blind/curtain dilemna
Lisa
6 years ago
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Comments (14)I have no idea if they are duette or not. It's so long ago now that I can't remember what they are called but they are a pleated blind. Mine aren't black out as it's a sunroom but I'm sure you could get a black out option if needed. I have attached some more photos so you can see what they look like open. As others have said it might be worth shopping around. It's a long time since we got ours so there could well be more companies doing a similar product now....See MoreI want to make roman blinds out of curtains to match a blind.
Comments (5)For my first roman blind I used a roman blind kit from Dunelm, worked out great. I then used those instructions to go on to make a further 12 (never buy a house with 5 sided bay windows!) and purchased the bits needed from terrysfabrics as mentioned by Catherine Byrne. They are really straightforward. The key is to take your time with your measurements/calculations and with ensuring your edges and rod pockets are straight....See MoreBlind instead of curtains
Comments (9)We have blinds in our living space and snug. Simple thermal roller blinds in one area so they don’t block any light & we found they made a big difference to heat retention in the winter. We have a Roman blind in our snug. It’s fitted outside of the window recess and above the window enough to avoid blocking light when pulled up. It looks like you also have plenty of space for a Roman blind to be fitted above the window (eg 6-8 inches above) so that when it’s pulled up it won’t cover much of the window. For us, the Roman blind is more decorative but the roller blinds are also great in our living area for a minimalist look as you barely notice them when up. We spent nearly 2 years without window coverings as we’re not overlooked but installed them to prevent heat loss in winter which makes a big difference. We do also have curtains covering patio doors in each of those rooms so didn’t want to overload on curtains....See Morecurtains or blinds?
Comments (6)I would have roman blinds. As you say, you would have to have one curtain on each window and each curtain would have to stack on the chimney side. I think curtains need to be quite full and "drape" for this look to work. Either way you would loose some light. Another option is a roller blind but these look more utilitatian and loss of cosyness would be the compromise. I once saw another option but dont know the name for it. Four cafe type rods, one each attached to top and bottom of inner window recess. The rods are fixed so that they swing into the centre of the window and meet (blinds closed) or swing out and rest against the walks of the recess ( blinds open). Fabric is gathered onto to the top and bottom rods each side. Gives a cosy, cottage look with very little or no loss of light. You do need a fairly deep window recess for this to work. Sorry for the terrible description. I will try and find a pic to attach...See MoreAlf Onnie Curtains & Blinds
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