Venetian blinds

Venetian blinds in Singapore are the most adjustable way to control light at a window. Horizontal slats tilt to angle daylight up towards the ceiling, away from a screen or out of a sleeping eye line, and the whole blind lifts clear when you want the view. They come in aluminium, PVC, faux wood and real timber, and the material you pick matters more here than with almost any other window treatment, because of the humidity.

Slat materials and how they cope with humidity

Aluminium

Thin, light and unaffected by moisture. Aluminium slats suit kitchens, bathrooms and service yards. Narrow 25mm slats look crisp on small windows and in a minimal room. The trade-off is that thin metal can dent or kink if handled roughly.

PVC and faux wood

Faux wood looks like painted or stained timber but tolerates damp rooms. A 2026 Singapore cost guide notes that aluminium and PVC venetians handle humidity and wet areas, while timber can warp in damp rooms. Faux wood is heavier than aluminium, so very wide blinds become hard to lift by cord.

Wooden venetian blinds

Real timber, often basswood, gives the warmest look and the best feel in the hand. Wooden venetian blinds belong in air-conditioned living rooms, studies and bedrooms. In a wet room, timber slats can warp, and a bathroom is no place for them. Choose wide 50mm slats for a calmer, more architectural rhythm.

Where venetian blinds work best

• Home offices and studies. Tilt the slats to stop glare on a monitor while keeping daylight in the room.
• Kitchens. Aluminium or PVC slats wipe clean and sit clear of the worktop.
• Bathrooms. Privacy with ventilation. Use aluminium or PVC only.
• Bedrooms. They darken well but leak light at the slat holes and edges. If total darkness matters, combine them with a curtain or read our guide to blackout curtains.

Specification details worth deciding

• Slat width. 25mm for small windows and a fine look, 35mm as a middle option, 50mm for large windows and timber.
• Ladder tape or cord. Cloth tapes in place of thin cords hide the route holes and add a tailored finish to timber blinds.
• Control. Cord and wand is standard. Wide or heavy blinds benefit from motorisation, which also removes loose cords in homes with young children.
• Mounting. Inside the recess for a flush look; outside it to cover more of the frame and cut light leaks.
• Stack height. A raised venetian still stacks at the top of the window. Timber stacks deeper than aluminium, so check the head clearance above the glass.

Venetian blinds prices in Singapore

An indicative installed figure from a recent local cost guide:

Type	Indicative range (SGD)	Source
Venetian blind, aluminium, PVC or wood	Around S$300 per window	The Money Bees, 2026

Real timber, wide slats, cloth tapes and motors push a blind above this figure. Many suppliers also bill a minimum area per blind, so a small window can cost more per square foot. Prices vary with size, specification and site conditions, and they are not a Keneki quote.

Care and maintenance

Dust with a microfibre cloth or a soft brush attachment, with slats closed one way and then the other. Wipe aluminium and PVC with a damp cloth and mild soap. Wipe timber with a barely damp cloth and dry it straight away, because standing water marks the finish. In kitchens, clean more often, before grease bonds with dust.

How Keneki handles venetian blinds

We specify slat material, width and colour against the room’s other finishes, so the blind reads as part of the joinery rather than an afterthought. Our partner workroom measures each opening and makes the blinds to size, and our partner installers fit them. For a broader comparison of window options, see our curtains and blinds guide. When you are ready, arrange a consultation.

Frequently asked questions

Are wooden venetian blinds suitable for Singapore?

Yes, in air-conditioned living rooms, studies and bedrooms. Avoid them in bathrooms, kitchens and rooms with open windows and poor airflow, where faux wood or aluminium is the safer choice.

Do venetian blinds block light completely?

No. Light passes through the cord holes and around the edges even when the slats are closed. Pair them with a curtain if you need full darkness.

Faux wood or real wood?

Real wood is lighter for its size and has a richer grain. Faux wood costs less, resists moisture and is easier to wipe. Many homes use real wood in living areas and faux wood in wet rooms.

Can venetian blinds be motorised?

Yes. A motor can lift the blind and tilt the slats. It suits wide or high windows, and it helps where loose cords are a safety concern.