pull the room and raise the ceiling. | Lamels made of wood have a rather high price. |
| They can be combined with other elements of decor, for example, with lambrequins or light curtains. | Plastic structures will turn yellow with time, and they are also prone to deformation, so they should not be located near heat sources. |
Use cases
Multifunctional vertical structures can be used in various versions.
On the windows
Vertical panels on the windows, due to its simple form, easily fit into any interior and look quite stylish and beautiful.
On the interior doors
Will make the room more airy, and significantly expand the boundaries of space. Blinds on the doorway, used in different styles and directions.
For zoning rooms
Help to separate and organize a place of rest. Often such a design move is used in studio apartments, for example, to distinguish between a living room and a kitchen.
The photo shows vertical lamellae in the form of a partition for zoning the space of the room.
Types of vertical blinds
There are several main species.
Multifactory
Combined plastic and fabric blinds are beautiful, original design and are an excellent alternative to curtains.
With photo printing
One of the best ways to interestingly arrange the window, doorway or sliding partition. Various color or black and white photos printed on the blinds make it possible to make the interior bright, expressive, individual and simply decorate the room.
Rope
They can perfectly replace a tulle. Lamels with thin muslin threads create a unique feeling of lightness and romanticism.
Pleated
Pretty demanded option decor, resembling an accordion in appearance. Plisse perfectly protect the room from light, serve as a space delimiter, decoration for windows, doors and simply decorate the whole interior.
Lamella Material
Not only the appearance of the structures, but also their performance and price depends on the type of material.
Fabric
They look stylish and modern, they can be chosen for any window opening and interior. A huge range of fabrics, different in density, such as satin or jacquard, will create a unique effect of diffused light in the room.
The photo fabric vertical slats in the bedroom.
Aluminum
Suitable for decorating the bathroom or kitchen. They are hygienic, do not absorb odors and are easy to care for.
Wood
Stylish, practical, eco-friendly and aesthetic. The slats are covered with different tint varnishes, due to which they are not knocked out of a single interior style, and this also prevents wood from burning out under ultraviolet rays.
Plastic
Does not fade, does not accumulate dust, perfectly cleaned. Protects from bright light and creates the effect of diffused lighting in the room.
Bamboo
Possess an original natural aesthetics, emphasize the uniqueness and individuality of the room and bring some weightlessness and airiness into the space.
In the photo there is a living room and a window with vertical bamboo slats.
Design and drawings
Blinds will give a kind of brightness and change the overall picture and perception.
Figured
Quite unusual and interesting design option. Wave-like monochromatic or multi-colored stripes, similar to ribbons, create a unique effect and look amazing.
Flowers
Will change and refresh the look of the room. Floral print creates a bright spring interior and adds to it a special warmth and comfort.
Patterns and monograms
Give blinds expressiveness and originality. Patterned slats will be an interesting accent and bring liveliness and brightness to the room.
Multicolored
Colorful two-colored or multi-colored alternations on the blinds will be the main decoration and center of attention.
In the photo there is a kitchen with vertical multi-colored slats.
Cityscapes
Images and photos of parks, old streets and gardens create a special atmosphere, relax and soothe.
Nature
Blinds with photos with elements of nature, provide an opportunity every day to admire the amazing landscapes and inspire them with harmony, peace and tranquility.
Wicker tree
Such an attractive material will give the room warmth, comfort and coziness, regardless of the style in which the room is made. They perfectly highlight the advantages of both modern and more strict classical interior.
Color options
The selected color will help the blinds harmoniously fit into the situation and become a real decoration of the interior.
Green
Tone, soothe and attract attention, while not annoying. Green color is considered a perfect neutral background, the most familiar to the human eye.
The photo shows the interior of the living room and vertical lamellae of green.
Gray
To make the room not look dull and faceless, this color should be used wisely. Gray strips in combination with light decor of the interior, will be a reflection of prosperity, restraint and good taste.
Black
Black blinds attract mystery. His presence in the interior defies fading and routine.
Whites
Significantly refresh the room, making it spacious. This seemingly simple color of the absolute, contains a secret power and great potential.
The photo has white vertical slats on the windows in the living room.
Beige
The slats of such a universal color give extra lighting to the room and create comfort and home comfort.
Brown
They make the room very fashionable and hospitable. This color is distinguished by universalism and is perfectly combined with both dark and light tones.
Red
They bring warmth, dynamism and charisma into the room. With proper decoration, red vertical slats will give solemnity, lift your spirits and add richness and luxury to the interior.
In the photo are short vertical blinds of red color on the kitchen window.
Orange
Orange is active, but not aggressive. Vertical blinds in this color affect the interior with softness and warmth, due to which it acquires new colors, it becomes brighter and fuller.
Turquoise
Possess freshness and attractive charm. This color is reflected in the sea waves and the sky lights, so any room gets a touch of discreet luxury and comfort.
Photos in various styles
The laconic design of vertical blinds, allows them to become a decor for registration practically of any style.
Loft
For a loft, it can be wooden blinds, which are the same color as the floor covering or plain plastic, metal models in bright colors.
Modern
In modern style using simple fabric or plastic options. They perfectly emphasize the stylish design of the room.
In the photo are vertical fabric slats in the living room in a modern style.
Minimalism
Laconic, modest blinds, their severity and restraint fully comply with this style. Designs in muted pastel tones without bright ornaments and patterns are especially relevant here.
Eco style
Vertical wooden, bamboo or fabric blinds made from natural materials are quite often found in an eco-friendly style. Long, monophonic lamellas look win-win and very harmonious.
Examples in the interior of rooms
Vertical blinds are used in all types of premises. The main thing is to choose the material and style of the product.
Kitchen
In a small kitchen with a low ceiling, vertical models will visually increase the space, and thanks to their practicality they will perfectly fit into the interior and become a stylish and comfortable decor.
In the photo is a kitchen with window openings, decorated with vertical lamellas of pale blue color.
Living room
When choosing first take into account the interior design. It can be absolutely any vertical blinds that will not stand out from the general style of the room and further emphasize its exceptional appearance.
The photo shows a living room in fusion style and light vertical blinds on the windows.
Bedroom
Fabric designs in soothing pastel colors are perfect for this. They will add weightlessness, airiness and lightness to the interior.
Children's
In the nursery they use eco-friendly models from natural materials. Vertical blinds will protect the room from the bright light and organize a comfortable daytime sleep for the child.
Restroom
Blinds in the bathroom are used as decor for the window, if this opening is provided in the toilet. In addition, the slats are used as an element with which you can hide and disguise sanitary pipes.
Balcony and Loggia
The vertical slats, located along the entire length of the balcony plastic window, look like one continuous canvas and thereby give integrity to the whole space.
Combination
Various compositions and combinations - it is always fashionable, original and beautiful.
Tulle
Functional and strict blinds in combination with a light and aesthetic veil, create a unique and original style in the design of windows.
In the photo, a combination of vertical slats with a veil on the windows in the bedroom.
Portiere
It is perfectly combined with fabric, wooden, plastic or aluminum lamels. Different materials and textures complement each other favorably, and create an accent in the room.
In the photo there is a living room in the style of a modern classic and a combination of curtains with vertical blinds.
Pelmet
Very harmonious combination. Especially elegantly blinds are combined with a soft fabric lambrequin. This union will find its place, both in stylish modern styles, and in elaborate and pompous baroque, classic or rococo.
For custom shape windows
Blinds will be an alternative decor option, perfectly replacing curtains and curtains.
Arched
Such windows are decorated with the help of vertical multilevel planks fixed on a flexible eaves of a special profile that bends well and freely takes the desired shape.
In the photo there is a kitchen-dining room and an arched window with white vertical blinds.
Mansard
For their design apply a more complex structure, which is held at an angle. Lamellae protect the attic floor from unwanted light and provide a decent level of comfort and convenience.
Inclined
Vertical beveled strips with step transitions create an original cascade window composition.
Bay window
The eaves, joined closely to each other, repeat the shape of the bay window, due to which the lamellae completely cover the opening and protect the room from sunlight.
In the photo there is a bedroom with a bay window decorated with vertical blinds.
Triangular
The design is a lamella of different lengths, which are mounted on the eaves installed at the desired angle. Also on this type of window the slats can be fixed with the help of special hooks without using a cornice.
Panoramic
For such large windows, long vertical slats will become the obvious and relevant choice. They will make the space harmonious, stylish and modern.
Photo gallery
If you are not afraid of experiments and show imagination, vertical blinds can be a great alternative to the usual decorative curtains.
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