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In many respects curtains are a thing of the past as well - no more guessing what colour covering to use...or whether to have to give them a treatment against staining...so welcome to the world of the blinds.

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.

Recess: This is the measurement to use if you want the blind to fit inside a window recess. If you specify a recess measurement, most blinds companies will automatically make a tiny adjustment to ensure that your blind fits perfectly.

Bay windows take up a great deal of space and so they make an ideal focal point. Why not get roller blinds that co-ordinate not only with the colour on the walls but also with one or two carefully chosen accessories to give it that contemporary look?

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!

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.

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.

Velux roller blinds are practical and cost effective. There are many designs to choose from, and they are especially suited to day rooms, lofts, and home offices.

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.

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.

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.