Tips for DIY Blinds in Sydney

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Why consider do it yourself shutters?

Do you consider yourself a home improvement enthusiasts and looking to take on DIY blinds in Sydney for your next challenge? Such window treatments can certainly go a long way to improving functionality and aesthetics to any home.  A lot of companies offer blinds and window shutters in a myriad of materials and design options along with the added convenience of having them installed on your behalf.

Now of course having professionals come in and do the work for you will generally add to the cost and for many people, there’s no better way to go about it other than DIY shutters and window blinds. Any amount that you can save by installing your window shutters on your own can be spent on other things – perhaps a few sets of window blinds?

Attempting to undertake DIY blinds in Sydney

DIY blinds can be a good idea or a very bad one – that depends on whether or not you are actually capable of it. Of course some shutters are easier to install than others; you might want to forget about DIY aluminium shutters and leave such a task to trained professionals. If however you’re looking at DIY plantation shutters then a lot of people find that it’s a project worth undertaking so long as you are confident in your abilities in the “do it yourself” department.

Do it yourself shutters often come with comprehensive instructions showing you exactly how to set up and install such window treatment, step by step which will certainly help. If you are very keen on attempting to do DIY blinds in Sydney, then you might want to ask your manufacturer about it before making your purchase, if only to make sure that they provide you with all the information you need on installing those shutters yourself.

Of course when it comes to the installation of a window treatment, it helps to know just what to look out for and expect. For one thing, you’ve got to get the correct measurements  as this  is essential for seamless and perfect installation. Hence, you would want to familiarise yourself with the different means of taking window measurements which includes the kind of mounting that you intend to do with your window shutters.

Take the necessary measurements not just once but twice and several times more if necessary. Get the numbers wrong and you might end up with wasted materials and time-consuming adjustments which you could have easily avoided.

Taking the initiative to learn all that you can about the proper installation of blinds and window shutters can certainly go a long way in completing the job like a professional. Need some professional advice on the matter? We at Shutters Australia would certainly love to help! Call us on 1300 853 206 and get started with the perfect shutters or DIY blinds in Sydney!

Google Reviews

Thomas Morris
Thomas Morris
2023-02-15
Fantastic build. I am very happy with the plantation shutters. Shout out to Angela, Scott, and the team. Thank you all. It looks great. Cheers
Ben Jays
Ben Jays
2023-02-12
A big thank you to Jenette & installer Gordon. Both professional, who obviously take pride in what they do with attention to detail. Love the final product. Great job!
Louise Pollock
Louise Pollock
2022-12-20
You had great options for my windows, some were straight forward however others were trickier (openings not centred, taps in the way etc). This is my second home I have put shutters in, wouldn't settle for anything else OR any other company!
Dean Voukelatos
Dean Voukelatos
2022-12-08
Love our shutters they look amazing! Great service and price .
Anne Wagstaff
Anne Wagstaff
2022-11-19
Great customer service and wonderful product. We are particularly delighted with our bay window blinds.
Sharon Hummelstad
Sharon Hummelstad
2022-11-18
Efficient, friendly and well priced, would recommend Shutters Australia.
Joanne Rosier
Joanne Rosier
2022-11-18
This is the second time Shutters Australia have provided us with great service. They are reliable, very competitive on price and the quality of shutters superior. We are extremely happy with the product and will engage in their services again in the near future. Thank you.
Kristina Nesci
Kristina Nesci
2022-11-16
Great service and a great product.
George Papasavva
George Papasavva
2022-11-15
Very efficient company. Genuine people from the quote to the installation. Very meticulous in their dealings with me. Very reasonably priced with no hard sell involved. What you see is what you get. Will definitely recommend them.

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