Blindman's Daughter

Melissa Michaels has rightly said, Our homes should inspire us to go out into the world to do great things & then welcome us back for refreshment.

Charlotte Moss has correctly claimed, Decorating is like music. Harmony is what we constantly strive for. At home, we want a peaceful atmosphere where the objects are the notes and nothing is off-key.

If your room is plain and boring, give it an exciting touch by installing patterned blinds. They will bring a much-needed visual variation to the room.

If you require the room to be dark, look for roller or Roman blinds that are available in room darkening linings and fabrics. These blinds have no holes or slats to allow the light in.

Don’t be afraid of experimenting with prints. Printed blinds with vibrant designs will add a pop of color to the room. If your room is otherwise simple, printed blinds will definitely capture people’s attention.

Consider cleaning your blinds with a microfiber cloth. However, if you don’t have one, a sock will work just as well. Simply put the sock over your hand, dip it into the water, and clean all the blinds in your house.

For humid rooms like kitchens or bathrooms, avoid natural materials such as silk, linen, and wood which can rot, twist, or fade in humid conditions. Instead, opt for aluminum Venetian blinds, faux wood blinds, or PVC blinds.

Decorating is like music. Harmony is what we constantly strive for. At home, we want a peaceful atmosphere where the objects are the notes and nothing is off-key. -Charlotte Moss

Don’t be afraid to experiment - not everything has to match. A house that is 100% perfect is rarely full of charm. -Rebecca de Ravenel

If your window looks out onto your garden or the surrounding countryside, choose blinds over curtains because they won’t obstruct the beautiful view. Blinds are an ideal choice if your house is in the countryside, the mountains, or in woodland.

Venetian blinds go great with curtains to create a timeless look. They can be drawn up and down completely, which complements the entire curtains with blinds look.

Learn to look not just with your eyes but with your heart. Find the things that connect with you. How else will you know how to design your home? -Kelly Hoppen

Do you know that using natural blinds, such as bamboo, wood, and woven woods, reduces carbon dioxide in homes? These eco-friendly fibers absorb carbon dioxide and improve the quality of air in your property.

In order to remove any stubborn stains on your blinds, blot with a mild detergent solution or alcohol-free wipe. Never spray chemical cleaner directly onto the fabric.

Want to create the illusion of bigger windows and more space in apartments and small rooms? If yes, go for the blinds with wider horizontal slats, usually ranging from 1 inch to 2 3/8 inches.

Roller blinds made from waterproof PVC material are perfect for kitchens and bathrooms as they are very easy to wipe clean. They give a nice, clean look to the window.

A true saying by Frank Lloyd Wright, "Form follows function - that has been misunderstood. Form and function should be one, joined in a spiritual union."

A true saying by Andre Putman: For a house to be successful, the objects in it must communicate with one another, respond and balance one another.

Did you know that ancient Egyptians used reeds from river banks to craft blinds? Animal hides were also used during that time because they created a cooling effect after being soaked in water.

Window shades, the predecessor to roller blinds, started appearing in American homes and public buildings around 1780. These were made of translucent cloth or paper and decorated with hand-painted designs.