Kensington Plain Vertical Blind Dove

Help On Using Vertical Blinds

Vertical blinds are a modern and versatile window treatment that offers variable degrees of privacy as well as sun protection, particularly for larger windows.

Available in numerous finishes including blackout, dim out, wipe clean and fire retardant fabrics to suit the requirements of most living situations.

Things to think about

When using vertical blinds, you should look at the window and see what obstacles you have in your window. If you have handles that stick out you should bear in mind that you will have to move the blinds out from the window to ensure that the blind does not catch against the handles. Make sure you will be happy with the position of the blind if you do so.

If you have opening widows, think about having the vertical blind to draw back to the side that does not open. This will mean when you have your windows open your blinds will not blow about in a breeze. This is particularly useful for patio doors, where you can damage the blind easily when the doors are open if it draws back to the side that opens.

Blackout Vertical Blinds

It is quite normal for blackout fabrics to be used on vertical blinds, but due to the nature of the blind, while using these fabrics will shade against the sun and light, light will still pass through the gaps in the slats. If it is s proper blackout you need, say for a child’s bedroom, then we would suggest a roller blind.

Caring for your Vertical Blind

Vertical blinds should be maintained at regular intervals with careful cleaning with the upholstery brush attachment of a hoover. Many modern fabrics are sponge or wipe clean and some can be washed but we recommend that you follow the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions carefully or have them professionally cleaned.