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Cord Tilt or Wand Tilt for your Wood or Faux Wood Blind?

1/5/2015

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Here is something to consider.  When purchasing a wood blind or a faux wood blind, should you request a cord tilt or a wand tilt control system?  The cord tilt is easier and quicker to use and can snug up the blind without too much effort.  Also, the cord tilt almost always lasts longer.  The forces exerted on the wand mechanism and wand itself, because of the twisting action, tends to cause more problems and repair costs.

The one big upside to wands is that they can be coupled with a cordless lift system, and as such provide a safer cord free option.  Truthfully thought, almost no one purchases a cord free wood blind or faux wood blind - so you have lift cords anyway.  Because of this reality, the cord tilt is still our favorite. 

But, wands are useful if you are wanting your lift and tilt controls on the same side of the blind. Having both tilt cords and lift cords on the same side of the blind can be a tangled mess - so, maybe, go with a wand in that application - but know this - it is a bit less convenient to use on a daily basis - and is more likely to fail sooner.

Here is what we advise our customers - go with the standard configuration - Tilt Cord Left - Lift Cord Right.  Do this on all the windows for which you choose wood blinds or faux wood blinds, and expect years of hassle free beauty and function.

We would love to help you with your wood or faux wood blind project.  Also, check out our easy to use wood and faux wood blind cost calculator to help plan your project budget.


2 Comments
Amy Newmark
2/26/2021 07:27:17 pm

Could you tell me what the maximum tilt wand length might be for faux wood blinds? We have windows in a stairwell that are very tall, and start very high up. I am very petite and would need a wand that is at least 6' long or more. Is there such a thing, and would this be advisable?

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Charlie
2/27/2021 04:56:31 am

Hi Amy,

You can get wands or cord that are 6' or more long. The wands are a little harder to operate because they require a twisting action and as such don't close as easily. Cord tilts tend to last longer and are easier to operate but then you do have to be careful with the cords and also consider the look you desire.

Best of luck with your project.

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