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 or WhatsApp us for a free on-site measure and quote.