Fabric vertical blinds can be a nice looking, easy to maintain type of window blind, but at first glance they may not seem all that durable.
Let's look at some of the pros and cons of these types of window blinds.
First, fabric blinds come in various sizes, materials and designs.
Some types are going to naturally be more durable than others, so this isn't a cut and dry question.
If your vertical blinds are fabric that's covering a more solid core, such as plastic or vinyl, they're going to stand up to more abuse than blinds that are strictly made of fabric.
Even the type of fabric can make a difference, regardless of whether it's covering a more solid core.
Some types of fabric vertical blinds use thicker material than others, and the thicker fabrics will stand up better to everyday wear and tear.
When choosing your blinds, one of the ways you'll be able to judge how durable they are is how stiff the blinds are.
The more flexible the fabric, the higher the likelihood of it being damaged.
If you've got kids or pets, or the blinds are for a high-traffic area where they get opened and closed a lot, such as a sliding glass door, you'll want to choose a thicker fabric or something with a solid core underneath it.
If the blinds are in a low-traffic area, and they're not likely to get a lot of use, the type of fabric isn't going to be as important.
The amount of maintenance will also have a bearing on which type of fabric blinds are best.
If the blinds are in a spot where they're likely to get dirty and require cleaning, a stronger blind will be a better choice, since regular cleaning could damage a less durable blind more easily.
Before choosing your blinds, think about where they're going to be hanging and how much wear and tear they're going to take.
This will help you choose the best fabric vertical blinds for your particular needs.