Best Blinds

A great faux wood style blind at an attractive price point, users are impressed with its heavy-duty construction and accurate sizing.

Solid metal channel is a plus, resisting damage. Most users feel the blinds are good quality for the price. Very accurate sizing. Blinds block light very well.

1" Light Filtering Vinyl Corded, 34 x 64", White

Some users report that raising the blinds isn’t as smooth as they’d like. No spare hardware in case of broken parts. A few reports of damaged slats on arrival.

Best Bang for the Buck

Bali Blinds

Very economical mini blinds that are simple to install, but owners get what they pay for – slightly “off” colors, flimsy hardware and easy-to-warp slats.

Easy to install, with extra hardware for different installation configurations. Sturdy top bar that doesn’t need bracing. Filters sunlight well without yellowing too quickly.

40-Inch Vinyl Mini Blind with 1" Slats and 25" Width, 40" Drop

Color is closer to light lavender than white. Installation hardware and anchor caps seem cheap. Slats are flimsy and can bend and warp easily. Shorter and narrower than stated length and width.

Magne

A fast solution for privacy and sun shade on metal doors, but shade is easy to pull completely down and slats are a bit flimsy.

Magnets grip tightly to steel doors or frames, users report. Bottom magnets are a big plus, keeping blinds from swinging out. Easy, super-fast installation.

1" Wide Aluminum Blind, 34" x 60"

Measurements vary from one set of blinds to the next. Some owners feel the bottom magnets are too weak. Slats are flimsy and can bend easily. Entire assembly can fall off when tugged too hard.

Lotus & Windoware

These solidly built aluminum blinds win points for their durability, but tend to squeal loudly when raising or lowering them.

Do a good job of filtering sunlight, users note. Fairly straightforward installation. Many like the aluminum slat construction over other brands’ vinyl make.

Luna 2" Vinyl Blind, 29" x 64", Mahogany

Installation instructions are minimal, which may be difficult for new users. Loud squealing noise when raised or lowered. Measurements are often not accurate. Doesn’t completely block light.

Achim Home Furnishings

Wider vinyl slats do a good job of blocking most sunlight, and blinds stay in place with sturdy mounting hardware – but color tends to fade quickly.

Measurements are in line with advertised dimensions. Blinds are relatively easy to hang, and mounting hardware is sturdy metal. Owners find that they block light very effectively.