Faux wood blinds are the workhorse of window treatments, and they are what I recommend most often for kitchens, bathrooms, and busy family rooms across the Des Moines metro. They give you the warm, classic look of wood slats at a friendlier price point, and they shrug off the humidity and temperature swings that can warp real wood over time.
Built for kitchens, bathrooms, and real life
Faux wood slats are made from PVC or composite material, so steam from a shower or a pot on the stove does not bother them. That makes them the safe choice for any room where real wood would be a gamble, and it is why most of the blinds I install in Iowa kitchens and bathrooms are faux wood. They wipe clean with a damp cloth, stand up to sticky fingers and pets, and keep their color instead of fading or yellowing the way cheap vinyl mini blinds do.
The look of wood without the upkeep
Modern faux wood has come a long way. Embossed grain textures and a full range of whites, creams, and wood tones mean most guests will never know the difference from across the room. If you want the timeless pick for a formal living or dining room, real wood blinds are still the classic, but for everywhere else faux wood earns its keep.
Custom measured, cordless options included
Every set is cut to your exact window, not a standard size stretched to fit, and cordless lift is available for homes with kids and pets. I measure every window myself, bring real samples so you can compare slat sizes and colors in your own light, and install everything cleanly, usually in a single visit.
Frequently asked questions
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Part of our Custom Blinds line. Serving Des Moines, Ankeny, Waukee, and the surrounding metro from Norwalk.
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