Welcome to the ultimate destination for quality wooden window treatments, offering all the wooden Venetian blinds information you'd ever need. Forage through our extensive FAQS section, gather confidence with measuring wooden blinds made easy, and follow our step-by-step wooden blind installation guides
Explore countless independent customer product reviews specific to our eco-friendly wooden blinds. With so much info, use the handy 'nav-bar' below to navigate the page. And at any point hit GET A QUOTE to submit your measurements for a fast quote; either DIY or with professional SERVICE and installation
Take a look around and feel free to ask me anything else you may need – Ryan
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EG's: 1900 X 2200, 2700 X 1400
50mm or 60mm
Whether you require DIY or professional installation, our wooden blinds can be ordered and delivered anywhere in NZ. Opt for ease with our professional installation service, covering most main centres throughout New Zealand
Or if an installer is not available in your area, consider DIY, as our wooden blinds are straightforward to install with our detailed measuring and installation instructions
Achieve the ideal mood and privacy level; the flexible light control and privacy settings of our wooden blinds are unmatched, offering a modern and sleek look in any home environment. Made from sustainable Marupa wood, these blinds are not only stylish but also eco-friendly
Our wooden blinds add a modern style factor to your home, available in popular colours and blade size options. Choose from economical 50mm blades in natural wood or painted options, or make a statement with the bold 60mm white blade wooden blind
Discover the benefits of wooden blinds over PVC Venetians, including their lighter weight and strong construction. This difference becomes significant with larger blinds, making wooden Venetians easier to operate and reducing wear and tear on cords. Enjoy fewer obstructions to your view and the capability to span larger widths with our lighter, easier-to-handle wooden blinds
Once your order is placed, your new wooden blinds will be swiftly manufactured and delivered, typically within 2–3 working weeks. Our Auckland-made blinds are crafted by staff with over 20-years of experience, ensuring you receive high-quality wooden blinds made in NZ
Choose from a variety of colours in both 50mm and 60mm wooden blinds, with the 60mm range offering a bold white option. The 60mm blinds are approximately 25% more than the 50mm range, providing options for every budget and style preference)
Measuring for wooden blinds is made simple with our three-step process. Ensure accuracy by measuring the width and drop three times each, to account for any warping in window frames. Our instructions support both 'inside the jamb' and 'outside the jamb' installations, with downloadable PDF's for both methods, below The following on-screen instructions are for 'inside the jamb'
With measuring tape in hand approach the window jamb requiring a brand new wooden blind. Remember to hold the tape measure level and measure inside edge to inside edge. Best practice says to measure the width at three different heights: at the top, middle, and bottom The smallest measurement in millimetres is the one to use. This method of measuring gets around any bowing or warping in the window frames to make sure your new wooden blinds fit perfectly
Now measure the wooden blind’s drop; again measure inside edge to inside edge – at the left, somewhere near the middle, and at the right hand side. Like with the width we take the lowest measurement If you have older window frames and you see any high points in the sill; measure there too as that may well turn out to be your shortest measurement. This all ensures that the wooden blind's ‘bottom rail’ sits neatly above the highest point in the sill. Ensure you hold that measuring tape perpendicular to the frame so the measurements you take are accurate
Hit ‘Get A Quote’ and submit your wooden blind measurements. Width X drop and always in millimetres (mm). If you’re choosing the SERVICE option (ie: getting us to check measure and install) the measurements don’t have to be perfect however you still want your quote to be accurate first time If you’re selecting the DIY approach your measurements should be exact before confirming your order
Installing your wooden blinds is straightforward with our step-by-step instructions. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or new to wooden blind installation, our guide will ensure a successful setup, enhancing the beauty and functionality of your windows. Wooden blinds usually go ‘inside the jamb,’ and the instructions below detail this approach. If you need ‘outside the jamb’ instructions, they are available as a PDF, further down
The go-to tools of choice for any budding young wooden blind installer wannabe are a screwdriver, the supplied screws, pencil, tape measure, and if you need a little extra height; a step ladder. If you really know what you’re doing you maybe even swap out the hand-driven screwdriver for a power drill with the appropriate bit. Do a few last minute yoga poses to limber up and unpack your crisp new wooden blinds
Don’t rush into this stage. Ground yourself in the here and now first. Think about the depth of the blind, the depth of the window jamb, where any obstructions are (latches or handles) and where the wooden blind will hang in relation to all this
Also, if you have ample jamb depth to play with, how deep into the jamb do you want the wooden blind to sit. 10mm back from the architrave looks good to me. So that’s about 15mm from the architrave to the front face of the bracket, as the fascia will take up 5mm in front of the bracket
Hold the bracket where you want it and mark, with a pencil, where the screws will go. 2 screws per bracket is perfect. Through the side of the bracket or up through the top; you choose
There’s a bracket for each end of the wooden blind. There will be one intermediary bracket included with wooden blinds over 1.7m wide. The back of an intermediary bracket should be in line with the back of an end bracket. Good thing you have that measuring tape handy
Mark your holes, fit the screws, secure those wooden blind brackets
TIP 1: Lie your wooden blind on the window sill (if safe to do so) or somewhere you can view where the wooden blind ‘ladders’ run. The intermediary brackets (if any) don’t want to be placed directly where a ‘ladder’ is. A ‘ladder’ is the 'cordy' bit that hangs down and suspends the wooden blind blades magically in space and time
Now that the brackets are secured tightly; leave one end bracket with its front hinge part closed securely and have the other end bracket open
Slide the headrail of the wooden blind fully into the closed end bracket from the side, then slide the other end of the headrail into the open end bracket from the front. Be sure to lift the headrail up on to any intermediary brackets where used. Close and make sure the bracket gate is firmly locked shut
When the wooden blind is safely home feel free to lower the blind and take in its awesomeness. Just before patting yourself on the back, line up, level, and secure that fascia to the wooden blind headrail
Enjoy a risk-free purchase as our wooden blinds come with a 5-year warranty covering workmanship and componentry under normal use. This warranty assures that your investment in our wooden blinds is protected, offering peace of mind and satisfaction with your choice. For more details regarding our 5-year warranty, download the PDF below
Damage caused to wooden blind slats by naughty dogs that like to chew things isn’t covered, sorry
Over 799+ Online reviews | 5 & 97.9% on profiles
Ryan was really helpful. The wooden blinds are really easy to install and look lovely. They came really quickly from ordering them
Jayne Collins
Birchville, Upper Hutt - Mar 2024
|100% Rating
Thanks again; thanks for all your business, Jayne; i'm glad you like your new wooden blinds
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Mar 2024
Requested two wooden blinds. They fitted perfectly and were delivered as ordered. They look lovely and I like the controls for the blinds. Was easy to install, as I had ordered the wooden blinds as a DIY kit. Will be ordering more in the future
Peter Woltersdorf
Rolleston - Feb 2024
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
Thanks Peter, i'm glad everything worked out so well with the wooden blinds; happy to help again in future; thanks for your business and review
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Feb 2024
Excellent service, have used multiple times. Wonderful communication and beautiful wooden blinds product
Sasha Grayson
Paremoremo, Auckland - Dec 2023
| 5 Stars
Thanks so much for your business over the years, Sasha; 5 wooden blind orders over 3 years; very much appreciated.
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2023
Dealing with Ryan has been a pleasure and his communication and engagement is outstanding. The manufacturing quality of the blinds is great and meets if not exceeds my expectations. The packaging and dispatch is also top notch with the blinds well packed and protected and sent out in well labelled and well fitting cartons. Then the wheels get a little wobbly. 7 days to deliver goods from the collection in Auckland to me in Browns Bay and then 5-6 more days to receive brackets that were missing from the original order - was a little disappointing. Not a disaster or worth chasing up about - but just so out of line with all the rest of the experience that I guess it stood out as the one anomaly. Not suggesting that Blinds Online change the way they operate or the excellent service they provide - (but a word to the logistics people to try and get a 20% improvement there - might be in order?). In conclusion (the important part) the 9 blinds of varying width and length - all look and operate brilliantly!
Gordon Williams
Waiake, Auckland - Nov 2023
| 5 Stars
Thanks for your wooden blinds business, Gordon. Thanks as well for you thorough feedback. For those reading this; over 15 years, or so, of business I think I have tried or been exposed to pretty much all freight and courier lines in NZ. Not one of them stands out as perfect to me. We currently use Daily Freight which is part of Main-freight, and New Zealand Couriers for smaller items. While, for the most part, getting blinds to clients nationwide goes well, sometimes, and in the case here, Daily Freight took way too long to get Gordon's wooden blinds across town for sure! The factory unfortunately packed one bracket short and then took a few days longer than I would have liked to remedy the situation and get that extra required bracket out to Gordon. Thanks for your patience Gordon! I'm so happy you are thrilled with the end result; good looking; smooth operating, wooden blinds. Thanks Gordon!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Nov 2023
Great service thank you!
Chris Rogan
Wellsford - Oct 2023
| 5 Stars
You're most welcome, Chris, enjoy the wooden blinds and thanks for your business
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Oct 2023
Build quality is 10/10. Service and delivery of blinds also completely flawless, overall super easy and great process of buying these wooden blinds!
Cole McConnell
Hamilton - Jun 2023
| 5 Stars
What a brilliant review. Thanks very much for your wooden blind order and the feedback, Cole, much appreciated. All the best!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jun 2023
Very good company to deal with - much cheaper than in-person stores and the wooden blind quality is fantastic. Ryan really helped guide us through the process of measuring our windows, selecting our wooden blinds, and then installing them perfectly
Neil Dalphin
Wallaceville, Upper Hutt - Jun 2023
| 5 Stars
Thanks so much, Neil. Glad the whole process was made easy and you're pleased with both the 50mm and 60mm wooden blinds you chose. All the best; enjoy!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jun 2023
I have purchased wooden blinds and a privacy roller blind from Blinds Online. Impeccable service and communication, and Ryan's advice was spot on. I didn't want to lose my view, but wanted privacy, and the result is perfect! Highly recommend
Tracey Anderson
One Tree Point, Whangarei - May 2023
| 5 Stars
Great review, thanks Tracey. I'm glad the wooden blinds have worked out so well. Thanks for your business!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - May 2023
Excellent communication and service, very happy with my wooden blind
Gill Court
Howick, Auckland - Mar 2023
| 5 Stars
So glad you're happy with your wooden blind, Gill. All the best. Thanks for your feedback and your business
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Mar 2023
Ryan was easy to deal with and our wooden blinds arrived on time and installation was easy
Tina Fougt
Orakei, Auckland - Feb 2023
| 5 Stars
Thanks Tina; enjoy your new wooden blinds; thanks for taking the time to share your experience
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Feb 2023
Really happy with my wooden blind – good quality and sharp price, easy to self-install, and excellent service from Ryan. I'll be ordering more
Sally Rice
Richmond, Nelson - Dec 2022
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
Thanks for the great review and your repeat business, Sally. Glad you like the wooden blinds. All the best
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2022
We purchase three blinds of various sizes from Ryan–Blinds Online Ltd. We are absolutely delighted with the blinds, the prompt service and the reasonable price. They arrived beautifully package. We would absolutely recommend this company
Carole Pilcher
Milford, Auckland - Dec 2022
|100% Rating
That's what I strive for. Thanks Carole. A well made product, delivered well. Don't the 60mm white wooden blinds look amazing. So happy you are delighted with them
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2022
Very happy with our wooden blinds! Great price and wonderful service too. We had ours installed by Ramiz and they look great. He also helped match the right shade of white. Thanks guys
Esther Vernon
Point Chevalier, Auckland - Nov 2022
| 5 Stars
That's great and you're most welcome, Esther. Glad you like your new wooden blinds
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Nov 2022
Blinds are perfect - the measurements done were spot on. Love my new snug corner with its stylish wooden blinds. You guys are amazing – (NOCOWBOYS) Thank you so much for the wooden blinds - you were right the measurements are spot on. Love my new snug corner with its stylish wooden blinds. You guys are amazing. I highly recommend Blinds Online – (GOOGLE)
Lisa McPheat
Campbells Bay, Auckland - Oct 2022
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
You're amazing, Lisa! Thanks heaps. Having good measuring instructions and encouraging (making sure) people use them is key to us all having a pleasurable experience. Enjoy the stylish 50mm white wooden blinds
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Oct 2022
I’ve had a great experience with online blinds. It’s been a hectic year and these guys were patient and flexible. Install (Ramiz) was a breeze and the blinds look great! Any mishaps (my end) were felt with swiftly and managed really well. I was a bit nervous using a fully online business, particularly as blinds aren’t cheap and there have been so many scams in recent years, but the product looks great and works really well. I would definitely use them again
Anna Geraets
Stillwater - Sep 2022
|100% Rating
Thanks Anna, I'm glad everything has worked out well. We do exist in human form as well, so not completely online, however I know what you mean. We have showrooms for a few of our products however not all. We provide SERVICE as we did for Anna, as well as a DIY approach for those that want it. Enjoy the 60mm white wooden blinds throughout your home
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Sep 2022
Blinds look fantastic. Great service
Susan Hannan
St Heliers, Auckland - Mar 2022
|100% Rating
Thanks Susan – you're most welcome. Enjoy the 60mm white wooden venetian blinds! Don't they look amazing!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Mar 2022
Extremely happy with our new white wooden Venetians, they look amazing. Ryan’s communication was faultless, he responded to every question and within hours. Ramiz measured and installed the wooden blinds and he is the nicest person and so efficient and helpful. A great service and a great product. Thanks
Karen Goodman
Greenhithe, Auckland - Dec 2021
|100% Rating
The 60mm White Wooden Venetians do look amazing don't they! So glad you are happy with them, Karen. I appreciate your business and your great testimonial. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2021
Great quality wooden blinds that look fabulous! Responsive to questions, fast & efficient service. NZ made too. Thoroughly recommend!
Lynne Jeffery
Point Chevalier, Auckland - Dec 2021
|100% Rating
Thanks very much Lynne. Enjoy your 60mm White Wooden Venetian blind
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2021
Our wooden blinds arrived a couple of weeks ago, they are up and we are really thrilled with the results. Thank you for excellent service, your communication was regular and we felt we knew what was going on at each step of the process. We really appreciated that after lockdown, you didn't give a timeline but explained that blinds would be manufactured in the order that they had been received. We were pleasantly surprised at how quickly they arrived. Your pricing was super competitive and we are really happy with the end result and will definitely use you again. Thanks again Ryan, it had been a pleasure working with you
Nicky Lyon
Beckenham, Christchurch - Oct 2021
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
It was absolute pleasure working with you too, Nicky. Lockdown was certainly challenging however the factory staff are awesome and once back up to speed we can manufacture at a good pace without comprising the quality wooden blinds we are known for. Thanks for taking the time to write an informative review and thanks for your business
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Oct 2021
Despite being in Lockdown, communication was great and the blinds arrived in good time, all things considered! We measured the windows ourselves and were a bit nervous about how well the blinds would fit when they arrived. The instructions for measuring were very easy to follow and they fit perfectly. They have completely transformed the room. Thanks so much for giving us a lift in morale in this never ending Lockdown!
Paula Dacey
Birkenhead, Auckland - Oct 2021
|100% Rating
You're most welcome, Paula. A big thanks to you for your patience and business. Glad the wooden blinds have transformed your home for you. They do look good!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Oct 2021
Excellent service keeping us in the loop after level 4 lockdown and ensuring the work was in the pipeline. Quality wooden blinds and easy to install
Dianne Marsh
Murray’s Bay, Auckland - Oct 2021
|95% Rating
Thanks again, Dianne! Glad you like the wooden blinds. Thanks for the review
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Oct 2021
Very happy with my new wooden blinds. Great quality. Easy to self-install. Excellent communication and great personal service from Ryan as always. We've used Blinds Online a few different times over the years and they always come up 5 star
Lynda Hull
Palm Beach, Waiheke - Oct 2021
| 5 Stars |98% Rating
Thanks again, Lynda; always a pleasure; thanks for the new review and glad you like the new wooden blinds! All the best; till next time
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Oct 2021
Good communication and in spite of a small delivery hiccup they went out of their way to sort it out. Installer turned up right on time and was fast, efficient and took all the rubbish
Brendan Haugh
Meadowbank, Auckland - Jun 2021
|98% Rating
Thanks for your patience, Brendan; enjoy the wooden blinds!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jun 2021
Great service, Ryan and Ramiz were very helpful. Complete package from start to finish including measuring up and installing blinds. Fully recommend this company. Thank you. Great job
Julie Brown
Paremoremo, Auckland - May 2021
| 5 Stars
You're most welcome, Julie. Thanks for your business and review. Enjoy the wooden blinds
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - May 2021
The wooden blinds arrived well wrapped to protect them from any damage. The fitting instructions were really easy to read and my partner had them up in no time. I’m really happy with the product and can’t recommend Blinds Online enough
Jayne Collins
Birchville, Upper Hutt - May 2021
| 5 Stars
Thanks for the review, Jayne. Thanks for your business. I'm glad the process was easy and you like the wooden blinds received and installed. All the best!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - May 2021
We are very happy with our wooden blinds. The instructions for measuring were very clear and were simple to follow. The installation was easy and the wooden blinds look great. A great product at a great price. Ryan is so easy to deal with. Lots of communication. I highly recommend. Rose
Rosemary Sutherland
Arrowtown - May 2021
| 5 Stars
Thanks Rose, I'm glad the whole process and experience was great! Please enjoy your wooden blinds. Thanks for your business and great review
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - May 2021
Very happy with our wooden blinds from Ryan. Blinds, great service, and the fit was perfect, would definitely recommend dealing with this company
Linda Playle
Waikawa Beach, Levin - Apr 2021
|100% Rating
Thanks for the positive feedback and business, Linda. Much appreciated. Enjoy your new wooden blinds
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Apr 2021
Great service and communication. Wooden blinds arrived well packed and look great up. Ryan was easy to deal with, helpful and quick to reply to emails. Thanks so much
Ngaio Reid
Hastings - Apr 2021
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
You're most welcome, Ngaio. Glad the 60mm white wooden blinds look good. Thanks for your business and great feedback. Much appreciated
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Apr 2021
Perfect in every way!! Ryan is prompt with his communication and Ramiz polite, tidy and swift with his installation. Product is great quality and I'm thrilled with the result of wooden venetians. Would use again and thoroughly recommend!!
Deanna Clarke
Glen Eden, Auckland - Apr 2021
| 5 Stars
Awesome, so happy you are thrilled with the outcome. Thanks Deanna; enjoy the wooden blinds!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Apr 2021
Good quality wooden blinds at a reasonable price
David Gollogly
Greenhithe, Auckland - Apr 2021
| 4 Stars |88% Rating
Thanks for your business and review, David. Enjoy the wooden blinds
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Apr 2021
Ryan was really helpful and great to deal with. The quality of the wooden blinds are amazing. Will definitely be recommending to friends and family
Madison Golding
Whitby, Porirua - Feb 2021
| 5 Stars
Thanks for the coming referrals; this is always appreciated, thanks Madison. Glad you are impressed with the quality of the wooden blinds. All the best and thanks for you business!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Feb 2021
Fantastic quality, fantastic service. The 60mm Marupa Wooden blinds look great in the windows giving the room a very contemporary look. Ryan made sure that the measurements were correct so that I received a perfect fit for even a bay window
Wade Taylor
Papamoa - Jan 2021
| 5 Stars
Thanks Wade, I'm very happy it was a positive experience. Thanks so much for your business and great feedback. All the best; enjoy those 60mm wooden blinds
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jan 2021
Ryan, we just wanted to say thanks. We're very happy with the white wooden blinds in the bathroom that we ordered from Blinds Online. They look great. We also appreciated your good communication throughout the process
Estelle Swan
Kohimarama, Auckland - Jan 2021
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
You're most welcome Estelle; thanks for your repeat business over the years. Enjoy the wooden blinds and thanks for taking the time to write your review and feedback. Much appreciated
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jan 2021
Very easy to deal with. answered all my questions in a quick time frame. They gave me confidence we could install the wooden blinds ourselves, and we did that with no issues. Very happy with the wooden blinds themselves – they've fully transferred the rooms!
Anna Arlidge
Remuera, Auckland - Jan 2021
|95% Rating
Nice work Anna, thanks for the feedback and your business. I'm glad the wooden blinds have worked out so well for you
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jan 2021
Brilliant result, easy and helpful team to work with and incredibly competitive price for such good quality wooden blinds. Highly recommend, thank you very much Blinds Online
Janna Alexander
Avondale, Auckland - Dec 2020
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
You're most welcome, Janna. Thanks for your business. Enjoy your new wooden blinds
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2020
After researching pricing on wooden blinds I found Blinds Online Ltd to be most favourable. My enquiries online were answered super swiftly by Ryan and after seeing some samples I placed my order. The end product that arrived is of absolutely TOP quality for an affordable price - I just can't believe my luck in finding Blinds Online Ltd and I intend to use them again soon. Highly recommended
Christie Grant
Te Aroha - Oct 2020
| 5 Stars
Woohoo we must be doing things right! Thanks so much for the fabulous review, Christie. Glad you are enjoying those 50mm white wooden blinds. Very happy to help again soon. All the best
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Oct 2020
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Angela Corinaldi
Warkworth - Aug 2020
| 5 Stars
Thanks very much, Angela. Enjoy your wooden blinds nz
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Aug 2020
We ordered wooden blinds NZ from Blinds Online, to install ourselves. After taking over a year to install them myself, when I finally went to do it I realised I'd lost the brackets to hold the blinds up. After a couple of quick emails Ryan had spare brackets sent down to me at very reasonable cost. Great result in the end, and the wooden blinds look awesome!
Ben Mannell
Frankton, Hamilton - Aug 2020
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
Haha glad you finally got round to installing your wooden blinds NZ, Ben. Glad I was able to help; glad you are happy with the blinds. All the best and thanks for your business and review!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Aug 2020
We had great service and assistance from Ryan. His wooden venetian blinds are lovely (NOCOWBOYS) Great service and very friendly communication. Our wooden blinds are lovely. Thanks very much Ryan (GOOGLE)
Robyn Mulgrew
Warkworth - Jul 2020
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
Thanks so much, Robyn. Please enjoy your black wooden blinds. Thanks for your business and all the best. Here to help in the future should you need
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jul 2020
Ryan at Blinds Online is great to deal with. We have just purchased our second lot of wooden blinds from him, for our main house, after buying blinds for our Beachhouse from him earlier. The wooden blinds arrived when promised and were as we expected in terms of quality. This was during later stages of COVID-19 lockdown so a great service
Des & Theresa Ace
Castor Bay, Auckland - Jul 2020
|100% Rating
Thanks for your repeat business, Des. Much appreciated. I hope you enjoy your new wooden blinds NZ. Till next time
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jul 2020
Nice wooden blinds. Easy to order. Quick replies. Would order again
Sharleen Adam
Beach Haven, Auckland - Jul 2020
| 5 Stars
Thanks so much, Sharleen! Glad you like the wooden blind
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jul 2020
Excellent customer service. Quick, responsive and very very helpful. Great wooden blind products, delivered early, with easy to understand instructions. Highly recommended
Bill Jones
Bethlehem, Tauranga - Jun 2020
|93% Rating
Woohoo thanks Bill. Glad we impressed you. Glad you like the wooden blinds. They look smart don't they. All the best and thank you!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jun 2020
Blinds Online are an excellent service. I got the white wooden venetian blinds for my lounge and bedrooms, and they look great. I had three other quotes, and Blinds Online were by far the best quote. The service was excellent, and completely hassle free. I saved money, and would most certainly recommend them
Gloria Bernstone
Gulf Harbour - Apr 2020
| 5 Stars
What a great review, thanks Gloria. Thanks for taking the time to write it and thanks for your business. Enjoy the wooden blinds and all the best!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Apr 2020
Really pleased. I ordered 50mm white wood venetians for 4 rooms. They arrived on time as expected and were very easy to install. They look magnificent and fit perfectly. We had a little wee hiccup with delivery (the courier offload one box to an entirely different town) but Ryan followed up and sorted this with urgency. I would be more than happy to recommend this company. They were in fact recommended to me in the first place
Margaret Gibson
Beckenham, Christchurch - Nov 2019
|100% Rating
Glad you are so happy with the wooden blinds and service, Margaret. Was a pleasure, thanks for your business and your time in writing a review. Most appreciated. Enjoy your wooden venetian blinds
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Nov 2019
From start to finish Ryan communicated throughout the process and made it easy for me to get the blind I wanted and to install it. Clear instructions were given on measuring and also installing so I knew everything would fit. I would definitely purchase wooden blinds again from them
Cherie Altenburg
Remuera, Auckland - Sep 2019
|98% Rating
Woohoo thanks Cherie! Enjoy the wooden blind and so glad the experience was a breeze. All the best; till next time, cheers
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Sep 2019
Blinds Online Ltd delivered me an excellent quality wooden blind and backed it up with very friendly and prompt customer service. I will use them again and recommend them unreservedly
Phil G
Kaiwaka - Sep 2019
|98% Rating
Was an absolute pleasure, Phil. Well done, that wooden blind with the end return was a trickier one to explain how to measure and install correctly, as a DIY order. You did well and so happy you are so chuffed with it. Thanks for the photo of it installed; looks great
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Sep 2019
Excellent correspondence by Ryan from first contact to last. Nothing was too much trouble and Ryan was always available with advice. The 10 wooden blinds venetian fit perfectly and look great. The only slight issue was the blinds arrived one day later than expected. I would highly recommend Blinds Online
Paul Carroll
Rothesay Bay, Auckland - Aug 2019
| 5 Stars |98% Rating
Thanks very much, Paul, much appreciated. Enjoy those wood blinds NZ; so glad you're happy with them
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Aug 2019
Great experience, efficient service and really well priced wooden blinds. Ryan was super helpful, not pushy, and we will be back to purchase the remaining sets of wooden blinds once we have finished renovating. No hesitation in recommending your company and service. Thanks again
Lydia Mannell
Hamilton East - Nov 2018
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
Thanks so much for taking the time to review us, Lydia. Much appreciated. Enjoy the white wooden blinds and yes more than happy to assist with more after you've done your renovations
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Nov 2018
I cannot recommend Ryan and Blinds Online highly enough. This was the third time I have had wooden blinds made by them and the experience has been the same each time - superb customer service and a quality product. The wooden blinds arrived sooner than expected and were simple to install. They have completely changed the look of my lounge/dining room/kitchen, just exactly what I wanted and expected – (NOCOWBOYS) It was a pleasure doing business with Blinds Online. From the prompt replies to my emails, to the handy measuring and installation guides, everything went very smoothly. The wooden blind arrived soon after ordering it and was a perfect fit and very easy to install. It looks really good too! I am really happy with everything and have no hesitation recommending this company – (GOOGLE)
Margaret McMorran
Belfast, Christchurch - Oct 2018
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
Woohoo, so good to hear, Margaret. Always a pleasure and glad you are happy with the outcome of your white wooden blinds. Thanks so much for such a great review. All the best, until next time
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Oct 2018
Brilliant service from Ryan at Blindsonline!!!
Kelly Benns
Beachlands, Auckland - Sep 2018
|100% Rating
Thanks Kelly, your testimonial and business is much appreciated. Enjoy the wooden blinds NZ through your different properties. Till next next, have a good one!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Sep 2018
Best service ever. Ryan was more than helpful, kept in contact throughout process. Finished product a+++. Easy to install. Very happy & would highly recommend Blinds Online for your wooden blinds. Great service
Kim Blomqvist
Remuera, Auckland - Sep 2018
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Yes, best service!...that's pretty good. Thanks so much, Kim, you're most welcome. Enjoy the wooden blinds
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Sep 2018
Quick, easy, and very helpful
Alex White
Whitby, Porirua - May 2018
|88% Rating
Thanks Alex, enjoy those white wooden blinds
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - May 2018
Blinds Online provided a great service for me and my rental properties. A reliable team and the wooden blinds were quality so I would certainly recommend them to others
Simon Allen
Glen Innes, Auckland - Apr 2018
|95% Rating
Glad you like the wooden blinds, Simon. Thanks for your business and taking the time to write a review. All very much appreciated
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Apr 2018
This is the second time I have used Blinds Online, Ryan is easy to deal with, informative, with a good selection of product and price. Efficient service from quote to install, thank you
Caroline Barrington-Nash
Torbay, Auckland - Dec 2017
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Always a pleasure, Caroline. Thanks for writing a review, thanks for your return business, and enjoy the wooden blinds throughout your home
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2017
I love our new wooden blinds. Exact colour match and fit. If you are wanting a fast and efficient service with a smile attached give Ryan a ring. Marie & Brent Davie (GOOGLE) Fast, efficient service from Ryan and an exact colour match. Nothing was a problem. I thank Ryan, who was a pleasure to deal with and recommend him 100%. Well done (NOCOWBOYS)
Marie Davie
Orewa - Dec 2017
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Marie & Brent chose to put wooden venetian blinds through their new home in Orewa. Glad you love the wooden blinds, Marie & Brent. Enjoy and thanks for your repeat business!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2017
I did quite a lot of shopping around for the best price/quality wooden venetian blinds I could find, before deciding to go with Blinds Online. I'm really happy that I decided to do business with Ryan and am also really thrilled with the wooden blinds I now have! Ryan was very professional and prompt with every enquiry and also did an excellent job on the actual installation. I can't speak highly enough of my experience with him and would thoroughly recommend Ryan and Blinds Online to anyone
Michelle Gardner
Te Atatu Peninsula, Auckland - Dec 2017
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Thanks so much for your business and such great feedback, Michelle! I'm very happy you are so thrilled with the wooden venetian blinds. All the best for now
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2017
All service aspects of this business was prompt and even when there was a problem, (damaged caused by the courier) communication was regular and replacement was quick
Jackie & Jeremy Gray
Greytown, Wairarapa - Dec 2017
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Thanks for getting in touch quickly re the damaged freight, Jackie. Enjoy your wooden venetian blinds, it was a pleasure doing business!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2017
We are so happy with our wooden blinds, they did a fantastic job and provided excellent service. Nothing was too much hassle and it definitely felt like Ryan went the extra mile for us. Would highly recommend to anyone. Thank you Blinds Online for an outstanding job well done!
Chirarn Wilson
Stanmore Bay - Dec 2017
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What a lovely family unit you have, Chirarn! Absolute pleasure; enjoy the white wooden blinds in the lounge and the blockout roller blinds through the bedrooms
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2017
I have purchased some wooden blinds from Blinds Online and I cant get over the the exceptional service I have received from Ryan, any question I had Ryan answered quick smart any time of the day. The wooden blinds look amazing, will get more when the next project starts. Great service and outstanding quality
Terry Casey
Te Kauwhata, Waikato - Nov 2017
|100% Rating
Awesome, so glad we've impressed and you find the wooden blinds exceptional, Terry. Very happy to help again in future. Please enjoy the wooden blinds. Thanks so much for the review
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Nov 2017
Brilliant service and product! Ryan was amazing to work with and ensured that our wooden blinds were made and delivered at speed. The end product is fabulous! I highly recommend Blinds Online!
Charlotte Cochrane
Ashburton - Oct 2017
|100% Rating
Thanks so much, Charlotte. Enjoy the white wooden blinds NZ!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Oct 2017
Excellent service, strongly recommended
Murray Dyson
Castor Bay, Auckland - Feb 2017
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Thanks so much Murray. Enjoy the new wooden blinds NZ
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Feb 2017
It was a pleasure having my beautiful new wooden blinds NZ made by blinds online. Right from when Ryan contacted me after my initial expression of interest in getting a quote I was pleasantly surprised at helpful he was, a fantastic communicator and very patient and informative. It was a very busy time of the year, being right before Christmas, but they managed to get my beautiful white wooden blinds installed before Christmas and before my guests arrived. They are well made and look perfect. My husband and I wouldn't hesitate recommending this business and would certainly use Ryan's expertise again. We have already recommended him to many friends and family members. Thank you so much. (NOCOWBOYS) We recently used Blinds Online to get some shutters and wooden venetian blinds. We are very happy with the workmanship and the quality of our blinds and shutters. Ryan is very efficient and very pleasant to work with. (GOOGLE)
Josie Cunningham
Northcote Point, Auckland - Feb 2017
| 5 Stars |100% Rating
It was an absolute pleasure dealing with you and your husband, Josie. Enjoy the wooden blinds venetian; they transformed that room so well!
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Feb 2017
I had quotes from multiple suppliers and most had the same products with similar price but I went with Ryan because of his AMAZING customer service : ). He will always reply to your email on time, explain to you the process and he has a lot of patience
Gopika Dasi
Karaka Lakes, Auckland - Feb 2017
|100% Rating
Working with you was an absolute pleasure, Gopika. Thanks for your business and review. Enjoy the wooden venetian blinds throughout your home
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Feb 2017
Thanks once again Ryan for an excellent job done in a timely manner. Two weeks from woo to go is exceptional and we have happy owners and tenants. Blinds Online's professional advice is much appreciated
Karen Workman - Barfoot & Thompson Ltd
Henderson, Auckland - Jul 2016
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You're most welcome Karen – always a pleasure. Karen now has many of our 25mm aluminium venetian blinds, PVC Venetian blinds, and wooden blinds throughout properties she manages
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jul 2016
Blinds Online did a great job of fitting my house with a combination of roller blinds, blockout blinds, roman blinds, wooden blinds, and drapes. The quality of product is excellent and there is a fantastic range of choice. I wanted a reasonable price and an easy company to deal with and Ryan, along with Jess (curtains) and David (installing everything) did a wonderful job -- until now I have always tried to save money doing these things myself, buying readymade and installing myself -- but the attention to detail paid by Dave, Jess, and Ryan was excellent -- far superior to anything I would have done! So very happy
Pania Brown
Papatoetoe , Auckland - Jun 2016
| 5 Stars |95% Rating
What a lovely lady! This was a bigger house lot job with plenty of wood blinds NZ, drapes, voiles, roller blinds all installed and looking good. It is so worth getting custom made to measure wooden blinds for your windows rather than opting out for cheap, get what you pay for, ready made blinds! These will keep looking good year after year. I just had another client contact me to say her blinds looked like new after 3 years!! Thanks for your awesome feedback, Pania
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Jun 2016
A very happy customer - I couldn't have asked for more in terms of service, advice and quality of product (wooden blinds)!
Mairi Allan
Stonefields, Auckland - Feb 2015
|100% Rating
You're most welcome, Mairi. Glad you like the wooden blinds and the service received! Cheers
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Feb 2015
Prompt and reliable service. Very professional. We would highly recommend
Lyn Dyson
Castor Bay, Auckland - Dec 2014
|100% Rating
Thanks for your business Lyn, enjoy the wood blinds NZ
Ryan Ambler - Blinds Online (PRIVATE)
A MAN - Dec 2014
Are wooden blinds really that much lighter than PVC venetians?
Short answer; Yes! Wooden blinds are considerably lighter; they are lighter to lift, to lower, and even to tilt the blades. And as the size of venetian blinds gets larger, the weight consideration between PVC and wooden blinds becomes more and more prominent. As wooden blinds are lighter, there's far less wear and tear, over time, on the cords that raise and lower the wooden blinds when compared to their PVC cousins. Size for size, under the same usage, you'd need to re-cord a PVC blind before you'd need to re-cord a wooden blind Another overlooked aspect, relating to weight, and operating PVC venetian blinds, is that it is harder, and takes more technique to successfully get those bottom-rails to sit level once the blind is raised. This may not be such a concern if your blinds are left down most of the time. People often request PVC blinds as a cost saving move however I feel it is important to factor in, ease of use if you are going to be lifting them often, and the cost of potentially re-cording heavier blinds in the future some time
Are wooden blinds ok in bathrooms?
Depends on your bathroom layout, how moist things get, and how well ventilated it is really. I often err on the side of caution and recommend PVC venetian blinds for the wetter areas of the house as it's impossible for me to know how you use your bathroom and how well ventilated it is or not. In saying this I have had plenty of clients over the years that have vetoed my 'playing it safe' call and gone with wooden blinds and they've been perfectly fine. I've also been in plenty of homes over the years that have had existing wooden blinds in their bathroom, and while I'm their to replace them, it's because they are old, not because of water damage. If the wooden blinds are going to come under direct contact with water definitely use PVC venetians instead. If you'd prefer wooden blinds because you're looking at match them completely throughout your home, or you like how light they are to operate in comparison to PVC, and your bathroom is well ventilated, and gets time to properly dry out, then wooden blinds are fine. In short, wooden blinds are fine in bathrooms as long as there is good ventilation and they aren’t coming into direct contact with water. If there is any doubt then PVC venetians are the way to go.
What brackets do I need to install my wooden blinds?
All the brackets required are supplied with your new wooden blinds. They are most commonly supplied attached (taped) to each of the individual wooden blinds, on the headrail. Each blind has a left end bracket and a right end bracket. These are stamped as (L) and (R) and have a hinge gate which faces into the room with the hinge at the top. Wooden blinds 1.7m and wider have an intermediary bracket required and will be supplied, again taped to the headrail of the blind needing it. This is to provide extra support for wider wooden blinds. For full install instructions, please refer to the 'INSTALLING' section higher up this product page.
Should there be bigger light gaps at the bottom of my wooden blinds (when closed) than at the top?
This is standard across all brands and types of venetian blind without exception. When the wooden blind blades are tilted closed, the blades don't close as tightly the further down the wooden blind you look. While the tilt mechanism (located in the blinds headrail) is great at closing the blades closest to the top of the wooden blind; the further down you go the bigger the gap between closed blades will be. While this isn't hugely noticeable in general it can be most noticed on full drop wooden blinds because of their greater drop and because of the angle these bigger blinds are usually viewed from; stood in front of the blind, looking down. The gaps can't be avoided; it's physics in action; distance, weight and ladder stretch are all preventing the tilt mechanisms from ever closing the blades near the bottom as tightly as the blades at the top. Your privacy isn't jeopardised however the light leaks will be greater near the bottom of full drop wooden blinds. The phenomenon described here is to set the right expectations when choosing wooden blind products for your requirements. Again, this is standard across all brands and types of venetian blind.
I'm not sure my small wooden blinds are operating quite right?
At times, smaller sized wooden blinds can seem a little tricky or 'stuck' to operate. They don't glide or fall down quite as easy as larger wooden blinds. The right operating action is required even more than normal; keeping the cord away from tripping the cord-lock mechanism. There isn't the same tension on the cord as there is with larger heavier wooden blinds, so the cord is slacker going through the cord-lock and can trigger it to lock. It also comes down to knowing that sometimes smaller wooden blinds need a little encouragement, a little human assistance, by gently pulling the bottom rail in conjunction with keeping the cord taught on that optimum angle as it passes through the cord-lock. Smaller wooden blinds just don’t have the same weight as larger ones do; the weight to drop efficiently and pull the cord though the pulleys and runners, like larger wooden binds do so effortlessly. Operating smaller wooden blinds successfully comes with experience and knowing what I've described is expected with smaller lighter wooden blinds. All blinds are fully tested before leaving the factory. Have a go operating your wooden blinds with this in mind. If you still feel there is an issue with your wooden blinds let me know. I can send someone to assess them onsite (within Auckland) however there will be a call-out charge if they are found to be operating as they should. I hope this sheds some light on a largely unknown aspect of smaller wooden blinds.
What is the narrowest wooden blind you can manufacture?
The narrowest 'reveal width' wooden blind we can make is 150mm wide. Wooden blinds from 150mm to 249mm, will only have the tilt control, which can be either on the L or R. Wooden blinds of this small size don't have the physical space inside the headrail to include the mechanisms to lift and drop the blind. Between 250mm and 349mm both the tilt and lift controls are present however they must be split to each side, i.e.; the tilt control is on one side while the lift control will be on the opposite side. From 350mm and wider, both controls are still present however they can be on the same side or you can have them split to each side. By default we keep the tilt and lift controls together on one side for a simple no fuss look. Both tilt and lift controls are coloured co-ordinated cord.
What sort of longevity should we expect from your wooden blinds?
Wow that's a hard one. Everyone operates wooden blinds differently. If you look after them, clean them, and operate them with care and some basic knowledge they'll last a long time. I've been selling wooden blinds for 12 years now. I choose suppliers carefully, and haven't ever had negative feedback or complaints about them. Basic operating care would involve not raising or lowering them with reckless abandon; lift and lower with care. Also be conscious of what angle you are holding the control cords, when lifting and lowering the blind. Make sure they are running into the headrail on the smooth parts of the cord-lock mechanism and not rubbing against any sharp metal parts they shouldn't be, which will wear the cords out faster than expected. The wood we use is Marupa which is known for its stable nature and long history within the blind manufacturing world.
What warranty do you offer on your wooden blinds?
All our wooden blinds are really well made. If looked after, cleaned regularly, and operated with care, they'll last many years beyond their warranty periods. I choose my suppliers carefully. Both the 50mm and 60mm ranges have a 5 year warranty. Please read the full warranty in the WARRANTY section.
What is the lead time on your wooden blinds?
The wooden blinds we offer are made in about 3 weeks however please allow 3-4 weeks total to allow for freight to you (DIY) or for your installer to book you in (SERVICE). Our wooden blinds are all manufactured in Auckland and overseen by staff with 20+ years experience in wooden blind manufacture. In any lead-up to Xmas I'd allow a little bit longer. It's not always needed however it's always a busier time of year.
What runs along the top of the wooden blinds you offer?
We use neat, professionally made wooden fascias that run along, and conceal the headrail of the wooden blind. The fascias are made of the same wooden material as the wooden blind slats you have chosen however they are wider than the wooden blind slats. Fascias are 70mm high which looks smarter than 'others' narrower fascias, and covers the gap between the top slat and the bottom of the headrail. Our fascias are attached by dual-lock industrial velcro. I've seen some companies use only double sided tape which over the years dries out, often making their fascias fall off. Fascias are the same colour as the wooden blind slats you have chosen. If 'inside mounting' your wooden blinds and you have adequate reveal depth, I feel setting the blind back so the face of the fascia is about 10mm back from the face of the architrave looks good. If outside mounting your wooden blinds (which is not too common these days) there will be fascia 'end returns' as well to cover the end of the brackets and make things look neat and tidy. The fascias for the 46 and 60mm ranges have mitred corners (when outside mounting) so that the front fascia and the fascia end returns meet seamlessly. The one down side of the 50mm range (and only if they need to be outside mounted) if that the factory who manufacture these do not do mitred corners. I can provide fascia end returns in this case however they will be a butt join and not mitred. Many people wouldn't notice this however it is good to know to set the right expectations. Inside mounted wooden blinds have one fascia length along the top; neat and tidy.
Would you recommend wooden blinds over ranch-sliders?
No. In my experience I don't feel wooden blinds or venetians in general are a good blind choice to cover thoroughfares. Each time you want to use the doorway you'll need to raise the wooden blind up, and what most people don't think to consider is the 'stack height'. For example a wooden blind with a drop of 2 metres creates a 'stack height' of 250mm when raised. Unless you walk around on your knees a lot, you'll be ducking under your blinds like entering a Japanese Ryoken or hitting your head and swearing, 'why didn't I listen to Ryan! Wooden blinds on full drop windows, which aren't points of access are ok, however it's still good to consider 'stack heights' and how you live and want to use your blinds. NB: Aluminium venetian blinds aren't so bad as they have a much smaller stack height.
What are the 'stack heights' of your wooden blinds?
'Stack height' refers to the height of the wooden blind when fully raised. How much window 'real estate' (height) it takes up. Stack heights include everything; the head-rail, slats, and bottom rail. Approximate stack heights for your reference are as follows: A wooden blind with drop of 600mm, has a stack height of 118mm. 700mm drop has a stack of 126mm. 800mm = 134mm.............900mm = 142mm. 1000mm = 150mm..........1100mm = 158mm. 1200mm = 166mm..........1300mm = 174mm. 1400mm = 182mm..........1500mm = 190mm. 1600mm = 198mm..........1700mm = 206mm. 1800mm = 214mm..........1900mm = 222mm. 2000mm = 230mm..........2100mm = 238mm. 2200mm = 246mm..........2300mm = 254mm. 2400mm = 262mm..........2500mm = 270mm. 2600mm = 278mm..........2700mm = 284mm. 2800mm = 292mm..........2900mm = 300mm. And a 3000mm wooden blind drop has a stack of 308mm. If you need to calculate stack heights for drops in-between these values, please extrapolate, and take these as approximate.
What jamb depth do I require to house your wooden blinds?
To neatly house the brackets, headrail, and front fascia, all inside the window jamb, you would need a minimum of 70mm of available jamb depth. If the window jamb is less than 70mm then the top of the blind will protrude by the difference in these measurements. With shallow jambs we are often stuck with this scenario. If the wooden blind headrail and fascia are going to stick out between 20mm and 25mm we can 45º mitre the front fascia ends and make fascia 'end returns' to tidy up the look. When necessary, this can look quite good in my opinion; a wooden blind that is inside mount but partly protruding. If wooden blinds are going to stick out 26mm or more it may be safer and more practical to make a larger wooden blind and outside mount on the architrave. NB: Although they are different blind solutions, and may not suit your taste or budget, the 25mm aluminium venetian and the honeycomb blind are options that require less jamb depth than wooden blinds (FYI).
How do the 50mm and 60mm wooden blinds compare price wise?
Both our wooden blind options are made of Marupa wood and come with a 5 year warranty. The 50mm wooden blind range has the most colour options and is most economical. The 60mm wooden blinds come in white only and are approximately 20% more than the 50mm wooden blinds, price wise. While the 60mm wooden blinds are more expensive, that additional 10mm of blade size really does provide some extra WOW factor in your home. I'm always happy to provide multiple quotes if you weighing up the options.
Do you paint inside the holes where the cords run through your wooden blinds?
No, it's not practical to paint the inside of the router holes cut for wooden venetian cords to run through. Not practical from a time or quality of finish perspective. After being involved in the blind industry almost 13 years now (2020), and having dealt with numerous manufacturers, discussing various aspects including this one I’m pretty confident no NZ manufacturer paints the inside of these router holes. If you are getting paint coloured wooden blinds the router holes won't be painted; they will be the colour of the wood used. Where people have been adamant in the past that they have seen wooden blinds with painted router holes it has been discovered, after investigation, that these were PVC Venetians. PVC Venetians are the same colour right the way through their blind slats. Where it may be hard to tell the difference between wooden blinds and PVC; the weight of the PVC always gives them away. PVC Venetians are significantly heavier than wooden blinds. NB: We do paint the ends of our wooden blind slats. Some companies do not.
How high off the window-sill should my wooden blinds sit?
There are differing opinions regarding what looks best in terms of the gap between the wooden blind bottom-rail and the window-sill, or whether there should be a gap at all. We design our wooden blinds to have a gap at the bottom. To achieve this the factory make deductions to your measured drop, to get a ‘finished when tilted closed size’. When the wooden blind is tilted fully closed the bottom-rail should sit about 5mm off the highest point of the sill. When the blind is tilted fully open the bottom-rail will sit roughly 20mm above the sill. This however does depend on: where that last venetian slat ends up; all blade spacings; and the overall blind drop. A gap of 20-30mm above the sill when the wooden blind is tilted fully open should be expected and is within factory tolerances. If we didn’t design wooden blinds to sit above the sill, or the floor, depending on use, then the bottom-rail would hit when the wooden blind was tilted closed and could appear crooked, or bunched up at the bottom, depending on how and where the bottom-rail hits the sill. We feel a 5-10mm gap, when the blind is tilted closed, is in proportion and complements the spacings of, and around, the blind; i.e; the gaps between the blades themselves; the side gaps between blades; and the window frame. Please don't expect these measurements to be exact; there are always tolerances in manufacturing; these measurements should be used as a guide only to understand the need for the gap at the bottom. If you like your wooden blinds hitting the sill with no gap at all please add 10mm to the ‘wood to wood’ drop measurements you submit. Do so knowing and understanding the implications explained above however.
Can wooden blinds handle getting wet from rain?
The client that asked this had no eaves on a rental and was worried about tenants leaving windows open. Wooden blinds can cope with a bit of moisture but I would not recommend they be subject to 'rain' as such. A bit of steam here and there in a well ventilated bathroom is ok however not direct exposure to water or rain. Where there is any concern you may want to consider PVC blinds instead. One of the main reasons PVC blinds were introduced was to deal with ‘high volume of moisture’ areas of the home like poorly ventilated bathrooms.