FREEHANGING BLINDS

Probably the simplest way of describing a Pleated Blind is that it is essentially, in appearance, a cross between a Roller Blind and a Venetian Blind. The fabric used is more often than not a Polyester material that starts life similar to a plain flat Roller Blind fabric but is then folded concertina-like into a regular series of pleats, commonly at either 20mm or 25mm centres. Because of these fabric folds, this allows us to drill holes through the fabric and run a cord down through the centre in the same way that we do with the slats of a Venetian Blind. So although the overall appearance of a Freehanging Pleated Blind is similar to that of a Roller Blind, the method of raise and lower by way of the evenly spaced pull cords more resembles that of the traditional Venetian Blind. The biggest advantage of this particular type of blind system is that the cords running through the fabric enable us to create the perfect tension system that make Pleated Blinds the ideal and most popular choice for the sloping blinds in the roof of conservatories. And the simple Freehanging Blind, operated by utilising a standard cord-lock, is therefore the ideal compliment to this for the vertical perimeter windows within the same room. Pleated Blinds look great in any room setting and can be dressed with colourful fabrics to help control heat in summer and retain heat in winter. 

2010 Comparative Price Guide - 1m x 2m Manual Blind - £104.00 (inc vat)

Fabrics