About Matchstick Blinds
What are matchstick blinds and when you use them? Matchstick blinds can be a matter of taste. Matchstick blinds are very natural and comforting. They go very well with almost any home. But they are more than just decorative and a matter of taste. They are also a matter of practicality. Matchstick blinds are great at blocking out the sun and if they are a close weave then they can be great insulators because they are solid and thick. They also offer much better privacy than material blinds. Not that you can't have both.
What Are They Made Out Of?
Matchstick blinds are made out of many things. Most of the time they are made out of bamboo and you may have a hard time finding matchstick blinds that aren't made out of bamboo. They can be made out of reeds or wood. Most of them however are made out of bamboo that is cut into long strips and then rounded to look like match sticks. The match stick looking pieces are then tied together with string and then made into roll up blinds or pull up blinds.
What Are Matchstick Blinds?
The space between the "match sticks" in the matchstick blinds can vary. The main purpose of the matchstick blinds is to block direct sun light so there is some play in the amount of space between the pieces of bamboo or reed. These blinds can provide a nice natural shade and can be paired up with curtains to give even more control over the amount of sun that is let into your house. Now that you know the practical side there is also a fashionable side of matchstick blinds that you should consider.
First of all, like wood, these blinds are very natural and can bring a natural feeling into your home.
Why Match Stick Blinds?
Matchstick blinds can go with both new and old decor and should be considered. Even though they may cost a little more they are more durable and do not fade. The matchstick blinds are great because he cannot tear and if they somehow come apart they can be tied back together and they do not need to be thrown out and it will look perfectly natural unlike a ripped then sewn curtain. If one of the match sticks should happen to break, don't fret, they can also be replaced. Matchstick blinds are a great investment in any home. Now they may not be for every room in the house, especially if you want to cover a large window with one large blind. You will have trouble finding blinds that big.