Fabric Vertical Blinds – Elegant and Functional

Fabric vertical blinds are a common choice for window treatments for large windows and patio doors, but they also work well for small and medium windows. Whether you are looking for window coverings that will preserve a beautiful view or for a light controlling or energy efficient window solution, you can’t go wrong with vertical blinds. Available in a wide assortment of colors, weaves, patterns and textures, they are suitable for almost any type of room decor.  The soft fabric vanes also provide quieter operation. This Hunter Douglas video shows the possibilities for your home:

The slat sizes of vertical blinds are similar to other types of blinds; the most common size is 3-1/2 inch wide vanes. Another width that is considered to be a bit more dramatic and contemporary is 2-inch; however, that is a more costly option. The common overall dimensions for fabric vertical blinds is about 24″ wide by 30″ to 36″ high or larger.

There are a few factors that make all the difference in how much fabric vertical blinds costs to buy: the side of the individual vanes, the overall dimensions and the type of textures and materials that they are made from. Weaves tend to be more affordable than solid textured material, and patterns tend to be the most expensive.

Graber Fabric Vertical Blinds have fabric louvers that can hang freely or be inserted into vinyl groovers. Features include the Super-Vue headrail for smooth and long-lasting operation, premium hardware and a matching valance. The Lucia product line comes in seven colors, while the Brighton product line comes in nine colors.

Levolor sells several lines of fabric vertical blinds made from 100% polyester. Woodland Heights blinds have an opacity level 3 rating and is available in ten colors. Arboretum blinds have an acrylic latex cotton flocked backing with an opacity level 5 rating and comes in eight colors. The S-Curved Laminated Impressions is laminated to a vinyl backing with an opacity level 5 rating and comes in seven colors. A ShadowLine, DesignLine or Visions Faux Wood valance can be added for an extra charge. Perceptions Soft Sheer Vertical Blinds are light-filtering drapes that can be used in casual or formal rooms.

Bali offers three types of fabric vertical blinds. Spectrum verticals are made of 100% polyester, have a stitched texture and come in three colors. Thatch verticals have the look of a natural shade made of woven grasses; they are made from a polyester/polypropylene blend and come in five colors. Linen II verticals are made from a polyester/flax/cotton blend and come in four colors. All product lines come with a choice of inserted channel panel or freehanging vanes and a valance or wood cornice.

You can purchase fabric vertical blinds at Sears, JCPenney, The Home Depot, Blinds To Go, 3 Day Blinds, Just Blinds, and other retailers. As a final note, be sure to do your research online as products can often be found on sale. Some stores such as Blindsgalore.com sell their own line of discounted blinds, and some also provide installation services. Over the course of time, should one or more vanes get damaged, you can purchase replacement vanes for vertical blinds from Levolor and YourBlinds.com.