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Keep the sun, wind, rain and insects from your outdoor living area with Alfresco Awnings.

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.

ACT
Fyshwick	02 6280 9272

NSW
Batemans Bay	02 4472 8033
Griffith	02 6962 7225
Merimbula	02 6495 4900
Wagga Wagga	02 6921 7160

SA
Mt Gambier	08 8723 0406
Renmark	08 8586 6501

VIC
Ararat	03 5352 3251
Ballarat	03 5331 3712
Bendigo	03 5442 1094
Chirnside Park	03 9727 5211
Cobram	03 5871 1142
Colac	03 5231 1494
Doncaster	03 9841 8400
Echuca	03 5482 4163
Epping	03 9408 6524
Ferntree Gully	03 9294 8600
Geelong	03 5222 8055
Hoppers Crossing	03 8360 8757
Melton	03 9743 1369
Mildura	03 5023 7179
Moorabbin	03 9566 8200
Mornington	03 5975 3655
Niddrie	03 9379 6228
Oakleigh	03 9569 9237
Pakenham	03 5940 0395
Shepparton	03 5831 5622
Sunbury	03 9744 4700
Warragul	03 5623 8100
Warrnambool	03 5231 1494
Wodonga	02 6024 2333
Wonthaggi	03 5672 2915

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Design styles.

Cable Guide Alfresco Awning

As leading innovators of window covering hardware solutions in Australia, Rollease Acmeda are our preferred hardware supply partner for good reason. Rol lease 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.

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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.

Side Retention System

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 sun-sensitive sensors.

*References: https://www.yourhome.gov.au/passive-design/glazing

Dollar Curtains & Blinds Pty Ltd ACN 068 338 787 and its related entities (we, us, our) is collecting your personal information in order to provide you with a free quote and if you elect to proceed with a purchase, to fulfill your purchase, and to contact you in connection with the foregoing. If you do not provide this information to us, we will not be able to provide you with a free quote or fulfill any order requests.

In order to provide you with a quote and, if appliable, fulfill any purchases you wish to make, we may disclose your personal information to third parties such as members of our franchise network and to service providers and suppliers that assist us with providing the free quote and fulfilling orders (such as the third party product manufacturer and delivery partners), some of whom may be located outside Australia. Our plantation shutter manufacturer is located in China, and if a purchase is made, the information disclosed to the manufacturer is generally limited to the customer’s surname only.

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.

Straight Drop Alfresco Awning

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.

Design options.

Closed Headbox

The Curtain Track you select can either be a discreet track designed to drop away or a decorative track that enhances the look of your Curtains. In contemporary homes it’s most common for a minimalist Curtain Track to be used. Whereas in traditional interiors, decorative Curtain Rods have been gaining popularity.

We cover everything there is to know about curtain rods, tracks and headers in this article.

Open Headbox

Another decision is whether to use a Pelmet or not. A Curtain Pelmet is a decorative and functional element used in window treatments. It is a horizontal board or fabric covering that is mounted above the window, concealing the Curtain Rod or Track and the top of the Curtains or draperies.

Pelmets are used in both traditional and modern homes and can achieve a designer look. They also minimise heat transfer through windows, adding to the thermal benefits of your curtains.

Open Roller

Finally, you can find Tiebacks or holdbacks to finish the look of your perfect Curtain. Tiebacks are used to gather and secure Curtains in an open position. They are available in various materials and designs, including fabric, metal or wooden materials. Although they are less common in contemporary homes, tiebacks can add a touch of elegance and functionality to your window treatment.

Fabrics.

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.

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Control options.

Automation

No matter what window treatment you decide on for your corner window, Pelmets can be a fabulous way to finish off the look.

Our Pelmets are custom made and for corner or bay windows we create an Angled Pelmet to perfectly fit your space. Available in both Curtain or Blind fabrics, in bonded or padded styles, these are made to match your window covering for a seamless look.

As well as providing a tailored finish, Pelmets are also an excellent way to improve insulation and eliminate light gaps.

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What products did you choose from dollar curtains + blinds?

Eggshell Blockout Blinds with Sheer Curtains. The bay windows have Sheer Blinds.

How did our products transform your home?

Hanging the Sheers just under the cornice has given the illusion of higher ceilings. The rooms have a dreamy feel with the beautiful filtered light through the Sheers.

Some people find it difficult to decide what to do with their windows. Any tips?

It’s a process! I struggled a lot too trying to decide the best options for each room but dollar curtains + blinds was so helpful.

An outdoor floor surface can often not be perfectly level. When an Awning is installed over a wide width there will be room for gaps of light, insects, debris, wind and rain to enter. We have the ability to insert a pile brush or a fabric valance which eliminates the gap and maximises the functionality of the Awning. These inserts are also excellent for protecting the bottom rail from chipping if the Awning is suddenly dropped to the ground.

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

*Refer to Awnings Brochure.