Blinds for Windows
Blinds for windows are extremely popular, fashionable and functional. They help you control the level of light, privacy and even the room’s temperature, not to mention their decorative properties. Whether you are looking to add a new finish to a room in your house or office, or give the home decorating a refresh, blinds are a simple but stylish solution. Blinds provide you with choices on light control for each room in your house and make your house more comfortable, energy efficient and cost effective.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Blinds?
Blinds are one of the most popular window dressing options. Their simple design, style and functionality are making them ideal for homes and offices. Blinds give you privacy and light control and at the same time they can become a decorative detail in your room.
What are the benefits of installing Blinds?
Blinds:
provide a great level of privacy;
light control helps you to decorate your home in a very unique and personal way;
simple and functional design;
can be made from different materials and you can choose those which best suits your interior;
stylish, simple and budget friendly.
Why Choose Blinds?
Space-saving: Blinds are sleek, streamlined and compact.
Light control: Perfect for managing daylight and glare.
Privacy: Filter light to keep prying eyes out.
Variety of styles: Hundreds of patterns, materials and colours.
Easy maintenance: Just wipe or dust and they look good as new.
Blinds Types
1. Roller Blinds
Roller blinds are a single fabric panel that rolls up into neat stack. Made from a wide variety of materials, roller blinds suit all décor styles. They look particularly good in kitchens, bathrooms and contemporary homes.
2. Vertical Blinds
Vertical blinds are made from vertical slats. The blinds are hinged so you can tilt them to direct light where you want it – just slide the blinds sideways to let the light in. Perfect for large windows, sliding doors and offices.
3. Venetian Blinds
Venetian blinds are timeless and classic – a range of horizontal slats, either wood, faux wood or aluminium, which can be tilted and adjusted for light and privacy. Available in a huge variety of styles, Venetian blinds are ideal for living rooms and offices where you need accurate light control.
4. Roman Blinds
Roman blinds are fabric blinds that when raised fold up to form a series of soft pleats. Available in a range of materials and fabrics, Roman blinds bring luxury, style and warmth to bedrooms and lounges.
5. Day & Night Blinds (Zebra Blinds)
Day & Night blinds feature a series of sheer and opaque panels combined together. Twist a pull cord and the blinds move to give you either complete privacy or soft filtered light.
6. Perfect Fit Blinds
Perfect Fit blinds clip onto UPVC window frames without drilling. Ideal for conservatories and new-build modern homes.
7. Blackout Blinds
Specialist blackout fabric reduces sunlight and glare. Ideal for bedrooms, nurseries and home cinemas/media rooms.
8. Wooden & Faux Wood Blinds
Wooden and Faux Wood blinds offer a stylish, timeless look that adds natural texture to your home. Ideal for bedrooms, kitchens, living rooms and studies. Moisture resistant faux wood blinds are perfect for bathrooms.
Ready-Made Blinds or Made-to-Measure Blinds
Ready-Made Blinds:
Ready-Made Blinds are the cheapest and quickest way to buy blinds and are the most cost-effective, but may not fit your window dimensions perfectly
Made-to-Measure Blinds:
Made-to-Measure Blinds are designed, cut and made to your exact measurements for a bespoke fit and perfect finish. Your choice of colours, fabrics and finishes allow you to personalise your blinds to suit your style and interior perfectly.
Ready-Made blinds have set sizes and standard dimensions in rolls, whereas made-to-measure blinds are customised to specific measurements. Ready-Made blinds can also only be had in the standard style available, while made-to-measure blinds allow you to choose your style.
Made-to-measure blinds are the ideal solution for non-standard windows that are too big, too small or not rectangular in shape.
Ideally, made-to-measure blinds are recommended for London home, apartments or offices with special size or shaped windows.
Best Blinds for Every Room in the House
Living Room – Roman or Venetian Blinds
Bedroom – Blackout roller blinds or blackout Roman blinds
Kitchen – Roller or Venetian blinds in moisture-resistant fabric
Bathroom – Waterproof faux wood blinds or PVC blinds
Office – Vertical Blinds or Venetian Blinds
Conservatory – Perfect Fit blinds or day & night blinds
Helpful tips
For windows with different sizes blinds in same room should be purchased in the size that fits the biggest window. For smaller windows, some light may enter. The most important thing is to avoid having several sets of blinds with different length on the windows in the same room.
Benefits of Installing Blinds
Improves energy efficiency
Enhances privacy without reducing natural light
Adds a stylish design feature to your décor
Extremely customisable in colours, fabrics and finishes
Factors To Consider Before Buying Blinds
A wide range of materials, styles, options and sizes
Professional Measuring, Design and Fitting Services
Competitive Pricing and clear quotations
Positive Customer Reviews and Proven Reputation
Available Aftercare Services and Guarantees
Summary
In conclusion, Blinds are more than just functional window dressings, they are a style statement in themselves. With so many choices on light control, you can use blinds to completely transform the look and feel of each room in your home. From the clean, modern lines of roller blinds, to the opulence and texture of Roman blinds, to the professional look and feel of vertical blinds, there is a blind to suit every room in your home and every budget.
For a perfect fit and a finish to be proud of, we recommend made-to-measure blinds and professional blinds installation. The right blinds will not only add comfort and style to your home but with the correct choice they will also improve energy efficiency and privacy for years to come.
