TOP TIPS AND ADVICE FOR BLINDS, HOME DECOR AND MORE

With over 14 years’ experience in made-to-measure window dressings, we’re proud to be the experts in our field. All the know-how and experience that comes with being the experts, makes us best placed to help you choose the right blinds for your home. Here, our product managers apply their specialist knowledge to some of the most typical situations you might face.

Do you need a blind to filter unwanted light?

When light shines directly into your room it can produce uncomfortable glare, particularly in the summer months. Blinds are a great way to filter the light and our Vertical and Venetian blinds have adjustable louvres that tilt to give you greater control, providing the perfect solution.

Our stylish new range of Enlight™ Day & Night Roller blinds offers the ultimate control over light and privacy. The innovative design combines translucent and opaque fabrics on separate layers which glide past each other to create a variety of effects. The closed opaque-opaque position provides privacy, while the translucent-opaque position allows the light to filter in.

Are you looking for blinds for skylight windows?

As skylights are positioned in the roof of your home, they can be a quirky feature of your decor. Our Holland, Venetian and Pleated blinds can all be made to fit skylights, thanks to our easi-stop system. You can also choose from a wide selection of Holland blinds, which are available in over 60 options including blackout fabrics.

Do you need a blind to block out the light?

We all look forward to summer, but light nights and bright mornings can lead to interrupted sleep. Blackout blinds and linings help to block out the light, making them ideal for getting a good night’s rest. Choose from our range of blackout fabrics in plains and patterns, including fabrics designed specifically for children’s bedrooms. All of our stylish Roman blinds come with the option of blackout lining too, providing even greater choice.

Are you looking for blinds to fit a patio or uPVC door?

Vertical blinds are perfect for patio doors as they provide complete privacy, while the adjustable louvres allow you to control the right amount of light.

For uPVC doors, our PerfectFit frames provide the ideal solution. Fitting neatly between the beading and the glass without the need for screws or drilling, they leave you with a perfectly clean and tidy finish. Choose from a wide range of Roller, Metal Venetian and Pleated blinds to fit your frame.

Are you looking for the perfect design for a child’s bedroom?

Our action-packed Gmb Window Coverings Kids range makes blinds fun every day of the week. Designed especially for children of all ages, these styles are the perfect way to bring your child’s bedroom or nursery to life. For younger children take a look at lively animal and car prints, while for older kids you might like landmark, beach hut or bunting patterns. We even have Disney designs featuring characters such as Winnie the Pooh and the Disney Princesses, along with fabrics inspired by films like Spiderman and Toy Story. All of our blinds also meet stringent safety guidelines to ensure your peace of mind. To find out more, visit our Blinds for a child’s room page.

Are you looking for a blind for your bathroom?

Blinds you choose for your bathroom need to be hardwearing and practical enough to ensure they won’t warp under the moist and steamy conditions. Our range of PVC Vertical blinds are the perfect choice, thanks to water resistant properties which are purpose-designed for the job in hand. If you prefer a natural look, our Wood Illusion Venetian blinds combine water resistant PVC with a wood effect finish, making them a stylish and practical solution.

Do you need your blinds to provide added warmth to help keep you cosy in winter?

Recent research has proven that having blinds at a single glazed window can reduce heat loss through windows by up to 40%. And at a time when energy bills are rising, there are welcome savings to be made by preserving energy.

Our wide range of thermal fabrics and linings help retain heat in your home, translating into even bigger savings on energy bills over time. All of our Roman blinds come with the option of thermal lining, which will make your room feel much cosier. And purpose-designed Pleated blinds go even further to insulate your window, thanks to their ability to trap heat within with the layers of fabric.

Are you looking for blinds for a bay window?

Bay windows can make a real statement with the right window dressing. Vertical blinds can be made with a curved headrail which allows them to follow the shape of the bay. If you would prefer to have a single blind fitted at each window instead you can position your blinds at differing heights, giving a really stylish effect. Choose from hundreds of options available within our made-to-measure collection.

Are you looking for a no drill solution designed specifically for uPVC windows?

Our made-to-measure PerfectFit frames are ideal for uPVC windows and doors. The frame simply clicks into place neatly between the glazing and beading, meaning there is no need for screws or drilling. There are no control cords either, so these styles are ideal for a child’s bedroom or nursery. Choose from Roller, Pleated and Metal Venetian blinds, which can all be made to fit snugly into the frame.

Do you need blinds with flexibility over where you need privacy the most?

Our versatile Top-Down, Bottom-Up Pleated blinds are cleverly designed to close from the top or from the bottom, meaning you can decide where you need privacy the most. If your home is above ground level and you need privacy from the street below, simply pull the blind up to allow the light to filter in from the top. Similarly, if you live at basement level you can pull the blind down to provide privacy from above.

I bought blinds in the past – do you offer devices to keep the operating cords out of the reach of children?

Yes, we are committed to providing free child safety devices to any home with blinds, whether or not you bought from Gmb Window Coverings in the past. These safety devices keep blind cords securely out of children’s reach.