How to Use Zebra Blinds

With their bold black and white stripes, few window treatments make a style statement quite like zebra blinds. But their high-contrast pattern not only provides decoration-zebra blinds offer practical functionality as well. Using them properly helps optimize both their visual impact and light-filtering abilities.

Raising and Lowering Zebra Blinds

The most basic zebra blind operation raises and lowers them along the window. There are several methods to do this smoothly:

Cord lift - Pull the beaded cord down gently and evenly on both sides to raise or lower blinds

Wand tilt - Twist wand to roll up blind; reverse direction to lower

Motorized - Use remote or app to automatically adjust blind height

Always raise/lower zebra blinds slowly and evenly to maintain proper alignment.

Adjusting Zebra Blind Slats

Zebra blinds also allow you to control light by adjusting individual slats to direct sunlight as desired. Options include:

Wand tilt - Twist wand left/right to make slats more horizontal or vertical

Cord tilt - Pull on side cords to angle slats; release tension to straighten

Motorized - Configure slat angles remotely through app or remote

Adjust zebra slats gradually while checking alignment. Close completely at night for privacy.

Operating Hints for Zebra Blinds

To use zebra blinds optimally:

Avoid forcing cords/wands past natural stop points as this can damage blinds

Periodically dust zebra slats using a soft brush or vacuum upholstery attachment

Repair any loose or damaged components like lift cords, wands, or hardware

Proper zebra blind use maintains their great look while controlling light beautifully. Follow these tips and those striking stripes will function as fabulously as they look!