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  <h2 style="color: #18cb96; border-bottom: 2px solid #18cb96; padding-bottom: 10px;">How Long Do Blinds Last?</h2>
  
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    Longevity depends on material quality, sun exposure, humidity and use. As a guideline:
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        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;"><strong>Aluminium Venetian</strong></td>
        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;">10–15 years</td>
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        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;"><strong>Wood / Basswood</strong></td>
        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;">8–12 years</td>
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        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;"><strong>Faux Wood / PVC</strong></td>
        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;">10–15+ years <span style="color: #666; font-style: italic;">(excellent in humid areas)</span></td>
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        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;"><strong>Roller Blinds (Fabric)</strong></td>
        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;">7–10 years</td>
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        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;"><strong>Roman Blinds</strong></td>
        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;">6–10 years</td>
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        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;"><strong>Vertical Blinds</strong></td>
        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;">8–12 years</td>
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        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;"><strong>Bamboo Blinds</strong></td>
        <td style="padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;">6–10 years</td>
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      <strong style="color: #18cb96;">💡 Tip:</strong> Choosing quality materials and correct cleaning methods significantly extends lifespan.
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Blind Type	Expected Lifespan
Aluminium Venetian	10–15 years
Wood / Basswood	8–12 years
Faux Wood / PVC	10–15+ years (excellent in humid areas)
Roller Blinds (Fabric)	7–10 years
Roman Blinds	6–10 years
Vertical Blinds	8–12 years
Bamboo Blinds	6–10 years