Bamboo Window Shades
Bamboo window shades are normally categorized under wooden shades or wooden blinds. In the strictest sense, bamboo is not wood but actually is a kind of tall grass that grows up to an average of 45 feet. The tallest recorded to date goes beyond 100 feet.
The reason that bamboos are mistakenly called as wood is because the body of bamboos are very strong to the point that they are used in building tropical huts or houses, floorings and even rafts and bridges in many Asian and African countries. On top of that, few people call it the bamboo grass. Instead people call it as bamboo tree, understandably, because of their height and strength.
Bamboos have many uses and one of the functional and creative use of bamboos is to serve as bamboo window shades.
Bamboo window shades are sometimes considered under the category of wooden blinds.
If you are looking for “wooden blinds” that will give a more adventurous or exotic look to your home, bamboo window shades are a popular choice.
Advantages of Bamboo Window Shades
1. Exotic and earthy
Bamboos come from tropical areas and are not readily available in many parts of the continental USA; but when used, bamboo window shades can be a good conversation piece in your living room or patio.
2. Moisture, heat resistant
The material can be used even near your barbecue area.
3. Low maintenance
Bamboo blinds can easily be wiped with damp cloth or vacuumed if you have woven slats or washed with mild soapy water. Be sure to rinse off the soap solution with tap water so as to remove any soap residue. The only maintenance for bamboo blinds is to turn it over once a year if it is used under direct sunlight. This is done just so that you will be able to maintain the same color and shade from both sides.
4. Can be used outdoors
Bamboo wooden blinds are very good in protecting your guests and family from the heat of the sun during barbecue parties or afternoon teas. In fact, even during rainy season, you may used bamboo wooden blinds outdoor to protect you from the elements without fear of damaging your bamboo shades.
5. Lightweight
Anyone can easily transport or attach bamboo wooden shades in any part of the house. Bamboo blinds can easily be rolled up or down too.
6. Eco-friendly
This could be the most important reason why bamboo blinds should be the wooden blinds of choice. Bamboos grow fast and by using bamboos, we cut fewer trees around the world.
Types of Bamboo Blinds
1. Bamboo venetian blinds
2. Bamboo roman blinds
3. Bamboo roll up blinds
4. Bamboo vertical blinds
5. Bamboo roller blinds
These bamboo blinds are made from any or a combination of bamboo, reeds, grass, and soft wood.
If you want to buy wooden blinds but prefer the “dressed down” but retaining a classy and airy look, you should consider getting bamboo blinds.
Or if you want to have the Japanese, Oriental, tropical or zen inspired atmosphere in your room, you cannot go wrong with bamboo wooden blinds for your home.
