Expert guides for the perfect finish.
From choosing the right fabrics to taking the right measurements. Explore our library of expert advice designed to help you make the right choice for your home.
Buying guides
Our buying guides will help you find the right made-to-measure solution for your home.
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- Choosing curtain colours for white walls
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Here are Russell's top picks for curtains when decorating a white wall or room. Download our free guide to choosing curtains for more.
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- Aria Jansen
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- Stop your curtains getting damp and mouldy
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How to stop getting mould on your curtains? Here are Russells tips on preventing mould and mildew growing on your curtains.
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- Aaron Page
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- Dark curtains vs light curtains
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Choosing between light and dark curtain fabric for your room? Here are some pros and cons when considering aesthetics and function.
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- Aria Jansen
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- Best Curtain Fabrics for Kiwi Homes: Insulation, Sun Protection & Style
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Discover the best curtain fabrics for New Zealand homes. Compare insulation, sun protection, and style options with tips from Russells experts.
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- Jennifer Elliot
- Consultant
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- Winter trend alert - dark curtains
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Our top winter trend this season is dark curtains. If you want to try something a little bit different, dark moody colours are becoming more and more popular, think along the lines of emerald green, inky navy and charcoal grey. Read more to see Russell's other winter trends.
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- Aria Jansen
- Consultant
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- What are honeycomb blinds?
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Considering honeycomb blinds for your home? In this article we'll cover what they look like, how they work and why they're a great choice.
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- Karina Dollman
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- The benefits of quoting off plans
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Seeking a free cost estimate for curtains off plans helps you set the right budget and may reveal options you werent aware of. Read our tips here.
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- Angela Wilson
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- 5 curtain fabrics to style any modern room
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Looking modern and contemporary is easy as using a handful of colours and textures that complement each other, with a couple of stand-out features to bring life into the space. If you're looking at using curtains to update your home, here are five fabric options worth considering.
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- Jennifer Elliot
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- What to consider when selecting curtain fabric
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When choosing curtain fabric, you'll need to consider how you want them to perform as well as how you want them to look. Here are some things to consider.
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- Jennifer Elliot
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- Venetian blinds & roller blinds for sunny windows
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Venetian blinds are a great option for sunny windows - open them completely to let the sun in, tilt the slats to retain privacy or close them tight.
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- Kerrin Auld
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- How to clean your curtains
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Cleaning instructions for curtains differ depending on the fabrics used and whether they are lined or unlined so if yours have a cleaning instruction label, follow these directions. If not, here are our professional tips on curtain cleaning.
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- Aaron Page
- Consultant
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- Coordinating curtains with your furniture
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Furniture colour and style should be considered when choosing curtains for your home. Here are some tips to guide you along.
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- Aria Jansen
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Take a look at our range
From custom NZ-made curtains to ready-to-go options, find the right solution for your windows.
Our simple 3-step process
From first call to final install, we handle everything.
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- Step 1
- We come to you
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Your local consultant will come to you, find a solution tailored to your space, and take measurements.
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- Step 2
- Custom-made
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Your curtains are cut, sewn, and quality-checked in our Nelson workroom, and made to your exact measurements.
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- Step 3
- Hassle-free install
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We come back to hang everything to a professional standard. No lifting a finger.
Expert advice at home
We come to you, anywhere in New Zealand. Because your place is the best place to choose curtains and blinds.