Blinds and awning have been around for centuries but their function remains the same; to reduce the heat and light from the sun. The Ancient Egyptians are known to have used blinds made of reeds for that purpose but here, they also help to keep the heat in. The range and types of blinds and awnings now available is almost endless, both for the home or office. You can buy ready made blinds or made to measure blinds in a variety of colours, manufactured using many different materials. Venetian blinds are usually metal, wood or plastic whereas vertical blinds tend more often to be fabric. Clearly as they can be opened, you can control the amount of light that comes into a room whereas roller blinds are primarily designed to keep light out.
For the best advice as to what style, type and material used is best for you room, consult a blinds and awning specialist as what may be good for a conservatory may not be ideal for a kitchen or bathroom.