Advice needed - blinds/curtains
What would people suggest doing in terms of blinds and curtains? As the radiators are underneath the 2 windows I was thinking of avoiding a large curtain pole that covers everything and possibly prioritising roller blinds on the 2 windows either side instead?
Also, on the left wall we have Patio doors leading out to a terrace so I don’t want blind overkill! Thinking curtains here?
Any help/ advice much appreciated!!
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Lucy
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Comments (3)If you want it to look vintage, I wouldn't go for sheer rollers as they're contemporary looking. If you're not so bothered about privacy, and don't want to feel hemmed in, but feel you should have something, how about half panels for the lower part of the window? Sheer linen looks great made into flat panels with a slot at the top for a narrow net rod, and a batten sewn into hem to add weight. But you'll still have a bit of a view out of the top half of the window....See MoreNeed help choosing a curtain/blind fabric!
Comments (2)Good news is that I've chosen some curtains - a neutral pleated set, with a black out lining, from John Lewis that go with the wallpaper background without being sparkly...! On the off-chance that someone has experience with fitting curtains on awkward walls, can anyone recommend what sort of curtain rail / tracking to use for this window? I.e. a couple of inches of wall space to the left, and zero to the right of the window... Thanks!...See MoreAdvice please curtains and blinds
Comments (3)Hi Diana, Whenever I specify Roman Blinds I recess them into the window and put dress curtains on each side (not functioning, purely for show and to soften the look) The issue I have is that the failure rate on Romans is very high, the pull string mechanism is very delicate and can jam up after regular use. Given the choice I would not specify them. My preferred solution is to inset plantation shutters into each window and then dress the outside with a simple pair of dress curtains each side or a modern swag over the head. I have done this on traditional interiors and ultra modern and they always look good. I never have any ongoing issues and the light quality the blades give is wonderful. (I prefer a large blade and avoid the central pole in favour of a hidden mechanism.) Another interesting feature of plantation shutters is that in the evening you push the shutters up for privacy and this deflects the heat back into the room, it saves a lot of money !! Hope that helps, Martin www.angel-martin.com www.3dinteriorillustration.co.uk...See MoreAdvice on curtains and roller blind please
Comments (3)It looks a little dark in there, so something that won't suck out more light. For the blind this copper weave LIfestyle blinds, copper weave Then taking the blue from your artwork and mixing with the copper, these curtains from curtains made for free, Marva Copper...See MoreEmily
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6 years agoLucy
6 years agoHey Jen
No, they didn’t have a show home for this particular house! I’m waiting for some neighbours to move in to see what they opt for as well but wanted to try and get a head start on a few things.
I also have this one in the kitchen to sort.. so many windows!
PROSartorial Soft Furnishings
6 years agoLucy
6 years ago
acew1234
6 years agoI have Roman blinds on my windows. We don't use the doors as we've had a dog who would escape, hence the sofa in front, the centre blinds go down to the floor. The side ones go down to just below the shorter windows. Just make sure any pattern repeat matches across and down.
Sorry the sun is shining right in so it's hard to get a good photo!
Lucy
6 years agoLucy
6 years ago
PROThe Blind Shop
6 years agoHi Lucy, Have you considered roller blinds on the french doors like the photo below? We installed these sunscreen roller blinds on the actual doors as they open inwards too. When fitting blinds to french doors, you need to make sure that the blinds clear the door handle and the hinges.
Here is another example of sunscreen roller blinds we installed to the actual french doors.
Here's an example of roller blinds from our 'basics' range which we fitted to a set of french doors and windows.
Feel free to browse our gallery page of blinds for french doors for more inspiration and ideas.
PROHillarys
6 years agoHi Lucy,
As others have suggested, PerfectFit blinds would work brilliantly here. If you're not quite sure what they are, they clip into uPVC window frames and almost become an integral part of the window - they remain attached and neat and tidy even if they doors are open. You can choose from Pleated, Roller and Venetian styles and as you mention Roller blinds, you could even coordinate with normal non-PerfectFit blinds in the smaller windows.
Here's a picture of them:
Good luck decorating your lovely new house!
Zoe
Emily