Picking the right made to measure Blinds

Blinds

ten reasons to have blinds made to measure

1. They will fit perfectly
2. You'll save money
3. They'll be the right colour
4. You can get a huge range of styles and colours
5. They can be specifically designed for your windows
6. They're easier to fit
7. It saves you time having to cut blinds to fit
8. They'll look professional
9. They're delivered to your home
10. They cost less than you'd think - so you get great value by shopping online
    
    
    

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Why blinds are better than curtains and nets

Nets are seen as somewhat old fashioned by people, they discolour easily and need regular cleaning whereas blinds need a quick dust every so often.

Blinds allow you to fully vary the amount of light and privacy you have in a room which is a great convenience over net curtains which you can't increase the privacy of.

At night too blinds offer you a more private aspect when nets require additional covering in order to create a private space.

Measuring for blinds

Measuring inside a window recess:
First ensure that the recess your blind is going into is not obstructed in any way, so the blind can hang freely when fully extended.
Make sure the recess is at least 75mm (3 inches) deep, otherwise it will not be able to accommodate the operating mechanism.
Measure the total width from A to B and the length from C to D (see diagram 1). Do this in several places to allow for any slight variation or irregularity in your windows.
Make a note of the narrowest of these measurements, to the nearest millimetre using a metal tape measure.
Measuring outside a window recess:
Decide how far you want the fabric to overlap on all sides – we recommend this should be at least 45mm (13/4 inches) on all sides. In the case of Austrian blinds, we recommend this is at least 80mm (31/4 inches).
Carefully measure the width from E to F (see diagram 2), adding a further 38mm (11/2 inches) to take account of the operating mechanism. Measure from G to H to the length you require.
Make a note of these measurements to the nearest millimetre using a metal tape measure.

Nets and voiles are used to create privicy and to add style throughout your home, these can be easily fitted to your window using net wire, extending net rods and more decorative, cafe rods. Voiles are ready made panels of approx 59" wide unless stated, and come in three standard drops, nets are available by the metre so you can get the amount needed for your window and available in a range of lengths.

Curtains Advice

Designers of this year will adopt a liking to creams and browns; eyelet curtains are very popular as they are easy to hang and look great with minimum effort for a great look, eyelet curtains give a great finished look to any room, plain or semi plain textured curtains will be in demand as they give a room character and style, using faux leather, faux suedes and corduroy will all add texture to a room and adding accessories such as mirrors and cushions will all add to the overall effect and bring your room to life.