Blinds Facade – Beautiful or Practical?

• Blinds Facade Construction
• Blinds Facades from Mehbud Factory

1. Product Range
2. Materials for Manufacturing
3. Color Palette

• Where are Blinds Facades Used?
• Blinds Facade: Advantages
• FAQ

Today, ventilated suspended facades are installed on a wide range of buildings. The variety of facade designs is also increasing—from traditional facade panels to modern linear facades and blinds facades.

Blinds Facade Construction

Unlike solid suspended facades, the blinds facade is a more complex structure:

• As in the classic design, the base of the facade consists of metal guides that are fixed to the main enclosing structure.
• The facade itself is formed from individual slats, which are mounted on the guides either vertically or horizontally.
• The classic design of a blinds facade typically involves fixing individual slats at an angle. However, flat slats with direct mounting can also be used—resulting in a gridded structure with similar characteristics.

Blinds facades are usually made of metal—galvanized steel or aluminum. In rare cases, facade elements are made of wood, but such a structure requires protective treatment and is not as durable.

Blinds Facades from Mehbud Factory

Mehbud Factory has been producing blinds facades for quite some time. Since these structures were added to the company’s range, the demand for them has remained consistently high. The main reasons for this are strict quality control and a wide range of panels.

These facades not only serve an aesthetic purpose but also protect the building from the negative effects of the environment and provide good ventilation for the premises. Mehbud offers various options for blinds facades that can be tailored to suit any building design and meet specific requirements.

Product Lineup

In the Mehbud factory catalog, “Blinds” facades are available with both vertical and horizontal placement of slats. The core range consists of classic slats that vary in size, configuration, and the material used for production:

• Standard
• Exclusive
• Premium
• Mini

These are classic slats designed for diagonal placement using concealed fasteners. By adjusting the spacing between the slats, you can control the transparency, shading efficiency, and airflow of the facade.

In addition to classic slats, Mehbud also uses other types of slats for the production of “Blinds” facades:

• Rancho
• Cube
• Rep

These can be installed either vertically or horizontally. The result is a grille-like structure that effectively shades the facade while allowing natural airflow and maintaining natural daylight.

Materials Used for Production

The thickness of the metal used for shaping the slats can reach 2, and sometimes 3 mm. The use of thick metal—whether galvanized steel or aluminum—allows the production of larger slats that are still resistant to deformation under their own weight. Additionally, the slats’ carefully designed configuration, with precisely calculated reinforcing ribs, helps support weight loads and prevents shape changes, even when the slat length approaches 3 meters.

The cost of a high-quality metal “Blinds” facade can be quite high, particularly for custom, exclusive designs. However, purchasing such products is an investment in both the reliability and aesthetics of the building, and it is a long-term investment.

Color Range

It is also important to consider the design of “Blinds” facades and other facade constructions from Mehbud. The factory catalog offers several basic colors for painting the slats of the facade—there is a wide selection, making it easy to find the perfect shade.

Additionally, there is the option to paint slats, profiles, and auxiliary elements in any shade from the RAL catalog. This allows for the creation of unique, exclusive facades for buildings with non-standard designs.

Where Are “Blinds” Facades Used?

There is also a specialized installation scheme for “Blinds” facades. In this case, the facade structures are mounted over the wall vents of a ventilation system. The blinds serve as a grille, dispersing airflows and preventing debris from entering the ventilation. At the same time, the air permeability remains high—it does not change whether the slats are installed horizontally or vertically.

The installation of a “Blinds” facade can be done in one of three ways:

1. Covering a large opening while maintaining ventilation and partial natural lighting.
2. Installing the structure over a solid base to mask wall imperfections.
3. Installing the “Blinds” facade over glazed surfaces for additional protection against the sun and mechanical impacts.

There are many types of buildings where “Blinds” facades can be installed. Most commonly, these structures are used in the cladding of:

• Multi-story residential buildings.
• Private housing—houses, cottages, townhouses.
• Commercial properties.
• Shopping malls, office centers, and other buildings with large facade areas.
• Public and government buildings.

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The advantages of “Blinds” facades:

1. Structural Strength: This depends on the chosen configuration of the slats and the thickness of the metal. When following the designers’ recommendations, the slats are strong enough to withstand loads, do not sag under their own weight, and provide reliable protection to the facade (including glazed surfaces).
2. Durability: The use of extruded aluminum and galvanized steel with a polymer coating by the Mehbud factory helps prevent oxidation of the metal base of the facade. Even in harsh climates (e.g., coastal regions of Ukraine), the facade does not rust for decades, maintaining an attractive appearance and high strength throughout its service life.
3. Aesthetics: The extensive range of models and rich color palette allow for a “Blinds” facade to be selected to match almost any architectural design. The arrangement of individual slats—whether vertical or horizontal—looks very aesthetic and seamlessly blends into the building’s facade.
4. Air and Light Permeability: The gaps between the slats provide the facade with high air and light permeability. This makes the “Blinds” facade ideal for areas where ventilation or natural lighting is required.

Additionally, it’s important to remember that installing any type of cladding—ventilated, like “Blinds”—improves the building’s thermal insulation properties. Yes, the insulation efficiency will be lower than when using thermal insulations, but some heat will be retained thanks to the air gap between the main wall and the facade structure.

On the other hand, the facade provides partial shading of the wall. When painted in lighter shades, “Blinds” help reduce overheating in the warm season and lower air conditioning costs.

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