Bathroom Blinds FAQs
Get fast, expert answers to frequently asked questions about bathroom blinds from the team at English Blinds, and discover the benefits of custom-made bathroom blinds before you buy.
Frequently Asked Questions
The most suitable and practical options for bathrooms are blinds made from water-resistant and easy-to-wipe-clean materials such as PVC, vinyl, faux wood and aluminium. Blinds made from these materials also have the added benefit of being opaque, so they’re perfect for privacy and protecting your modesty.
The best waterproof option for the bathroom is roller blinds made from PVC and vinyl fabrics. They’re easily wiped clean, blackout and thermally efficient. The next best options are faux wood Venetian blinds and aluminium Venetian blinds. Both feature slats that are 100% waterproof, with faux wood blinds having the edge if you prefer a more robust and thermally efficient option.
Roller blinds made from fabrics such as polycotton and even polyester are susceptible to developing mould over time. They can easily become and remain damp and moist in bathrooms, which is the ideal environment for mould spores to thrive. Roller blinds made from PVC and vinyl, on the other hand, will not go mouldy if they are wiped down or cleaned often.
Blinds that are made from PVC, vinyl or aluminium, such as PVC vertical and roller blinds, faux wood blinds and aluminium venetian blinds. This is because mould feeds off organic materials and PVC, vinyl and aluminium, being non-organic, do not support mould. Any mould that grows on them feeds off the organic materials (such as dirt) stuck to the surface. So, as long as they’re cleaned regularly, they won’t go mouldy.
In terms of “special” in the context of bathroom blinds, it’s certainly a good idea to choose waterproof blinds in most cases, the exception being larger bathrooms that are well-ventilated and where the windows are far enough from the sink, shower or bath. Whilst blackout blinds aren't strictly necessary, they can be useful for added privacy at night.
Yes, you can put blinds in a bathroom. Ideally, they should be resistant to moisture and able to withstand the humidity of the bathroom. They’re also the best way to protect your modesty and provide privacy, particularly if your bathroom window faces the street or the neighbour's place.
The best colour for bathroom blinds will depend on the style and size of your bathroom. For smaller bathrooms, lighter colours are recommended to make the room brighter and more spacious. Larger bathrooms give you more flexibility, allowing for darker tones and patterns. Neutral-themed bathrooms offer the most versatility, as you can choose blinds in pretty much any colour, style and design.
Bathroom blinds should be waterproof if they're likely to get wet or if the bathroom gets humid and steamy when in use. If the bathroom is large, well-ventilated and the window is far enough away from the sink, bath or shower you may be able to use non-waterproof blinds.
What are the best blinds to use in a bathroom?
Bathroom window blinds need to withstand the challenges of being hung in a humid or steamy environment and in some cases, being at risk of getting wet. However, there are still plenty of options to be going on with!
- Suitable options for a wet room or bathroom window include PVC or vinyl roller blinds and vertical blinds, and also faux-wood slatted blinds, all of which will withstand a high degree of moisture and humidity.
- Aluminium Venetian blinds shouldn’t be overlooked either, whether your bathroom turns into a full-on water theme park, or just acts like the average bathroom in terms of the presence of water and steam. Venetian blinds for bathrooms are highly resistant to water and condensation, and their slats are made from aluminium, so they won’t rust.
- If your bathroom is larger, less subject to wet or damp, and has excellent ventilation, you even have the option of real wood blinds for a more natural look or Roman blinds, for a seriously opulent look to go with your claw-footed Victorian bathtub. That said, these are something of a bold choice for all but large, high-ceilinged rooms with the shower or bathtub (and water in general) kept some distance from the blind itself.
What are the benefits of bathroom blinds?
Aside from the obvious application of preventing the neighbours from seeing your pale bits, window blinds for bathrooms (depending on the type you pick) can do a number of specialised things.
- First up, made to measure bathroom blinds protect your privacy by preventing people passing by from being able to see through the window, while also ensuring that people outside of the home don’t get an unwitting eyeful of something they’d rather not see.
- They also filter or soften the light, prevent glare, and allow you to make the bathroom feel cosier and more welcoming; essential if you like to relax in the bath with a glass of wine and some scented candles at the end of a hard day.
- Some types of bathroom blinds, such as PVC roller blinds and vertical blinds, are blackout too, enabling you to occlude light from outside more or less entirely, depending on how you hang them within the window recess.
- If you choose vertical blinds or Venetian blinds for your bathroom (either faux-wood, wood, or aluminium) these can be tilted or slanted, enabling you to exert a high degree of control over the level of light and privacy offered. This might be important to you if the light hits the bathroom windows full-on at certain times of day, or if you and your other half have markedly different ideas on what constitutes the appropriate bathroom ambience and level of privacy.
- Thermal bathroom blinds also help to insulate the window too, preventing drafts from ruining the mood as soon as you step out of the bath, and helping to reduce heat loss through the window. An excellent choice if your heating bills can be a little steep, or you’re keen to pick eco-friendly blinds and do your bit towards reducing global warning.
- Last but very much not least, bathroom blinds allow you to style your room exactly how you want it; to create or enhance a theme, disguise an ugly view or even just an ugly window, and generally, put your own personal stamp on the room in the way you want.
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