The most popular blinds in 2022 are those that meet customer needs and changing demands. This year, customers have not only focused on style and aesthetics, but also on practicality.
As working from home and telecommuting becomes more and more common, blind buyers are looking for solutions to problems they wouldn’t otherwise have encountered, such as how to maintain privacy in your home office without blocking too much sunlight.
This has naturally influenced the way customers shop and led to changes in the leading interior design trends, especially when it comes to the most popular blinds. The corona pandemic has changed the way customers prioritize when buying blinds, roller blinds and pleated blinds. Changes that mean the most popular blinds and curtains are not just based on how they look, but the benefits they can provide and the solutions they offer to some of the needs we now experience.
More working from home puts greater demands on solar shading
As many more of us have started working from home, it’s important that we have a space that is comfortable and functional to work in. It’s important that we have good light to work in and at the same time we don’t want the computer screen to be blinded by sunlight. But glare isn’t the only problem when it comes to working from home. If you have regular virtual meetings with your colleagues etc., it’s not a good idea to be blinded by the sun or too dark so that your colleagues can barely see you.
Rising energy costs
With energy costs rising at an express pace, the economy is under a lot of pressure for many. One of the best and most affordable ways to reduce energy costs is by installing blinds and shades – especially those with thermal or insulated properties. Thermal curtains can help reduce heat loss by up to 40% depending on the style you choose.
Uncomfortable temperatures reduce work efficiency
Heat and cold also play an important role in the comfort of our homes, not to mention work efficiency. Therefore, better temperature control is an important priority in your choice of blinds and curtains if, for example, you do a lot of work from home. Here you can buy blinds and curtains that can regulate the temperature in all seasons. To get the full effect in terms of sunlight control, energy efficiency and temperature control, choose made-to-measure blinds and curtains to fit your windows and doors exactly.
Ensuring privacy
Privacy has always been one of the main concerns for customers when buying blinds and curtains. Depending on your individual needs, there are several different options. For example, you can buy roller blinds where you can look out, but people can’t see in through your windows from the outside. So there’s no need to worry about passers-by and nosy neighbors.
Trends in 2022
There have been some major shifts in blind trends over the last few years. Some of the styles that are growing in popularity at the moment include natural-looking blinds, eco-friendly blinds and easy-to-install blinds.
We’ve compiled a list of the most popular blinds so far this year:
Wooden blinds
Wooden blinds are one of the best-selling blinds on the market at the moment, and it’s easy to see why. These incredible blinds add a natural element back into your home and look super sleek and stylish, as well as providing an elegant finish. Not only that, but wooden blinds offer a wide range of benefits.
One of the main reasons for their popularity is because of the privacy they can provide. With rotating slats, you can decide exactly how much light you want to let in and how much privacy you want to maintain. At the same time, wooden blinds give you an elegant finish
Here you can choose to buy faux wood or real wood. Faux wood blinds are a cheaper alternative to real wood, and faux wood blinds can also be used in humid environments like your kitchen or bathroom due to their PVC material.
Roller blinds
Roller blinds have always been at the top of the list of the most popular blinds and will most likely always be one of the favorites. They are available in a multitude of different fabrics, colors and designs, making them one of the most versatile options when matching your blinds to interiors.
In 2022, we’ve seen a rise in popularity for roller blinds with printed patterns, floral blinds and bold colors. Blackout blinds have also increased in popularity with more people working from home offices and more people want total darkness when they sleep (read more below). Roller blinds are also one of the most affordable blinds on the market, so it’s easy to see why they’re one of the most popular blinds of 2022.
Vertical blinds
Vertical blinds have undergone something of a resurgence in 2022. They divide opinion, but vertical blinds have been reimagined for 2022 with some incredible new fabric options and styles now available.A great and affordable option for privacy, vertical blinds are available in both dimmed and blackout fabrics and allow you to rotate the slats to your preferred position, letting in light while maintaining your privacy.
Vertical blinds are super popular for office spaces, whether it’s your home office or workplace.
Blackout roller blinds
If you value your privacy and sleep, the blackout blind is the best option for you. This also makes them perfect for nurseries and children’s rooms.
This incredibly popular blind option has been around for a while, but they’re still one of the most popular types of window coverings you can buy.
Not only do they block out light, but because they are thicker than a standard blackout blind, they also provide more insulation. Blackout blinds are also super versatile, almost any type of blind can be blacked out.
Blinds with a fit
We know how busy life can get, and the last thing you need is to be fiddling with screws and drills trying to fit your blinds. This is the exact reason for the rise in popularity of easy-to-install, perfect-fit blinds.
Available in several different styles, perfect fit blinds are one of the most versatile on the market. But what makes them unique is that they are quick and easy to install and cut directly into your uPVC window frame.
Without the use of tools or screws, perfect fit has become very popular among renters. No more arguments with landlords or losing deposits because of a few boreholes.
Eco-friendly roller blinds
With more people looking to minimize their environmental impact, eco-friendly blinds are becoming one of the most popular blinds for modern homes.
Whether you want to lower your energy consumption or make more sustainable choices, you have several options when buying roller blinds. Here you can buy roller blinds that are made from 100% recycled material and provide effective thermal retention.
With rising energy prices, people have been looking for more affordable ways to insulate their homes and cut down on heating costs. Thermal effect roller blinds can be part of the solution. They regulate the temperature and keep your home cool in summer and warm in winter, saving you money on your energy bills.
Thermal blinds are also an excellent choice for insulating your space, these thermal blinds offer both warmth and a homely, comfortable interior.
The latest interior design trends for 2022
The most popular blinds are directly influenced by new upcoming interior design trends for 2022. We’ve listed some of our favorites so far below:
Sustainable and organic materials
Interior design trends this year seem to be moving towards maximizing the use of sustainable, recyclable materials. There is a huge increase in the use of natural elements such as wood and glass in home interiors. Incorporate organic wood into your interior with our range of wooden blinds.
Eco-friendly design
Eco-friendly design is trending this year as more people are aware of the impact they have on the planet. There is a huge growth in the use of recycled materials and sustainably sourced wood.
Timeless style
Some trends are just a fad, but others stand the test of time. Sustainability can have an impact here too, as consumers are now more conscious about the products they buy. This means they buy furniture and décor that lasts. No more upgrading year after year when you choose a timeless interior.
Simplicity
Sleek textures and bright white and neutral colors are always a popular choice in interior design. Simple is best in 2022. Consumers want their interiors to look effortlessly perfect.
There’s no sign of this trend ever going out of fashion. If you’re looking for that composed, clean, simple look, our range of white wooden blinds is our first recommendation.
Earthy and brown tones
Again, consumers seem to like the look of natural and organic features throughout their interiors. Brown and earthy tones give your home a stylish, elegant feel. Think sage green, stone grey and warm browns. We love the look of earthy colors in kitchens.
