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Roisin D.
Sligo · 6 windows
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Venetian Blinds
Slim aluminium or metal slat blinds with precise light control. Below: what they are, the rooms they suit, the rooms they don't, and a step-by-step fitting guide.
What it is
About venetian blinds
Venetian blinds are horizontal slat blinds in aluminium, typically 15mm, 25mm or 50mm. They are lighter, cheaper and thinner than wooden blinds, and they handle damp without complaint — which makes them the standard choice for Irish kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms and coastal properties. The tilt mechanism gives finer light control than almost any other blind: you can dim a room without darkening it.
Best for
- Kitchens, bathrooms and utility rooms
- Coastal homes in Clare, Mayo, Sligo, Donegal and Kerry where salt air attacks timber
- Rented properties — cheap to replace and easy to clean
- Rooms needing precise glare control, such as home offices
Think twice about
- Rooms where you want a soft, warm finish — venetians read as functional
- Very wide windows, where the slats bow in the middle
- Homes with cats, who treat them as a ladder
Materials & options
What to specify
Powder-coated aluminium is the standard. For coastal properties, ask specifically for corrosion-resistant coated components on the brackets, tilt rod and cord lock — the slats rarely fail first, the metal fittings do. Perforated slats let a soft light through even when closed.
Cleaning & care
Close the slats flat and wipe both faces with a damp microfibre cloth. Aluminium tolerates warm soapy water. If slats are bent, they can usually be gently straightened by hand — replacement slats are also available for most systems.
Fitting guide
How to fit venetian blinds
Follow these in order. Most fitting problems come from skipping the measuring and levelling steps rather than from the blind itself.
Check the handle clearance
Venetians sit close to the glass. On a uPVC casement, make sure the closed blind will clear the window handle, or plan a face fix with spacers.
Measure
Recess: narrowest width, longest drop. Face fix: opening width plus 70mm each side, drop plus 100mm above.
Fit the brackets
Two brackets minimum, plus one per additional 900mm. On a recess fit they screw into the top of the reveal; on a face fix into the wall. Aluminium venetians are light, so plasterboard fixings are usually sufficient on a face fix.
Clip in the headrail
Push the headrail in and close the bracket covers. Confirm both ends are fully engaged before letting go.
Attach the wand
The tilt wand hooks onto the tilt rod hook. Some models use a cord instead — if so, fit the cord safety cleat to the wall at the same time.
Level and trim
Lower fully and check the bottom rail. If it hangs off-level, adjust the ladder cord at the bottom rail plugs. Cut the excess cord only when you are happy.
Verified reviews
What customers say
Recent reviews from homes across Ireland.
“Left the samples with me for a week so I could see them in the room light. Nobody else offered that and it made the decision much easier.”
Tomas B.
Tipperary · Sitting room
“Does exactly what we needed. Would have been five stars but the first fitting date slipped by a week.”
Emer W.
Louth · Bedrooms
Questions
Venetian Blinds — common questions
Do aluminium venetians rattle in a draught?
They can, in an open window. A blind fitted inside the recess rattles less than a face-fixed one. Perforated or thicker-gauge slats are also quieter.
Are they safe over a sink or hob?
Over a sink, yes — they are the most wipe-clean blind available. Directly above a gas hob, no blind should be fitted; keep at least 300mm horizontal clearance from any flame.
What is the difference between 25mm and 50mm slats?
25mm gives a finer, more precise look and better privacy. 50mm gives a clearer view out and a more contemporary feel on a large window.
Will they fade?
Powder-coated aluminium holds colour well, though very dark colours in a strong south-facing window in Wexford or Waterford can lose depth over several years. Lighter finishes are more forgiving.
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