Another type of blind besides just blackout blinds is matchstick blinds. The great thing about matchstick blinds is that they have a very homely look to them. Will they block out the sun and the heat that you are looking for? They may not do as good of a job as blackout shades or blinds, but they make up for it in naturalness.

If you are looking at getting some of these blinds for you home, you might consider the fact that they blend very well with Oriental decor. Most people order them because they want to go with a modern look but also have bamboo in their home.

The downside of matchstick blinds is that they are very delicate, and can get destroyed a lot easier than blackout blinds and shades. But if you are going for that certain look, then you may just want to go with these type of blinds.

Also keep in mind that since these are closely related to Roman style blinds, they are going to be costly as well. So be prepared when you get a big quote for your whole home should you go with that route.