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Blinds Buying Guide
Here you will find lots of helpful tips an advice on buying blinds, as well as a number of measuring and fitting guides. These cover the technical aspects of each blind type, including roller, roman, vertical, venetian and wooden blinds. There is also care and maintenance advice - to help you resolve most issues.
Our expert guide on measuring a window for roller, roman, vertical and venetian blinds
In this guide we take a look at how you can measure your windows for roman, roller, venetian and vertical blinds. This help article covers both inside and outside recess window measurement advice.
In this guide we take a look at how you can measure your windows for roman, roller, venetian and vertical blinds. This...
How to measure for roller blinds
A simple step by step guide on how to measure for Roman blinds either on the inside or outside of the recess covering measuring techniques, allowances and useful information on how to order.
A simple step by step guide on how to measure for Roman blinds either on the inside or outside of the...
How to measure for roman blinds
A simple step by step guide on how to measure for Roman blinds either on the inside or outside of the recess covering measuring techniques, allowances and useful information on how to order.
A simple step by step guide on how to measure for Roman blinds either on the inside or outside of the...
How to measure for vertical blinds
A simple step by step guide on how to measure for Vertical Blinds either on the inside or outside of the recess covering measuring techniques, allowances and useful information on how to order.
A simple step by step guide on how to measure for Vertical Blinds either on the inside or outside of the...
How to measure for venetian blinds
A simple step by step guide on how to measure for Venetian Blinds either on the inside or outside of the recess covering measuring techniques, allowances and useful information on how to order.
A simple step by step guide on how to measure for Venetian Blinds either on the inside or outside of the...
What is the difference between each roman blind kit?
A detailed guide covering the difference between each of our roman blind kits and explaining which one would be best suited to your own window, and why.
A detailed guide covering the difference between each of our roman blind kits and explaining which one would be best suited to...
How do I cut roman blind kits down to size?
Here is our simple to follow seven step guide on how to trim all of our roman blind kits down to the correct width for your window.
Here is our simple to follow seven step guide on how to trim all of our roman blind kits down to...
How to measure for wooden blinds
A simple step by step guide on how to measure for Wooden Venetian Blinds either on the inside or outside of the recess covering measuring techniques, allowances and useful information on how to order.
A simple step by step guide on how to measure for Wooden Venetian Blinds either on the inside or outside of...
How deep are roman blinds when closed?
In this article we will cover some guidelines and depth considerations you should take into account before deciding whether a roman blind is appropriate for your home.
In this article we will cover some guidelines and depth considerations you should take into account before deciding whether a roman blind is...
Should I go for real wood or faux wood blinds? What's the difference?
A short guide covering the pros and cons of real wood versus faux wood blinds, providing additional useful information as how to care for each blind type.
A short guide covering the pros and cons of real wood versus faux wood blinds, providing additional useful information as how...
What blind should you choose? Considering your options
There are four main types of blinds to choose from for your residential and commercial spaces. You should carefully consider the differences, as well as the pros and cons of each, so that you can make a smart choice. Roman blinds are designed...
There are four main types of blinds to choose from for your residential and commercial spaces. You should carefully consider the...
Blind track depth for rollers, roman, verticals, venetians & kits
A detailed guide covering the depth of all our blinds and what window recess size each one requires in order to fit properly within a window frame.
A detailed guide covering the depth of all our blinds and what window recess size each one requires in order to...
How to use a cassette header rail system for a roman blind
A detailed guide on how to safely install and operate our cassette header rail system, covering all the tools required, what the kit includes and a breakdown of what each component is used for.
A detailed guide on how to safely install and operate our cassette header rail system, covering all the tools required, what...
How to make a simple lined roman blind – using rod pocket tape
A detailed 12 step guide on how to make a lined roman blind using our rod pocket tape, covering additional information such as what tools are required and a breakdown of techniques to assist you making the blind.
A detailed 12 step guide on how to make a lined roman blind using our rod pocket tape, covering additional information...
How to make a simple unlined roman blind – using rod pocket tape
A detailed 12 step guide on how to make an unlined roman blind using our rod pocket tape, covering additional information such as what tools are required and a breakdown of techniques to assist you in making this blind.
A detailed 12 step guide on how to make an unlined roman blind using our rod pocket tape, covering additional information...
How to correctly calculate the rod spacings on a stacked roman blind
A simple two step guide that covers how to calculate the number of folds needed for the length of your blind, with added advice from our experts.
A simple two step guide that covers how to calculate the number of folds needed for the length of your blind,...
How to join my fabric if my roman blind is wider than my fabric width?
Tips and advice on how to join fabric together to create a larger roman blind than the fabric width of your materials, allowing you to achieve a professional and expert finish.
Tips and advice on how to join fabric together to create a larger roman blind than the fabric width of your materials,...
How to shorten venetian blinds
Shortening Venetian Blinds is actually pretty simple and can be done yourself at home. By opting for made to measure blinds you’ll eliminate the need to make alterations however ready-made blinds usually offer a cheaper alternative.
Shortening Venetian Blinds is actually pretty simple and can be done yourself at home. By opting for made to measure blinds...
How to shorten vertical blinds
Our step by step guide on how best to shorten ready made or made to measure vertical blinds to ensure they fit properly within your window frame or french doorway.
Our step by step guide on how best to shorten ready made or made to measure vertical blinds to ensure they...
Fabric, venetian or wooden: which blind should you choose?
A quick guide explaining the differences between each of the blind types we offer and how the best way to install them to achieve a certain aesthetic and professional finish.
A quick guide explaining the differences between each of the blind types we offer and how the best way to install...
Curtains, blinds or both? Weighing up the benefits of each option
A short introduction on how to make use of either curtains, blinds or both based on practicality and covering how to combine both products to create a stylish look.
A short introduction on how to make use of either curtains, blinds or both based on practicality and covering how to...
How to fit vertical blinds
A quick four step guide on how to successfully install a vertical blind, covering the tools required and how to install the headrail and blind vanes.
A quick four step guide on how to successfully install a vertical blind, covering the tools required and how to install...
How to make a roller blind
Expert advice on how to make a roller blind out of your own choice of material, covering measuring techniques, equipment required and a step by step tutorial.
Expert advice on how to make a roller blind out of your own choice of material, covering measuring techniques, equipment required...
How to fit venetian blinds
A three step guide on how to successfully fit a venetian blind, covering the tools required, drilling holes and installing the blind.
A three step guide on how to successfully fit a venetian blind, covering the tools required, drilling holes and installing the...
