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Practical advice on choosing blinds
Plain-English guides to windows, light, privacy and getting the right blind in the right room.
Plantation shutters explained: louvres, frames and stylesWhat people mean by plantation shutters, how louvre size, frames and layouts differ, and what to think about before o...
Choosing a local blind company: what to ask before you bookQuestions worth asking any local blind company before you book a measure or pay a deposit.
What affects the price of made-to-measure blinds?The factors that move the price of made-to-measure blinds, and how to compare quotations fairly.
Shutters or blinds: how to decide for your windowsA plain comparison of shutters and blinds: look, light control, cost, upkeep and which windows suit which.
Wired or wireless blind motors: retrofit or new buildYou can often add motorised blinds without rewiring, but building work is the moment to plan cables. Compare battery,...
Fitting blinds in uPVC without drillingThere are several ways to hang a blind on uPVC without screws. Here is how frame-fitted, clip-on and adhesive options...
Easy-clean and wipeable fabrics for kitchensKitchens mean splashes, steam and grease. See which blind fabrics and materials cope, and how often to clean them.
What blinds do not go mouldy?No blind is mould-proof, but some materials cope with damp better than others. Compare options and learn the habits t...
Blinds for gable-end and triangular windowsShaped, apex and triangular windows can usually be dressed, but the blind type matters. See how they are measured and...
Blinds for flat roof windows and skylight lanternsPole, motor or tensioned blinds: what works on flat rooflights and lanterns, and why measuring on site matters for gl...
Smart blinds: setting up Alexa, Google and Apple HomeVoice control needs a motor, a bridge and a compatible assistant. See what compatibility really means and how a typic...
How to clean pleated and cellular blindsPleated and cellular blinds like a gentle touch. Learn safe dusting and spot-cleaning methods and what to avoid.
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