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Window coverings are usually needed to reduce sunlight, provide protection from the elements of weather outside, and to give privacy to the home or business owner.
In most cases, window coverings are on the interior of windows, but sometimes can also be on the exterior, it all just depends on the quality of protection you need and can afford.
So what are the different types of window coverings available on the market today? Let's take a look at a list of them below:
- Curtains
- Window Blinds
- Pleated Blinds
- Window Shutters
- Types of boarding that are screwed on externally
To really know which type of window covering suits you, we need to discuss the pros and cons of each type.
Curtains - Curtains are as old as homes themselves, and are the most common type of window covering found in most properties. They provide no real protection from heavy and fast elements like hard rain or debris, but do effectively block out harmful UV rays and give privacy.
Window blinds - Another common form of window covering that is usually found underneath curtains. Blinds are almost just as fragile and flimsy as curtains, so they provide no real security but from the sun and prying eyes.
Pleated Blinds - Pleated blinds are found mostly in Europe , and have crisp, horizontal pleats that form a concertina effect. Pleated blinds are usually the most popular choice for loft windows and other windows that might be at an angle.
Window Shutters - Window shutter coverings are designed for true protection of your home or business, and are made to with stand high winds and rain that can break a window. They also keep the elements outside from getting inside, which causes the most damage really.
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Window Shutter coverings come in many different types: Accordion Shutters, Rolling Shutters, Storm Panels, Bahama/Colonial Storm Shutters and Impact Glass.
Boarding - Applying boarding to the exterior of your home or business is a very cheap but interactive way of putting up storm protection, but sometimes you got to do what you have to. Usually a strong wood is applied to the exterior of a window with a screw or nail, one by one until the window opening is covered.
To sum things up, if you are looking for easy privacy and protection from the sun and nosey neighbors, then curtains and blinds will do. If you need more serious protection because you live in a coastal state, or just in a storm prone area, then you want to go with a window shutter covering like accordion shutters, or pop-on storm panels. |
