Are shutters or blinds better for keeping your home cool in the summer?
Quick answer: Both shutters and blinds can keep your home cooler in summer — but performance depends on style, fit, material, and timing. Shutters offer superior insulation and a sealed barrier against heat. Blinds are more flexible and budget-friendly, with solar reflective rollers and tilted Venetians among the top performers for reducing solar heat gain. […]
Best Blinds for Bifold Doors
Quick answer: The best blinds for bifold doors are Perfect Fit blinds (on compatible uPVC frames), motorised roller blinds, vertical blinds for wide openings, faux wood Venetian blinds, and vision/day-night blinds. The right choice depends on how often your doors are opened, your frame type, and how much light control you need. Bifold doors are […]
Best blinds for privacy without losing light
Best blinds for privacy without losing light Blog Let’s talk about that awkward living room eye contact. You are sitting on the sofa in your pyjamas, enjoying a morning cup of tea, and someone strolls past your street-facing window. Do you wave? Do you freeze? Or do you just shut the heavy curtains and sit […]
How Much do Made-To-Measure Blinds Cost in the UK
How much do made-to-measure blinds cost in the UK Blog It’s often the very first question on everyone’s mind when redecorating a room or moving into a new home: exactly how much do made-to-measure blinds cost in the UK? If you’ve spent any time searching online, you probably noticed that the answers are incredibly varied […]
Perfect Fit vs roller blinds: choosing your ideal match
Perfect Fit blinds vs Roller blinds: choosing your ideal match Blog Choosing window coverings shouldn’t feel like a high-stakes exam. Yet, staring at an empty window frame often brings on a sudden wave of decision paralysis. You want something stylish, practical, and ideally, something that stops your nosy neighbours from analysing your breakfast choices. Two […]
Are shutters good for insulation and reducing heat loss?
Are shutters good for insulation and reducing heat loss? Blog We all know the feeling. You’ve cranked the thermostat up to a tropical setting, you’re wearing your thickest jumper, yet there’s still a mysterious, icy breeze tickling your ankles. If you live in the North East, you know exactly what we’re talking about. The culprit […]
A brief overview of different types of window blinds
A brief overview of different types of window blinds Blog If you’ve ever stood in your living room, tea in hand, staring at your windows and thinking “Right… what actually are my options here?” — you’re not alone. We have this conversation with homeowners across Newcastle almost daily. Window blinds might seem like a small […]
Shutters vs blinds: which is right for your home?
Shutters vs Blinds Blog Which is right for your home? If you’ve found yourself staring at your windows one evening, wondering whether window shutters or blinds would suit your home better, you’re definitely not alone. It’s one of the most common conversations we have with homeowners across Newcastle and the surrounding areas. On paper, shutters […]
Should you have Blackout Blinds in your Bedroom?
Should you have Blackout Blinds in your Bedroom? So, should you have blackout blinds in your bedroom? If you’ve ever found yourself wide awake at 5:45am thanks to a summer sunrise slipping through the edges of your blinds, you’ve probably asked yourself that very question. At Jacksons Blinds, it’s something we’re often asked during home […]
Best Blinds for Bay Windows
Best Blinds for Bay Windows in the UK Blog Bay windows. They’re the architectural equivalent of a hug—adding space, light, and a touch of Victorian drama to your home. But let’s be honest: trying to dress them can feel like solving a geometry puzzle without a protractor. If you’ve ever stood in front of your […]