Nothing quite matches the warmth of real hardwood at the window. Real wood blinds bring genuine grain, rich stain colors, and a substantial feel that faux materials imitate but never fully equal. For living rooms, dining rooms, offices, and bedrooms across the Des Moines metro, they are the classic choice that never goes out of style.
Genuine hardwood, genuine warmth
Real wood slats are lighter than faux wood, which matters on wide windows where a heavy blind can strain the lift mechanism over years of daily use. The grain is real, the stains are furniture quality, and the finished look pairs beautifully with hardwood floors and stained trim, which older Des Moines homes have in abundance.
Where real wood works best
I recommend real wood for the rooms you show off, living and dining rooms, home offices, and primary bedrooms. For kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms where humidity runs high, faux wood blinds are the smarter pick, and I will tell you honestly which windows in your home call for which.
Stains, paints, and slat sizes to match your home
From bright whites to deep walnut stains, and slat sizes from subtle to bold, real wood blinds are genuinely custom. I bring stain and paint samples to your home so you can hold them against your trim and floors, then measure every window by hand for a precise fit.
Frequently asked questions
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Part of our Custom Blinds line. Serving Des Moines, Ankeny, Waukee, and the surrounding metro from Norwalk.
Ready to see samples in your own light? Call (515) 850-9700 or request your free in-home estimate.