In this blog entry, the professional Los Angeles window treatment installation team here at Los Angeles Shades and Blinds will detail a useful guide to choosing moisture resistant blinds for bathrooms.
What should I look for in moisture resistant bathroom blinds?
The most successful bathroom window treatments combine moisture resistance, durability, and privacy. Poor quality bathroom window treatments cannot withstand the regular humidity, cleaning needs, and condensation present in bathrooms. High quality moisture resistant materials easily withstand condensation, humidity, and splashing without warping or degrading.
When it comes to light control, the homeowner’s preference is between light filtering or room darkening materials – or blackout materials that block all incoming light when fit properly.
Cordless Blinds for Bathrooms
If you have a child or pet in your household, we stress the importance of using cordless lift systems and/or motorized controls for safe and tangle free bathroom window treatments!
Faux Wood Bathroom Blinds
We recommend going for faux wood bathroom blinds made of PVC or composite materials. Faux wood bathroom blinds resist fading, swelling, and warping in humid environments – while still having the natural aesthetic of wood grains. These materials are much more stable in bathrooms than real wood blinds, which would get easily damaged from humidity. Both embossed or smooth faux wood blind materials can easily wipe clean using standard household cleaners. We recommend purchasing blinds with a 2-2.5 inch slat size for ideal balance between privacy and light coverage.
Vinyl Roller Shades in Bathrooms
Vinyl or PVC roller shades are also ideal for rooms with high humidity like bathrooms. They can be easily cleaned with a simple wipe down, making them ideal for family households. You can choose between light filtering or room darkening fabrics, special cassette valance upgrades for a streamlined appearance, and even motors for touchless privacy control.
Bathroom Blinds Care
Our superior bathroom blinds are made with top quality materials that deliver long lasting performance in humid bathrooms. We recommend wiping slats and rollers clean every week with microfiber cloths to remove buildup related to humidity. Do not use harsh cleaners on these window treatments – gently cleaning them will help you preserve functionality and appearance. If you have motorized shades in your bathroom, make sure to keep all battery compartments away from direct moisture or spray. We also recommend regularly running bathroom exhaust fans to reduce condensation and humidity in your bathroom.
