How can I buy affordable, solid wood blinds?

Solid wood products are known to be relatively expensive, but they offer excellent decorative appeal, whether for doors, windows, or furniture. They also add a touch of high-end elegance. Therefore, young people who value aesthetics and excellent ventilation often choose solid wood blinds. So, how can you buy affordable yet high-quality blinds?

Check the craftsmanship

Good blinds have tight seams, with each slat maintaining a good level. The gaps between the slats should be straight, without any bending or unevenness. When closed, the slats should be tightly closed, with minimal light leakage (the size of the light leakage gap is a crucial standard for judging the craftsmanship of blinds).

Pay attention to details

Good blinds have small gaps between the slats and the support, resulting in a very small gap when closed. All joints should use mortise and tenon joints. The solid wood material should undergo rigorous anti-deformation treatment. The quality of the fasteners between the slats and the support will significantly affect the product's performance. Using damping fasteners prevents the slats from sagging over time.

Measure the Size

Venetian blinds open in three ways: sliding, hinged, and folding. When purchasing, you need to measure the size of the blinds according to the different opening and closing methods. Generally, folding blinds are more suitable for larger rooms.

Check the Paint Finish

A good quality blind has a smooth finish, uniform color, clear texture, and no burrs on the edges. You can touch the finish with the back of your hand; it should feel smooth and have rounded edges without any roughness.

Check the Quality

The wooden slats are a crucial part of adjusting the blinds. When purchasing blinds, first touch the slats to see if they are smooth and even. Check if each slat has any rough edges. Then check the joint between the blinds for gaps and burrs, and whether the paint is thick or thin. Generally, high-quality blinds have better attention to detail, use NC paint, and have unsealed wood grain gaps, especially for solid wood blinds. If the quality of the wooden slats is good, the blinds will have a longer lifespan.

Testing the Adjustment Rod

The adjustment rod is another crucial part of the blinds that needs to be examined. The adjustment rod has two functions: adjusting the downward angle of light and adjusting the upward angle of light. When testing the adjustment rod, first close the blinds to check the sealing effect of the wooden slats. Then, rotate the adjustment rod to see if the slats rotate smoothly and freely. Push the rod by hand; it should open and close smoothly without jamming, being too loose, or too tight. Finally, check if light enters the room when the blinds are closed.