We’re At Home with the founder of Cake Ink, Janelle Dedini. Cake anyone?
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Introduction
Dollar Curtains & Blinds Pty Ltd ACN 068 338 787 and its related entities (dc+b, we, us, our) is committed to complying with applicable privacy laws in relation to the personal information that we collect in the course of running our business.
We may authorise certain third party entities to operate a ‘dollar curtains + blinds’ franchise (Franchisees). Franchisees are independent entities and are not our related entities. Franchisees are responsible for their own privacy practices and may have privacy policies which differ from ours. Please contact your Franchisee directly for further information.
Please take a moment to read our Privacy Policy as it explains:
We may, in connection with particular products or services we offer or provide to you, make other privacy disclosures to you or seek your authority to use your personal information in ways which are different from or more specific than those stated in this Privacy Policy. In the event of any inconsistency between the provisions of this Privacy Policy and those other disclosures, the other disclosures will apply. Where applicable privacy laws provide for exceptions or exemptions, we may rely on those exceptions or exemptions in our information handling practices.
We may amend this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. The updated version will be available on our Website.
This Privacy Policy (other than section 10) explains how we manage personal information about individuals other than employees. Section 10 explains the position of employees.
Key definitions
In this document:
1. How we collect your personal information
We will collect and hold your personal information in a fair and lawful manner, and not in an intrusive way.
Some of the common ways in which we may receive personal information directly from you include:
Where it is reasonably practical to do so, we will collect your personal information directly from you. However, in certain cases we may collect personal information from publicly available sources and third parties, such as suppliers, recruitment agencies, your employers, contractors, our clients, business partners, referees, government bodies (e.g. police checks, if required), academic and professional bodies (e.g. to validate details and currency of qualifications).
If we collect personal information about you from a third party we will, where appropriate, request that the third party inform you that we are holding such information, how we will use and disclose it, and that you may contact us to gain access to and correct and update the information.
The types of personal information we collect about you depends on the circumstances in which the information is collected. Typically, the types of personal information we may collect can include (but is not limited to) your name, address, email address and phone numbers. We may also collect your house plans as part of providing a quote, and such plans sometime contain your name and other personal information.
If we enter into contracts with you, request or receive products or services from us or have any other commercial dealings with us, we may also collect your signature, date of birth, credit card and/or banking details, and billing information.
If you are an individual contractor to us or apply for a role with us, we may also collect information relevant to your engagement with us including qualifications, length of engagement, resume, current and former employment details, pay rate and salary, bank details, feedback from supervisors, training records and logs of your usage of our equipment (e.g. phones, computers and vehicles).
If we need to confirm your identity, we may collect a copy of appropriate identification.
If you access our Website or if you download and access any of our apps, we may:
If you call us via telephone, we may monitor and in some cases record such telephone conversations for staff training, quality assurance and record-keeping purposes.
If you attend a premises we operate or manage, we may:
We only collect sensitive information about you with your consent, or otherwise in accordance with the Privacy Act. The main types of sensitive information we may collect include:
If you do provide sensitive information to us for any reason (for example, if you provide us with information about a health condition, injury or disability you have), you consent to us collecting that information and to us using and disclosing that information for the purpose for which you disclosed it to us and as permitted by the Privacy Act and other relevant laws.
In addition to the types of personal information identified above, we may collect personal information as otherwise permitted or required by law.
Where you do not wish to provide us with your personal information, we may not be able to provide you with requested products or services and/or certain functionality of our Websites and apps.
As a general rule, we only process personal information for purposes that would be considered relevant and reasonable in the circumstances. The purposes for which we use and disclose your personal information will depend on the circumstances in which we collect it. Whenever practical we endeavour to inform you why we are collecting your personal information, how we intend to use that information and to whom we intend to disclose it at the time we collect your personal information.
We may use or disclose your personal information:
In general we collect, use and disclose your personal information so that we can do business together and for purposes connected with our business operations.
Some of the specific purposes for which we collect, hold, use and disclose personal information are as follows:
We may disclose your personal information to third parties in connection with the purposes described in section 3 of this Privacy Policy. This may include disclosing your personal information to the following types of third parties:
We may also disclose your personal information in accordance with any consent you give or where disclosure is authorised, compelled or permitted by law.
If we disclose information to a third party who is handling it on our behalf, we generally require that the third party protect your information to the same extent that we do.
If you post information to certain public parts of our Website or to our social media pages, you acknowledge that such information may be available to be viewed by the public. You should use discretion in deciding what information you upload to such sites.
Steps to protect children.
To ensure that Blind and Curtain cords/chains are out of reach of children, particularly children under six, follow these four simple steps.
Some Blinds will not operate without the loop, so seek specialist advice before you choose to cut the dangerous loop out of some cords/chains and attach a tassel to the end of each strand.
If you cannot fix your unsafe cords and chains out of reach, engage a reliable tradesperson to do it for you. If you are renting your home, seek help from your landlord or agent.
Only buy new Blinds and Curtains which:
You may have come across the term ‘fabric coating’. This refers to fabrics that have a lining applied to the back of the fabric.
Coated fabrics help to block out light and generally do not need an additional layer of lining, which makes them a cost-effective fabric choice.
In rooms where you do not need daytime privacy, a coated fabric Curtain may be the only window covering you require to achieve total privacy and block out at night.
dollar curtains + blinds have a huge range of coated fabrics to choose from, including an array of colours, prints and textures. For quality and value, choose from the Curtains+ complimentary making range.
When it comes to designing a home, what does your design process look like?
Engaging a quality builder that will work with your design requirements and budget is key. I find it beneficial to gather building samples and colour swatches to ensure all my selections work together.
What are your top 3 design/style tips for building or renovating a house?
2. If budget allows, use 3D imaging software to help conceptualise your floorplan and finishes.
3. Create mood boards to bring together your vision.
You’re given a limited renovation budget; how would you spend it wisely to transform a home?
Prioritise key elements in your budget (whether it’s a fixture, fitting or piece of furniture) and make them the hero.
What’s the biggest interior design mistake you’ve ever made?
Trying to incorporate too many interior styles in the one space.
What qualities do you look for when choosing materials, furniture and accessories in your designs?
Ethical manufacturing, durability, a quality finish, and attention to detail.
Are you a Curtains, Blinds or Shutters person?
I can’t go past the beautiful, dappled light achieved through Sheer Curtains.
What products did you choose from dollar curtains + blinds?
Sheer Curtains and Blockout Curtains.
How did our products transform your home?
The Sheer Curtains created a beautiful and soft effect by filtering and dispersing natural light throughout every room. It evokes a warm and inviting space for our family to enjoy.
Some people find it difficult to decide what to do with their windows. Any tips?
It is important to decide how you want your window furnishings to function. For example, do you require Curtains for privacy or for maximising daylight, or something in between? Window coverings also play a vital role in the overall aesthetics of a space. Floor to ceiling Curtains can enhance a room by making it appear more spacious whilst creating a luxurious feel.
How do you find inspiration?
Through online look books, local designers, shop fit outs, creating flat lays and by saving Instagram galleries.
What design project(s) are you working on at the moment?
Our new house build and adjoining cake studio – with dollar curtains + blinds window furnishings of course!