If you want to wash aluminium blinds, use a damp cloth or sponge and a mild detergent or cleaner. Use warm or cold water - never use hot water. Make sure that you tilt the slats. Protect the floor or sill from excess water. The blind can also be taken down, placed in a bath tub of mild soapy water, then rinsed clean, wiped dry, or allowed to dry completely in the open air.
Always make sure that you measure your windows with a steel tape. Never use a cloth tape. Measure sizes to the nearest eighth of an inch to ensure accuracy. Windows are not usually perfectly square...so don't worry - you probably won't notice!
When you measure the window opening for your blinds clearly indicate which measurement is the width and which is the height. It is easy mix these measurements up! Always measure the width first, then height.
Conservatory blinds are not just 'for show', as they will also play a vital part making your conservatory function properly and maximise its use all year round. The decision to install blinds is therefore an easy one when you take weather conditions into account. The decision which type and colour of blind is much harder!
Combining the softness of curtain fabric with the modern, contemporary feel of a blind, most Roman blinds come fully lined for maximum heat retention and light proofing. Whether you choose a classic print blind for a traditional setting or go for an up-to-the-minute minimalist look blind, a Roman blind could the just the finishing touch you''re looking for. Clean lines versus soft layers - it has to be Roman blinds.
Pleated blinds gently filter the light to bring a warm glow to your room. Two pleat widths are available, allowing you to create different feels for different rooms. For a traditional and classic look opt for the 25mm width. If you prefer a more contemporary style, the 20mm width is ideal.
Roller blinds are by far the simplest and quickest type of blind to fit yourself. All you require is a drill and a screwdriver to hand. The roller blind itself rests simply between two brackets that are screwed to the inside or outside of the recess in the window.
Wooden Venetian blinds, whilst minimalist and contemporary, also add warmth to any room.
Venetian blinds are the ideal solution for bathrooms where there can be moisture and humidity.
To make the most of your blind choose accessories to match the colour and fabric. For example, in your bedroom, try to co-ordinate the sheets on the bed and the vases on the bedside table.
Blinds on your conservatory windows and doors will also give you privacy if you are overlooked, and will also finish off the look to your new stylish living space. There are many different designs available to choose from including Venetian style, pleated, roman, and roller blinds.
Pleated blinds are arguably the best looking conservatory blind. They are available in a huge range of fabrics and colours and look modern.
Venetians offer a versatile and stylish way to filter or cut out light from your room. Choose from soft sheen, matt, gloss or metallic finishes, or bring a touch of nature into your home with a choice from our range of wooden Venetians.
The sheer choice available for your new blinds such as PVC, natural wood, faux wood, composite wood, and aluminum, means that you have never had such a wide variety of window blinds styles and materials to choose from.
Practical Roller blinds are perfect for adding simple style to your home. Easy to operate, they are the ultimate functional blind, which can be personalised using braids and poles, plus a choice of different shaped bottoms for a truly individual look.