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Roller, double roller, venetian, vertical and panel glide blinds: how they work, which fabric to choose and how to keep them working.
BlindsRoller blinds: the complete buyer's guideFabric, colour, controls, fit, roll direction and special formats: every decision in ordering a made-to-measure roller blind, in the order you make it.
BlindsHow to reduce light gaps around roller blindsLight gaps come from fit, not just fabric. Compare face fit, under-roll, side channels, linked blinds and layering to get the darkest room a roller blind allows.
BlindsDouble roller blinds: day and night in one windowA double roller puts a daylight layer and a blockout layer on one set of brackets. Here is how the pairings, depth, controls and fascias work.
BlindsChain, cordless or motorised: choosing roller blind controlsChain, cordless or motorised? How each roller blind control works, what limits apply and which suits a bedroom, nursery, home theatre or wide window.
BlindsMotorised blinds explained: battery, hardwired and C-BusBattery, hardwired or C-Bus? A plain guide to how motorised blinds are powered, how remotes and hubs work, and what to check before you order.
BlindsLinked roller blinds: covering wide windows neatlyTwo or three roller blinds on shared brackets cover wide windows with a much smaller join gap than butted blinds. Here is how layouts, mullions and fabrics fit together.
BlindsWooden blinds: timber, fauxwood or aluminium venetiansReal timber, fauxwood or aluminium? Compare slat sizes, wet-room suitability and care so you can choose the right venetian blind for each room.
BlindsAre vertical blinds outdated? A guide to modern vertical blindsVertical blinds are not outdated, but dated fabric and colour made them look that way. Here is how vane width, stacking and fabric decide the result.
BlindsPanel glide blinds explained: panels, tracks and stackingBroad fabric panels on a track suit sliding doors and big windows. Here is how panel width, centre opening and stack space work, and which fabric to pick.
BlindsWhat is a pelmet? Fascias, box and bonded pelmets explainedA pelmet hides the hardware above a window. Here is how a roller blind fascia, a box pelmet and a bonded pelmet differ from each other and from a cassette.
BlindsHow to choose the right colour for your blindsStart with the walls, trim and floor, then test samples in your own light. Here is how to choose roller blind colours, from white and grey to charcoal.
BlindsTypes of blinds explained: a complete buyer's guideThe main types of blinds are roller, double roller, vertical, panel glide and venetian. Here is how each works, what suits which room, and how to choose.
BlindsThe best window coverings for privacy, day and nightMost window coverings give privacy by day, but only some do at night with the lights on. Here is what each option really hides, and how to fit it.
BlindsHow to keep your home cooler in summer with blinds and curtainsKeep the sun off the glass and your rooms stay cooler. Here is which blinds, curtains and shutters work best, how to fit them and when to close them.
BlindsHow to stop sun fading floors and furnitureNo blind stops fading completely, but the right covering, fitted well and closed at the right time, keeps strong sun off floors, rugs and furniture.
BlindsBlind cord safety: chains, cords and cordless optionsHanging chains and cords are a hazard for young children. Here is how to remove them, fit the safety device properly and arrange a room around a window.
BlindsRoller blind parts: chains, brackets and replacementKnow your roller blind parts: tube, brackets, clutch, chain, base rail and more. Learn what each does and when to replace the chain or the whole blind.
BlindsVertical blind parts and repairs: slats, carriers and chainsName the headrail, carriers, vanes and chain, find out why a vane will not turn or has fallen off, and decide whether to repair or replace.
BlindsVenetian blind repairs: cords, tilt and common faultsA blind that will not stay up, tilt or stay quiet usually has a cord, lock or bracket fault. Here is how to find it and when to replace.
BlindsCutting blinds to size yourself: why it's rarely worth itYou can cut a roller blind down, but it takes a saw, a knife and a steady hand, and it is easy to ruin the blind. Here is what is involved.
BlindsCan you motorise existing blinds? Retrofit vs factory-fittedSome existing roller blinds can be motorised after the fact. Here is how retrofit works, where it falls short, and how a factory-fitted motor from us differs.
BlindsModern blinds: styles and colours that look currentWhat makes blinds look modern: concealed hardware, matte fabric, restrained colour and a tidy fit, with ideas for rollers, venetians, sliding doors and black blinds.Ready when you are
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