What is the difference between vinyl and PVC blinds?

Vinyl and PVC materials are often confused with each other. In reality, vinyl is an umbrella term, and PVC falls somewhere below it. PVC is a popular type of vinyl, commonly used in the construction industry due to its durability, ease of installation and relatively low cost.

Does Lowes cut mini blinds to size?

Lowe’s can cut many blinds to custom-fit your windows at no additional cost. Bring in your measurements, and we’ll prepare your blinds while you shop. You can even Special Order just about anything you need for your installation.

What are plastic blinds called?

Roller. Roller blinds are a type of window blind that is typically made from a polyester fabric wrapped around a plastic or metal roller.

What sizes do blinds come in?

If you’ve ever wondered what the standard size of window blinds is, the standard window length ranges from 36 to 72 inches, and the standard width ranges from 24 to 60 inches. However, window sizes and shapes can vary greatly, especially in older homes or homes with custom windows.

Do vinyl blinds break easily?

Durability and Flexibility Meanwhile, vinyl blinds have more flexibility to them. They don’t tend to dent or crease. The downside is that they’re easier to break, so if you have a pet that likes to spend time near the window, you might want to consider aluminum.

Are vinyl blinds better than fabric?

Contrary to vinyl blinds industry propaganda, blinds from polyester woven fabric are significantly better than PVC based vertical louvers when it comes to blocking the sunlight and heat which strikes the window panels.

Will Home Depot cut your blinds for you?

Our associates can cut your in-store bought blinds to the exact size needed, for free.

How long do vinyl blinds last?

The average lifespan of window treatments is seven to eight years but homeowners may want to replace their blinds even before then.

Are PVC blinds any good?

As PVC is a synthetic material, it is incredibly strong and manufactured to be able to withstand everything from strong winds and rains to high levels of UV light from the sun without warping, cracking or fading.