So...you're looking for northern blind venetian ireland. Curtains are finished. Drab drapery is out. Dodgy coverings with expensive stain treatment are old hat. Blinds now come in so many shades that you can't afford to be without them.

To choose your ideal blind you don't even need to leave the house. Web-Blinds are part of the UK's largest made-to-measure blinds group, Hillarys and give you similar choices and options that you'd expect from your high street store – it's a lifestyle choice...

Combining the softness of curtain fabric with the modern, contemporary feel of a blind, most Roman blinds come fully lined for maximum heat retention and light proofing. Whether you choose a classic print blind for a traditional setting or go for an up-to-the-minute minimalist look blind, a Roman blind could the just the finishing touch you''re looking for. Clean lines versus soft layers - it has to be Roman blinds.

Always make sure that you measure your windows with a steel tape. Never use a cloth tape. Measure sizes to the nearest eighth of an inch to ensure accuracy. Windows are not usually perfectly square...so don't worry - you probably won't notice!

Roller blinds are by far the simplest and quickest type of blind to fit yourself. All you require is a drill and a screwdriver to hand. The roller blind itself rests simply between two brackets that are screwed to the inside or outside of the recess in the window.

Recess: This is the measurement to use if you want the blind to fit inside a window recess. If you specify a recess measurement, most blinds companies will automatically make a tiny adjustment to ensure that your blind fits perfectly.

Roman blinds are the perfect solution for adding a touch of texture to your dining room. The right blinds can really contrast with finish of a glass tabletop and matching chairs, for example.

When you measure the window opening for your blinds clearly indicate which measurement is the width and which is the height. It is easy mix these measurements up! Always measure the width first, then height.

Velux roller blinds are practical and cost effective. There are many designs to choose from, and they are especially suited to day rooms, lofts, and home offices.

Take great care when you clean real wood blinds. Washing the blind isn't recommended as they could get ruined. Remember that, although the wood is sealed, water or even excessive dampness may cause warpage or discoloration of the slats.

In many respects curtains are a thing of the past as well - no more guessing what colour covering to use...or whether to have to give them a treatment against staining...so welcome to the world of the blinds.

Wooden Venetian blinds, whilst minimalist and contemporary, also add warmth to any room.