Designer window treatments. Get The Block look.

Get The Block look with these 7 dos and don’ts of window coverings.

 

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Plantation Shutters

Made from timber or aluminium blades, our Venetian Blinds are modern and functional, offering excellent privacy, light control and ventilation. Easy to use, Venetian Blinds allow you to open and close the blades to any position and control the direction of sunlight throughout your room or home.

They can be recessed or face fitted, meaning the Venetian Blinds can be installed inside the window frame or on the architrave bordering the window. In addition, Venetian Blinds can be locked into position at the bottom using a pin and bracket system which makes them suitable for glass doors or windows which are frequently opened and closed.

A great choice to co-ordinate with Curtains, Drapes , and Tiebacks.

The difference in our Venetian Blinds is in the detail. We use a top of the line technically superior hardware system. Perfected by years of extensive research and development, the operating system has been designed for precision. Our Blinds are also designed with extra componentry as standard, at no extra cost, to ensure the most durable and long lasting Venetian Blinds available.

For a step-by-step guide on choosing your Venetian Blinds, call for assistance or visit your nearest store.

Choose your fabrics by borrowing our large full-length samples to compare the fabric weights, transparencies and colours in your own home. Compare your favourite fabric choices at large scale with your paint colours, flooring + furnishing, and view them in different lights. It’s the best way to start.

For a comprehensive step-by-step guide on choosing your Curtain fabrics, download the Curtains Brochure, call for assistance or visit your nearest store.

Plantation Shutters

As leading innovators of window covering hardware solutions in Australia, Rollease Acmeda are our preferred hardware supply partner for good reason. Rollease Acmeda is at the cutting edge of window covering trends because their superior systems have evolved over time. Their continuous improvements in product development have been enhanced from extensive research and development by a team of over 25 engineers in their Innovation and Design Centre based in Melbourne.

Dollar Curtains & Blinds Pty Ltd ACN 068 338 787 and its related entities (we, us, our) is collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for a contractor role with us and, if successful, to administer and manage your engagement with us.

In addition to the information you provide to us directly, we may also collect information about you from third parties, such as referees (e.g. your previous customers or employers), from government agencies and background screening providers (e.g. criminal and credit history checks) and academic and professional bodies (e.g. to validate details and currency of qualifications).

If you are successful and we engage you as a contractor, we may:

  • collect further details regarding any health issues or requirements relevant to your role (e.g. pre-existing injuries, allergies, disabilities), so that we (and our franchisees) can comply with OH&S laws, accommodate any specific health requirements and provide a safe working environment for you;
  • collect your banking details;
  • collect feedback about your performance, including from supervisors and customers;
  • collect camera/video footage of you while on our premises (via CCTV) and record conversations via call recording technologies we implement in our business (for staff training, quality assurance and record-keeping purposes); and
  • collect logs of your usage of our equipment (e.g. phones, computers and vehicles) and access to our premises and systems, including monitoring internet and network use and the location of our vehicles and equipment via GPS.

If you do not provide any of the information requested, we may not be able to properly consider your application or make an offer for a contractor role with us.

To assess and progress your application and administer your ongoing engagement with us, we may disclose the personal information it collects to:

  • our related entities and our franchisees who we authorise to operate a ‘dollar curtains + blinds’ franchise;
  • your emergency contacts, referees and agents;
  • third parties who provide us with administrative, IT and other support services (including data hosting and background screening services);
  • our professional advisors;
  • government and law enforcement agencies; and
  • other recipients if required or permitted to do so by law.

Some of the service providers and suppliers we utilise are located outside of Australia (including in China), and so your personal information may be disclosed to recipients outside Australia.

Our privacy policy available at https://www.dollarcurtainsandblinds.com.au/more-from-us/privacy-policy/ states how you can seek to access or correct any personal information we hold about you, how to complain about a privacy breach and how we will deal with a privacy complaint.

We can be contacted by email at customerservice@dollarcurtains.com.au, by mail to Building 8, 97-107 Canterbury Rd, Kilsyth VIC 3137 or via phone on 03 9237 1200.

 

Sheer Curtains

Cushions are an inexpensive way to give your home a style update. Add a finishing touch to a room through a visually appealing mix of different colours and textures.

Using our extensive range of fabrics, we custom make Cushions to all shapes and sizes, with or without piping, to co-ordinate with your Curtains, Roman Blinds or Bonded Roller Blinds.

We also offer exclusive ranges of decorative trims and fabric buttons to give your Cushions that designer look. Cushion sizes and shapes vary from the typical square or bolster to window seat cushions or Cushions custom made to fit your furniture.

Dollar Curtains & Blinds Pty Ltd ACN 068 338 787 and its related entities (we, us, our) is collecting your personal information to assess your application and suitability for employment with us and, if you accept a position with us, to administer and manage your ongoing employment.

In addition to the information you provide to us directly (including via any application and pre-employment forms), we may also collect information about you from third parties, such as referees (e.g. previous employers), from government agencies and background screening providers (e.g. criminal and credit history checks) and academic and professional bodies (e.g. to validate details and currency of qualifications).

If you are successful and join us as an employee, we may:

  • collect further details regarding any health issues or requirements relevant to your role (e.g. pre-existing injuries, allergies, disabilities), so that we (and our franchisees) can comply with OH&S laws, accommodate any specific health requirements and provide a safe working environment for you;
  • collect your banking and superannuation fund details;
  • ask you to provide us with your tax file number (TFN). If you choose to provide it, we will collect and use it in accordance with our authorised functions as your employer under the Taxation Administration Act 1953 (Cth) and other applicable laws (including taxation and superannuation laws).  It is not an offence if you choose not to provide your TFN.  However, providing your TFN reduces the risk of administrative errors and having extra tax withheld.  We are required to withhold the top rate of tax from all payments made to you if you do not provide your TFN or claim an exemption from quoting your TFN;
  • collect feedback about your performance, including from supervisors and customers;
  • collect camera/video footage of you while on our premises (via CCTV) and record conversations via call recording technologies we implement in our business (for staff training, quality assurance and record-keeping purposes);
  • collect logs of your usage of our equipment (e.g. phones, computers and vehicles) and access to our premises and systems, including monitoring internet and network use and the location of our vehicles and equipment via GPS; and
  • collect biometric information about you (e.g. fingerprint) if and to the extent required for time sheet and attendance monitoring technologies.

If you do not provide any of the information requested, we may not be able to properly consider your application or make an offer for employment.

To assess and progress your application and administer your ongoing employment, we may disclose the personal information we collect to:

  • our related entities and franchisees who we authorise to operate a ‘dollar curtains + blinds’ franchise;
  • your emergency contacts, referees and agents;
  • third parties that provide us with employment related services (such as providers of background screening services);
  • third parties who provide us with administrative, IT and other support services (including data hosting);
  • our professional advisors;
  • government and law enforcement agencies; and
  • other recipients if required or permitted to do so by law.

Some of the service providers and suppliers we utilise are located outside of Australia (including in China), and so your personal information may be disclosed to recipients outside Australia.

Our privacy policy available at https://www.dollarcurtainsandblinds.com.au/more-from-us/privacy-policy/ states how you can seek to access or correct any personal information we hold about you, how to complain about a privacy breach and how we will deal with a privacy complaint.

We can be contacted by email at customerservice@dollarcurtains.com.au, by mail to Building 8, 97-107 Canterbury Rd, Kilsyth VIC 3137 or via phone on 03 9237 1200.

Sheer Curtains

“<p class="p1">Our Automate® window coverings add more to a home than just convenience by facilitating the advanced control of your interior climate. Regardless of how sophisticated your window glazing or tint may be, they’re rarely a match for the benefits of Automated window coverings.</p> <p class="p1">Wild weather shifts, strong sun rays or cold overcast skies, usually result in excessive use of air-conditioning, heating and lighting. Although it may be second nature to reach for the thermostat it can prove to be detrimental to your yearly energy expenses, not to mention its negative effect on global climate control.</p> Similarly, switching the lights on in your home is traditionally more convenient than manually raising Blinds or opening Drapes. Unfortunately, this too has a negative impact on your home, your wallet and our planet. Our Automate® window covering systems add a new dimension of control and convenience that can help you break out of conventional and costly habits. <p class="p1">Research has found that windows left uncovered are responsible for up to a 40% loss of heating energy, while conversely also contributing up to 87% of a home’s heat gain*, depending on external weather conditions. Mitigating such high amounts of energy transfer through windows can be as simple as raising or lowering your window coverings at optimal times.</p> <p class="p1">Motorised window coverings seamlessly integrate into modern day living and offer a safer and more efficient solution than their manually operated counterparts. Effortlessly manage your window coverings with dynamic control options, from remotes to <a href="https://www.dollarcurtainsandblinds.com.au/product-range/automation/control-options/">sun-sensitive sensors</a>.</p> <p class="p3">*References: <a href="https://www.yourhome.gov.au/passive-design/glazing"><span class="s1">https://www.yourhome.gov.au/passive-design/glazing</span></a></p>”

— dc+b Interior Consultant

Our Cellular Blind range has a choice of motorised solutions such as wall charger, battery pack, or hardwired connection. Our Cellular Blind Automate® CL 0.8 motors and suite of controllers can be completely integrated to achieve the perfect Automated experience.

Kitchen with Sheer Curtains

Roller Blinds are one of the most popular window treatments for any room of the home. They’re incredibly versatile, can be automated and are cost effective. 

While there will be small light gaps when using Roller Blinds in a corner window, they are minimal. For main living areas where you don’t need complete blockout, this can be a streamlined and affordable window covering solution.

In this photo, we’ve designed Blockout Roller Blinds under matching Bonded Pelmets.

Plantation Shutters

“<p class="p1">Enjoy your time away from home or office without worrying about the window coverings. If you have multiple locations like a home, office, or holiday home, you can always be in charge of your window coverings, privacy and security. Our exclusive control app allows you to remotely access your window coverings, know their position, and operate them as if you were there.</p> <p class="p1">We have motorised window covering options that operate through home Automation systems as well as those that can be integrated into third party building management systems – control your blinds, lighting, heating and cooling all within the one control. Life made simple.</p> <p class="p1">Automation is the way of the future and our exclusive innovative systems now make it more affordable than ever before.</p> <p class="p1">For a step-by-step guide on choosing what Automation product suits your lifestyle, download the Automation Brochure, call for assistance or visit your nearest <a href="https://www.dollarcurtainsandblinds.com.au/get-to-know-us/find-a-store/">store</a>.</p> <p class="p1"></p>”

— dc+b Interior Consultant

Ensure the bottom of your Blinds have the right finish to complete your design scheme. For a contemporary and streamlined look choose a stitched pocket or bottom rail. If you prefer a classic style opt for a scallop finish with braid or fringe or choose a pop of pattern with a bonded insert in a drapery fabric.

Our base rails are constructed from premium aluminium for added strength and durability, they also provide weight to control movement of your Blinds during operation or from breezes. Choose from the oval shape, d-shape or fabric wrap base rail for a seamless and stylish finish to compliment any style interior.

View Australia’s largest range of Blind finishes in the Roller Blinds Brochure or visit your nearest store to see the options in real life displays.

Skylight Blinds

It can be difficult to manage window coverings in commercial buildings. The volume of windows often present in large structures can be easily and quickly managed effectively with our Automate® range and the Pulse Hub. Commercial buildings and businesses can benefit in many ways from a centralised point of control for managing natural light and heat.

Additionally, schedules and triggers can move shades throughout the day based on the position of the sun, creating the perfect interior climate for customers and employees while significantly reducing the time, effort and energy needed to provide a comfortable space.

Modern Kitchen

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