The modern, elegant look of aluminum blinds, designer colors, and exciting metallic aluminum blinds for windows, as well as doors, will make a statement and bring personality to any space, commercial or private. With aluminum blinds, you will carry one of the most versatile lines of aluminum blinds with cord and cordless blinds with a large selection of colors and various options to adapt the blinds to your personal needs.
Aluminum blinds are suitable for both small and large windows. They work well on large windows because they are easy to lift and operate at any size, while some window treatments are too heavy for larger sizes. They work well for small windows as the slats are relatively small at 1″ wide.
Advantages of aluminum blinds
Style: Aluminum blinds also come in many different styles, varieties, and colors as well as finishes. You can choose from neutral tones with a flat finish or bright colored blinds with a glossy finish and other similar combinations to suit almost any style of decoration.
Ideal for large windows or doors, their aluminum construction makes these mini blinds light and easy to raise and lower or open and close. These lightweight blinds have minimal stacking when the blinds are extended, allowing for a better view of the outdoors.
Privacy and light blocking: Aluminum blinds to block light and reflect the sun’s rays; keep your rooms cooler during hot seasons and warmer during cold seasons. Ideal for sunny and shiny rooms, these blinds provide excellent functionality with maximum light control. Aluminum blinds provide some privacy when closed, but can cast shadows and silhouettes in a lit room. Many aluminum blinds feature a hopeless feature with ladder holes located at the top of the blind slat. When the blinds are closed, the bottom of each slat covers the openings of the slat below it, blocking light from the room.
Waterproof: A big advantage of aluminum blinds is that they are resistant to water and moisture. This makes them a good choice for wet areas such as kitchens and bathrooms.
Durable and affordable: Aluminum blinds can be very durable, especially if you buy good quality blinds like Hunter Douglas. Aluminum blinds are one of the most cost-effective window treatments on the market – a definite plus if you need to cover your windows on a budget.
Aluminum blinds are moisture resistant and are offered in 6 gauge or even more durable 8 gauge. The durability of aluminum mini blinds further increases the value of an already economical choice.
Disadvantages of aluminum blinds
Despite their price and trendy improvements, aluminum blinds have their drawbacks. Because they are metal, they can be noisy near a window. They also don’t offer anything in the way of “softening” the window the way a fabric shade can. While Hunter Douglas treats its blinds to repel dust, not every brand does the same; they tend to collect dust over time, which is most noticeable in darker colors.