Why Choose Drapes over Blinds

Decorating your home for the holidays? One quick and easy way to improve the look of your home is by adding new drapes. Here are several reasons why you need to choose drapes over blinds and any other window coverings.

1. Looks and Elegance
   
   Drapes come in a wide array of styles and fabrics and can be created to your specifications so it fits your windows and décor perfectly. Blinds only cover windows while drapes can hang below window or to the floor and to the side of the window adding elegance that blinds can’t offer.


2. Privacy
   
   Drapes provide superior privacy. They completely prevent anyone from seeing into your residence. Blinds have multiple open gaps in between the slats that actually decrease privacy and insulation.


3. Insulation
   
   Drapes guarantee the very best insulation value equally for both winter and summer. For example, lined drapes can provide up to 50% insulation value. Whereas, horizontal mini blinds can only offer a meager 10% insulation value!


4. Cleanability
   
   Drapes show less dirt, fingerprints, and dust accumulation than blinds. They are easy to maintain. Drapes needs only be lightly vacuumed at least once a month and professionally dry cleaned at least every two years.


5. Longer Lasting
   
   Drapes are difficult to damage so it last ten to fifteen years longer than any other window treatments. Blinds, particularly horizontal mini-blinds, are much more prone to damage than drapes. Aluminum or wood slats can be scratched or broken, etc.


6. Cozy Factor
   
   Drapes are soft, warm and inviting. Blinds are considered to be hard coverings and make your home appear to have an office like appearance. There is absolutely nothing better than drapes to create a “welcome home” atmosphere.