The window treatments you choose for your home or office can make or break the look of your space. With so many options in selecting blinds, it can be overwhelming to know what is best for you, so we have broken down a list of some of the most common types of blinds to make your decision easier.
Venetian blinds
Venetian blinds are made of horizontal slats which can be closed completely or opened almost 180 degrees, depending on your preference. They create a classic and timeless look and are also very functional, as they offer control of your privacy, light and temperature. They can also be pulled up all the way to the top of a window so your home can be transformed when desired to allow maximum light. They are durable and easy to clean, and look impressive from both inside and outside of a room. Venetian blinds are offered in a range of colours and styles, including aluminium, timber and New York style. These blinds are one of the most popular styles as they are very versatile and can be used in all different types of rooms.
Roman blinds
Roman blinds are made of fabric, making it easy to design them to match the rest of your space. They have a versatile look – when the blinds are down, they lie flat against the window and appear as drapes, and when raised, they gather into soft horizontal pleats. They are ideal for imparting a luxurious look to a room and can easily be used with curtains. Roman blinds offer great privacy, block out light and provide insulation. They can be manually installed or motorised, depending on your requirements.
Roller blinds
Roller blinds work on any window or door as they are easily customised. They sit closely against any window furnishing and have a polished look. They are made from a stiff fabric that can be rolled up and rolled away entirely when they are not needed. They are also easy to keep clean and do a great job of blocking out the sun. They can keep a room completely dark when needed but they also can be lifted up and your room will appear free of window treatments. There are a wide choice of options for fabrics and colours, as well different types, including blockout, motorised, outdoor, screen, sunscreen and more.
Vertical blinds
Vertical blinds are made from vertical slats, and work well on large windows and doors. They come in a large range of materials, are energy efficient, and are helpful in controlling light, whether your preference is to block the sun out entirely or to let the sun come through your room.
Skylight blinds
Skylights are a great feature in any home, providing great natural sunlight and an elegance to any space. The downsides to skylights are the potentially uncomfortable heat, glare from the sun and UV rays. Skylight blinds help minimise the negative features of skylights, by blocking out glare, controlling temperature as well as the amount of sunlight you let into your room. You can customise the amount of light you want to let into your room with different fabric options in a variety of opacities, from translucents to blockouts.
Glide panel blinds
Glide panel blinds are a fantastic solution for bi-fold doors, where interior and exterior designs meet. Panel blinds are a versatile and contemporary window treatment. Panel blinds are available in a wide selection of fabrics, with both blockout and translucent styles suitable for every home.
Customised design blinds
Most of the blind styles above can be customised, as different spaces require different window furnishings. Our interior designers often work with clients to custom design blind solutions based on the requirements of your place, using quality fabric samples.
If you would like to discuss blinds solutions for your next interior decorating project, get in touch with one of our designers on (02) 9712 2722 or get a quote on our website.
