Advice
Practical advice on choosing blinds
Plain-English guides to windows, light, privacy and getting the right blind in the right room.
Landlord checklist: blinds at tenancy changeoverA practical checklist for landlords at changeover: what to note, what counts as wear, which safety checks matter and ...
Cordless blinds for nurseries and children's roomsWhich blind suits a baby's room? We compare cordless, motorised and fixed-chain options and the habits that matter most.
Blackout, thermal and flame-retardant: can one fabric do all three?Some fabrics combine blackout, thermal and flame-retardant properties. Here is what they can and cannot do, and the t...
Blind cord safety standards in the UK explainedBS EN 13120 is the UK standard for internal blind safety. See what it covers in plain terms, what to look for at home...
Blinds for kitchens: heat, steam and greaseSteam, heat and grease are tough on blinds. Here is how faux wood, aluminium, roller fabrics and others compare above...
Automating blinds with scenes and timersTimers and scenes can make motorised blinds work around your day. Here are practical ideas for waking, heat and priva...
Cord safety devices: what they are and how to fit themLearn what cord safety devices do, how they are fitted, and when it makes more sense to replace a blind than to adapt...
Day and night blinds: who they suit and who they do notDay and night blinds offer privacy with light, but they suit some rooms better than others. Here is a friendly look a...
What 'made to measure' actually meansMade to measure means built to your window's size. See what is measured and what to ask when you compare options.
Sun glare, fading and your blindsGlare and fading are different problems. See how window direction, fabric choice and everyday habits affect each, and...
Recess or exact fit: where should the blind go?Inside the frame or outside it? How recess and exact fit compare for light gaps, looks, window depth and measuring.
How to measure for blinds yourself, and why we still checkA careful how-to for measuring windows for blinds, with rounding and checking advice, and why a Boro free measure is ...
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