Your browser does not support JavaScript. Our site relies on JavaScript to function, please turn JavaScript on or use a browser that has JavaScript enabled.

Blogs From Blinds Direct

Welcome to the Blinds Direct blog. Our excellent articles cover everything from stylish colour combinations and ideas for window blinds, through to interior design trends from around the globe! Whether you want to know more about blue tones, get tips and tricks for making the most of your window dressings, or even find some Italian interior design inspiration, pour yourself a cuppa and enjoy our insight into the world of interiors.

Colour Focus: A Soft Summer Colour Palette

Tue 14 Jun 2022 Ana Zuravliova
We were thinking about what a fresh soft colour palette might look like, then inspiration struck so today we’re going to be providing you with our very own special soft colour palette for summer 2022. Perfectly combining the colours of the British countryside and the coast, there will be something in this palette for everyone. […]

Child Safety Week And Window Furnishings

Fri 10 Jun 2022 Ana Zuravliova
This week is the Child Accident Prevention Trust’s Child Safety Week – a week-long campaign that “helps families build confidence and skills in managing the real risks to children’s safety”.  However, here at Blinds Direct making sure the home is safe is always of paramount importance, with child safety at the top of our list […]

Trend Focus: Classic Farmhouse Interior Design

Wed 8 Jun 2022 Ana Zuravliova
There is something magical about the countryside. It’s a place that makes us feel calm and relaxed, and few things conjure greater feelings of comfort than a classic farmhouse. But what is it about these classic rural properties and their interiors which have struck a chord within our imaginations? Today, we’ll be answering that question […]

A Social Snapshot: More Of Our Favourite Posts

Wed 1 Jun 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Today, we are again presenting some of the best images we’ve seen on our Instagram over the past four weeks! Our endless scrolling and admiring of all your images has once again paid off, and as usual, refining dozens of these fine photos to a top three was a challenge. That said, we hope you […]

Colour Focus: Royal Purple & The Platinum Jubilee

Tue 31 May 2022 Ana Zuravliova
The jubilee weekend is well underway and what could be a more fitting topic for an interior design blog than royal purple? This is an amazing colour that harmonises with a wide range of other tones, materials, and design trends. Read on to learn all you need to know about using royal purple! Why is […]

The Platinum Jubilee – A Snapshot Of The Past 70 Years

Fri 27 May 2022 Ana Zuravliova
On February 6th, 1952, the then 25-year-old Princess Elizabeth Duchess of Edinburgh ascended to the throne following the death of her father King George VI. 70 years on, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has been a point of consistency not only for the lives of those in the UK, but across the commonwealth and the […]

Loud And Proud Pink: The Bolder Side Of The Spectrum

Fri 27 May 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Pink is a fun and exciting colour that brings an effortlessly warm and charming feel to the home. That said, for many, experimenting with the stronger tones can be daunting, resulting in a more assertive use of the softer shades. That is where we come in to help! In this blog we are going to […]

Blackout Blinds For The Summer Nights Sky

Wed 25 May 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Summer is finally on the horizon and amidst the parties, BBQs, and holidays there are shorter nights and more natural light. With the extra light, ensuring we maintain a healthy level of sleep during these months can be a challenge. Blackout blinds however are a great way to limit the impact of light on our […]

It’s Time To Replace Grey With Off-White

Mon 23 May 2022 Ana Zuravliova
For a long time, grey has dominated interior design. From painted walls to wooden blinds, cabinets to cushions, grey has been a fantastic colour. That said, as with all things, to improve is to change. In the past weeks and months, there has been a shift away from grey toward shades of off-white. While this […]

Colour Focus: Sage Green

Tue 17 May 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Green has been a colour on the rise for years in home decor. It reminds us of nature and helps style conscious decorators create spaces that capture the twin objectives of energy and stylishness. Like all colours however, green is a catchall term for numerous shades and tones in different levels of colour saturation. Today, […]

Product Focus: Cordless Roller Blinds

Fri 13 May 2022 Ana Zuravliova
For years, the way in which we’ve operated roller blinds has remained the same. Pull the cord one way to lower the blind, and the other way to raise it – surely that’s the only way, right? Well not really, let us introduce you to cordless roller blinds! In today’s blog we’ll be exploring these […]

The Silk Road: Travelling Through Turkey

Thu 12 May 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Turkey is a proud country with a rich culture that bridges Europe and Asia. With the adoption of Greek and Arabic styles, Turkey brings together different cultures and traditions in harmony. With much of its interior design being inspired from the Ottoman era, there is an elaborate design style which the Turks have refined over […]
design style quiz
Interior Goods Direct trading as Blinds Direct suppliers of high quality home and commercial interior products. Interior Goods Direct Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
Place of registration: UK, Registration number: 04966706, VAT Registration Number 817 3168 28, Registered office: Building 2, Colne Bridge Road, Colne Bridge, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD5 0RH