<p>When it comes to fitting out a home with new window treatments, we often get asked questions such as, ‘should all blinds in your house match?’ and ‘should all blinds be the same?’. To keep it short, the answer is no, absolutely not! There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to styling your own home. That being said, however, you can never underestimate the appeal of cohesion! Here’s what to consider when coordinating blinds in the home.</p>

<h2>The function of the window</h2>
<p>Before choosing any type of window blind or curtain, it’s worth considering what the room is used for and how the windows need to function. For example, bedroom windows need light blocking window treatments, like <a href="/roller-blinds">roller blinds</a>, <a href="/roman-blinds">Roman blinds</a> or <a href="/curtains">curtains</a>, whereas bathroom windows require ones that offer privacy, like <a href="/indoor-shutters">shutters</a> or <a href="/venetian-blinds/aluminium">venetian blinds.</a></p>

<h2>The layout of your home</h2>
<p>Whether or not you should mix and match window treatments also comes down to the layout of your home. If your home is open plan, the preferred choice is to use the same style of blinds, curtains or shutters throughout the open area. This gives the space a unified and contemporary look, plus, it makes it easier to measure and fit the window treatments! Roller blinds, <a href="/vertical-blinds">vertical blinds</a> or <a href="/vertisheers">vertisheer blinds</a> are all popular choices for open plan living, as they provide optimal levels of light and privacy.</p>

<p>For other areas of the home, it’s fine to have different styles of blinds or curtains.</p>

<h2>Your wall colour</h2>
<p>Wondering if your blinds should match your wall colour? They certainly don’t have to, but it can make a striking statement! Alternatively, you can also go a few shades lighter than your wall colour for a more open, airy look.</p>

<h2>Choice of colour, fabric or material </h2>
<p>When it comes to coordinating blinds in the home, there are other ways to do this than just picking the same style of blind for each window in your home. When moving from room to room, make considered, cohesive choices when it comes to colour, fabric and material. For example, if you have white <a href="/roller-blinds/blockout">blockout roller blinds</a> in the bedroom, you could carry this look throughout other rooms in the home with white <a href="/indoor-shutters/aluminium">aluminium shutters</a> in the bathroom.</p>

<h2>Curb appeal and resale value</h2>
<p>A home with matching window treatments tends to look more uniform and appealing from the street (curb appeal). This is why <a href="/indoor-shutters/plantation-shutters">plantation shuttters</a> are a popular choice for street-facing windows. Plus, by matching your blinds, curtains or shutters rather than choosing different styles of blinds, this can also be appealing to potential buyers of your home.</p>

<h2>Pairing curtains and blinds</h2>
<p>Of course, you don’t always have to choose between curtains or blinds. By pairing two different products together, you can enjoy the best of both worlds!</p>
<p>If you’re interested in <a href="/blog/how-to-pair-curtains-and-blinds">pairing curtains and blinds together</a>, here are some quick tips on how to mix and match window treatments. </p>

<h3>1.	Choose the blind first</h3>
When pairing curtains and blinds together, it’s best to decide on the type of blind you want for the space first. As mentioned earlier, different rooms require different window treatments, so consider how you require the blind to function. 

<h3>2.	Settle on a style</h2>
<p>Once you’ve decided on a style for your blind and curtain, then it’s time to make some design choices. If you’re interested in prints, pairing curtains and blinds together looks best when a solid colour is chosen for one and a print is chosen for the other. Combining prints on both products can overpower a room, especially if the space is small.</p>

<h3>3.	Play with perception</h3>
<p>One of the key benefits of pairing curtains and blinds together is the ability to change the size of the window (well, at least the perception of it). Make a standard window look larger than it really is by installing blinds slightly below the ceiling, with the curtain rod at the same level as the blinds but extended beyond the window. Just discuss this with our team during your <a href="/booking">free measure and quote</a> and we’ll work something out for your window.</p>

<h3>4.	Don’t be afraid to accessorise</h3>
<p>Rather than adding unnecessary bulk, window accessories can actually help to bring your blind and curtain combination together. Curtain tiebacks can help to create a lovely draped effect, while pelmets can add a neat and stylish finish above the window. When it comes to hardware, we recommend curtain rods with a matte finish.</p>

<p><strong>Want more tips on matching your blinds or pairing curtains and blinds together? Give us a call us on <a href="tel:+131315">13 13 15</a>, visit one of our <a href="/showrooms-perth"Perth showrooms</a> or arrange a <a href="/booking">free measure and quote</a> with a highly-trained consultant in your own home.</p>

<p>All of our blinds, curtains and awnings are made in Australia and are sold for the lowest prices in the market, guaranteed. Just bring in a quote on any competitor’s comparable item and we’ll beat it by 5%!</p>

Curious to hear an expert’s advice on whether or not all the blinds in your house should match? Keep reading! 

Ask ABC: Should all blinds in your house match?

<p>Meet the Belharra! This stunning display home by Commodore Homes is a cosy 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom design in Calleya Estate that features blinds and curtains from our range! Browse the photos below to see our products in action and keep reading to hear how the interior designers at Studio Cult brought this home to life!</p>

<em><p>“You know what they say… Paris is always a good idea! Heavily inspired by the chic, Parisian way of life, the concept for the Belharra was poetic Parisian which we brought to life with elegant French interiors. Drawing reference from 19th century design, simple wall quad moulding was applied to the master suite bedhead wall enhance to add a touch of subtle sophistication. Playful bursts of on-trend colours like olive green, cobalt blue, serpent grey and cerise pink are a reference to the art deco movement and have been incorporated throughout. We united the juxtaposition of period details with on-trend blinds and shades by installing window coverings from  <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blinds">ABC Blinds Perth</a>  throughout the home.</p></em>

<img width="100%" src="/images/blog/media/studio-cult-parsian-main-image-3.jpg"> 

<em><p>Every Parisian interior needs a captivatingly romantic element, and Filigree Odin <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/curtains/material-sheer">Sheer Curtains</a>  in the colour Marble make the perfect selection for the living room. We chose to install sheer bedroom curtains for the master suite as well, as this area is visible from the alfresco areas. Although we wouldn’t usually place a sheer into a child’s room, the polyester sheer linen curtain fabric was chosen because the bedroom was on the street scape of the home, and we wanted to create a warm environment to soften the angular front elevation. By installing the sheer on a white track to the underside of the cornice, this draws attention to the height of each room and celebrates the stunning structure of the display home.</p></em>

<em><p>Moving over to the laundry, we installed White Sunscreen <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds">Roller Blinds</a> as a cost-effective window solution. Colour matching the reverse of the material allows the interior and exterior to have a cohesive aesthetic. Plus, the PVC coating of these blinds is incredibly low maintenance. Roller blinds can be cleaned simply by wiping the blind with soapy water and a damp cloth, then leaving to dry. Another great benefit to the roller blind range is that the Vivid Shade can be matched with a blackout fabric, such as the Elite collection to create a dual roller. The purpose of dual rollers is to control light entering the room while enjoying daytime privacy.</p></em>

<img width="100%" src="/images/blog/media/studio-cult-parsian-main-image-2.jpg"> 

<em><p>The bathroom and ensuite of the Belharra feature 50mm Novawood or <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/venetian-blinds/timber">Timber-look Venetian Blinds</a> in White. Unlike timber Venetians, these blinds are made of a hard-wearing PVC material which is both water and moisture resistant. This ensures that the quality of the Venetian blinds allows no compromise on style within the wet areas of the project. We chose to repeat the Novawood product to bedroom two, which was designed for a teenager. This was to allow further control of light entering the room with the blind’s tilt control function. Plus, the refined 70mm pelmet that comes with the blinds is in line with the Parisian style that features throughout.”</p></em>

<p>Interested in other projects featuring our products? Head to Studio Cult’s <a href="https://www.instagram.com/studio.cult/">Instagram.</a> </p> 

<p>If you’d like to learn more <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au"> about ABC Blinds,</a> give us a call us on <a href="tel:+131315">13 13 15,</a> visit one of our <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/showrooms-perth">Perth showrooms</a> or arrange a <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/booking">free measure and quote</a> with a highly-trained consultant in your own home.</p> 

See how the team from Studio Cult have styled products from ABC Blinds in this poetically Parisian home.


Create a Parisian Home in Perth | Studio Cult x ABC Blinds

Studio Cult x ABC Blinds: How to Create a Parisian Style Home in Perth

<h2>Why we love Natural Wonders Blinds</h2>
<p>Like the look of Roman Blinds, but prefer the look and feel of natural wood? Keep reading to learn about the latest addition to our product range: Natural Wonders Blinds.</p>

<h3>What are Natural Wonders Blinds?</h3>
<p>With their sleek, fold-up design, these wooden blinds are often compared to Roman Blinds. Like Romans, Natural Wonders Blinds are ideal for increasing privacy in your home, as they don’t have slats that nosey neighbours can look into.</p>

<h3>Made from natural wood</h3> 
<p>Similar to other woven wood blinds, Natural Wonders Blinds are made using a combination of bamboo, reeds, jutes and grasses. Not only does this eco-friendly combination of natural materials look great, but it will also help to retain heat in your home (which is ideal when the temperature drops) and can stop harmful UV light from damaging your interior furniture.</p>

<h3>Get the holiday look in your home</h3>
<p>The Hamptons look is continuing to be popular in Aussie homes, featuring natural colour palettes, light living areas and natural textures. Installing Natural Wonders Blinds is an easy (and affordable) way to achieve this look, with the natural weave of the blinds creating an aesthetically pleasing focal point in the home. Choose from three stylish colours: white, light brown and tan brown.</p>

<h3>Customise your blinds</h3>
<p>Like all ABC products, Natural Wonders Blinds can be custom-made to suit the room you plan to install them in. These wooden blinds look beautiful in dining areas and living spaces, and they can also be lined to function in bedrooms or lounge areas that require total darkness. By lining your Natural Wonders Blinds, you can also extend the life of your indoor blinds, prevent fading and reduce energy costs.</p>

<h3>How to operate</h3>
<p>When it comes to operating these blinds, you can choose corded shades with chain control or cord control, or a cordless shade. To make operation even easier, you can also choose motorisation of your woven blinds!</p>

<p>Natural Wonders blinds are now available in all ABC Blinds showrooms, so if you’re interested in these indoor blinds, we’d love to hear from you! <a href="tel:131315">Give us a call</a>, request a free measure and quote, or pop into one of our <a href="/showrooms-perth">showrooms</a> to see them for yourself.</p>

Achieve the holiday look in your home for an affordable price with Natural Wonders, the latest addition to our product range.

Achieve the holiday look in your home for an affordable price with Natural Wonders wood blinds, the latest addition to our product range.