Types of Faux Wood Blinds We Install in Ottawa
Faux wood blinds use engineered composite PVC slats shaped and textured to look like painted or stained wood. They behave like real wood blinds, with a tilt wand and lift, but they do not care about steam.
2-Inch Faux Wood Blinds
The standard faux wood slat. It fits most windows, looks proportionate in kitchens and bedrooms, and keeps the blind lighter than a 2.5-inch version.
Cordless Faux Wood Blinds
Faux wood is heavy, so a good cordless lift matters. It lets you raise the blind from the bottom rail with one hand and removes the cords.
Waterproof Bathroom-Grade Faux Wood
A bathroom-grade composite with a high moisture resistance rating for shower windows and ensuites. It will not swell, peel or grow mildew in the slats.
5 Reasons Faux Wood Is the Default Pick for Ottawa Kitchens and Baths
- Steam does not warp it. Real wood swells beside a shower. Faux wood holds its shape for years.
- It wipes clean. Grease near the stove and toothpaste near the sink come off with soap and water.
- It matches the rest of the house. Same white or stain as your real wood or shutters elsewhere.
- It costs less. $220-$700 per window vs $350-$1,200 for real wood.
- It survives kids. Composite slats bend back where thin aluminum would crease.
What Stops Ottawa Homeowners From Buying Faux Wood Blinds?
Price shock. Most people are pleasantly surprised. In our opinion, the Kitchen + Bath Package at $800-$2,800 is the best value we offer, because it covers the hardest rooms in one visit.
Custom vs stock. Stock faux wood is cut down in the store and often leaves a gap on one side. Our blinds are made to measured size, with valance returns that wrap the frame.
Is motorization worth it? Rarely. Faux wood is heavy and motors for it get expensive. Consider motorized rollers or cellular instead.
Delivery timeline. About 3 weeks, 2 weeks with rush delivery.
How Much Do Faux Wood Blinds Cost in Ottawa?
| Faux wood option | Typical installed price |
|---|---|
| 2-inch slat, standard window | $220-$400 |
| Bathroom-grade, shower window | $260-$450 |
| Large living room window | $450-$700 |
| Kitchen + Bath Faux Wood Package | $800-$2,800 |
All prices CAD, itemised on the quote. Compare every blind on our Ottawa pricing page.
Faux Wood Blinds for Bathrooms and Kitchens
Wet rooms are where faux wood earns its place. In a bathroom, the blind beside the shower sees steam daily and condensation every winter morning. Real wood swells and the finish lifts within a few years. Faux wood does not react to moisture, and bathroom-grade slats are made for exactly that window. In a kitchen, the window over the sink takes splashes and the one near the stove takes grease. Faux wood wipes clean with soap and water. Choose routless slats in bathrooms for better privacy when closed. If you want the same look elsewhere in the house, pair it with real wood blinds in the living spaces.
2-Inch vs 2.5-Inch Slat Blinds
Slat width changes the look and the fit. 2-inch slats are the standard. They suit most Ottawa windows, fit shallower recesses and keep the blind lighter. 2.5-inch slats mean fewer slats on the window, a bigger view when tilted open and a more substantial, shutter-like look. They need a deeper recess to tilt fully inside the frame and add weight, which matters with faux wood. Our rule of thumb: windows under about 4 feet tall look best in 2-inch, tall windows and large rooms in 2.5-inch. We bring both to the house so you can see the difference in your own room.
