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Warmer weather is on its way here in the UK. And, whenever we move into a new season, it’s inevitable that interior design trends do so too. Spring 2021 will be one to remember after over a year of being cooped up in our homes. This newfound freedom is driving people to do the things they’ve always wanted to do – invest time in their physical health, build summer homes in their gardens and redecorate those rooms they’ve always disliked. Here at Shop4Blinds, we believe that new window blinds should be at the top of your focus list when it comes to bringing new trends and styles into your home. This is why we’ve pulled together this blog to show you all the newest trends this season and how you can bring them to life with your window blinds. 

2020 is the year of crafting the perfect home. After all, we’ve spent the better part of 6 months inside our houses and many of us have turned to interior design to get through this. One key window blind trend for this AW is doubling up – in essence, having 2 window blinds fitted to the same window to create a unique look. But is this possible on your windows? And what factors do you need to consider before placing your order. We’ll go through all of this here in today’s blog. 

Here at Shop4Blinds, we think that bathrooms are one of the most underappreciated rooms in the entire house. They are the places we relax after a hard day, wash off the stresses of a busy work environment and make ourself look our very best. But for some reasons, we focus all of our design dreams on having beautiful living rooms, kitchens and bedrooms. Don’t get us wrong – we think these rooms are just as important. But there’s something about a bathroom that, we feel, need more appreciation. Which is why we’re bringing you our top 3 reasons why your bathroom should be a focus – especially during autumn and winter 2020. 

If there’s one thing we can be sure of in 2020, it’s that Autumn and Winter will bring colder weather. And while this may not be entirely welcomed for many of us, it still provides a sense of stability and focuses with which we can begin to redesign our homes. The space where we are spending so much time at the moment is becoming more and more important. And, even as we come out of lockdown, many of us are trying to find ways to make the most of the space we have.

The colder days are definitely on the horizon and so is the need for thermal window blinds. If you’re someone who counts down the days until crisp leaves dot the floor and the fire becomes your haven every evening, then we’re moving into your favourite time of the year. And, if not, it’s still time to think about your home decor and how to adapt it for cooler days. When it comes to getting ready for Winter, most of us lean towards unpacking fluffy blankets and snuggling into our new slippers. But, did you know what your window blind choice can also have an impact on how cosy your home is? 

Whether you’ve spent hours trawling Pinterest or have an idea in mind, styling your home is exciting. From window blinds through to carpet, there are a whole host of decisions to make. Will you have carpet fitted? Can you get away with that bold wallpaper? Will your other half notice the gold pineapple lamp you’ve been eyeing up? No matter what you’re creating, you want a room to love. And the only way to do that is choose items you love that work together. 

So when it comes to window blinds, we ask the age old question – should window blinds match the colour of your walls? It doesn’t matter how adept you are at imagining your room fully dressed. Small features such as this can have a dramatic impact on the look and feel of a room. In this blog, we address this question and give you our tips to styling the perfect room. 

First things first – blind style

There’s no point worrying about colour if you don’t know what sort of window blind you’re after. And there are various styles available on the market. Roller blinds are classic, versatile and can be ordered in an array of patterns. Vertical blinds are perfect for longer window or patio doors. Equally, they’re easy to maintain with Replacement Blind Slates available to match. 

If you’re looking for elegance, consider Motorised or Electric Blinds too. These can be controlled by a remote control and adjusted from a distance. And, if you’re looking to for a classic design, Wooden Blinds are an elegant option. Once you choose the style of window blind you love, it will be considerably easy to address colour. 

Compliment or Contrast 

Now, let’s talk style. Some people fall in love with very specific, complementary pallets. We’ve all been in a wonderfully modern room with varying shades of the world’s favourite neutral – grey. Equally, some people just have an eye for colour pallets that work seamlessly together. If you’re looking to recreate something like this, definitely consider matching your blinds to the wall colour. Even if you go a few shades darker or lighter, this will only help to accentuate the style you’ve created. 

However, if you’re someone who celebrates bold clashing prints, now is the time to experiment. Think bright orange walls with green blinds! Or, more subtly, grey walls with a highly patterned, floral blind. Sometimes it pays to be bold and introduce the colours you love all in one place. Our one word of advice here though would be to consider longevity. We love those who take risks but be aware that you may fall out of love with the style quickly. And if redecorating isn’t your thing, this could be a bad option. 

Trim Colour 

Most window blinds will come accompanied with a trim. These are normally white, black or silver. If you’re looking to create a style that will last, consider using this as a starting point. Matching your blind to the trim will create a stylish and uniformed look with timeless appeal. Equally, you could opt for a similar tone but slightly darker to create contrast. 

The benefit here lies in the longevity. No matter how many times you redecorate your room, the window blind trim colour won’t change. So you won’t be forced to buy replacement blinds sooner than desired either. 

Match blinds to furniture

One of the best tips we ever had was to match blinds to your furniture. Most home owners will purchase furniture that they love. And pieces they expect to have in their homes forever. Therefore, choosing complimentary colours in your blinds should have a similar impact. Especially if you’re opting for wooden blinds. 

If the furniture in your home does little to spark imaginations, match blinds to your soft furnishings. A favourite pillow, perhaps? Or even the throw that takes the chill away each winter. Subtle hints like this make a room look out together. 

Now, over to you

At the end of the day, there is no right or wrong answer when it comes to this question. However your style takes you is where you should go. So experiment and browse the Shop4Blinds website today for more window blind inspiration. 

Combining prints is often considered a bold interior move, and it isn’t always easily achieved. With varying colours, directions and prints, it is often an overwhelming match. One that is not executed correctly, can often make an interior feel underwhelming. On the other hand, patterns that are successfully mixed, can bring vibrancy, a point of interest and texture. In our latest blog, we’ve highlighted five ways in which you can combine stunning prints to elevate your interior design.

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