Finding the perfect ready-made window covering products for your home can sometimes be challenging. There are so many variables to consider that it can make your head spin. You want items of the right colors and styles to match your interiors but also with the necessary functions that you want (such as blocking out street light). However, unless you’re really lucky, it is practically impossible to find a ready-made product that meets all your criteria.
Fortunately, there’s a solution: custom made products. When you commission bespoke curtains, you get exactly what you want every time.
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Are the price of customized blinds/ shades and curtains very expensive? Is it worthy?
You may be thinking this, “I love the idea of ordering custom-made window covering products online, but aren’t they super expensive compared to ready-made options?”
Well, yes, they do tend to be slightly more expensive, but not that much more. Furthermore, once you part with your cash, you eventually get things that meet all your needs, allowing you to avoid annoying compromises. Custom curtains / blinds can be made to fit any window size, complement your room style and meet your usage requirements precisely.
Remember, finding suitable ready-made blinds at the store that fit your needs is difficult. Most vendors do not maintain enough selection to cater to every type of window frame. Instead, they compromise by pairing you with the closest match which, as you might imagine, can be a long way off what you want.
Moreover, going for cheaper, pre-made options is often a false economy. Yes, the upfront cost of the curtains is lower but, over time, they fail to provide you with value. Moreover, they probably don’t match your décor or offer you the functions you want.
The cost-benefit of MSBT customized curtains tends to be excellent, both compared to ready-made and its competitors. The brand offers transparent price calculations, allowing you to work out precisely how much an installation will cost. And, because of the way MSBT operates, you’re also protected against manufacturer price hikes.
Please consider the following points before ordering curtains online
✅ Matching of blinds/ shades/ curtains, accessories and room style
Ideally, when you order window covering products , you want them to match your room style and accessories. Clashing fixtures and fittings can disrupt the appearance of the entire interior scheme.
When matching window covering products to your interiors, you’ll want to consider fabric, style and color. You could see portfolios of different styles on our website as your consultation. As for colors, you may want it to be slightly darker or lighter than your wall tone to provide contrast. In some cases, you can also choose a different, but complementary, color – particularly if neutral tones dominate your interiors. Warmer shades help to make rooms feel cozy, while darker ones introduce coolness.
✅ How to measure the sizes of windows and curtains?
Measuring the sizes of windows for curtains, blinds and other window coverings is easy. Please follow these five easy steps to get started. As well as you could watch the video with official english subtitles which can help you clarify all measuring steps.
► Step 1: Measure all relevant widths
Grab an accurate one-inch-thick steel tape measure and start by measuring all the relevant widths of your window:
- The total span at the top
- The total span in the middle
- The total span at the bottom
► Step 2: Measure all relevant heights
You’ll then need to measure the heights of your window frame on the left, in the middle and on the right.
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► Step 3: Measure The Depth
Next you’ll need to take two depth measurements:
- The distance from the window frame to the plain of the surrounding wall.
- The distance that window frame fittings protrude from the main body of the window frame.
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► Step 4: Measure the distance to the floor and adjacent walls
Measure from the window opening to the floor and the distance from the frame to perpendicular walls on either side. Also, measure the distance to the ceiling.
You will need to perform these measurements at both the top and bottom of the window housing.
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► Step 5: Determine the area that your curtain or blinds will cover
You can use your measurements to draw a sketch of the window frame and surrounding area. You can then use these measurements to determine the eventual size of the window covering.
Once you have height and width measurements, you’re ready to order your custom drapery. Just choose your favorite collection.
(★ The measurement above is the general method. For other window types, please consult us via customer service: [email protected] )
✅ How to install curtains, blinds and shades by yourself? How easy it is?
Installing curtains, blinds, or shades by yourself is much easier than you might imagine. To get started, you’ll need the appropriate tools. Make sure that you have:
- A ladder
- Electric drill (with 6mm tail)
- Hammer
- Electric screwdriver
- Measuring tape
- Level
- Pencil
You can look through installation manuals of all curtains, blinds and shades below:
✅ Selection of window covering function requirements
Curtains/ blinds/ shades offer homeowners all sorts of functions. You’ll need to consider your requirements before you order. Functions include:
- Providing privacy
- Blocking out light
- Regulating room temperature
- Adequately ventilated
- Purely decorative
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✅ Blinds/shade and curtains installation space and suitable type
Finally, you’ll want to consider the space that you have around your windows to install curtains, and a suitable type for your home.
If you don’t have enough space, curtains might not be a good choice; blinds/ shades are the perfect options to meet your requirements, such as roller blinds and honeycomb shades.
Windows treatment suitability varies considerably, depending on the type of window. Sliding windows can fit in most kinds of window coverings, such as venetian blinds, honeycomb shades, and zebra blinds etc. If you have a french window, a vertical blind would be a perfect match for you. Casement windows may be less suitable for blinds or shades; for these options, decorative-only drapes may be a better option.
Online blinds/ shades and curtains ordering process introduction
Ordering window coverings online couldn’t be simpler. We explain what you need to do below:
1. Choose the type of window coverings
Begin by choosing the type of window coverings that you require. Choices include roller blinds, venetian blinds, zebra blinds, honeycomb shades, draperies and so on. Pick an option suitable for your space and interior décor needs.
2. Choose your favorite window coverings pattern or color
Next, choose your favorite window coverings pattern or color. MSBT offers plenty of customization options, allowing you to design window coverings that fit any type of room.
►Curtains: Donzu curtains are available in many colors. Moreover, some curtains are fully customizable with image files.
►Venetian blinds: We offer venetian blinds in various color gradations, according to your specifications. You can also specify the width and color of the ladder.
▶︎Roller blinds: Roller blinds are also customizable, printable directly from image files.
3. Enter the required window coverings size
Next, let us know the size of window coverings that you require. If you choose curtains, you could make the curtains wider to create ripples for aesthetic purposes..
4. Color selection of window coverings parts
With MSBT, you also have full control over the colors of individual window coverings parts. You can choose the color of the drawstring, drawstring pendant, system rail and other components according to your interior theme.
5. Choose a window coverings system
Lastly, you’ll need to select your window coverings system (particularly important if you plan on opening and closing your window coverings). Options include:
- Drawstring or ball chain systems
- No drawstrin systems
- Electric systems
- Top-down Bottom-Up systems (TDBU): limited to honeycomb shades
No drawstring systems require you to manually open and close window coverings by pulling on the panels themselves. These tend to be the simplest and most affordable option.
Electric systems are commonplace on blinds. These use a small motor to gently turn the blind shift, causing it to roll up or down the blind fabric.
Honeycomb shades use a top-down, bottom-up system (TDBU). This allows them to cover different segments of the window, according to your needs. Products do not only move from the blind mount, but their middle rails can move up and down to adjust the shading area. These functions are only available in honeycomb shades.
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