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Types of blinds and knowing what's best for you!
Knowing what type of blind is best for your home is difficult! With so many different options, types and fabrics, it is sometimes overwhelming! Here we are going break them all down for you, with pros and cons so you can come to a decision as to what is the best blind for you.
How can your blinds aid your mental wellbeing?
During late June 2020, 40% of US adults reported struggling with their mental health or substance abuse. Light can have a huge effect on our mood, physical strength and even our metabolism. As we all spend more time in our homes than ever before, the need for premium quality blinds that are fit for purpose becomes paramount. Whether you’re experiencing insomnia or low energy, we have the window dressing solutions for you.
A Guide to Kitchen Blinds
The thought of preparing a hearty homecooked dinner while gazing out occasionally from the kitchen window at the picturesque view of your garden might seem idyllic. However, the reality of blinding glares and constant watermarks dotting your glass from splashes and spills doesn’t quite match up to the domestic bliss dream. The need for quality blinds tailormade toward kitchens might be more pressing than you thought. Don’t worry, we’re here to help.
A Guide to Bedroom Blinds
If blinds were meals, then your bedroom blinds would be breakfast: the most important of the day, or home. You wouldn’t fill a hole in the morning with last night’s takeaway leftovers and expect to feel good, so don’t cover your bedroom window with a flimsy blind and expect to wake up well rested. There have been countless studies associating an overly light room with poor sleep patterns, highlighting the importance of a quality blackout blind for your bedroom.
Let's Talk About Statement Blinds
You’ve read the words ‘statement blind’ and you’re picturing bright, garish colours with bold prints somewhat resembling a nursery fingerpaint display. You frown and scroll through to find the blog post about ‘neutrals’. Sound about right? Well, you’re missing a trick. Statement blinds can be as subtle as a texture or a pattern but can draw the eye to your window and harness a real connection with the outdoors that your worn cream curtains simply can’t. Read on to find out how you can embrace the statement blind trend; I promise I won’t use the words ‘bold’ or ‘bright’ again.
A Guide to Bathroom Blinds
We’ve all accidentally seen far too much of our neighbours at some point in our lives due to their reckless refusal to buy some blinds, particularly in the bathroom. Can we finally put an end to the reliance on frosted glass and outdated net curtains and invest in some premium blinds designed specifically for bathrooms? I urge you to make your daily routine luxurious and relaxing rather than filled with risk by covering up that house of mirrors style window glass with a made to measure blind packed with practical features. Because yes, we can still see you.
5 Ways to Refresh your Home for Less this Autumn
You’ve likely been staring at the same four walls for the best part of a year now. No matter how much you thought you loved your home, it is natural to be craving change. For me, even the fruit and veg aisle has taken on a new appeal, purely on the merit of being different from my living room. That said, we understand that money can be tight. So, we’ve collected a list of ideas on how you can breathe a new lease of life into your space without spending a penny.
Waterproof Blinds and Where to Use Them
Don’t be the household whose catchphrase is to ‘watch the furniture’ or ‘no drinks upstairs’. Blindland has you completely covered with long-lasting waterproof window solutions, designed for families not afraid to get a little messy and enjoy the less pristine aspects of life. Available in a wide spectrum of colours, patterns and finishes, you can coordinate practicality with style in every room. Unlike that hideous anorak your mother used to force you to wear, these waterproofs are sleek, subtle and dripping with sophistication.
Which blinds will keep you cool?
Likelihood is, you’re well versed in the idea of blinds keeping you warm in winter, but their abilities to keep you cool in summer are less known. Yet, we’re all familiar with those hot and restless nights where you can’t sleep for the heat or the sensation of walking into a conservatory and being hit with a wall of stifling warmth you’d only expect when stepping off a plane in a tropical country. Avoid the exasperating sauna situation with our round up of the best blinds to keep you cool.
Venetian Blinds and Where to Use Them
Venetian blinds are referred to as ‘those pretty ones that go brrrr when you run your finger down them’ by my young cousin, which I think is a wonderful way to describe the magical ripple effect of this style. One of the greatest appeals is their aesthetic and the fact that the elegant concertina style structure creates the illusion of depth helping your room to look larger. However, they boast an array of technical features too to complement their attractiveness. As one of our consistent bestsellers, we’ve made sure to offer innovative variations suitable for a range of home and office spaces so that there’s nowhere you can’t enjoy Venetians.