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Bamboo blinds can be a beautiful addition to any home. But like all natural materials such as wood, reeds or grass, bamboo is also prone to develop mold and mildew over time, especially if they are installed in wet rooms.

So in order to ensure that the blinds are in tip top condition you need to clean them as often as you can. Here are some simple ways that you can do so.

Although bamboo blinds have been arpund for a long time but it was only in recent years that they have become popular among the western home owners. In my opinion they should be the preferred window treatment choice for all our homes today. Not only are they environmentally friendly but they also cost fraction of what you would pay for the other types of window treatment.

Bamboo shades are not just perfect for our homes but they are also extremely simple to install. This is due to the operating mechanism which is not as complicated as the other types of blinds. You can do this by following the instructions provided by the manufacturer usually it comes in the form of a paper that is packed together with your shades. You just need to make sure that the shades are installed evenly on your wall.

Are you having problems with getting the right type of bamboo blinds for your home? Just like the other types of blinds, the bamboo ones also come with different styles as well. If you do not know which style or type to get you can always consult the retail shop’s consultants. Alternatively you can check out my article where I gave an overview and description of the different styles of blinds.

One of the secrets of the Japanese in terms of home decor has got to be the Sudare bamboo blinds. It has existed for more than a thousand years but only until few years ago that the western world started to take notice of it.

So what are Sudare? What’s so different about it from the normal blinds?

Before you go out and order your bamboo blinds please remember to measure  your window  otherwise you might regret it.   

But just how do you measure your window? Well this post will provide an easy to follow guide to do that.