Another area that has a clear leader is appearance. Wooden window frames are easily most attractive frames. The timeless appeal of wood suits both modern and period properties. In particular, for period properties it is almost mandatory to have traditional looking frames and in particular sash windows. The appearance of properties can be undermined with PVC-u frames or cheap looking fake wood finishes.

Although wooden frames are most pleasing on eye they are also hardest work. Older frames require a significant amount of attention to prolong their life. The newer wooden frames are treated before being shipped to retailers but they still require attention. Regular coats of protective paints are needed every four or five years. PVC-u and aluminium window frames require very little maintenance and can be cleaned with just an occasional wipe with a damp cloth.

Finally, we look at cost of different types of frames. Generally speaking, cheapest are PVC-u frames, followed by aluminium and finally wood are most expensive. The economic benefits of PVC-u frames combined with their excellent insulation properties go a long way to explaining their popularity.

There are many different styles of window that can be manufactured from three materials. Casement windows, tilt and turn windows and sash windows are all made from three materials.

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The second option are so called faux wooden blinds or imitation wood blinds. As wood is a far from ideal choice for kitchen or bathroom, while at same time being preferred choice of blind, a demand has arisen for a realistic imitation of classy wooden blinds. These types of blinds are becoming more and more popular and are happily cheaper than their wooden counterparts.

Having said that, third choice is in fact wooden blind. It is possible to employ this type of blind as preferred solution, however, it is imperative that wood actually used in such blinds has been properly treated with appropriate water resistant fluids.

The style of blind is much easier. It comes down to a choice of venetian blinds or roller blinds. Both types of blinds are equally suitable and it really comes down to each individual circumstance.

In end, there are many options available when it comes to decorating kitchen or bathroom. The blinds mentioned here are all readily available on market and can all be used successfully as ideal window blind for bathroom or kitchen.