The Complete Guide to Choosing Blinds for Velux Windows
By Ana Zuravliova
Simple, stylish and practical, Velux® windows are enjoyed in countless homes across the country. Velux, and other quality roof windows offer the perfect way to enjoy natural light in a stylish, modern way. That said, like all windows, roof windows and skylights need a stylish blind to help them reach their style, functional, and safety potential. In this guide, we’ll provide you with some of the best options for enhancing your home with maximum light control, thermal efficiency, and child safety.
What are blinds for Velux windows?
Fitting seamlessly into your home’s Velux windows, these specialist blinds include a diverse selection of options, are very easy to order, and then fit! Moreover, since they’re made by our talented team here in West Yorkshire, you can rest assured your new high-quality product will last for years.
Our skylight blinds are available in a wide range of colours, including neutral whites, greys and creams, as well colourful shades and patterns. The blinds also have a discrete design, owed to their slimline frame. This makes them perfect for minimalistic and contemporary interior design themes. We also offer patterned skylight blinds which feature a night sky, these are perfect for star-gazing children. For additional options, we offer moisture-proof, and eco-friendly fabrics – ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, or homes with children. For more information about skylight blinds, read our handy Buyer’s Guide For Roof Blinds.
What are the different styles of blinds for Velux windows?
Dimout blinds – The perfect choice for a room in your home where you like to work or relax but don’t need a total blackout solution. Relaxing conservatories and home office loft conversions are prime examples of such spaces.
Blackout blinds – Improve the quality of your sleep by minimising external light from entering your bedroom. If you have roof windows in a bedroom, or a loft conversion used for home movies, a blackout blind will be a great option providing you with the perfect environment to relax or sleep in. Because roof windows receive direct daylight, blackout blinds are especially effective in bedrooms during early mornings and summer months when daylight starts earlier.
Electric blinds – blinds aren’t restricted to light control, there are smart blinds for Velux windows available with Blinds Direct. Electric options are available for any of our range of high quality roof blinds. Regardless of which brand-specific frame you require, simply select motorisation when ordering to easily enjoy privacy and light control with the simple press of a button.
Powered by ComfyShade, electric roof blinds from Blinds Direct make the process of enjoying greater light management and style even easier. To learn more about smart blinds, and the benefits they offer, read our Electric Blinds buyer’s guide.
Common mistakes to avoid when choosing Velux blinds
When selecting a blind for your Velux window, there are a few things worth considering:
- Choosing colour before considering function
- Not thinking about glare in home offices
- Forgetting about moisture-resistant fabrics in kitchens and bathrooms
- Using manual blinds for difficult-to-reach windows
- Measuring the glass instead of using the Velux window code
Are there other roof blinds available?
In short, yes; at Blinds Direct we offer blinds for a wide range of roof window manufacturers! Alongside Velux, you can find the perfect skylight blinds for your Fakro, RoofLITE and Dakstra windows.
How do I measure and choose the right Velux blind?
In short, you don’t have to worry about measuring your windows. Just open your window and look for the small metal patch at the top, which should state the brand name and product code, for example “GGU” and “C01”, or “78×98”. This code identifies your style of roof window, which will then inform the type of blind you need to order.
Alongside Velux, you can also find the perfect skylight blinds for Fakro, RoofLITE, and Dakstra windows.
Why choose Blinds Direct for your Velux Windows?
Discover your perfect high-quality blinds for your Velux windows with Blinds Direct. All our roof blinds undergo thorough quality control, come with a five-year guarantee, and are designed to be completely child-safe. You can even order up to eight free samples to ensure you pick the perfect colour and fabric for your home décor.
Choosing the right Velux blind is about more than simply selecting a colour or style. By considering factors such as room type, light control, privacy, and ease of use, you can find a solution that improves both comfort and practicality within your home.
What our customers say
Customers consistently highlight two key benefits of our Velux blinds: ease of installation and overall build quality. Many also note how quickly the products arrive and how straightforward the fitting process is, even for first-time installers.
We’re proud that so many homeowners are happy with the quality, ease of fitting, and service they receive with our Velux® blinds. Here’s what some of them had to say:
“Good value for money and good quality! Really pleasantly surprised – ordered 4 Velux blinds and they’re good quality and seemed very easy to install (husband installed!) Quick delivery after dispatch and customer service team were very friendly when I was worried about a delay in delivery.” Amb
“Great blinds. Easy to fit. Really pleased with our new Velux window blinds. Great product and easy to fit. Also purchased the extendable pole to open/close windows and blinds which is easy to use. Products were well packaged and arrived promptly. Great service.” Mr S & Mrs K Starling
Explore our full range of products, and if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team – we’re always happy to help!
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