Window Blinds Guide for Uganda: Zebra, Roller, Vertical, Venetian and Wooden Blinds Compared
Blinds are one of the quickest ways to transform a room. They control glare on computer screens, keep rooms cooler in the afternoon sun, give privacy at night and make a space look finished. EDEVA Uganda has supplied and fitted blinds to organisations such as NSSF, Buganda Land Board, WWF, Child Fund, Joint Medical Stores and Management Services for Health, as well as many homes. Here is how the main types compare.
Zebra blinds (day-and-night blinds)
Zebra blinds have two layers of fabric with alternating sheer and solid stripes. Sliding the layers lines the stripes up (to let light through) or offsets them (to block the view). They are currently the most requested blind in Kampala homes and offices because they look modern and give fine control of light and privacy.
- Best for: living rooms, bedrooms, boardrooms, reception areas, kitchens.
- Colours: grey, beige, cream, brown, charcoal and wood-effect shades.
Roller blinds and blackout blinds
A single sheet of fabric that rolls up into a neat cassette at the top. Roller blinds work especially well on wide glass walls and sliding doors, where they almost disappear when raised. Choose sunscreen fabric to cut glare while keeping the view, or blackout fabric for bedrooms, conference rooms and projection areas.
Vertical blinds
Vertical slats hang from a track and rotate to control light, then draw to one side. They are practical for large office windows, halls and sliding doors, are easy to clean slat by slat, and individual slats can be replaced if damaged. Many offices in Uganda use them because they are durable and economical over large areas.
Venetian blinds
Horizontal aluminium slats that tilt to direct light. Venetian blinds are slim, hard-wearing and easy to wipe — a good choice for offices, banks and clinics. EDEVA supplied venetian blinds to NSSF offices.
Wooden blinds
Wooden slats bring warmth and a premium, executive feel to studies, lounges and managers' offices. They are heavier than aluminium, so they suit medium-sized windows best.
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EDEVA Uganda Limited has supplied and installed aluminium, partitions, blinds, curtains, ceilings and steel works across Uganda since 2007.
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Which blind for which room?
- Bedrooms: zebra or blackout roller blinds for sleep and privacy.
- Living rooms: zebra blinds, or blinds combined with curtains for softness.
- Kitchens and bathrooms: aluminium venetian or wipeable roller/zebra fabrics.
- Offices: vertical, venetian or roller sunscreen blinds to stop glare on screens.
- Boardrooms and training rooms: blackout rollers or zebra blinds for presentations.
Measuring and fitting
Blinds can be fitted inside the window recess (a clean, built-in look) or outside on the wall above (better light blocking and makes small windows look bigger). Recesses are rarely perfectly square, so every blind should be measured on site at three points. EDEVA measures, supplies and fits blinds, and checks that each one runs smoothly before we leave.
Cleaning tips
Dust blinds weekly with a soft brush or microfibre cloth. Wipe aluminium slats with mild soapy water. Vacuum fabric blinds on a low setting. For kitchens, choose fabrics that can be wiped.
See all the blind types we supply on the EDEVA window blinds page, and browse recent blind installations.
Book a blinds measurement
EDEVA Uganda Limited has supplied and installed aluminium, partitions, blinds, curtains, ceilings and steel works across Uganda since 2007.
? Call: 0776 859084 · 0712 859084 · 0702 859084
? WhatsApp: chat with EDEVA on WhatsApp
✉️ Email: edevauganda@yahoo.com
? Office: Plot 27, Clement Hill Road, Kampala
?️ Book a site visit online at edevauganda.com
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