Wooden blinds are a fabulous and affordable way to provide attractive interior treatments for doors and windows. From both inside and outside a home, a window or a door with windows that is unadorned can look unfinished and not very attractive. Decorating doors and windows with wooden blinds adds a fabulous finishing touch that elevates the decor of any room - and these are especially practical for a babies room or nursery.

Because wooden blinds come in a variety of colors, stains and shapes, wooden blinds can be selected that match or accent the existing decor. Wooden blinds featuring smaller one-inch slats are perfect for decorating French doors and small windows, while wooden blinds featuring larger two-inch slats are a good fit for larger window applications. Wooden blinds can also be custom ordered to feature larger slats that resemble the look of Plantation shutters.

Wooden blinds provide just the right amount of privacy in addition to the ability to temper the amount of sunlight entering a room. They can also help protect the furnishings and decor in a room by blocking the direct UV rays of sunlight which can fade furniture and carpeting. Some wooden blind designs allow for maximum visibility when the blinds are open, while others are designed to keep the room as dark and cozy as possible when the blinds are completely closed.

Wooden blinds add a warmth and charm to the decor of any room they are used in, whether it be a country kitchen, master bedroom, living room or den. Wooden blinds have the advantage of being a relatively low-maintenance style of window treatment which require an occasional quick swipe of the vacuum cleaner wand, dust cloth or damp sponge to remove surface dirt to keep them looking like new.

Wooden blinds are available in a variety of styles to suit any homeowner’s budget, ranging from bass wood, pine and pecan to mahogany, chestnut, oak and maple. Because wooden blinds are made from a durable and natural material, they tend to be an excellent decorating investment because they give years of service with minimal upkeep.

For more decorating tips for your babie’s room why not check out Ask Baby or the FSID for baby safety advice when decorating.