The sheer beauty of roman shades and wood blinds makes them the envy of many Americans. Roman shades stack so perfectly up top while the bottom stays flat for an eye-appealing look. They add elegance and style to any room in which they are hung.

Wood blinds are lightweight and fresh. They bring the beauty of nature indoors. No matter where you hang them, you will find they bring calm and serenity into a room.

Despite the popularity, there are some very common myths and misunderstandings about window treatments.

Myth and Misunderstanding #1 – If you have kids, you can’t have roman shades

This is one of the biggest myths and misunderstandings out there. It generated from several large-scale recalls on blinds. The latest one was directly aimed at roman shades and your children.

Unfortunately, kids have been injured and some even killed by unsafe roman shades. The cord, which raises and lowers the shade, was accessible to children. Some children got their head stuck in the cord and accidental injuries and deaths occurred.

However, this does not mean you cannot have roman shades around children. Some shades have a liner that prevents children access to this cord, which makes those shades safe.

Still, the safest option for anyone with children is choosing cordless window treatments. This goes for all blinds and not just roman shades. The Window Covering Safety Council highly recommends only cordless blinds in homes with young children.

Myth and Misunderstanding #2 – Real Wood Blinds Crack and Warp

Like most misunderstandings, this has a grain of truth. Real wood blinds will crack and warp if they are exposed to water or humidity on a regular basis.

However, a good customer support representative will tell you that real wood is not meant for bathrooms, laundry rooms and kitchens for that very reason. In places with high humidity and water, you are much better off buying faux wood blinds.

Myth and Misunderstanding #3 – For the Federal Tax Credit You Need Ugly Blinds

There are some pretty funky blinds out there that qualify for the federal tax credit. However, some places have gorgeous blinds that meet the standards.

Look into the ComforTrack series and you will find a wide variety of blinds in many colors that meet the needs of any family. If the Federal Tax Credit wasn’t good enough, the double cell shades mean you lower your energy bills as well. It is really a win-win situation.

These are just a few of the many misunderstanding about buying blinds and shades. If you want the truth then consult an expert. They can tell you everything you need to know before you buy.