In 1796, window blinds with horizontal slats (strips of cloth) originated in Venice, Italy. This type of window blind named “Venetian blind” replaced the usage of curtains and shutters in many houses.

Researchers have found that the origin of these blinds started in China where they would use blinds with bamboo and similarly in  Egypt where they would use reeds. Later in 1966, the window treatment industry upgraded these blinds with a controller to operate them. At the same time, the slats were replaced by aluminum, vinyl, wood, faux wood, etc.

These horizontal aluminum, vinyl slats can be tilted open and closed to balance light, heat, and privacy. Venetian blinds add an elegant touch to any style of home, owing to their classic style. The most popular categories include aluminum, vinyl, wood, faux wood, and mini-blinds, all available in various colors, styles, and customizable options.

This article will take you through all of the information about Venetian blinds, such as materials, the great Venetian blinds available in the market, installation steps, maintenance, and cleaning.

Types of Materials Used in Venetian Blinds:

They come in a variety of materials and sizes, depending on the requirements:

Slat Venetian Blinds (Strips of Cloth):

In general, slat widths range from 1 inch to 3.5 inches depending on the material. The wider your slat is, the greater the blocked light will be. The thickness of the slats, however, depends on your aesthetic preferences.

Vinyl Venetian Blinds:

As a general rule, these are the least expensive option but also the flimsiest. On the other hand, Vinyl blinds are lightweight and available in many colors and styles, including embossed designs and wooden tones. In addition to having smaller slat sizes, they’re also quite durable.

Aluminum Venetian Blinds:

This option offers lightweight and quality. Aluminum Venetian blinds come in various sizes, colors, and finishes but are more expensive than vinyl.

Faux Wood Venetian Blinds:

You should consider faux wood if you like the look of wood but don’t want to risk your wooden slats warping, fading, or cracking. The slats come in 1 and 2-inch sizes and they’re easy to clean as well as moisture resistant. The cons of faux wood slats are that they are often the heaviest and the most expensive option.

Wood Venetian Blinds:

These blinds can add a natural tone to your room. Venetian blinds made from wood are lighter (in weight) than those made from faux wood, but they are generally more expensive. Wooden Venetian blinds (or any window covering for that matter) do have a tendency to warp and get damaged when put in a room with high humidity such as the bathroom.

Cordless Venetian Blinds:

These Venetian blind doesn’t have cords and operates by pulling down on the bottom rail of the blinds to lower them and simply raising the same bottom rail up instead of a pull cord. Cordless Venetian blinds are preferred in the house with kids and pets. It is also a preferred blind in the office.

Our Great Venetian Blinds Picks:

Metro Galaxy 2-inch Faux Wood Venetian Blinds:

This non-leaded PVC premium cordless Venetian blind comes 18 inches in width and 48 inches in height. It is safer to be installed in the home with kids, as it doesn’t have any cords.

The dimension is 23.5 inches in width × 48 inches in height which fits any window with an opening size of 24 inches in width × 48 inches in height.

It provides heat and is UV resistant for up to 500 hours and can inhibit heat up to 131 Fahrenheit.

Metro Galaxy Faux Wood blinds come with an easy-lift bottom rail: Lift or lower the bottom rail to raise or lower the shade and tilt the slats to adjust light and privacy.

This blind has been designed with a smooth cordless feature that offers a stylish and pleasing look. You can fix Metro Galaxy faux wood blinds to the windows of living rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, balconies, offices, etc.

SEEYE Aluminum Venetian Blinds Blackout Horizontal Shades:

This is one of the excellent Venetian blinds made of aluminum along with blackout horizontal shades. This window covering has the features such as anti-UV protection, light-filtering adjustments, and waterproof coating. This Venetian blind with blackout shades comes in multiple sizes; mostly white-colored ones are mounted both interior and exterior.

This Venetian blind is an alloy of aluminum and magnesium. Three layers of material make the blind stronger and less prone to deformation. A c-shaped slat provides better shading and waterproof ability.

SEEYE Aluminum Venetian blinds are easy to use. You can turn the rods to adjust the light. Adjust the length of the blackout blind by pulling the rope left; fix it by moving the rope right.

This window blind and shade can be mounted on both the interior and exterior of the window. It is easy to care for and handle, as it comes with aluminum slats. Cleaning these blinds is very easy with the help of a basic soft cloth or soft brush and some cold water.

This blind is perfect for the kitchen, bathroom, basement, apartment, and dorm.

PowerSellerUSA Achim Cordless 2-inch White Venetian Blinds:

This vinyl premium cordless Venetian blind is  32 inches in width and 64 inches in length. It is a much safer option than others on the market owing to its lack of a cord, making it perfect for a home with animals and children.

PowerSellerUSA Achim vinyl blinds come with a tilt: This helps control light and privacy. These classic and sparking vinyl slats are luxurious in appearance and will look amazing in any home

This blind has the added benefit of protecting you and your family from extensive heat and UV rays and can be mounted on both exterior and interior windows.

This blind has been designed with smooth cordless features that are easy to clean and maintain. You can adapt vinyl Venetian blinds to the windows of living rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, balconies, offices, etc.

Achim Home Furnishings, White Cordless Vinyl Venetian Blind:

Achim Home Furnishing vinyl blind comes cordless and white, with a dimension of 29 inches in width and 64 inches in height.

This 2-inch vinyl Venetian blind comes with 2 inches of removable valance. It is provided with an easy lift button to adjust the blind either to lift or lower. The tilt in the blind helps level the control of light and privacy.

The Achim cordless white blind is made of a special coating that ensures the color does not fade and the material avoids getting chipped or dented. They are easy to install and can be mounted on both the interior and exterior.

These blinds are a low-maintenance option and are adaptable for windows of living rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, balconies, etc.

FM ZhuYe Motorized Aluminum Venetian Blinds with Blackout:

FM ZhuYe aluminum Venetian blinds come with blackouts and are completely motorized. This electric blind is made of aluminum and has blades that are durable, anti-warping, anti-scratch, moisture-proof, heat-insulating, and easy to clean. The blind’s shading materials, make it is perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and offices.

The included remote controller helps the blinds to quickly lower and raise to get privacy and control light in the room. You can adjust the amount of sunlight you are exposed to and protect furniture and decorations from harmful UV rays.

The key features are smart remote control, convenient installation, blind length, and inclination that you can adjust. You can control multiple sets with one remote control. You don’t have to remove the solar panel for charging in a location with better lighting after matching the board. Ropes can manually adjust the height of the blinds.

How To Install Venetian Blinds?

DIY installation of Venetian blinds is possible if you have experience in installation. However, we recommend choosing professionals if you look for perfection.

To kick-start the installation process, you should be aware of the tools required for the job. These include the Venetian blind kit itself, a drill, ear protectors, an impact driver, a ladder, a pencil, a rubber, safety glasses, a spirit level, and measurement tape. Venetian Blinds are installed in the living room, bathroom, etc.

Follow these steps to install:

Step 1: Measure the Window space

Step 2: Drill the holes as per the measurement

Step 3: Climb??? the brackets for the blinds to be installed

Step 4: Mount the Venetian blinds over the brackets and complete the installation.

When you have Venetian blinds that are too large than the coverage of the window, you should know these techniques of how to shorten them.

How To Clean Venetian Blinds?

The cleaning process of these blinds depends on the material your blinds are made from. You can clean Venetian blinds that are made from waterproof materials (aluminum, PVC, or synthetic) with warm water, and to remove heavy dust on them, use soft wet cloths.

If you have wooden Venetian blinds, they are prone to damage caused by water and moisture. The  solution, in this case, is to minimize the level of water while cleaning the slats and stick to dry cloths and a vacuum

Moreover, cleaning Venetian blinds requires the following:

• Regular cleaning
• Cleaning minor stains
• Deep cleaning for hard stains or grime

The cleaning process can be done by following steps:

Step 1: Prepare your cleaning area

Step 2: Removing the blinds from the frame

Step 3: Start cleaning the blinds with cleaning kits

Step 4: Dry the blinds

Step 5: Put  the blinds back in the frame

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

What is meant by Venetian blind?

Traditional blinds are commonly referred to as Venetian blinds. Anything with horizontal slats is considered a Venetian blind. Different types are available depending on the material, such as wood, faux wood, vinyl, and aluminum Venetian blinds.

Are Venetian blinds still in fashion?

Classics never go out of style. The Venetian blind is a classic, stylish blind available in different shapes, sizes, and materials. It has been popular among homeowners and interior designers for centuries. We don’t see things changing anytime soon.

How much do Venetian blinds cost?

The cost of Venetian blinds is very affordable. The least expensive option is usually mini-blinds, whereas natural wood blinds are more expensive. The majority of these traditional blinds are moderately priced, and you can get motorized blinds at a relatively higher price.

What are horizontal blinds called?

Horizontal blinds are called Venetian blinds consisting of flat slat series. Each horizontal slat is connected by a solid ladder and pull cords that tilt the blinds to raise or lower. Horizontal blinds are now classified according to materials used and size.

What is the difference between Venetian blinds and mini-blinds?

Venetian blinds are generally known as window blinds with horizontal slats. Mini-blinds hold very small-sized horizontal slats. So, both blinds do the same job as window coverings, yet the slat size makes them unique from each other.

What is the difference between Venetian blinds and Roman blinds?

Venetian blinds are suitable for rooms with a modern, minimal feel, or an office that needs to express professionalism. Roman blinds are more suited to comfortable, contemporary bedrooms or living rooms, providing a warming finish with their pleated fabric design.