Modern blinds and shades are a major requirement for any home these days. They are no longer a necessity but essential window dressing ideas for a variety of reasons. They protect us against heat, dust, rain, cold, harsh sunlight and ultraviolet glare. Different blinds offer different advantages, and there are aplenty in the market to choose between. But have you ever wondered which ones to go for?

A major dilemma which many shoppers face is to choose between cordless and corded blinds. Both have their benefits. However, there is no denying the fact that cordless blinds are slowly replacing corded blinds because of the minimal look and attractiveness that they offer, and because they do not pose safety problems that corded blinds inherently have, especially in a house with children and pets.

*Note: Colorblinds only offers the cordless option for the Honeycomb blinds (cord control or lift)

 

Do Cordless (Lift) Blinds Work Well?

Cordless Honeycomb Blinds

An important question that every buyer asks before going for them is: Do cordless honeycomb blinds work well? Cordless lifts are available for different kind of shades such as cellular or honeycomb shades, Roman shades, aluminum blinds, faux wood and wood blinds, and many more. In this section, we look at the scenarios where you can go for cordless blinds and the situations which you must consider before purchasing them.

 

Cordless or Corded Blinds

Here are a few situations where going for cordless becomes an absolute must.

1) When there are children or pets in the house

When there are blinds with cords that are within reach of the little guys in the house, i.e., children or pets, it may give rise to problems. Dogs and in some cases, children usually play with cords and get entangled in them, risking strangulated themselves in the process. When they chew on them, this may lead to the cord becoming loose and dangling, and this may destroy them over the long run, which may lead to inconvenience in closing and opening them regularly. In that respect, cordless blinds are amazingly safe and effective to use. They not only provide a clean and uncluttered look which is pleasant to look at but also keeps them safe against children who may destroy them if they catch hold of the cord.

Cordless window blinds can be operated fairly easily. In most cases, they can be simply pushed up or pulled down manually to adjust them according to the time of the day and the climate outside. Because of this feature, they are perfect for your kids’ bedroom.

 

2) When you have more than one windows

When the walls have many windows in your house, having corded blinds may make operating them a tough exercise. It is a better option to go for cordless blinds in such cases as it just requires a simple push or pull to alter their movement. Multiple windows with varied shapes and sizes give a uniformed and stylized look when they have the cordless feature to operate them. In the absence of complicated hardware that comes along with the shades, you can adjust as many shades efficiently and quickly as possible.

 

3) When you want to highlight focal windows

When you want your windows to be the center of attention and highlight their contours with an uncomplicated shade, it’s best to go for cordless shades. In the absence of corded shades, there will be no unnecessary peripherals that you will have to take care of or maintain that will dangle by the side. These cords become loose and unmanageable over time, and taking care of them is a task. However, when you have odd or unconventional window shapes that you wish to flaunt, you can go for cordless shades that will only serve to amplify the beauty of the house.

 

When to Think Twice Before Buying Cordless Blinds

The above points withstanding, it is sometimes very necessary to weigh the cons before thinking of buying cordless blinds. Here are some situations which you should consider before going for these blinds.

1) When the Windows Are Directly Behind Furniture

When there is a rail system of operating the blinds, you can raise or lower the cordless window shades by moving the bottom rail. When there is a desk, chair, a bed or any other type of furniture in front of the windows, there are chances the bottom half of the shade can be obstructed, in which case you won’t be able to operate them if the blinds are cordless. In such cases, a corded loop system becomes more effective and easier to operate, unless, as mentioned before, the blinds are operated by way of a motorized system with a remote or buttons that are placed on the side of the blinds for easier control.

2) When the Windows Are Very High

A cordless lift system doesn’t work in cases where the windows are out of reach or placed very high. French doors or windows, or Palladian windows can be difficult to reach. What makes these window blinds easy to operate and function is the good old corded lift. You should only use a cordless system in cases where you can reach the top of a window without requiring a ladder. An exception to the rule is skylight blinds, where even corded blinds do not work because of the shape of the windows. Here it is best to operate them through a motorized lift with a remote or using a ski pole.

3) When Lifting is Difficult

Yes, this may be a rare scenario. Imagine if you were not as strong as you used to be and cannot lift your blinds up to the desired level. While most of the cordless blinds are lightweight, you may want to switch to corded blinds. A continuous corded loop system requires the least effort in such cases. Many in the market offer good design, shape and a flamboyant color to go well with the hues in your room.

 

In conclusion, whether you want to go for corded or cordless blinds depends in part on the situation you face. While it is true that cordless blinds are the in-thing for many homes, they might be inconvenient to use in homes that have high and wide windows and where they are placed directly behind a piece of furniture. In such scenarios, going for corded options is better even if that entails normal wear and tear over time. It is better to weigh the pros and cons of both types of blinds depending on the kind of windows you have and the items placed inside your house.

 

If you’d like the help of our consultants in deciding whether to go cordless or not, feel free to call +264 61 30 20 30; email info@www.colorblinds.com.na or drop us a message on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/colorblindsgroup