Hello everyone,
We are currently wondering:
Should we install blinds or roller shutters on the floor-to-ceiling windows on the ground floor (patio exit, etc.)? In any case, they should be electric.
I honestly don’t see much added value in blinds, especially since I would even have to pay extra for them, which still doesn’t make sense to me.
Recently, we drove through two new housing developments, and really about 80% of the houses have blinds?? What do you think about this?
I just can’t believe it, but of course, this also raises the question: Are we thinking about this the wrong way? Are blinds maybe actually better?
Added value: You can control the appearance and the amount of light coming in. But otherwise, I don’t see any benefit, and I’m supposed to pay extra for that?
In my opinion, the disadvantages clearly outweigh the advantages...
We are currently wondering:
Should we install blinds or roller shutters on the floor-to-ceiling windows on the ground floor (patio exit, etc.)? In any case, they should be electric.
I honestly don’t see much added value in blinds, especially since I would even have to pay extra for them, which still doesn’t make sense to me.
Recently, we drove through two new housing developments, and really about 80% of the houses have blinds?? What do you think about this?
I just can’t believe it, but of course, this also raises the question: Are we thinking about this the wrong way? Are blinds maybe actually better?
Added value: You can control the appearance and the amount of light coming in. But otherwise, I don’t see any benefit, and I’m supposed to pay extra for that?
In my opinion, the disadvantages clearly outweigh the advantages...
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Alessandro1 Jul 2020 13:21With the screens, I also can’t see out the window without feeling like I have 5 diopters or a 0.3% blood alcohol level.
Besides, they don’t help at all with cooling the room!
And the wind issue is much worse with external screens than with blinds!
Besides, they don’t help at all with cooling the room!
And the wind issue is much worse with external screens than with blinds!
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pagoni20201 Jul 2020 13:29Muc1985 schrieb:
Thanks to a very knowledgeable and friendly forum user, we will likely choose textile screens for the entire building. The advantages compared to venetian blinds outweigh the disadvantages. For example, being able to control light transmission with different fabric densities (very dark for bedrooms, etc.), elegant corner solutions are available, and there is a uniform option for the ground floor, upper floor, and attic... I am familiar with various textile screens that wrinkle, get dirty, etc., but maybe you found something clever. However, I fully agree with @Alessandro’s opinion and believe the greater advantages lie with venetian blinds compared to roller shutters and textile screens.
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Alessandro1 Jul 2020 14:26In a windy area, I would choose the Roma CDL shutters. They can withstand wind speeds up to 120 km/h (75 mph) without any problems, and they are even as opaque as roller shutters.
You might want to look up what wind speeds of 120 km/h actually mean...
At that point, I would be more concerned about the roof.
You might want to look up what wind speeds of 120 km/h actually mean...
At that point, I would be more concerned about the roof.
But having that office-like appearance inside is simply not attractive. Yes, light does come in, but it still looks unpleasant.
If possible, I prefer solutions like roof overhangs, trees, or patio covers with awnings, which are much more attractive. Instead of half the window being covered with unattractive blinds, you have an open view and can truly enjoy looking outside.
If possible, I prefer solutions like roof overhangs, trees, or patio covers with awnings, which are much more attractive. Instead of half the window being covered with unattractive blinds, you have an open view and can truly enjoy looking outside.
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