How to Choose the Best Blinds for Privacy and Light Control

For homeowners, protecting their privacy and blocking out light are two of the main reasons for investing in new window treatments. If you’re looking for the best blinds for privacy, you should focus on a few key factors.

Size of Slats

Blinds come with slats that range from narrow to wide. The gaps between slats make it possible for someone to peer in from outside. Those spaces can also allow light from the sun, other homes, local businesses, and passing vehicles to infiltrate your home.

Blinds with wide slats can protect your privacy and block out light better than blinds with narrow slats. Wide blinds have fewer slats, which means there are fewer gaps where light can get in or someone can peek through.

The slats should be proportional to the size of the window. Blinds with wide slats pair well with tall windows, but they can look out of place on smaller windows. If you have small windows, you’ll want blinds with narrower slats that won’t throw off the proportions in the room.

Orientation of Slats

Blinds can have horizontal or vertical slats. For small or medium-sized windows, horizontal blinds generally work well. For floor-to-ceiling windows or sliding doors, vertical blinds are more aesthetically pleasing, and they can be easier to operate. 

Material

When shopping for the best blinds for privacy and light control, think carefully about what they should be made of. Where the blinds will be installed will influence your choice of material.

If you’re looking for blinds for your bathroom, you’ll need a material that won’t get damaged by high levels of humidity. Faux wood is an excellent option. It has the classic beauty of natural wood, but it won’t become warped when it’s exposed to moisture.

Knox Blinds offers window treatments crafted with several durable and attractive materials. You can choose blinds made with:

• Faux wood
• Natural wood
• Aluminum

Get Help Choosing the Best Blinds for Privacy and Light Control

Shopping for new window treatments doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Knox Blinds offers free in-home consultations to help customers buy with confidence. One of our consultants can show you samples of our products, answer questions, and help you select the blinds that best fit your goals and budget. Call (865)544-8339 to schedule an appointment.