We see our home's window coverings every day, yet we rarely look closely or deeply at how effectively they are doing their job. They are truly the unsung heroes of household appliances because at their peak, they can save you hundreds on heating and cooling bills and they help to give you peace of mind every evening by providing you and your family privacy and security. If nothing else, once you’re finished reading this article, we want you to take a few moments and truly look at your home’s blinds or shades and see if they are getting worn out or are needing sprucing up. You may be tossing valuable money down the drain without realizing it! Here are some of the top signs that you should be looking for in your window coverings to tell if they should be replaced.
They’re Discolored Or Faded
Do you have a nice yellow set of blinds at the moment that you could have sworn were blue or white when you bought them? Sunlight is a powerful force for change. If it can give The Incredible Hulk his powers, then it can fade your home’s blinds over time. Faded blinds aren’t just a matter of looks. If your blinds have severely discolored and faded, then they may not be protecting you and your family from harmful UV rays. If your blinds are discolored, then it may be time for new ones.
They’re Difficult to Open or Close
Your blinds and shades should open and close with the touch of a finger, or in some cases like with our motorized shades, automatically. If you are noticing that your window coverings are fighting you at every turn and are hard to open or close, then you are probably due for a replacement.
They’re Warped, Bent, or Broken
Are your blinds missing pieces or are they bent out of shape? If you notice that your blinds are twisting in the wrong direction or are curving where they shouldn't be, then it’s time to replace! This is especially true with wooden blinds, as they can crack and warp due to exposure to moisture over the years.
They’re Outdated or No Longer Fit Your Style
If your TV set is from the 2020’s but your blinds are from the 90’s, then you have outdated blinds. Wrack your brain and try and determine when was the last time you updated your home’s interior window covering style. If the year starts with a “19” then you are absolutely due for a replacement!
Conclusion
We hope that this article about signs that it's time to replace your old window coverings was useful to you. If you want to make a purchase, schedule one of our window covering experts for a FREE estimate and more information by calling the office at 208-888-1056. If you have any questions about purchasing some awesome commercial blind or window covering work, or any other window covering related issue, we would love to hear from you. Contact us today to get started.