Track
The track is the horizontal rail mounted at the top of the window opening, which houses the mechanisms that allow the vertical blind blades (or slats) to slide and rotate.
Vertical Blind Blades
he vertical blind blades, also known as slats or vanes, are the long, vertical pieces that hang down from the track and can be tilted or drawn to the side. Blades come in various widths, commonly ranging from 89mm to 127mm.
Tilt/Stack Control Rod
The tilt/stack control rod is used to operate the blinds. It can either be a chain or a wand and serves two main functions:
- Tilting: Allows you to rotate the vertical blind blades to control light and privacy. This is often done by twisting a wand or pulling a chain.
- Stacking: Enables you to slide the blades along the track to open or close the blinds, stacking them to one side or splitting them in the center.
Bottom Weight
Bottom weights are attached to the lower end of each vertical blind blade. They serve several purposes:
- Weighting Down: They help to keep the blades hanging straight and prevent them from swaying.
- Uniform Appearance: Ensures that all the blades hang evenly and align properly.
- Stability: Some bottom weights are connected by a chain that runs along the bottom, adding stability and reducing movement.