Window Coverings for Rental Properties: What Landlords Should Know

Fitting out a rental property means balancing cost, durability, and tenant appeal. The window treatments you choose need to survive multiple tenancies, require minimal maintenance, and still make the property presentable for tenant inspections and listing photos.

Roller blinds are the standard choice for rentals. They are the cheapest per window, they clean easily, and they suit every room. Blockout rollers in bedrooms, sunscreen rollers in living areas, and moisture resistant rollers in bathrooms. If a tenant damages one, replacing the fabric is cheaper than replacing an entire curtain or shutter.

Vertical blinds are another cost effective option for large windows and sliding doors. They cover wide openings at a low price point and the slats can be replaced individually if one breaks.

What about curtains and shutters? Plantation shutters add presentation value that can justify a higher rent, but the upfront cost is higher. Curtains in a rental are risky because they stain, they absorb odours from cooking, and they require more maintenance between tenancies.

For property investors managing multiple rentals, the most cost effective approach is roller blinds throughout. If you want to charge premium rent and attract quality tenants, add plantation shutters to the front rooms and keep rollers in the wet areas and secondary bedrooms.

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