Faux Wood Blinds With Tapes

Tapes, also called ladder tapes, are the strips that run down the front and back of the blind and hold the slats in place. They cover the small holes that the lift cords pass through, so the blind looks neater when it is closed. The tapes are a separate colour, either matching the slats or contrasting with them.

A little more. Without tapes, light can pass through the cord holes in the slats, and tapes cover those holes. Faux wood blinds with tapes are still not blackout, because the slats tilt open and the gaps between them let light through when the blind is closed, so for a fully dark room choose blackout blinds.

Match the tape to the slats for a calm, uniform look, or choose a contrast for a more defined style, such as white slats with black or grey tapes. Light slats with beige or brown tapes feel warmer. Colours can look different on screen, so order free samples and check them against your walls and window frame.

Faux wood blinds are made from UPVC, so they are waterproof and have a simulated grain. Real wood blinds are made from basswood, are lighter and have a natural grain, but they should stay out of damp rooms. Both are available with tapes, and you can browse our real wood blinds to compare.

The slats are UPVC, which is moisture resistant, so faux wood is a better choice than real wood for these rooms. Our wooden kitchen blinds include taped designs, so you can see how they look in a kitchen setting.