What is the longest roller blind you can buy?
Generally, our standardchain operated roller blinds can reach a maximum of 3450mm wide and our new Premium XL range of roller blinds can reach up to 4700mm wide, which for most people is plenty wide enough.
Can you cut a roller blind to size?
You can usually buy roller blinds in different sizes. But if not, it’s easy to cut a blind to the right size. Choose a blind that’s slightly longer and wider than the window frame. You can cut the top roller of the blind to the right size with a hacksaw.
How do I know what size roller blinds to get?
Use a metal tape measure for accuracy. Measure across the window width, adding an extra 10cm (4″) to the total width to allow a 5cm (2″) overlap either side of the window to block out light effectively. For roller blinds add a further 5cm (2″) to the width to allow room for the operating mechanism.
Can you get 3m roller blinds?
Roller Blinds: These blinds work in any room, and are a classic stylish choice. The only things to consider here are the weight of the blind, especially with a blackout fabric, as well as the pattern design. Most designs are great up to 3m, but this will vary on the pattern.
Can you join two roller blinds together?
You can join more than two roller blinds together using the joining brackets. For example, if you have a window with three blinds, you could have a linked joining bracket between the first two blinds, controlled by a single chain control.
Should blinds be lighter or darker than walls?
The Choice Between Lighter or Darker Blinds The truth is that blinds can be either lighter or darker than your walls. However, the blinds and walls should be at least one shade lighter or darker than each other to ensure that everything blends well together, and they should also be a similar tone.
How do you cut the width of a blind?
Cutting down the slats
- Align the slats so that they are even.
- Using a clamp or rubber bands, secure the slats together into position.
- Wrap the slats with masking tape to prevent chipping.
- Measure where you want to cut and mark a line with your pencil.
- Lay them on the saw and line up the blade where you need to cut.
How long should roller blinds be?
Ideal Length for Exact-Fit Blinds Measure from one side of the window to the other and then add 50mm to each side. This makes the blind wider and longer than the window, which helps you ensure the window is covered, reducing the chance of sunlight leaking through around the edges.
Which is the best roller blind to buy?
Mockingbird Jungle Blackout Roller Blind. £18 – £46. Solar Red Blackout Roller Blinds. £14 – £32. Tatton Blackout Roller Blind. £20 – £44. Solar Blue Blackout Roller Blind. £14 – £32. Pomegranate Butterscotch Reversible Blackout Roller Blind.
Where can I buy spotlight double roller blinds?
Roller Blinds Online – Spotlight provides an exquisite range of roller blinds online. Our range provides everything from popular Venetian blinds to double roller blinds and blackout blinds. If you wish to uncover some of the designs mentioned here today, we urge you to check out the catalogue.
Can you use roller blinds in the living room?
What’s more, roller blinds work in any room including the kitchen, living room, bathroom, dining room, or bedroom. If you buy the right length, it’s even possible to find door roller blinds. The pattern of the blind itself can make a subtle or more striking contribution to your decor.
What kind of blinds do you use at Dunelm?
Roller Blinds Roller blinds are a classic choice for window dressings and are perhaps the most well-known type of blind, that’s why here at Dunelm we have an extensive range of roller blinds in a selection of colours, patterns and sizes to choose from.