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The tapes have a subtle herringbone texture which gives an elegant appearance with added depth. You can choose from 10 stunning colours ranging from pure white Cotton to black Jet.
Our made-to-measure Venetian blinds are available with a selection of top treatment to decorate and align the slats. Both options fulfil their main function perfectly-syncing the operation of the slats, so you can tilt them in one smooth motion.
The standard top treatment means the slats are decorated with colour matched string made out of durable polyester. If you want no distraction from your beautiful slats, this is the best option.
The premium top treatment comes with a selection of tape colours. The herringbone tape is position of both sides of the blind and can be one of the 10 colours. You can choose a matching colour or contrasting one to create a sense of depth.
Choose a stacking option to suit your window layout and how you prefer your blinds to open. Vertical Blinds can be configured in several ways to provide the perfect balance of light control and accessibility.
The Left Stack gathers all louvres neatly to the left side leaving the rest of the window free.
The Right Stack positions them to the right leaving the rest of the window free.
For a balanced look, the Split Draw opens the blinds from the centre, with louvres dividing evenly to both sides.
The Centre Stack gathers all louvres in the middle, leaving the sides clear for an open, spacious appearance.
Our made-to-measure Roman blinds are available with a selection of control systems to suit different needs and preferences — from traditional manual operation to advanced smart home integration.
The control chains provide smooth, effortless operation of your Vertical Blind. One chain adjusts the position of the louvres, drawing them open or closed, while the other controls their angle to fine-tune light and privacy. The controls can be positioned on either the left or right side to suit your room layout. Choose from White (standard) or Black plastic chains, or upgrade to Nickel metal finishes for a touch of elegance and durability.
The wand control offers a simple, child-safe alternative to traditional chain operation. A single white plastic wand combines both functions—allowing you to smoothly rotate the louvres to adjust light levels and draw them open or closed in one easy motion. Designed for convenience and safety, the wand control provides clean, modern functionality with a minimal look.
The bottom weight is an essential detail that keeps each louvre hanging straight and stable, ensuring a smooth, even drop across your Vertical Blind. It prevents unwanted swaying and helps maintain a neat, professional finish.
Chained Style, where each weight is connected by a discreet white chain and neatly covered with matching fabric.
Premium Concealed Style, featuring a hidden internal weight fully enclosed within the louvre for a sleek, modern appearance.
Our made-to-measure vertical blinds are available with a variety of heading styles, designed to create a polished finish while ensuring smooth operation.
The classic heading features a traditional design where the white aluminium track is visible above the louvres. The small minimal track works perfectly for tight fits.
For a more elevated look, the track attaches the top of the blind to a sleek aluminium cassette. The cassette is available in four styles: covered in matching fabric, plastic, silver, or anthracite, providing a refined and contemporary finish.
Our made-to-measure Fifty50™ blinds are available with a selection of control systems to suit different needs and preferences — from traditional manual operation to advanced smart home integration.
The standard control system uses a durable chain, available in white or black plastic, nickel, or brass finishes. The chain can be positioned on either the right or left side of the blind and is supplied with a P-clip for secure fixing. All chains fully comply with British child safety regulations, ensuring safe and reliable operation.
The bottom bar is a key finishing detail of every Fifty50™ Blind, ensuring the dual fabric layers stay evenly aligned for smooth movement and a flawless finish. It provides balance, helps the fabric glide effortlessly, and enhances the overall look of the blind.
The Classic bottom bar is wrapped in matching fabric for a coordinated appearance. The bar is integrated to the rotation mechanism to create a smooth elegant finish.
The Premium bottom bar is designed with extra weight for added durability and stability. It sits neatly above the rotation mechanism for optimal performance and is covered in matching fabric for consistent look.
A white aluminium bottom bar offers a clean, neutral finish that blends seamlessly with most fabrics and interiors. The White bottom bar inheres all excellent features of the Premium Bottom bar.
A silver aluminium bottom bar delivers a polished, versatile finish that works well with a wide range of fabrics and décor styles. The Silver bottom bar inheres all excellent features of the Premium Bottom bar.
An anthracite aluminium bottom bar adds a contemporary, sophisticated touch, ideal for coordinating with neutral or industrial-style interiors. The Anthracite bottom bar inheres all excellent features of the Premium Bottom bar.
Our made-to-measure Fifty50™ blinds are available with a variety of heading styles, designed to create a polished finish while ensuring smooth operation.
The classic heading features a traditional design where the operating system is fully hidden behind the fabric, offering a clean and minimalist appearance.
For a more elevated look, the cassette heading attaches the top of the blind to a sleek aluminium cassette. The cassette is available in four styles: covered in matching fabric, plastic, silver, or anthracite, providing a refined and contemporary finish.
Proper measuring is essential for a perfect fit. Follow this step-by-step guide for accurate measurements for all blinds.
Our made-to-measure Roman blinds are available with a selection of control systems to suit different needs and preferences — from traditional manual operation to advanced smart home integration.
The standard control system uses a durable chain, available in white or black plastic, nickel, or brass finishes. The chain can be positioned on either the right or left side of the blind and is supplied with a P-clip for secure fixing. All chains fully comply with British child safety regulations, ensuring safe and reliable operation.
The remote control option is available exclusively with motorised cassette blinds. Customers can choose between a 1-channel remote, ideal for controlling a single group of blinds, or a 5-channel remote, which allows for independent control of up to five groups. All motorised blinds also include a manual tassel, enabling you to operate the blind without the remote if needed.
Also available only with motorised cassette blinds, the Wi-Fi Hub enables full smart home integration, allowing your blinds to be operated via voice control or through compatible smart devices for effortless convenience.
The bottom bar of a roller blind provides structure and weight, ensuring the fabric hangs neatly and does not sway with every gust of wind. All bottom bars are made of aluminium for durability and stability.
A bottom bar covered in matching fabric creates a seamless, continuous look, blending elegantly with the rest of the blind.
A white aluminium bottom bar offers a clean, neutral finish that blends seamlessly with most fabrics and interiors.
A silver aluminium bottom bar delivers a polished, versatile finish that works well with a wide range of fabrics and décor styles.
An anthracite aluminium bottom bar adds a contemporary, sophisticated touch, ideal for coordinating with neutral or industrial-style interiors.
Our roller blinds are available with a selection of base cloths, each designed to control light and enhance performance according to your needs.
The light-filtering base cloth gently dims the room by allowing only a limited amount of natural light to pass through. This creates a soft, ambient glow while maintaining privacy.
The blackout base cloth completely blocks out external light, ensuring perfect darkness in the room. It also adds insulation properties, helping to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature.
The waterproof base cloth combines blackout performance with water resistance, making it ideal for bathrooms or other humid environments. This durable material is easy to clean and provides long-lasting protection against moisture while maintaining full light-blocking capabilities.
Our made-to-measure Roller blinds are available with a variety of heading styles, designed to create a polished finish while ensuring smooth operation.
The classic heading features a traditional design where the operating system is hidden behind the fabric, offering a clean and minimalist appearance. The side brackets have simple design which disappears against our elegant designs.
The No Drill heading offers simple installation – perfect for DIY projects or renters. The blind uses innovative ‘simply twist’ system which holds the blind with tension inside of the window recess. Simply place the blind inside of the recess and twist the tension plunger on the opposite side of the control.
For a more elevated look, the cassette heading attaches the top of the blind to a sleek aluminium cassette. The cassette is available in four styles: covered in matching fabric, plastic, silver, or anthracite, providing a refined and contemporary finish.
The Motorised Classic heading combines the elegant design of the classic heading and functionality of the electric blinds. A quiet motor is placed inside of the blind tube and it can be operated manually or remotely.
The motorised cassette option incorporates a motor inside the cassette for wireless operation. It is available in the same four cassette styles as the standard cassette, combining modern convenience with a streamlined, stylish appearance.
Our made-to-measure Roman blinds offer a range of control options to suit both traditional and modern preferences, ensuring ease of use and safety.
The standard control system uses a chain, available in white or black plastic, nickel, or brass finishes. Chains can be positioned on the right or left side of the blind and come with a P-clip for secure fixing. All chains comply with British safety regulations for child safety.
The remote control option is available only with motorised cassette blinds. You can choose a 1-channel remote to control a single group of blinds, or a 5-channel remote to operate up to five groups independently, offering flexible control across multiple windows. All motorised blinds also come with a manual tassel, allowing you to operate the blind easily without using the remote.
Also exclusive to motorised cassette blinds, the Wi-Fi Hub allows your blinds to be integrated into a smart home system, enabling voice control and seamless operation through compatible smart devices.
Our made-to-measure Roman blinds can be finished with a selection of linings, each offering different levels of light control, texture, and insulation. The right lining enhances not only the look of your blind but also its performance and comfort.
A reliable and affordable standard lining, polycotton provides a smooth backing that helps protect the fabric from sunlight while maintaining a neat and consistent appearance. It’s the ideal everyday choice for quality and value.
A premium lining that enhances the drape and softness of the fabric, giving your Roman blinds a more refined and elegant finish. The satin texture allows the folds to fall smoothly, creating a beautifully tailored look.
A dense, light-blocking lining designed to eliminate external light and improve privacy. Ideal for bedrooms and media rooms, blackout lining ensures complete darkness and contributes to better insulation and comfort.
A high-performance lining featuring an additional bonded layer between the main fabric and the blackout lining. This option enhances both light control and insulation, giving the blind a slightly thicker, more luxurious feel while maintaining smooth and even folds.
Our made-to-measure Roman blinds offer two stylish stacking options, each creating a distinct look when the blind is raised. The choice of stacking affects how the folds appear and how much of the window remains visible when open.
A durable and affordable standard lining, polycotton provides a neat finish while helping to protect the fabric from sunlight and wear. It’s the perfect everyday choice for a balanced combination of quality and value.
The waterfall option arranges the folds in evenly spaced steps, producing a visually striking effect. While this adds a decorative, layered look, it slightly reduces the visible window area when the blind is open, giving the fabric a more dramatic presence.
Our made-to-measure Roman blinds are available with a selection of heading styles, each designed to create a distinct look and finish while providing smooth operation.
The classic heading features a traditional design where the operating system is fully hidden behind the fabric, offering a clean and elegant appearance. This style keeps the focus entirely on the fabric and folds of the blind.
No Drill heading option is a perfect choice for fans of DIY or renters. The ‘simply twist’ mechanism, allows you to fit your blind inside of the window recess without drilling holes or using screws. The tension system was tested against our chain control, to make sure the stability of the blind.
For a more elevated and contemporary look, the cassette heading attaches the top of the blind to a sleek aluminium cassette. The cassette is available in four styles: covered in matching fabric, plastic, silver, or anthracite, adding a polished finish and subtle architectural detail.
The motorised classic option keeps the elegant and clean appearance of the classic heading, but adds extra functionality. The fabric covers an quiet motor which can be operated manually or remotely.
The motorised cassette option incorporates a motor inside the cassette, allowing for convenient wireless control of your blind. It is available in the same four cassette styles as the standard cassette, combining modern functionality with a refined, streamlined appearance.
Our made-to-measure curtains are available with a range of lining options, each designed to enhance appearance, performance, and comfort. The choice of lining influences how your curtains hang, how much light they block, and how well they insulate your space.
A durable and affordable standard lining, polycotton provides a neat finish while helping to protect the fabric from sunlight and wear. It’s the perfect everyday choice for a balanced combination of quality and value.
A premium lining that enhances the curtain’s drape and adds a soft, luxurious feel. The smooth satin finish improves the way the fabric falls and subtly enriches its appearance, making it ideal for elegant interiors.
A thick, light-blocking lining that completely prevents external light from passing through. Perfect for bedrooms or media rooms, blackout lining creates full darkness and helps regulate room temperature for improved comfort.
An additional insulating layer that can be added to any of the above linings. Interlining increases fullness, enhances drape, and improves thermal efficiency—making your curtains feel more substantial and luxurious.
Our made-to-measure curtains are available in a variety of heading styles, each designed to create a distinct look and finish. The choice of heading influences how the fabric gathers, drapes, and complements your interior style.
A timeless and versatile option featuring neatly gathered folds for a soft, classic look. Available in 3-inch and 6-inch heading sizes, pencil pleat curtains suit both traditional and modern interiors.
Elegant and structured, the double pinch pleat heading features pairs of pleats sewn at regular intervals, creating a refined and tailored appearance. Available in 4-inch and 6-inch heading sizes, it offers a beautifully balanced drape.
A luxurious and formal heading style with groups of three pleats hand-finished for a fuller, more opulent look. Available in 4-inch and 6-inch heading sizes, triple pinch pleat curtains bring a sense of grandeur and precision to any room.
Modern and minimalist, the eyelet heading features metal rings at the top of the curtain for smooth gliding along the pole. Available with 40mm or 50mm eyelets in a choice of five finishes, this style delivers a clean, contemporary look with deep, even folds.
Sleek and effortlessly elegant, the wave heading creates smooth, continuous folds that flow evenly when the curtain is opened or closed. Designed to be used with a compatible track system, this style offers a modern and understated aesthetic ideal for large windows or contemporary spaces.
The option comes with free track. Tracks over 2400mm width will be supplied in two pieces with a joining plate.
Proper measuring is essential for a perfect fit. Follow this step-by-step guide for accurate measurements for all curtain types, including pencil pleat, eyelet, and wave curtains.
