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    <title>1515035-redgum-blinds-shutters</title>
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      <title>Why Choose E-zip Track Blinds From Redum Blinds &amp; Shutters</title>
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           Experience True Outdoor Comfort
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           Looking for the ultimate way to bring the outdoors in? Whether you want to shield the weather from the ideal outdoor kitchen, enclose the pergola or create your own alfresco courtyard eZIP® track blinds are the perfect solution.
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           Designed to perform in the harsh Australian environment, eZIP®’s robust high density aluminum frame has exceptional built-in flex resistance to ensure problem free blind motion.
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           With it’s patented multi-direction tension setting, eZIP® track blinds always look good with optimal blind alignment for a taut blind fabric result that compliments any outdoor setting.
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           With a slim and sleek fully enclosed 135mm square pelmet headbox, either extruded aluminium or COLOURBOND®, eZIP® is the compliment to modern linear design trends.
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           eZIP® is Australian made peace-of-mind performance.
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           eZIP®® Advantage
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           Sun &amp;amp; UV Protection
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           Protection all year round
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           Wind Resistance
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           Peace of mind performance
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           Insect Blocking
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           Enjoy your environment
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           Super Strong
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           Built in patented strength
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           Privacy
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           Bring the outdoors in
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           Glare Blocking
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           Enjoy the view
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           Heavy Weight
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           Designed to perform
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           eZIP® Adaptability
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           What better way to bring the outdoors in than to Automate your outdoor blind system.
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           eZIP® heavy duty aluminium extrusions are purpose engineered to work with all leading tubular motor systems.
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           Paired with the latest technology whether a remote Control hand set, your own mobile phone or voice activation via wireless hub technology, eZIP® motorised blinds are the ultimate compliment to your outdoor environment.
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           Enhance your lifestyle investment with eZIP® track blinds Paired with the latest automation technology.
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           eZIP® Automotion
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           Perfect Performance Partners
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           Apple HomeKit, Alexa, IFTTTT and Google Assistant
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           Why eZIP®?
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           Versatile Headbox Solutions
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           Fully enclosed slim and sleek 135mm headbox in Both COLORBOND® or premium extruded aluminium.
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           Self-lubricating polymer zip designed for problem free Blind rolling with no fabric distortion.
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           eZIP® Motion Technology
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           Floating side channel with fully concealed side retention For ultimate performance and protection.
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           Unique patented multi-direction tension adjustment for Consistent blind alignment and problem free installation.
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           Evenly Weighted Bottom Rail
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           Optimal down force fabric tension for smooth blind rolling motion.
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           eZIP® Versatility
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           eZIP® track blinds are designed to perform with three different types of control mechanisms. Italian crank operated gearboxes, spring assisted tension control or motorisation.
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      <title>5 Reasons Venetian Blinds Are Ideal for Your Home Office</title>
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      <description>Not sure whether to choose blinds or curtains for your home office? Read on to see six reasons Venetian blinds could be the best choice for you.</description>
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           Are you, like thousands of other Australians, making a permanent shift to working from home? Not sure whether to choose blinds or curtains for your home office? Venetian blinds are a great choice, offering benefits ranging from greater hygiene and increased airflow to better lighting and privacy control. Keep reading to find out why blinds could be perfect for your home office.
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           1.	Easier to Wipe Clean
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           Recent events have made hygiene a higher priority than ever before, and blinds are a great option if you want to make your home office as safe as possible. They're easy to wipe clean as often as you want, with no need to remove them from the wall.
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           On the other hand, curtains have to be taken down, washed, dried, ironed, and then put back up, making it much less practical to keep them sanitary. For blinds you plan to clean regularly, choose a material like PVC or aluminium.
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           We all know how important good airflow is when you want to stay safe and healthy. While closing your curtains significantly decreases airflow into your office, blinds are much more versatile. You can easily open a window, then adjust your blinds to give the air plenty of space to flow through, without compromising on privacy. This is also good news if you need to let in cooler air on hot days. You might even be able to reduce your air conditioning bill by choosing blinds over curtains.
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           Do you find yourself struggling to achieve the right lighting in your office during the day? It's frustrating to deal with glare from the sun, especially when you work at the computer. If you install curtains, you're forced to close them completely to eliminate glare, which can make your office feel dark and dingy.
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           Blinds are a great alternative and can be adjusted to block out the bright sun without making the room completely dark. This is great if you work long hours and need to make regular adjustments to the lighting conditions.
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           4.	Professional Background for Video Calls
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           Whether you're speaking to clients or coworkers via video call, the room they see behind you says a lot about your level of professionalism. A pair of old, gaudy, or wrinkled curtains is never a good look, and won't make a positive first impression. Curtains are harder to keep neat than blinds, which are uniform and presentable at all times. Venetian blinds are a traditional choice for offices, so they're also a good option if you don't want to make it too obvious that you're working from home.
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           Blinds are also much easier to adjust according to your needs. If you want to keep the location of your home private, you might opt to close them completely. If you want to look better on camera, you might open them to let in more natural light. Blinds are much more versatile than curtains, which is perfect if you have varied needs.
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           5.	Greater Privacy
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           If privacy is important to you or you work with sensitive documents, blinds are a great way to stay secure. They can be adjusted to stop anyone outside from seeing into your office, while still allowing plenty of natural light to flow in. You can easily keep your blinds adjusted for maximum privacy instead of spending all day opening and closing curtains. Blinds are also ideal if you plan to see clients in your home office and want to preserve their privacy.
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           When you need to furnish a home office, blinds are the obvious choice, affording increased privacy, hygiene, airflow and lighting control. Contact us today to find the perfect blinds for your needs.
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      <title>5 Reasons to Choose Blinds Instead of Curtains</title>
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      <description>While curtains are a popular choice, blinds have advantages that make them better for your home. Read on to learn about the benefits of blinds.</description>
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           While curtains are a popular window dressing choice, they aren't always the best solution. Blinds have some additional advantages, which might make them better for your home. What are the benefits of installing blinds rather than hanging curtains?
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           1. Get more versatile light control
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           Curtains give you limited light control. If they are open, you get maximum incoming light; if they are closed, you get no light coming in at all. It's hard to control light in more incremental ways here. Curtains tend to be an all-or-nothing solution.
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           Blinds can give you more control over the light that comes into a room. If you use blinds with controllable blades or panels, then you can filter incoming light and sun. For example, you can change blade angles on venetian blinds to let some, but not all, light into a room.
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           2. Improve your privacy
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           If you're dressing a window that is overlooked, then you might want to find a way to boost your privacy. Curtains don't help much here.
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           If your curtains are open, anyone can see inside. You can shut off the view by closing the curtains; however, your room will then be dark. While you can hang sheers behind the curtains to block the view, you might not like the look of this dual-curtaining option.
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           Blinds can enhance your privacy without blocking out all your light or your view outdoors. They make it harder to see inside a room from the outside even if their blades or panels are fully open.
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           While curtains often work well in living rooms and bedrooms, they aren't the ideal choice for other rooms in your home. Their fabrics don't cope well with hot, steamy or damp environments in kitchens and bathrooms. In these rooms, curtains can get damp. They might start to develop spots of mould if they don’t dry out.
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           Blinds are better suited to these rooms. If you choose the right materials or treatments, then blinds can be resistant to heat, steam and damp. They'll look better and will be less likely to get damaged.
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           Curtains aren't always a sensible window-dressing option for people who suffer from allergies. Their fabrics can collect and hold a lot of dust, especially if the curtains hang low enough to touch wood floors.
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           Even if you run your hoover over the curtains regularly, you might leave some dust behind—you can't always see dust or dust mites on a fabric. You might spend a lot of time washing or dry-cleaning your curtains to keep them free from allergens.
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           Blinds might be a better option here. They don't collect as much dust. Plus, they are easy to clean—most blinds simply need a regular dust, vacuum or wipe down. You don't have to take the blinds down to do this. It's also a lot easier to see dust on a blind than it is on a curtain.
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           Curtains can be expensive. If you have unusually shaped or large windows, then you might find it hard to source ready-made products in the right fabrics and with the right fit. You might have to order custom-made curtains. If you can't find a style, colour or pattern to suit you, then you might have to buy designer products. Custom-made and designer curtains will be more expensive.
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           Blinds are typically more cost-effective. If you choose your blinds and their materials carefully, you could dress all your windows at a lower cost.
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           Bear in mind that blinds can give you some design flexibility. If you like the look of curtains but want the practical advantages of blinds, then you can buy vertical blinds made from materials that hang and look more like curtains.
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           . We can help you find the right blinds for any room in your home.
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      <description>If you aren't sure which blinds to install in your bathroom, start by looking at Venetian blinds. Read on to learn about three benefits of this option.</description>
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           Blinds are an effective way to dress bathroom windows, and you need to choose the right products for this room. Bathrooms often have extra privacy and light control requirements. Their environments also affect blind materials.
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           If you aren't sure which blinds to install in your bathroom, then start by looking at Venetian blinds. Read on to learn about three benefits of this option.
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           1. Versatile Design Options
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           It isn't always easy to find a blind that fits in with your bathroom style and décor. Some blinds might be too plain; others might be too fussy.
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           You'll find it easier to source a Venetian blind that fits in with the way you want your bathroom to look. These blinds come in a variety of colours, styles and materials.
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           For example, you can find Venetian blinds that subtly blend into your bathroom's style. You can choose muted complementary colours to give your décor a seamless look across the room, or you can buy blinds that stand out more if you wish.
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           You can use different colours to turn your window into an accent piece. You can use different materials, such as faux wood, to give your blinds a classic look. You can even go with vertical-slat Venetians to make your blinds look a little different.
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           The way you hang Venetian blinds also makes a difference. While you can install a blind in your window's recess if you wish, you can also hang it further forward to line up with the wall around the window to create a distinctive look.
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           2. Effective Light and Privacy Control
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           If your bathroom windows are at eye level, then you might want to make it more private. Your window dressings help with this. However, if you also want to let in natural light, then some blinds won't work so well for you.
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           For example, a solid roller blind might block you from view to the outside world, but it might also block out a lot of light. If you use a lighter material colour that lets more light into the room, then the blind might become easier to see through especially when you have a light on in your bathroom.
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           Roller blinds work on an all-or-nothing coverage basis. The blind completely covers its window at any level. If you pull the blind up to let in more light, then people can see in through the bottom part of your window.
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           Venetian blinds give you more control over your privacy and incoming light. You can use their slats to control how open to the world your window is.
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           If you want complete privacy, you shut the slats completely, or if you want more light in the room, you can open the slats partway. Even if a Venetian blind's slats are fully open, you still get a degree of privacy at the window.
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           3. Robust Bathroom-Friendly Materials
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           Bathrooms create potentially difficult environmental conditions. They can be humid, steamy and hot. Humidity and steam can have negative effects on a blind's material.
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           For example, regular fabrics don't generally work well in bathrooms. They pick up moisture and stay damp. They then become a perfect home to mould. If you install wooden blinds, then the wood might start to warp out of shape if moisture gets inside it.
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           The materials used in Venetian blinds are usually much better able to cope with bathroom conditions. For example, you can buy blinds made from PVC and other plastics, aluminium, and faux woods, which are more water-resistant.
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           These blinds last longer and need less maintenance. You won't need to worry about water-related damage, and their slats are easy to dust or wipe clean.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2022 00:01:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>4 Reasons to Use Vertical Blinds In Your Child's Room</title>
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      <description>Between sticky fingers and clumsy use, blinds/curtains have a high risk of incurring damage when hanging in your child's window. Read our blog to learn more.</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2021 20:03:44 GMT</pubDate>
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           If you can't find curtains or blinds to suit your home, then panel glides are worth a look. These blinds hang from tracks on walls or ceilings. They contain individual panels which, when closed, cover windows, doors or other spaces. What are the benefits of panel glides?
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           1. Cover large windows and sliding doors
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           If you have large windows or doors, then you might find it hard to source the right dressings. Regular blinds and curtains might not fit, and you won't find it easy to get a cost-effective solution.
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           For example, regular blinds might block out too much light even when they are open. You might also struggle to find ready-made curtains to fit larger windows. So, you might have to custom-make curtains to fit. This often increases your costs.
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           If you want to dress large picture or patio windows or want to add privacy to folding door window walls, then panel glides are an effective and economical solution. Once you install the track, you simply need to add enough panels to cover the space.
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           2. Get blinds that are simple to use
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           Some blinds are harder and more time-consuming to operate than others. For example, if you install multiple roller blinds on large windows, then you have to roll each blind up or down to use them. If you're a perfectionist, you'll spend time getting all the blinds to the same level.
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           Panel glides are much easier to use. You simply push or pull the panels along their tracks. You can do this by hand or with a wand. The panels stack together as they move along the track, giving you a uniform and neat appearance whether you want the panels partly or fully open.
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           3. Make versatile design statements
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           Window dressings don't just give you light, privacy and temperature control. They can also enhance a room. While some people like their curtains or blinds to be subtle and unobtrusive, others want their window dressings to make design statements.
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           If you want to use something different from the norm, then panel glides are a perfect solution. While you can simply choose panels in colours and materials that suit your décor, you can also buy decorative products. When closed, these panels give your windows and doors a feature wall effect.
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           You can even set up these systems as room dividers. They can cover interior glass doors or create a floating blind to break up open-plan rooms.
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           You have to ensure that blinds and curtains are safe, especially if you have children. For example, blind cords or chains are a strangulation risk. You need to use safety products or add safety measures to them to avoid potentially fatal accidents.
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           Panels glides are a safe solution. They don't use cords or chains. They are also firmly attached to their tracks. So, kids won't get tangled up in them.
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      <description>Window coverings have been around probably as long as windows have. Look at a brief history of common types of window blinds to learn why we still use them.</description>
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           Window coverings have been around probably as long as windows have. As often as you may want to see outside and let light in, you also may want to keep the light out. Take a look at a brief history of the most common types of window blinds to learn why we still use them.
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           Venetian blinds
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           Venetian blinds are some of the most common types of window blinds around the world. Though they are called Venetian blinds, they may have started in Persia or even Ancient Egypt. Their utilitarian design is optimal for alternating between blocking light and letting it in, with several slats of material strung together in a way that lets users change the angle of the slats, usually with a twisting rod.
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           These blinds became popular in Venice in the 18th century and, from there, spread across the world, mostly in the West, and became a staple in the UK, where patents were taken out for Venetian blinds as early as 
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           Since then, they have been an affordable window covering option, with slats of plastic or thin aluminium, making them cheap to produce and easy to use. They can also be from wood or other kinds of metal, and they come in a variety of colours.
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           These types of blinds are named after the Roman Empire, where they blocked out the sun during the construction of the 
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            to reduce heat. Roman blinds use cloth instead of harder materials, which is corded on both sides of the window and lifts when the cord is tugged on. The fabric rolls evenly at the top of the window and lies flat when covering the window.
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           Roman blinds seem to be an upgraded version of curtains that you can raise and lower with more efficiency and more coverage. In modern times, Roman blinds continue to be a versatile option with different kinds of fabric and synthetic materials that can let in partial light or block it out entirely, all while adding a touch of sophistication to the space.
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           While some blinds work by rolling down a window, shoji blinds roll across the window from side to side. Originating in Japan as early as the 1100s A.D., they are based on Japanese shoji, the screen-like door used in architecture. Instead of blocking all light, shoji blinds diffuse natural light through panels to brighten a space without casting any direct sunlight inside.
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           The original shoji screens were made of light, strong wood frames and paper panels, making them easy to slide back and forth while also remaining intact. Shoji blinds now can be made from stronger materials, and their function and style changed over time throughout history in Japan.
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           Mini blinds seem very similar to Venetian blinds at a glance. They have the same system of slats of materials that connect by string, but what makes them different is the size. Mini blinds aren't as wide as Venetian blinds, and they are commonly made of aluminium. 
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           They have their origins in Venetian blinds, but in the last half of the 20th century, window blind production changed and consolidated. Mini blinds rose to popularity in the 1970s and remained. Because they are so light, easy to use and inexpensive to make, mini blinds are some of the most common you'll see. They often function as a baseline for window coverings, and many people will upgrade them over time and as they suffer wear from use.
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           , we offer a range of window coverings and dressings, including blinds of many kinds. Visit our website to learn more about the products we offer, and consult with us to decide on a type of blind that works for your home.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2021 23:43:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Blinds and Shutters to Consider for Your Yoga Studio</title>
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      <description>Owning a yoga studio often means considering its environment, such as outdoor light. Discover specialty blinds or shutters for your yoga studio.</description>
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           Opening and owning a yoga studio often means considering the environment and vibe of your studio. One of the environmental aspects of the studio that many of your customers will notice is how you handle outside light. One option is to go with specialty blinds or shutters that allow you to dim and adjust the light according to the type of yoga session or even time of day. Discover a few options and why they would be suitable for your yoga studio.
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           Blackout roller shades offer several benefits to your yoga studio. The first is that you can purchase these blinds in a motorized option. This is ideal for a studio owner since you can control the blinds at any time of day with the click of a remote. You can also set a timer for the blinds to lower or rise as needed.
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           Blackout shades also work to prevent light and sound from entering the area. This is ideal for certain yoga classes that require more peaceful meditative practices than more active yoga sessions like hot yoga.
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           The blinds also help maintain the energy efficiency of your studio by blocking out high heat temperatures and helping insulate the areas during the winter. This temperature regulation can also help with temperature control for specific yoga sessions that need a set temperature, like hot yoga sessions.
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           Indoor plantation shutters give a modern look to your yoga studio. These are ideal for your front entry areas since they can be adjusted as necessary for light. They are wider than your standard Venetian blinds and more durable. You can find plantation shutters in various materials. The most common is either a sealed wood material or a polymer material.
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           If you choose a plantation shutter in a polymer material, you and the studio benefit from easy cleaning. Polymer plantation shutters can be cleaned with a dust cloth or a small amount of water onto a sponge. Once a month or more, clean any buildup of dust or debris with a vacuum. This makes them easy to maintain daily and easy to clean without calling in a specialty cleaning service to your studio.
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           You may have a studio already outfitted with window treatments. Your issue may be the outside or the privacy of the entire complex during all hours of the day and night. If this is the case, you do have an option that would not detract from the look of the studio. Outdoor aluminum shutters can offer you privacy and security and maintain the peaceful environmental look you want to achieve.
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          Outdoor aluminum shutters come in a variety of styles and colours, so finding one that works for you would not be difficult. You can also outfit them to your alarm system. Your alarm company can offer options on how to hide your alarm system and how to have the shutters help with that discretion. Aluminum shutters will not allow in light and can prevent people from seeing into the studio after business hours.
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          . We can answer your questions about shutter and blind options. We can also consult you on your business site to determine what options may be best and what we can do to reduce light in the studio or to help maintain privacy after hours. We look forward to helping you choose the right window treatment for your studio so that you and your students can enjoy all the benefits yoga offers.
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         If you have an older awning outside your home, then it might not look as good as it did when you first installed it. While you might think about replacing the awning completely, don't assume that this is your only option.
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           In some cases, you can simply reskin the awning. Here, you take the old fabric down and fit a new covering into the existing system.
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           If the fabric on an awning is damaged, then it can't do its job. A tear or even a fray in the fabric stops the awning from keeping out rain and the sun's rays. You lose full cover protection.
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           You might also notice problems if the awning's weatherproofing seal wears away. The fabric might be intact and undamaged, but it lets rain through.
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           If this happens, you might not be able to open and retract the awning. The fabric might get caught in its track system and prevent it from working smoothly.
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           In all these cases, a reskin fixes your problem. As long as the underlying support system is sound, a new covering will make the awning fit for purpose again.
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           As awnings get older, they can lose some of their original appeal. Some fabrics fade in the sun over the years.
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           Sometimes, an awning gets dirt or stains on it that you just can't clean away. For example, if mildew or mould set on to the fabric, then you might not be able to clean off every trace. Other problems like tree sap can leave stains that are hard to remove.
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           While you might have chosen an awning colour or design that originally matched the exterior of your home, you might have a mismatch now. If you've recently painted the outside of your house a different colour, then your awning might not match your outdoor decor anymore.
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           Sometimes, you don't know how well an awning fabric will work for you until you try it out. After a while, you might wish that you'd chosen a different kind of awning at the start.
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           If your current fabric doesn't do the job you want, then a reskin gives you an upgrade. For example, you might want to boost the sun and heat blocking you get from the awning by switching to a fabric that has higher levels of UV and thermal protection. Or, you might want to install a more waterproofed fabric if your current one lets in rain.
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           4 Reasons to Install Forte Plantation Shutters
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          While interior plantation shutters were traditionally wooden, you have more choice of materials nowadays. For example, you can install Forte shutters made from polymers such as PVC.
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          What are the benefits of installing Forte plantation shutters to cover your windows? Learn more about this option and why it's better than traditional wooden shutters below.
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           1. Use the same shutters in every room
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           Wood shutters aren't always the best choice in damp or humid environments. Eventually, the wood might warp or rot if it gets damp regularly.
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           Thus, wood shutters might not work well in your kitchen or bathrooms, especially if the rooms aren't ventilated well. However, if you install Forte plantation shutters, then you can use them in every room. Forte shutters aren't affected as much by moisture or humidity; they are waterproof. They'll stay in great shape even if they have to deal with difficult kitchen or bathroom conditions.
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           2. Avoid common shutter damage problems
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           If you install wooden plantation shutters, then you have to accept that the wood itself might cause you problems down the line. While wood is strong, it can still get damaged in some scenarios.
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           For example, wet conditions like those found in the bathrooms or kitchen encourage mould growth. Mould is unsightly and makes your home smell musty, and it can affect your health.
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           Wood shutters also pose safety problems if you have a fire in your home. They might also attract insects. If termites get into your shutters, then they won't just damage that wood. They also have a stepping stone into the rest of your home.
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           Forte plantation shutters don't have these problems. They aren't affected by water, and they give you antibacterial surfaces that won't promote mould or mildew growth.
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           Plus, Forte shutters tend to have better fire retardance than wood and can withstand the effects of fire for longer. They also aren't attractive to insects, which will help them look better and last longer.
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           You will have to put some work into keeping wooden plantation shutters clean and in good shape. You have to be careful to use cleaning products that won't damage the wood or its finish.
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           Plus, if your shutters do develop problems, such as mould or cracks, then you will have some repair work on your hands. If a shutter suffers so much damage that it's difficult to repair, you'll have to replace it.
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           Forte plantation shutters don't need a lot of work to stay in good shape. A regular dust and clean with a mild detergent is usually all you need to do to keep the shutters clean.
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           Forte shutters also look good for longer. They won't need periodic stains or paint jobs to restore them.
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           Real wood shutters are typically heavy. If your windows or walls aren't in great shape, then you might have to do extra work to support the shutters.
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           Forte shutters are lighter than wood, so these shutters won't be as difficult to add to your home as traditional wooden shutters can be. However, their lightweight property doesn't mean that you have to compromise on shutter strength. Forte shutters are robust materials. They usually have some internal aluminium reinforcement and specialised jointing. This gives them extra strength and helps them keep their shape.
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           To learn more about Forte plantation shutters, 
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           . We can help you choose and install cost-effective and customised solutions that will last for years.
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