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Our house is blessed (or cursed) with a lot of different-sized windows, patio doors and bifolds.
As a rule, I like to keep the window treatments consistent throughout the house as I like it to look cohesive and fitted window blinds do just that.
I’m a big fan of curtains as window dressings as it really helps frame the window and view.
With so many patterns, fabrics and colours to choose from, they are an essential part of your room design and sometimes the choice can be overwhelming!
We currently live in a 1960s built property and it has a few small high windows in the bedrooms. They are fantastic at bringing more light into the house, but I really struggled with what to do with them.
Thankfully, Blinds By Post contacted me asking if I wanted to try out their products which helped make the decision easier.
Wooden Blinds
I was stuck with whether I wanted to go for roller, roman or wooden fitted window blinds for our smaller windows but had to think about what I would use on the larger windows in the house as I wanted them all to be the same.
I have always loved wooden Venetian blinds and shutters; I think they are a classic style but also contemporary and suit every home.
The front of our house is south facing so it can get extremely bright and warm on a sunny day.
I wanted the option to be able to provide us with some shade without blocking out all the light during the day and only Venetian blinds or curtains would be able to do this.
Our east-facing window in the bedroom is only a 50cm drop. Curtains were out of the question so placing blinds inside window frames for me, was the best option.
Blinds by Post have a huge selection of easy to install blinds in different shades, materials and style. I wanted some with tapes as I feel these make more of a statement and can make them look more expensive like shutter blinds.
I sent off for some samples which were delivered the next day and we decided to go with Pure White Real Wood with Cotton Tapes.
I felt that pure white was a more natural colour and would fit in perfectly throughout the house.
It is really easy to order. All you have to do is measure your window size (there is plenty of advice on Blinds By Post website on how to do this) and your requirements and choose your product.
I cannot stress how important it is to get your measurements exact and measure your windows a few times.
I had previously ordered some fitted window blinds (not with Blinds By Post) and my measurements were out by about 10mm and they didn’t fit!
Windows
We have recently replaced the large patio doors which lead out onto our balcony from our master bedroom. We went with an anthracite grey frame as I have never been a fan of white UPVC.
Eventually, we will be replacing all our windows and door frames with anthracite grey, however, not all windows need replacing.
I will write a blog post about this at a later date as I received so many questions about painting our windows when I put it in my stories on Instagram!
The first job I had to do before installing the blinds inside window frame was to paint the window frame anthracite grey.
After reading lots of recommendations online and asking fellow keen DIYers, I bought a tin of Bedec Multi Surface Paint in anthracite grey matt.
No primer is needed and after 3 coats, the windows look like they’ve always been anthracite grey!
I am thoroughly impressed with this paint and eventually, I will paint all the windows that don’t need replacing in the house.
Installation
Installing the fitted window blinds couldn’t be easier. I wouldn’t say I am the best at DIY and power tools actually scare me (although, the more I use them, the easier it becomes).
All you will need is –
- Your blinds
- A tape measure
- Drill
- Screwdriver
Blinds By Post send simple and easy to follow instructions about how to install blinds. You will find the screws, pelmet, brackets and other fittings included.
It took me around 20 minutes to put them up. All you have to do is drill some holes into the wall on either side of the window, screw the brackets to the wall and then slide the blinds into place.
They also come with a pelmet so once you have put the blinds in place, screw the clips onto the pelmet and clip them in.
And that’s all there is to it! It is so simple and easy to install blinds and a much quicker and cost-effective way too!
Our blinds were delivered 3 days after ordering and took me around 20 minutes in total to put up.
Eventually, I will paint all our windows anthracite grey and add these Blinds By Post Pure White with Cotton Tapes to all of our windows. They are really good quality and make the room feel bright and fresh.
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