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An open plan living room with sunscreen linked roller blinds on the bi-fold doors and windows leading to an open backyard.
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January 23, 2023
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The perfect blinds for wide windows, sliding doors and stacking doors.

 

What are the best blinds for wide windows, sliding doors, bi-fold and stacking doors?

Have you got wide windows, sliding doors or bi-fold doors and you're just not sure what the best window covering solution is? It can be tricky to work out what will work best over these openings, yet still give you the ease of access that you require. 

Sliding, bi-fold and stacking doors allow you to enjoy the best of the outdoors without compromise. You can open doors up and enjoy seamless access to a verandah or outdoor area, but also close them to enjoy protection from the elements with an unobstructed view.

  • The style of blinds that you choose will depend on the size and access to your doors and windows and what type of opening you have.
  • A popular choice for many homeowners is to invest in a fixed single roller blind in a blackout fabric, as it allows you to adjust the level of light that you allow in.
  • Linked roller blinds are our favourite choice and can be adapted to fit practically any style of door or window configuration. Linked roller blinds are especially suited to wide windows, sliding doors, bi-fold doors or stacking doors. 

New Single Roller Blind options now available for windows wider than 3000mm

Mike has come up with a perfect solution for those wider windows, particularly in bedrooms, that would be more suitable for a single blind than a linked blind format to ensure 100% light block capability.  Using a special sun bloc fabric, you can now order blinds wider than 3000mm.  The roller blind featuring in this video is 3360mm in width.

It is recommended to operate these blinds with a Motor control due to their weight, and make it an effortless solution for your windows.  Our battery operated motors are easy to install and an affordable motorised option for everyone.  

And how gorgeous is the result when a blockout roller blind is paired with a ceiling mounted Sheer Curtain, giving the room an elevated sense of height and a soft and gentle finish.

Not currently available to order on the website, if this is an option you might be considering, book a FREE 30 minute video consultation with Mike to discuss your requirements.

Single Roller Blind extra wide motorised

How do Linked Roller Blinds work?

Linked Blinds allow you to follow the flow of your sliding doors, bi-fold and stacking doors, or wide windows whilst offering multiple options for functionality over an exit door. These roller blinds enable you to place blinds side by side, keep control chains clear of the centre and reduce the gap between the blinds with easy-link linking brackets. The Easy-Link system has been designed to allow for individual or multiple blinds to be controlled using a single motor or chain control operation. The intermediate brackets reduce the gap between blinds from 35 mm to just 19 mm, ideal for greater light control & privacy. 

What kind of fabric should I choose for my blinds?

You can choose from any of our fabrics when designing blinds for sliding doors, bi-fold doors and stacking doors.

  • Blockout roller blinds offer the best thermal and privacy control (think keeping out the hot sun in summer and prying eyes at night time). 
  • Light Filter roller blinds will gently diffuse the natural light and reduce glare, whilst providing a good level of privacy.
  • Sunscreen blinds are ideal for filtering bright daylight, retaining your view of the outside yet also offering daytime privacy. 

Open plan living room with white roller blinds on the sliding door and windows.

Layout options for wide windows and sliding door blinds.

Our linked layouts give you the option to link up to 2 blinds, depending upon your requirements. These blinds are placed alongside each other across the window up to a maximum width of 6,000 mm.  If you require more than 2 blinds in a link Layout, book a FREE video call with Mike to discuss your options to link up to 4 blinds across your windows.

Add the finishing touch to your sliding door blinds.

Want to install outside-mounted roller blinds, but you don't want to see the tube and reverse side of the fabric? Our Pelmet 95 is the perfect solution. 

Sleek, subtle yet distinguished, this roller blind pelmet offers a contemporary look and sits over the top of the roll tube, protecting your roller blinds from dust whilst hiding the roll tube. This blind pelmet is the ideal finishing touch to outside-mounted, back-rolled blinds (please note: it can't be added to front-rolled blinds). 

Available in lengths up to 4.8 meters long (4800 mm), your blind pelmet can be butt joined together for wider widths if required. This means you can use a "common pelmet" to cover several blinds, making it a fantastic choice for sliding doors and large windows. Available in three colours, you're sure to find the right match for your blinds and your interior.


How do I order a roller blind pelmet?

Simply add the pelmet to your roller blinds as you proceed through the order process online. You will be given the option to add a pelmet if your blinds meet the correct specifications (outside mounted and back-rolled). 

What next?

If you’re in need of some inspiration, visit our gallery or Instagram page for ideas and real-life photos from our customers.  Once you’ve decided which product you prefer, make use of our free fabric samples. They will allow you to see and feel the fabrics before selecting the one you like best.

So, if you've got a home that could benefit from a refresh, let us help you! The DIY process is easy to follow, and it will make a world of difference to your home, we promise.

Need some help? You can either Contact our customer service team or book in a free design consultation with me.

 

Thanks for reading!
Cheers, 

Mike Gubby. 

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