BLINDS PADDINGTON
Custom blinds made for Paddington homes
Paddington is best known for its Victorian terraces, with iron lace balconies, tall timber sash windows and narrow frontages. Many have been extended at the back with large glass doors and skylights, so one house can need a heritage look at the front and a modern one at the rear. Add the apartments and the shops and galleries along Oxford Street, and the range of windows is wide.
We make every blind to the exact size of the window and fit it ourselves. That matters in terraces, where old sash windows are rarely square and standard sizes almost never fit properly.
The short answer
- Terrace sash windowsTimber venetians or Roman blinds inside the recess
- Rear extensions and glass doorsSunscreen or blockout roller blinds
- BedroomsBlockout roller or lined Roman blinds
- Kitchens and bathroomsAluminium or PVC venetians
- Back decks and courtyardsZip screens or folding arm awnings
BY HOME TYPE
Blinds for every type of Paddington home
Victorian terraces
Tall, narrow sash windows with deep reveals suit blinds fitted inside the recess, so the timber frames stay on show. Timber venetians are a classic fit for terraces, and Roman blinds in a linen-look fabric soften bedrooms and living rooms.
Rear extensions
Large glass doors, wide windows and skylights at the back of a terrace take a lot of sun. Sunscreen roller blinds cut glare and heat while keeping the view of the courtyard, and motorised rollers suit skylights and high windows.
Apartments, shops and studios
Roller blinds give a clean, consistent look across every window, which suits apartments and the boutiques and galleries around Oxford Street. Sunscreen fabric protects stock and artwork from strong sun.
VENETIAN BLINDS
Venetian blinds for Paddington terraces
Venetians are one of the most popular choices in Paddington because they suit the period style of a terrace and give precise control over light and privacy. Tilt the slats to let light in while blocking the view from the street, or close them fully at night.
Timber venetians suit living rooms and bedrooms and match the timber joinery of older homes. Aluminium and PVC venetians suit kitchens, bathrooms and laundries, where steam would mark or warp timber. See our venetian blinds.
ROLLER AND ROMAN
Roller and Roman blinds
Roller blinds come in sunscreen, light filtering and blockout fabrics. Sunscreen suits rear extensions with a view of the garden, and blockout suits bedrooms. A double roller fits both on one bracket.
Roman blinds fold up in soft pleats and bring warmth to bedrooms and living rooms. On short windows, mounting them above the frame lets the folds sit on the wall instead of the glass.
BLIND TYPES
Which blind suits which room
| Blind type | Light control | Look | Best rooms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venetian blinds | Tilt the slats to angle light | Timber, PVC or aluminium | Terrace front rooms, kitchens, bathrooms |
| Roller blinds | Sunscreen, light filtering or blockout | Clean and simple | Rear extensions, bedrooms, apartments |
| Roman blinds | Light filtering or blockout | Soft fabric folds | Bedrooms and living rooms |
| Vertical blinds | Tilt and draw to the side | Practical and neat | Wide sliding doors |
| Zip screens | Shade and wind protection outside | Fabric in side channels | Back decks and courtyards |
HERITAGE HOMES
Fitting blinds in a heritage terrace
Paddington is a heritage conservation area, and most of the work we do on terraces is inside, where there are no approval issues. Blinds fitted inside the window recess keep the street view of the house unchanged and leave original architraves and joinery on show.
Old sash windows are rarely square. We measure each window at several points so the blind sits evenly in the recess, rather than working from a single measurement.
For anything fitted to the outside of a street-facing terrace, such as external blinds or awnings, check with council first. Rear decks and courtyards are usually simpler, and we can advise when we measure.
BEFORE YOU BUY
Three things to decide first
- Inside or outside the recess. In terraces, inside usually looks best and shows off the frame. Outside overlaps the frame and blocks more light, which suits bedrooms.
- The right material for each room. Timber for living rooms and bedrooms, aluminium or PVC for kitchens and bathrooms.
- How you will use them. Cord, cordless or motorised. Skylights and high windows in extensions are much easier with a motor.
PRICING
What affects the cost of blinds in Paddington
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Window size | Tall sashes and large rear glass need more fabric or slats |
| Blind type | Roller, Roman, venetian and vertical blinds are priced differently |
| Material | Timber, aluminium, PVC, sunscreen and blockout vary in price |
| Single or double | A double roller adds a second blind on the same bracket |
| Motorisation | Adds the motor, remote or app control, and power |
| Installation | Out-of-square sashes, skylights and outdoor fitting take longer |
You get a fixed, itemised price after the free measure, before anything is made.
Our Process
How It Works
Getting new blinds or curtains should be straightforward. Here’s how we work.
Get in Touch
Fill in the quote form or give us a call. Tell us what you’re after and we’ll get back to you quickly.
We Come to You
One of our team will visit your home, take accurate measurements and walk you through the options.
Made to Measure
Your order is manufactured to the exact specifications of your windows. Nothing is cut down from a standard size.
Installed by Our Team
FAQS
Blinds Paddington FAQs
How much do custom blinds cost in Paddington?
It depends on the size of the window, the type of blind and the material. We give you a fixed, itemised price after a free measure, so you know the full cost before anything is made.
What blinds suit a Victorian terrace?
Timber venetians and Roman blinds fitted inside the recess suit terraces best. They keep the frames on show and match the period style. Roller blinds suit rear extensions.
Can you fit blinds in old windows that are not square?
Yes. We measure each window at several points and make the blind to suit, so it sits evenly in the recess.
Do I need council approval for blinds in Paddington?
Not for blinds fitted inside your home. For external blinds or awnings on a street-facing terrace in the heritage area, check with council first.
How long do made-to-measure blinds take?
Most orders are made and installed within a few weeks of the measure. We will confirm the time frame when we quote.
Do you remove old blinds?
Yes. We can take down your existing blinds as part of the install.
Do you also do curtains in Paddington?
Yes. See our Curtains Paddington page for sheer, blockout and layered curtains.
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We also make and install blinds across the eastern suburbs and inner city.
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