When decking out your home, picking the right window treatments is more than just a design choice – it’s about safety and practicality too. This is especially important if you have little ones running around. You need a solution that’s robust, secure, and won’t easily come loose. So, with that in mind, let’s weigh up the pros and cons of blinds and curtains – and why shutters might just be your best bet.
Blinds
Pros
Blinds come in a variety of styles and can be pretty budget-friendly. They offer decent light control too, so you can adjust the brightness in your kid’s room easily.
Cons
The major downside? Those dangling cords. They’re very easily pulled at, creating a safety hazard for curious little hands. Blinds aren’t the most robust either – they’re pretty easily pulled down. Plus, blinds can collect dust like nobody’s business. That’s not what you want from a window dressing.
Curtains
Pros
Curtains can be a cosy addition to a room, and there’s no end to the patterns and colours at your disposal. They’re also great for creating a near blackout effect, making them perfect for nap times.
Cons
Much the same as blinds, curtains can be a bit of a playground for kids, especially those who fancy themselves a bit of a climber. And then there’s the dust. Curtains are notorious dust collectors. Plus, the regular washing can be a bit of a faff.
Shutters
It won’t surprise you to see us singing the praises of shutters, but they honestly are our favourite option. It’s why we got in the business. Whether you’re after a bedroom window dressing or need child friendly window treatments for somewhere else in the home, there’s plenty that makes them stand out from the crowd.
Pros
We could go on for ages about shutters, but you haven’t got all day, so we’ll keep it short.
Safety First
No cords, no worries. Shutters are as safe as they come, with no dangling bits to grab onto.
Easy Cleaning
A quick wipe down every once in a while is all they need. No fuss, no muss.
Durability
These shutters are tough cookies. They’ll stand up to the rough and tumble of playtime without a hitch.
Light Control & Insulation
Perfect for managing naptime lighting and keeping the room nice and snug.
Style Points
Let’s not forget, they look pretty sharp. And with DIY Shutters, you can choose from a range of styles and finishes to suit your home.
Get Started
Don’t worry if you’re not a DIY expert. Our easy measure and install guides keep things nice and simple. You’ll be surprised at just how easy it is. Still have questions? Send an email to [email protected] today and one of our expert team members will be in touch shortly.