The Perfect combo

One question I’ve been asked numerous times over the years is “what blinds do you or would you have in your own home?”

Having worked in the industry for a long time, you do see trends or fashions that come and go, with some we are happier to see go than others.

My own “perfect combo” would have to be roller blinds teamed with a beautiful, flowing linen style sheer.

This will give you privacy while still allowing light to filter gently into your room. Sheers have the ability to soften an interior, adding a more feminine touch to the space but without being frilly or too girlish, and with the range of fabrics available can be casual, relaxed looking or even suit a more luxurious, formal interior space. The possibilities are almost endless.

Behind this flowing sheer quietly sits a roller blind, obscured from view but at the ready for when its services are required, such as blocking out the light for sleeping or night-time privacy.

Ultimately for me this blind would be fully automated, so I could simply operate it at the touch of a button or via my iPhone when needed.

 

 

 

 

 

How they hang
How a sheer is hung will also affect its appearance and its performance.

There’s a range of options for different style rods or tracks that your sheer will hang from, but make sure it’s practical as well as pretty. There’s nothing worse than seeing a curtain rod hanging off the wall because it was never strong enough to take the weight of the curtains or has come unstuck due to the effort required to drag your curtains open or closed.

Always ensure there is something for the track or rod to fix to, as often fitting directly into plaster is fraught with danger.

This is really where expert advice and professional installation will make a huge difference.

For me, the winner is definitely sheers and roller blinds, so now I’m just off to do a little redecorating myself.