Blinds

Blind: FAQs

What type of window blinds are best?

The best type of blinds is completely personal choice – however there are generally some styles of blinds that are considered to be best for certain rooms or window designs. Roman blinds are an incredibly popular choice for bedrooms and living rooms – where venetian blinds or vertical blinds might be more sought after in the kitchen.

Different blind types offer different benefits in terms of style, use and design – and it really does come down to personal choice.

Can you install blinds yourself?

Yes, you can install blinds yourself. From measuring for the different types of blinds to installing them – we have a range of blinds buying guides which talk you through the process, step by step. Whilst it may seem like a daunting task, with the right advice installing your own blinds can be simple.

We also have advice on what to do if your blinds aren’t quite the right size, and how to clean them.

What type of blinds are best for bedrooms?

The best type of blinds for your bedroom can come down to entirely personal preference however some things you want to consider when buying blinds for a bedroom are – privacy, light control and design.

Obviously, you want to choose a design and colour palette that matches your bedroom theme but also it is important to consider light control as you don’t want to have your sleep disturbed by early summer morning sun nor do you want neighbours to be able to see in so privacy really is key.

Any type of blinds works well but we would suggest blackout blinds – in either roller blinds or roman blinds.

How do I choose the right blinds?

There are a few things you will want to consider when choosing blinds for your home. First of all you need to consider the actually window itself – you’ll need to get all the measurements and decide what kind of window dressing you are looking for. You will also want to consider the room in the house – as above, do you need good light control? How much privacy do you need?

As well as practical implications, you will need to look at the room as whole – which styles, patterns colours and designs will compliment the room? Once you have an idea of this you can begin to narrow down your search – filtering out colours and patterns you don’t want.