Roller Blinds - Urbanshade and Skye Blockout fabric ranges
Skye Porcelain (4002)
Introducing our new premium blackout range, Skye with its distinctive, muted textured look. On trend shades from the softest Swan white, beautiful silvery greys through to the charcoals and Raven black are perfect for today's New Zealand's homes.
Skye’s beautiful shades, the soft look and feel, quality thermal backing all add up to a premium fabric range at a sensational price point
Testimonial
We have hung the blinds and they look really nice. Many thanks for your prompt and friendly service.
I will definitely be wanting to purchase from Rods and Blinds Direct again in the near future as we work our way through renovating our home.
Once again many thanks from a very happy customer. Kind regards.
Measuring Guide
- How do I measure for blinds?
What You Will Need
- A metal tape measure (don't use dress maker's tape as they can stretch)
- Pen and paper
Handy Hints
We require all measurements in millimetres to the nearest millimetre to ensure the best possible fit.
When measuring your window be sure to take into account the position of handles, air vents and tiles if necessary which may obstruct fitting and function of the blind, this will ensure the location and fitting of the blind is perfect.
All our blinds are simple to fit and can all be face fixed into the wall or window frame, or top fixed into the lintel, giving you complete control over the fixing position. You will also need to note down which side of the blind the controls are to be located.
Remember to always double check you measurements!!
Exact or Recess?
You can choose to have your blind inside the window recess(frame) or hung on the outside(exact), this applies to all blind types:
Exact Explained
This term is used when you want your blind to be fitted on the outside of your window recess, your blind will then be made exactly to these measurements.
Recess Explained
This measurement is used when your blind is to be fitted inside the window recess; you haven't got to make any deductions as we will then make your blind so it fits perfectly into the window.
NOTE:There will be a small gap each side of the blind fabric to allow for the brackets and sidewinder to fit inside the frame.
How to Measure - Exact (outside frame)
Use these step by step Instructions if you want you the blind to hang on the outside of the window recess.
- Step 1 - Start by measuring the exact width you want the blind fabric to cover as shown and note down this measurement (see fig 1).
- Step 2 - Now measure the exact drop of the blind from the top where it is to be fitted and measure the required length you want the blind drop to be then note this measurement down. You now have the two measurements you require to choose any blind type from in our range.
Check that the window sill projection isn't going to obstruct the function of your blind.
NOTE: Your brackets will go beyond this measurement again.
IMPORTANT! Should you wish your blind to fit outside the frame but within a restricted space which will then include the fixtures you must then put inside frame fit.
HELPFUL NOTES: Remember when you give us the exact blind fabric width that you require, the brackets will come out an extra 17 mm on each side of the blind.
How to Measure - Recess (inside frame)
Use these step by step instructions if you want the blind inside the window recess.
- Step 1 - First measure the window recess from wall to wall or width in three places as shown (please measure where the actual blind is to fitted or located). Note down the shortest width measurement this is the measurement we need (see fig 2).
- Step 2 - Then measure the drop of the window recess from the top down to the sill in three places, again note the shortest drop measurement this is the measurement we need. Now you have the two measurements you require you can choose any type blind from our comprehensive range.
- A metal tape measure (don't use dress maker's tape as they can stretch)
- Which way should my blinds roll?
There are two ways your roller blinds may roll - either front roll or back roll.
Front Roll
This is where the fabric rolls off the front of the blind. This is the usual way a blind will roll when it is fitted inside the frame. We recommend this way for nearly all applications - especially if your window has aluminium window joinery.
Back Roll
This is where the blind rolls off the back of the blind. This is the usual way a blind will roll when it is exact or fitted on the outside of the frame. - Can we link roller blinds in the same window?
Yes, it is possible to link blinds in the same window. Please see specific questions below and refer to our linked blind page.
FAQs
- How long will my order take to be delivered?
We usually take between seven to twelve working days to process orders for sunscreen blinds, blackout roller blinds, venetian blinds, curtain rods and tracks and ready made curtains. If there is a delay ,you will be notified at time of placing your order. If you require your order by a certain date, please let us know and we will do our best to meet your deadline.
On our Easy-Fit curtain track range , we have same day dispatch on your order. As long as we receive your order by 1pm it will be dispathed that day . Delivery is usually the next day for most North Island customers and three days for most of the South Island. Our three day dispatch blinds will be sent within three working days. - My window is wider than the maximum width?
This is quite a common problem. Your window will require two blinds. Please contact us or phone us on 0800 763 748 so we can discuss the best options with you.
- What is three day dispatch?
Three day dispatch means that this particular item will be dispatched within three full working days of receiving your payment. Orders that consist of both three day dispatch and standard delivery products will all be processed at the standard delivery times.
Reviews
Great communication and blinds fit perfect!
Posted on 16th February 2020 by Matt from Auckland
Love the new roller blinds ... will be back for more!
Sean I learnt so much about roller blinds from talking with you; your personalized service was awesome ... see you again :-)
Thanks so much.
Staff very pleasant and a prompt service from ordering to receiving blinds Am very very pleased with the thermal blinds we received
Posted on 6th July 2019 by Adrienne from Wanganui
Thank you very much. The blinds look great, are very good value for money, and when there was a delay, you let me know. you also credited me with the special discount at the time, when I missed inputting it at the time of the order. Excellent service, and I will recommend.
Posted on 9th June 2019 by Rosemary from Masterton
great service as usual
Posted on 14th May 2019 by David from Christchurch
Easy ordering, good price, quick delivery, easy to install and great quality!
Posted on 26th February 2019 by Jennifer from Auckland
The samples allowed us to chose the perfect blind for us. Once we measured our window (using the great instructions Rods & Blinds gave us) our blinds arrived in less then a week and fit our window perfectly! Would definitely use again!
Posted on 30th July 2018 by Grace from WellingtonThis is the 2nd batch of blinds I bought from Rods and Blinds They’re really good quality roller blinds and I’m very happy with them. The 1st batch are still working and looking new even after a few years.
Posted on 11th March 2018 by J from Palmerston NorthI have just (easily) installed, all on my own, my 2.4m wide roller blind- crystal clear and fool-proof instructions, the beautifully-made and reasonably-priced blind fits perfectly! Thrilled, only wish I had got it sooner, it makes such a difference in my west-facing kitchen on these scorching summer afternoon. Thank you!
Posted on 2nd March 2018 by Fleur from HamiltonSo pleased with all our Blinds! Great customer service. When I rang they seemed to want to help. Excellent web site for ordering. Definitely recommend Rods and Blinds and will be using them again soon!
Posted on 1st November 2017 by Karen from AucklandHave ordered four times now. Three of these orders I have had issues with. PBT will not deliver large blinds via rural delivery - this needs to be told to clients ordering. Even though we have paid $15 foreign rural delivery, we have had to pick up orders ourselves. Also, no one ever replies to emails or phonecalls. I believe the three day dispatch is bollocks,
Posted on 26th October 2017 by Chris from Matamata