Three Top Reasons for Replacing Your Blinds

We are spending much more time indoors these days, due to social distancing and only venturing out for essential errands. Being at home for longer periods, one starts noticing all the wear and tear on the furniture, floors and other household surfaces. That being said, we are all trying to save money and new furnishings are not exactly a priority purchase. However, good window coverings are essential to keeping your furniture, carpet and wall art from fading. Also, good window coverings assist with controlling the temperature in the home. Blinds that are in good condition will save you money. Blinds that are in less than optimal condition should be replaced to help protect the interior of your home as well as assist in lowering cooling and heating bills. The following are the three top reasons for replacing your blinds.

Poor Condition of Slats

Blinds that have bent, warped or discoloured slats should be replaced. Over time, the slats on metal blinds may be subject to becoming bent. Trying to bend them back so as to straighten them only weakens the metal further and will eventually break off entirely. In addition, the blinds will not be able to close properly, thus, allowing in more light and reducing privacy at night. Wood and plastic blinds warp with increased humidity and heat. This warping leaves gaps and also puts a mechanical strain on the cords. The gaps reduce any temperature moderation, allows more light to filter through and once again compromises privacy. Plastic blinds become yellowed over time. This yellowing indicates a breakdown of the material, resulting in the blinds becoming brittle and losing their opaque quality. When plastic blinds begin to yellow, it is time to replace them because cracking and breaking are right around the corner!

Poor Condition of Cords

Cords that require a lot of force to raise or lower blinds are not only very annoying but can be a hazard. Tugging on cords can lead to the whole mechanism coming loose and falling out. Cords that are frayed are also subject to breaking. Once broken, the cords will need to be restrung and restringing blind cords can be pricey. It is usually much cheaper to buy a new set of blinds than to restring cords on an old blind system.

Safety Issues

The last of the three top reasons for replacing your blinds is a safety concern. With the new addition of children and/or pets, creating a safe environment is imperative. Young children and pets can become entangled in blind cords causing injury and strangulation. It is highly recommended to change out old cord systems for cordless blind systems. There are cordless blind systems that are manual and those that are raised and lowered by remote. It is not expensive to keep your home safe. There is a cordless system for every budget.


Keeping your blinds in good condition is an investment in your home. If you have any further questions please contact the window covering professionals at Blind Solutions of Colorado. They will assist you in finding the right blinds for the right price.

Wishing everyone health and safety during these times,

From Everyone at Blind Solutions of Colorado.