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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.

How To Use Thermal Blinds To Keep The Heat Out This Summer

Mon 25 Apr 2022 Ana Zuravliova
With a little bit of luck, the temperature in the UK will continue to rise over the next weeks and months until – hopefully – the summer will be warm, sunny and give us all a post winter boost of happiness. While many are looking forward to the heat, living amongst it 24 hours per […]

Natural Interior Design: Stepping Into Sustainability

Fri 22 Apr 2022 Ana Zuravliova
To celebrate Earth Day 2022, we thought we would dive into the new natural interior design style, where a combination of warming, earthy tones and natural materials is becoming increasingly popular. From woods and stones to terracotta, they all work together to create a relaxing, yet sustainable nature inspired interior décor. Let’s check it out! […]

Loft Conversion Ideas

Wed 20 Apr 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Loft conversions are an easy and popular way to add useful space to a property. Where they were mostly used for storing luggage and bits you didn’t need but didn’t want to part with, thousands across the UK are now fitting them out to make better use of their space. But what are the options […]

The Silk Road: Exploring Afghan Design

Wed 13 Apr 2022 Ana Zuravliova
With more than six thousand years of history, Afghanistan is a country that has been home to many cultures, religions, and beliefs. As a result, this remarkable country has accumulated a variety of styles and techniques, which we know and love today. From Buddhist statues to Iranian architecture, Afghan interior design is captivating and endearing. […]

The Perfect Easter Pastel Colours

Tue 12 Apr 2022 Ana Zuravliova
When we think of Easter, we envision a pastel colour palette, chocolate eggs and of course the Easter Bunny! Pastel colours bring in a sense of joy and cheerfulness, however they do also have a strong connection to the resurrection of Jesus and the period of Lent. Read on to find out more. Symbolic aspects […]

Build A Blind: How To Make A Unique Vertical Blind

Mon 11 Apr 2022 Ana Zuravliova
At Blinds Direct, we offer an excellent selection of replacement vertical blind slats. Most of the time, these replacement slats for vertical blinds are used to substitute those which may have been damaged or fallen to wear and tear, however, this isn’t the only purpose for these quality slats, you can use them to build […]

Celebrating Bugs, Birds, And Beasts in Interior Design

Fri 8 Apr 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Interiors inspired by nature Nature documentaries are unsurprisingly one of the most watched categories of TV in our nation that’s clearly obsessed with animals. We love pets, we feed the ducks and donate millions of pounds per year to needy animals around the world. While there are many ways to enjoy animals, it’s very easy […]

Product Focus: Plantation Shutters

Thu 7 Apr 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Plantation shutters are a superb option for trendy decorators looking to curate a refined yet homely statement in their window scene. Full of character, plantation shutters bring the charm of traditional, chic décor into modern homes. Today, we’ll be exploring these high-quality window furnishings, and provide you with our top tips to enjoy them in […]

Colour Focus: Pink And Green

Tue 5 Apr 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Homes are places where we relax and find peace. While lovely soft sofas, chairs and beds are key to making a space comfortable, so too is colour. Today, we’ll be looking at pink and green and how these colours work together within interior design to add depth and peace of mind to a space! Read […]

Kitchen Blinds Ideas

Fri 1 Apr 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Kitchens are integral parts of the home that must adapt to many situations. From hosting dinner parties, to cooking and socialising with friends, they are spaces of the home where durability must be balanced against style and homeliness. Therefore, when it comes to picking kitchen blinds, how do we know which are best? An overview […]

Trend Focus: Style Anglais

Thu 31 Mar 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Across the UK, there is a clear yet peculiar power that nurtures creativity and flare. This is self-evident in the 90s with Cool Britannia, the 60s – centred on Carnaby Street – but even earlier through the earlier years of the 20th century, which were made popular throughout Europe and beyond. In today’s blog however, […]

The Silk Road: Indulgent Indian Designs

Mon 28 Mar 2022 Ana Zuravliova
Following our stop in Mongolia, we’re passing back through China, crossing the Himalayas, and entering India. India is a country known for its rich colours, intricate patterns, and elaborate embroideries; and their interiors embody vibrance, warmth and character! The use of wood is also predominant in carvings and furniture, and today we will be looking […]
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