Blinds vs Curtains: Which to Choose

Blinds offer style and simplicity, and provide flexible light and heat control. 

Adaptable: Blinds come in various styles, including Venetian, roller, and vertical, and can be made to measure to fit a range of window shapes and sizes, allowing for a perfect match with any interior design. They’re also a great choice when you’re short on space, as a roller blind fitted in a recess will sit snugly on your windowsill, far out of your way.

Design benefits: Blinds can enhance the style of your home, offering blocks of colours, gorgeous patterns and natural wooden accents. A luxe Roman style can feel just as cosy as a pair of curtains, whilst roller blinds provide a sleek modern look, complementing contemporary interior designs.

Light Control: Blinds offer excellent control over the amount of light entering a room, thanks to adjustable slats or fabric options. Opt for a blackout blind to keep light out completely, or choose a Day and Night blind to let light in whilst remaining in control of your privacy. 

Easy Maintenance: Blinds are generally easier to clean than curtains, with many types simply needing a quick dust wipe down, whilst 100% waterproof options are available for wipe-clean convenience.. 

Accessibility: Blinds often require less mobility and strength to adjust than curtains and are even available with motorised options, making them a more accessible option.

No Drill Blinds: Thanks to innovation in the world of window dressings there are now plenty of no drill blinds that require no power tools or screws to install. These are perfect if you’re renting or don’t want to leave permanent holes in your walls. Another bonus is that a lot of no drill blinds fix to the windows themselves, meaning you won’t have to adjust your blinds to let in the fresh air!

Curtains add a layer of elegance and warmth and are available in a vast array of colours, patterns, and textures.

Aesthetic variety: Curtains come in endless patterns, colours, fabrics, and designs, making it easy to find an option that complements your home decor. A big, thick pair of curtains gives a substantial look and can help to create that cosy seasonal feeling we all love. 

Flexibility: You have complete creative control when it comes to curtains, especially when ordering made to measure. You can choose whether you’d like to save on space and have your curtains finish just beneath the windowsill, or if you want to make more of a statement and go for a floor to ceiling look. You can also have your curtains made wider than the window you’re covering, and place them on a pole or track that’s a touch wider than your window to give the appearance of a bigger room.

Improved Insulation: Thick, heavy  Windows are a big culprit when it comes to heat loss in our homes, thermally lined curtains can significantly improve a room's insulation, reducing energy bills by keeping heat in during winter and out during summer. They keep out draughts and help to control both the chill and the heat.

Sound Absorption: Curtains can help soften sounds from outside, providing a quieter, more serene interior environment.

Easily Adjusted: Curtains are easy to alter, so are a great choice if you know you’ll be moving and would like to adapt your window dressing to your new space.

Who said you have to pick a side? Blinds and curtains can work great together, offering the best of both worlds in functionality and style. If you get it right then you can create a stunning look that works in virtually any type of home. Layering also allows you to utilise a variety of different colours, textures, and patterns, adding visual complexity to your space. 

Master Light Control: For bedrooms and media rooms where light control is essential, pair blackout curtains and blackout blinds together for maximum light-blockage. And if you’ve fallen in love with a blind style that isn’t blackout like shutters or wooden blinds, simply pair them with a pair of blackout curtains.

Add Extra Privacy: If you love curtains but they don’t provide much privacy unless you have them completely closed. We recommend paring them with blinds that will let light filter in whilst also maintaining your privacy levels such as Venetian blinds.

Boost Insulation: Double up on energy-efficiency by pairing thermally lined blinds and curtains to keep rooms cosy in winter and cool in summer.

 
Matchmaker: We have hundreds of fabrics in our collection that are available as both curtains and Roman blinds, so if you fall head over heels for a certain colour or print you can love it twice as much with a matching double dressing! Or let your inner interiors guru run free and take advantage of our free sampling service to find combinations that work well together.