Practical guides to choosing, measuring, fitting and caring for window blinds — the specifications, the trade-offs and the mistakes worth avoiding. Written by the team at Window Blinds Cape Town, who measure and install these every week.
Start Here: All Our Blind Guides
- How to choose blinds — six decisions, in the order that actually works.
- Blinds by window type — let the opening rule the options out first.
Choosing the Right Blind
- Blockout vs dim-out vs sunscreen — what each fabric family does.
- Openness factor explained — what 1%, 3%, 5% and 10% mean.
- Blind fabrics compared — polyester, PVC, vinyl, metallised and natural.
- Slat widths compared — 16mm to 63mm and the stack trade-off.
- Choosing a blind colour — heat, glare and what shows dirt.
- Blinds vs curtains — cost, light, cleaning, insulation.
- Styles and trends — what Cape Town homes are fitting now.
By Window Type
- Sliding and patio doors
- Skylights and roof windows
- Bay, corner and arched windows
- Large and floor-to-ceiling windows
- Small and narrow windows
Measuring, Fitting and Automation
- How to measure for blinds — recess vs face fit, step by step.
- Motorised blind systems — battery vs wired.
- What is the difference between electric blinds and motorised blinds? — same product, three power options.
- What are the disadvantages of motorised blinds? — the honest trade-offs before you commit.
- Lead times — from measure to installed.
Living With Them
- Blind cord safety — why loops are the hazard.
- Blinds and privacy — and why sheers reverse after dark.
- Do blinds keep heat out?
- Do blinds reduce noise?
- Condensation and mould
- How to clean blinds
When Something Goes Wrong
- Common blind problems — symptom, cause, verdict.
- Blind parts and spares — what each component does.
- How long do blinds last?
Ready for a Quote?
When you have narrowed it down, Window Blinds Cape Town supplies, installs and repairs every type covered here across the metro. See indicative prices, or call 081 411 8471 for a free on-site measure and quote.