The excitement of moving into a brand-new home is sometimes so overwhelming that you miss some key details, like the fact that you have no blinds and are being overlooked by all your surrounding neighbours. In new-build properties this is particularly the case as they won’t have been fitted out with blinds and curtains and there won’t be any left by a previous owner. Furthermore, new-build homes are usually built in compact schemes where properties are close together as developers attempt to maximise their income from the number of houses they can build on a plot of land. So privacy and security is a real issue in new-build properties, as well finding blinds styles which match the contemporary nature of your new surroundings.
At Solaire Blinds we have a range of blinds which are designed to suit the wealth of new-build properties which are being built in the UK at a rapid rate. This includes luxury apartment blocks in trendy city centre neighbourhoods, or detached and semi-detached family homes in suburban developments.
Considerations when choosing blinds in a new-build property
Although you have something of a blank canvass when moving into a new-build property, you do have to think very carefully about the style of blind you want, and there are also some more practical considerations:
- Warranties – Some new-build properties will have warranties which prevent you drilling into pristine uPVC window frames, so this might restrict the type of blind you can install.
- Perfect fit – New-build properties are built to a precise design fit, so it is possible that standard, off-the-shelf blinds might not fit. You want to avoid leaving irritating gaps or having blinds fitted at odd angles, so you should opt for made-to-measure blinds.
- Energy efficiency – The environmental performance of new properties is very important and you have a duty to maintain this, as well as keeping your own energy bills down, so factor heat and light control into the blinds you choose and make sure they act as an extra layer of insulation.
- Privacy – The close proximity of new-build houses in contemporary developments means you need to prioritise privacy, which means thinking about blind styles which let you adjust visibility to maintain privacy, but also to help with light control as the sun moves during the day.
The best blinds styles to suit modern new-build properties
At Solaire Blinds we have a wide range of blinds to suit all different properties and practical needs. In a new-build property you have great opportunities to stamp your own style and to find a chic, minimalist design which suits your practical and flexible needs also. These options include:
- Perfect-fit blinds – These are a specially engineered type of blind which clip into the beading of a window frame, and therefore require no drilling. They are particularly suitable for bi-fold doors, conservatories and skylights.
- Vertical blinds – As well as matching the clean lines and uncluttered elegance of modern homes, vertical blinds allow you to adjust the angle to suit the time of day. This helps with privacy and security, but also with maximising natural light and inviting sunlight into the home. This helps to reduce your energy bills. Meanwhile, you can also adjust these blinds to protect furniture or wall art from too much sunlight and rooms from being too warm during the summer.
- Day & Night blinds – These are a type of blind which feature alternating sheer and solid sections, so you can adjust them to suit the time of day, allowing you balance and flexibility to suit.
- Blackout blinds – Shut the world away if you are sleeping after a night shift, or have young children who are in bed early. You can also use blackout blinds for TV and cinema rooms, to create the authentic effect.
- Motorised blinds – Many types of blinds can be installed as motorised versions, so that they can be set-up with smart controls. This allows you convenience and simplicity when you are in, but also means blinds can be adjusted using a timer while you are out, to maximise energy efficiency and to protect furniture and privacy.
You can choose made to measure blinds from Solaire Blinds which provide the perfect fit for a new-build home. Our blinds give you the flexibility to choose the colour and finish to suit your home and the practical needs to make your home secure and energy-efficient too.
