Blind type guides
What each type of blind is good at, where it struggles, and how to measure for it.
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Day and night blinds: how they work and how to fit them
Day and night (zebra) blinds explained: how the double-layer fabric works, where they shine, measuring rules and fitting differences.
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Roller blinds: measuring, fitting and what to expect
How to measure for roller blinds inside or outside the recess, how fitting works, and the mistakes that make a new blind sit badly.
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Roman blinds: measuring, fitting and lining choices
What makes roman blinds different to fit, how to measure inside or outside the recess, and how lining choices change light and warmth.
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Venetian blinds: wood vs aluminium, measuring and fitting
Choosing between real wood, faux wood and aluminium venetians, how to measure for them, and why weight changes the fitting job.
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Vertical blinds: measuring, fitting and replacing louvres
Why vertical blinds still win on big windows and patio doors, how to measure for them, and when you can just replace the louvres.
