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Choosing an outdoor awning or blind made from quality materials makes all the difference in how long they last. Too many people choose cheap, lower-quality materials, not realising that money saved now, may be wasted not long into the future when weathered outdoor materials need to be replaced far too soon!

When finding the right materials for your outdoor awnings and blinds, the first thing you should ask is what their purpose is going to be. In this blog we’ll explore the best outdoor awnings and blinds fabrics and materials for you to make the right decision, so that you can install outdoor awnings and blinds that look fantastic and will stay that way for years to come!

Protect it with PVC

PVC is perhaps one of the best options in terms of maintaining uninterrupted views of the outside world, and can also reduce a fair amount of glare. It’s incredibly important to invest in quality PVC though, as it is with the rest of the fabric options listed here.

PVC material is a perfect weather protection option balcony blinds. These blinds are ideal for enclosing pergolas, verandas, outdoor living areas and restaurants. They provide privacy and protection from weather and come in a range of fabrics, from clear PVC material to sunscreen protected and acrylic canvas options.

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Keep Cool with Block Out Blinds

Block out screen material provides excellent levels of privacy and protection from the harsh conditions outside and make a bold statement on your home. If you want 100% privacy or full light blocking, block-outs are the way to go. These blinds are wonderful for West facing properties which need to moderate the afternoon sun and protect furniture.

Make it Magnificent with Mesh

Mesh is one of the Sunshine Coast community’s most popular choices for outdoor awnings and blinds! Mesh awnings and outdoor blinds are typically made from PVC and so they are tough against rotting or fading. Mesh screens allow you to see through your windows while gaining protection from the more elements like insects, bugs, harsh sun, and rain, without compromising on comfort.

Mesh is available in a range of density and opacity and allows plenty of fresh air to flow through your outdoor area. Folding arm awnings are generally made from acrylic mesh, for its lightweight benefits and being able to be pulled taut and to prevent sagging.

Tough Metal Awnings and Outdoor Louvres 

These highly durable fixtures are made from powder coated aluminium that can be colour matched to your home design and infrastructure. Aluminium metal awnings can add a lot of decorative appeal to a home and provide wonderful shelter for over doorways and windows, giving you protection from rain and sun. Fixed outdoor aluminium louvres and screens are also a fantastic solution, providing privacy on busy streets or public facing windows, while still letting fresh air to flow.

Can’t go Wrong with Canvas

Canvas is one of the oldest and toughest styles of awning fabrics around. Canvas still has high heat refracting properties, so it’s perfect for window awnings and anywhere where harsh sun is a concern. When it comes to canvas, striving for quality is all important, given the harsh conditions they’ll encounter.

Shade Cloth is Sweet

Shade cloth is a superhero when used to protect areas against the sun, but also comes in a range of colours which serve differing purposes. Fabrics which are dark coloured tend to absorb heat, while reducing the sun’s glare, while sunlight reflects off lighter colours.

Check out our range of Awnings and Outdoor Blinds

We stock an extensive/superior range of stylish external awnings and outdoor blinds designed to fit and match your home or office’s style perfectly. You’ll find the best solution with these Factory Direct Awnings and Blinds:

Consider Eco-Friendly Products

It’s important to choose materials that will not only have a fantastic impact on the appearance of your home, but also on the environment. Our stockist Phifer for example focuses on using recycled materials, designing energy-saving sun control fabrics, and minimises their negative impact on the environment during manufacturing as much as possible.

All of this focus on eco-friendly practices not only allows you to reduce your carbon footprint, but also provides insight into the integrity of such a company. If an organisation goes to such great lengths to ensure the environmental sustainability of their products, you can bet that the quality of material they create will be of an equally incredibly high standard.

Finding the Right Stockist and Installer

After deciding which outdoor awnings blinds to install, it’s important to find the best quality stockist and installer is still important. Like many products, where the fabric is sourced from makes a huge impact.

At Factory Direct Shutters, for example, we take a lot of pride and have 20 years’ experience, sourcing top quality materials of the highest quality available anywhere. This includes procuring fabrics from leading companies in Australia and Asia, as well as renowned U.S. brand Phifer. Our extensive research and experience in trade makes all the difference when it comes to the quality of the product we provide to our customers. Quality is something everyone should consider when finding their outdoor blinds’ supplier and installer.

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Contact us today on 1300 077 125 for a free measure and quote and start beating the Queensland sun!

If you love entertaining outside and making your patio or entertaining area as multifunctional as possible, outdoor blinds like Zipscreen Blinds and Zipscreen Extreme Blinds are worth considering. Zipscreen blinds are outdoor blinds which seamlessly connect indoor spaces with the outdoors, making outdoor living possible, regardless of weather conditions.

By fully enclosing your outdoor entertaining areas these genius zip-up blinds also keep the insects out while ensuring privacy, comfort and usability all year round. Zipscreen and Zipscreen Extreme blinds can be fully motorised and there are ample fabric options and colours to choose from, plus complete blockout screens for total privacy and even industrial-strength PVC for a clear outlook so you can still take in any views. In this blog we take a look at the benefits of external blinds and feature Zipscreen Blinds as a great solution to make your home or business more comfortable and protected.

Things to Consider When Buying Outdoor Blinds

When looking for outdoor blinds online or visiting a store in person, it’s important to be clear on why you want to buy them. Check out your patio, deck, or veranda and consider what’s missing and what you may want versus what you need. Questions to ask could include:

  • What weather conditions are you constantly battling?
  • Is rain coming in? Which side? How often?
  • Is the dining area too cold? Too hot?
  • Would it be beneficial to expand your small indoor living space/s?
  • Do you need to enhance your drab outdoor space to use it more often than you have been?
  • How and when will you use the area more if outdoor blinds are installed?

Why Are Outdoor Blinds So Popular?

External blinds provide year-round comfort, and convenience extending the living room to the backyard for optimum functionality and relaxation. Here are a few reasons outdoor blinds have become so popular:

Versatility

No matter what type of outdoor space you have, there’s blinds to suit your needs and match your style with outdoor blinds in a huge range of designs, sizes, and colours.

Protection From Extreme Weather

External blinds like Zipscreen Blinds can protect you from too much sun, wind, and rain. Thanks to the wide range of outdoor blinds options, you can entertain, even during harsh weather events.

Space Maximisation

Small living area or tiny home? No worries! External blinds can extend and maximise your interior spaces, creating more usable spaces for entertaining and relaxing.

Adds Property Value

By enhancing your home’s appearance with outdoor blinds, you can increase your property’s useable space and attractiveness and its value with potential buyers.

Protects your Furnishings

Installing external blinds helps protect your furnishings from the elements. Outdoor and indoor furnishings will last longer with less fading, damage, and wear and tear.

Enhanced Energy Efficiency

Outdoor blinds protect your home from sunlight, keeping your home or office both cooler in hotter months, while maintaining warm temperatures in cooler months to significantly reduce your power bills.

Improves Privacy

Block out external blinds come in a range of colours and provide plenty of privacy, while making your home or commercial space look amazing.

Benefits of Zipscreen External Blinds

One of the best outdoor blinds to expand your indoor living area outdoors are Zipscreen Blinds. These versatile outdoor blinds are the perfect solution for outdoor spaces you need to protect in your home or business. They can be used to enclose balconies, verandas, and other outdoor areas for entertainment purposes for use in all weather conditions. Below we take a look at some of the features that make them a winner!

Custom-Made to Suit all Needs

Most zipscreen blinds are customisable for different purposes. Therefore you can get a perfect fit in terms of size, material type, colour, and design. Zipscreen external are also perfect for commercial areas like cafes and restaurants which benefit from privacy and extended seating areas outdoors.

Easy to Install and Use

No matter what the style of zipscreen blind you choose, they are quite easy to install. And you can make them easier to use too with automation. They come in different transparency levels providing you with the option to choose the amount of privacy you will need when the blinds are down.

They’re Tough

Another major benefit of zipscreen external blinds is that they can be spread over large surface areas. They also remain in the good condition over long periods of time no matter how often they are rolled and unrolled. They can be partially unrolled to allow rays of light and the breeze to flow through the covered area too.

They Have Multiple Uses

Zip screen external blinds are flexible and can be used in different settings including home patio areas, courtyard, balconies, verandas, units, cafes, restaurants, office areas, and other business settings. This makes them an ideal choice for almost all kinds of outdoor spaces.

Zipscreen Extreme Blinds

Zipscreen Extreme Blinds are a perfect choice for larger outdoor areas which need strong protection from the elements. They can be installed at up to 7m wide without needing divider posts, making it the right choice for big balconies, veranda, and pergolas and other outdoor spaces such as outdoor café and restaurant dining areas. These robust outdoor blinds also feature side guides to ensure protection from all climate conditions and privacy.

Zipscreen Extreme Blind Key Features Include:

  • excellent protection from weather conditions like wind, sun, and rain with complete seal and lock technology
  • installation of up to 7m wide without divider posts needed
  • aluminium tube options of either 130mm or 110mm in diameter
  • fully motorised controls
  • the option for wind and sun sensors for automated operation
  • solar tough fabrics to protect from the sun while providing privacy
  • easily retracted during high storms and winds to prevent damage
  • bottom rail and the channels of the Zipscreen Extreme Blind come in a range of shades, which can also be powder coated to achieve the look of your choice to suit your style and décor.

Zipscreen Blind Benefits in a Nutshell:

  • insect and bug proof
  • best protection from the elements
  • extends your interior living space outdoors
  • zip channels mean fabric stays taut and won’t pull out
  • fabric doesn’t billow or flap in the breeze
  • stylish and functional
  • ideal for patios, decks, courtyards and balconies

Both our Zipscreen and Zipscreen Extreme outdoor blinds come with a five-year warranty and our expert tradespeople will fully install them for you.

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If you are looking for convenience, quality and reliability, along with expert advice, ask us about Factory Direct’s outdoor blinds solutions. We have a huge range of Zipscreen Blinds, Zipscreen Extreme Blinds, Folding Arm Awnings, Shutters, Roller Shutters and Balcony Blinds available.

Are you ready to extend your living area outdoors and protect your entertaining area from the elements? We can help you select the best solutions to protect and enhance your home or business for ultimate comfort and convenience.

Get in touch online or give us a call on 1300 077 125. Our experienced, friendly team will be happy to bring the mobile showroom to you and help you select the perfect solutions to enhance your home.

As the weather slowly warms and the days lengthen through spring, our lifestyles will naturally begin to gravitate outdoors. We’ll open up the sliding doors to our patios, balconies and decks, embracing once again the indoor-outdoor flow of our living spaces. We’ll break out the barbeques and serve dinners on the back deck. Or, we may venture outdoors early to watch the sunrise over a morning coffee.

Alfresco dining is back on the table, and now is the perfect time to give those tired outdoor spaces a spring makeover to maximise their functionality and comfort in time for summer. The right blinds or awnings can make a huge difference to the look and feel of your outdoor living areas.

You can create shade, filter the sunlight, or opt for a complete block-out solution to stem the flow of light entirely. You can gain protection from the wind and rain, and keep those pesky insects at bay. You can also create privacy or enhance the security of your outdoor spaces when required.

How do you know which styles of outdoor blinds or awnings will be best for your space? Here is an overview of the most popular styles of outdoor weather protection, and the best applications of each.

Zipscreens for a Seamless Transition Between Spaces

Zipscreens are modern, minimalistic and seamless. A perfect complement to the mild south-east Queensland climate, they provide for harmonious connections between indoor and outdoor living spaces. Zipscreens are insect and bug proof, and ideal for decks, patios and balconies.

Secured on either side by zip channels, they remain taut and won’t billow or flap in the breeze. They can also be fully motorised for ease of use. Depending on your preferred functionality, zipscreens may be customised in a range of fabric options. Coloured shade-cloth or block-out fabrics filter the sunlight and provide privacy. Alternatively, industrial-strength PVC creates a completely clear and weatherproof option.

As stylish as they are functional, our zipscreens all come with a five-year warranty and professional installation.

Balcony Blinds for Privacy and Weather Protection

Blinds are another great option, offering both privacy and weather protection for alfresco living spaces. Perfect for enclosing pergolas, verandas, balconies and even cafes, balcony blinds come in a wide range of fabrics and styles.

There are cord and pulley blinds, which are manually cord operated and roll up from the bottom. For small to medium-sized spaces, multi-stop channel blinds are a great option, as are spring roll-up blinds. Both of these styles are manually operated.

For larger spaces, the best options include straight drop, heavy-duty side channel, or wire-guide blinds. The latter two options can be motorised, and all operate to a maximum panel width of between 5800—6000mm. Finally, zip-up café blinds provide weather protection in outdoor dining spaces.

Out extensive range of balcony blinds can be further customised through your choice of fabrics and materials, from sunscreen to clear PVC to acrylic canvas.

Folding Arm Awnings to Shade Large Outdoor Areas

Where your alfresco living spaces extend beyond the coverage of a permanent roof, folding arm awnings provide an excellent shading solution. Perfect for pools as well as alfresco patios and entertainment areas, these awnings can be retracted when not in use, or when you want to allow extra sunlight into your outdoor space.

Folding arm awnings can cover an area up to 6.5 metres wide with a 4-metre projection from the side of the building on which they are mounted. They can be manually operated, or motorised for an extra touch of convenience.

All our awnings feature a five-year warranty and are professionally installed by our qualified tradespeople.

Roller Shutters for Light Blocking, Insulation and Security

Roller shutters provide total light-blocking functionality, and corresponding insulation benefits to protect your home’s interiors – when closed – from harsh sunlight and summer heat. They offer additional benefits of privacy, security and protection from the elements.

Robust, sleek and stylish, roller shutters are a versatile and highly functional option for enhancing your outdoor living spaces, particularly in areas where privacy and security are important.

Our Australian-made roller shutters are available in a range of colours with your choice of motorised or manual operation. They are equally well suited to residential and commercial applications and come with a five-year warranty.

Selecting Outdoor Blinds or Awnings to Suit Your Space

Are you ready to give your outdoor living spaces a fresh spring make-over? We have over 20 years’ experience in tailoring outdoor shade and weather-protection solutions to suit the south-east Queensland climate.

Call us on 1300 077 125 or get in touch online to book in a time for your free measure and quote. One of our friendly consultants will be happy to talk you through the best options for maximising your outdoor living space.

Factory Direct Shutters and Blinds has won the ProductReview.com.au awards for the best Shutters and Blinds Shop in Queensland in a highly competitive field based on outstanding customer reviews.

“We deeply appreciate the recognition from the ProductReview judges in awarding us the these accolades among our Australian competitors for 2022,” Justin Ralph, Director of Factory Direct Shutters said.

The annual awards highlight products and services that the ProductReview community have rated highly and are completely independent from the platform’s commercial offerings.

Factory Direct Shutters and Blinds has over 300 5-star customer reviews on the ProductReview.com.au platform, with an overall average rating of 4.7 out of 5.

“We’re extremely thankful to our customers for taking the time to rate us so well among a competitive industry,” Mr Ralph said.

“It’s a huge pat on the back for our team and for the quality of our products too.

“Ultimately this win goes to our people for always going over and above for our customers. There will be a round of cheers and celebration at all our stores this week!”

ProductReview.com.au is Australia's most comprehensive consumer rating site. The platform allows customers to rate, review, research and compare brands, products and services.

The judging process involved performing qualitative analysis and comparisons to gauge a sentiment score and the following criteria:

  • Has a minimum average rating of 4.1 stars on 31st October 2021
  • 10 or more approved reviews written and approved between November 1st 2020 to October 31st 2021
  • That the company is listed in a selection of the most popular categories on ProductReview.com.au
  • That the company offered full retail availability to the Australian public for most of 2021

One of the many stand out ratings by a happy Factory Direct Customer in 2021

Mark N. ~ Everything They Promised

We were very impressed by the product knowledge of the consultant who came out to advise us about window coverings for our new house. The recommendation was perfect, the shutters arrived ahead of the scheduled time and the installed not only cleaned away the packaging. He even vacuumed the floor after the job was completed. Nice to deal with a company that lives up to their promises.

 

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We spend hours and hours at work, so why not make it as inviting and comfortable as our homes?

There’s loads to be gained in terms of improved productivity and enhanced mood when the right lighting and comfort are in place to create an inviting atmosphere. Blinds are available in a range of materials like wood, vinyl, PVC, aluminium and natural fabrics. Whether you’re keen to cut out the sunlight, to create privacy or create a particular vibe, there’s a solution for a range of needs and preferences. In this blog we explore the best blinds to install at work to make it feel more like home.

 

Panel glide blinds

Window blinds have their advantages and can become appealing design elements in their own right with the right blinds in place. Panel glide blinds are one strong option to create a beautiful and memorable design aesthetic in your workplace.

Made from a series of cloth panels that slide back and forth, they offer you optimal light control and privacy. Designed for larger windows or sliding doors, these custom-made blinds add wonderful functionality and versatility to any room with the the ability to create a room divider. They overlap slightly and can be configured to open and close in any direction.

These blinds provide a contemporary alternative to vertical blinds for covering large windows or sliding doors. Check out our range of different material and colour options available for panel glide blinds like solar screen, woven fabrics, and patterned fabrics.

Curtains

Curtains are stylish, convenient, affordable, and diverse in their style potentials. Fine-tune your indoor with our stylish curtains, drapery and valances. Window treatments are incredibly important for professional interior design aesthetic in the workplace and curtains can assist in creating a stunning and relaxed feel.

Get creative with curtains at work to soften harsh or sterile feeling window dressings which add beauty and framing to your windows.

Where walls once divided the space, curtain panels at workspaces can also help open and close off areas in a unique and less rigid way while also allowing for multi-purposes in an area which are warm, fun and stylish.

Roller Blinds

Roller blinds use a single sheet of cloth on a roller mechanism, customised to be adjustable for different window sizes and orientations. They’re highly functional, elegant and do a fantastic job of cooling an area from the sun and creating shade. Roller blinds are made from one continuous sheet of fabric. This leads to a clutter-free, stylish look. Choose from complete blockout roller blinds, light filtering blinds, and UV protection sunscreen roller blinds.

They’re affordable, immediately make a positive impact to a space and are easy to include a install in almost any office design scheme or style. They also are available in multiple formats for extra functionality.

Blockout roller blinds are perfect for conference rooms where total light block is required. Whereas sunscreen roller blinds are recommended for workstation areas and open office spaces to keep the comfort and temperature controlled – they’re super efficient at reducing UV harm, cutting sun glare and creating warmth by blocking cold in the Winter months.

Vertical Blinds

Standard vertical blinds are available in neutral colours like grey, white and beige but to create a unique look to match your brand colours, there’s a vast range of colours to choose from. Vertical blinds popular because they’re durable, budget-friendly, and easy to maintain as their vertical design requires less cleaning. They’re perfect for larger glass windows and door areas. These blinds also provide maximum light control and are suitable for sliding doors.

Venetian Blinds

Venetian blinds allow more control over light and privacy with their sleek, tilting blades. They’re available in several materials like wood, aluminium or PVC and can be customised to suit your office space perfectly. Aluminium venetian blinds create sleek and modern look while wooden venetians create a softer, graceful vibe. Venetian blinds are also recommended for boardrooms and CEO spaces where privacy is necessary as these blinds can be fully closed blocking any visibility into and out of the room they’re installed in.

 

Shutters

Almost everyone has used a typical plantation shutter. They do a wonderful job of capturing  the breeze, while also allowing light to filter through or to create privacy and security. They remain a timeless and stunning solution for office window coverings. Shutters are durable, affordable, and straightforward to install.

Shutters are easy to clean and come with a range of different width options, building materials, colours and installation style treatments to transform almost any space. An added advantage of the shutter is privacy. They’re one of the best options to provide the privacy at work.

 

Consider the following factors when choosing blinds for your office:

 

Upgrading the office design

Office window blinds are typically used for privacy and security, but in order to create a professional and welcoming environment they need to be aesthetically modern too. Blinds can help transform your workspace from a sweltering hot zone with issues of privacy to one which feels somehow calmer, cooler and more functional. There’s a lot which can be done with the right window dressings!

Blocking out the surface light totally

For any sort of presentation, you’d need total light blockout and privacy. Blockout Roller blinds are an ideal solution in this case for boardrooms and meeting spaces as these blinds block light and warmth out of the space completely for total privacy.

Managing glare

While working on computers or other screens, the glare of the sun hitting the screen can become a distraction. For glare, installing adjustable internal blinds with some opacity are a wonderful solution.

Controlling the temperature 

Light filtering window shade and vertical blinds are excellent for managing the temperature. For heat reduction lighter coloured blinds are preferred as they reflect the warmth more efficiently.


Design trends at work are continually evolving and changing, but a lot of blind options are timeless in style and elegance. Consider how the location of your office and your industry could positively influence the design choices made in your window dressings. Many businesses have moved away from the attitude of maximizing the office’s physical space to embracing an employee-centric and wellbeing design. Leaders are seeking designs and window fittings to increase happiness and productivity at work and increase staff retention.

Ready to get creative in your office?

We bring the showroom to you so you can check out all the best options for your office space. Contact us on 1300 077 125 today for your free measure or quote.

 

If you’re in the workforce chances are you typically spend more time at work than any other place, so it’s fast becoming the norm for our office spaces to be designed to feel more like home. Check out Google’s headquarters for its out of this world workplace design, comfort and creativity aimed at nourishing people’s creativity and providing maximum comfort.

Gone are the days of beige colour schemes, no windows, zero décor (AKA vibe), and daggy furniture. What’s more, there’s big benefit in getting it right. Offices that are warm and inviting tend to increase productivity among your teams and encourage business from outsiders too, a win-win. One of the often-overlooked aspects of office design is window treatments. Installing shutters or blinds to your office (inside or out) can make a huge difference to the look and feel of the space with several added benefits, like energy cost savings too. Read on to get the full low down.

Styling Considerations

The first design principle to consider when enhancing the look and feel of your workplace is the impact the window dressing will have on the appearance of the building inside and out. From motorised blinds to louvre awnings, outdoor blinds, indoor blinds or shutters, there’s plenty of options to ensure the most visible part of the building makes a fantastic first impression. It’s worth getting it right too – untidy, ugly or wrong colour choices can easily spoil your entire space and create an unprofessional end result. The type of blind, its fabric and how its positioned make a big impact on both external and internal appearances too. Choose carefully and get some guidance from an experienced Factory Direct Shutters and Blinds specialist.

Wellbeing Considerations

In making the right choice of shutters or blinds for your office, key factors of occupant wellbeing relating to blinds include plenty of natural light, the indoor air quality, a decent view outside, glare control and physical comfort. Internationally recognised assessment frameworks such as BREEAM, Ska and WELL are typically used to benchmark sustainability and wellbeing factors.

Where should I position my shutters or blinds?

Another style consideration is where to position your shutters or blinds, particularly the hardware and storage container when not in use. It should ideally be concealed as much as possible to ensure a professional appearance to your office and to prevent glare. We recommend solutions based on your building’s orientation and style needs, often recessing discreet boxed compartments to stow away blinds, awnings or other window dressings when not in use with a clearly defined zone for the blinds.

Reduce Energy usage

Another key design benefit of installing window blinds or shutters for your office is reducing energy consumption. Exorbitant power bills are rife at work with power sucking air conditioners, heaters, lights, and equipment all a major drain on your business’s back pocket.

Blinds and other window dressings are fantastic solution for reducing cooling or heating costs and for preventing overheating. It’s quite challenging to work in too hot or too cold and this can be powerfully improved with shutters or blinds and other window dressings. Positioning of the blinds in relation to any glazing, and the type of fabric used selected are important factors in meeting the thermal needs of the space. Fabric selection also has an impact on glare control, so light control and temperature considerations should always be assessed together.

 

Getting the Light Right

The primary function of any window dressing is to help regulate light for the comfort of those in your office building. Two key points to consider are the positioning of the blinds or other window dressing and what fabric you choose in terms of UV blocking density, colour and material type. Our Queensland sunlight is one of the harshest in the world in terms of UV and sunlight can be incredibly harmful on equipment and furnishings, so it’s incredibly important to choose the right opacity of your fabric to control the conditions carefully.

Fabric selection will also have an impact on thermal performance, so light and thermal factors should always be considered together.

 

Weighing up the costs and options

Often finding out the cost of a window dressing is left until later in the design process. We strongly recommend getting an idea of the costs of different shutter and blind options early on to ensure a successful design and solution for your office. This can lead to situations where a very expensive solution must be used which could have been avoided if they were considered earlier in the process. For example, costs could be greater than anticipated due to specific building constraints with odd window shape or heights.

 

How long will office blinds last?

Durability and sustainability of the product chosen is another essential consideration in dressing your workplace windows. Choosing a window treatment based only on an initial purchase deal and aesthetics can end up being a costly and frustrating mistake when inferior products need replacing after only a short time. Think long term and ensure you choose the right fabric, style solutions which are not of an inferior quality or under-performing. Check out whether the blind system durability is matched to the fit-out life expectancy and a good warranty arrangement is available to. Also investigate where the product is designed and manufactured.

 

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about where our products come from and how they’re made.

 

Compliance

A final and all-important factor in choosing the right window dressings for your workplace is making sure that they comply with your current building regulations and safety standards.

Be sure to check whether the system you’re interested in is suitable for commercial use too. A large number of blind systems and other window dressings use materials which are designed for domestic use only and may not comply with the specific standards and regulations applicable to commercial buildings.


Ready to find out more?

With so many wonderful window coverings to choose from in a vast array of colours, fabrics and materials, we can help you identify the best ones for your office or home windows from our extensive range. 

We bring the showroom to you at Factory Direct Shutters, so that we can help provide the right style and quote recommendations for your space. Book now on 1300 077 125 or Contact Us online.