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.
Take great care when you clean real wood blinds. Washing the blind isn't recommended as they could get ruined. Remember that, although the wood is sealed, water or even excessive dampness may cause warpage or discoloration of the slats.
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.
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!
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.
Roman blinds are the perfect solution for adding a touch of texture to your dining room. The right blinds can really contrast with finish of a glass tabletop and matching chairs, for example.
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?