Expert guides for the perfect finish.

PVC, aluminium or wood? A guide to the three main types of window shutters, what each does best, and which rooms they suit, so you can choose with confidence.

Roller blinds suit almost any New Zealand home. Here are five reasons to choose them, from versatile blockout and sunscreen fabrics to easy light control, motorisation and a clean, modern look.

A step-by-step guide to measuring your windows for blinds, covering inside versus outside mounts and how to measure Venetian, vertical and roller blinds accurately.

Shutters or blinds? Compare the pros, cons, cost, durability and best rooms for each, so you can choose the right window covering for your home.

Simple, affordable ways to refresh your bedroom, from new bedding and a splash of colour to mood lighting and the right curtains or blinds, without a big spend.

How to choose the right fabric for your roman blinds, covering colour, pattern and texture, the main fabric types, and lining options for light control and warmth.

Two ways to bring texture into a room with curtains: tactile fabrics like linen, silk and velvet, and visual texture from patterns, finishes and pleat styles.

What blockout curtains are and how they deliver year-round comfort: better sleep, more privacy, cooler rooms in summer and warmer rooms in winter, plus the best fabrics.

How to choose bedroom curtains for a good night's sleep: reducing noise, blocking light, keeping privacy, who the room is for, and the right fabric and style.

The best blinds for French doors and how to mount them so they move with the doors, plus why roman and honeycomb blinds usually work better than shutters.

Why choose roman blinds? The benefits, from near-limitless fabric and fold styles to light control, energy efficiency, value and a clean, soft look.

Six reasons custom-made blinds beat ready-made, from a perfect fit and expert advice to better quality, plus how ready-made compares and what to expect.