A Simple Guide to Choosing the Right Window Blinds and Shades

Serving Whatcom, Skagit & Snohomish Counties

Choosing the perfect window coverings can completely change how your home feels—adding privacy, softening light, and tying your whole design together. At Bindi and Bird, we help you choose styles that don’t just look beautiful, but also work hard for your space.

Here’s our straightforward guide to help you make the right choice for your windows.

1. Get Clear on What You Need

Before we talk styles or colors, take a moment to think about your goals:

  • Light control: Do you want to darken a room or let the sunshine pour in?
  • Insulation: Need to keep heat in (or out) to save on energy bills?
  • Privacy: Are you close to neighbors or looking for sheer views?
  • Style & mood: Do you want cozy and layered or sleek and minimal?
  • Budget: What’s the smart spend for this room or project?

Once we know what matters to you, we can narrow in on what truly fits.

2. Explore Your Options

There’s a window treatment for every style—and we carry the best of them:

  • Roller & Solar Shades: Clean, modern, and great for light control. Available in blackout and screen options.
  • Roman Shades: Soft folds, timeless feel—great for bedrooms and cozy living spaces.
  • Wood & Faux Wood Blinds: Durable and classic, especially for kitchens and high-use spaces.
  • Sheer Shades (like Silhouettes): Elegant and airy—filter light beautifully without blocking your view.
  • Motorized Options: Add ease, convenience, and child safety to your window coverings.

3. Pick the Right Fabric or Material

Durability and cleanability matter—especially in high-traffic areas.

  • For sunny rooms: Choose fade-resistant fabrics or lined shades.
  • For busy homes: Easy-clean faux woods or performance fabrics work best.
  • For a luxe look: Linen blends, woven woods, or textured sheers add character and depth.

We’ll help you feel the difference in the showroom.

4. Measure It Right

Window treatments only look their best when they fit perfectly. We offer professional in-home measurements to ensure accuracy and style cohesion.

  • Decide between inside or outside mount depending on the frame and look you want.
  • We’ll handle the tricky parts—height, width, depth, and special hardware requirements.

5. Match Your Style

Your window treatments should feel like they belong in the space. Here’s how to get it right:

  • Go bold with contrasting shades or keep it airy with neutrals.
  • Match the mood of the room—modern rooms look great with sleek rollers; farmhouse kitchens love wood blinds.
  • Keep things consistent if you have multiple windows in the same space.

Ready to Make It Happen?

We’d love to help. Whether you want help designing your space or just need a little advice, the Bindi and Bird team is here.

Visit our showroom or schedule an in-home consultation,

Serving Bellingham, Lynden, Ferndale, Mount Vernon, and beyond.

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