Custom Blinds South Africa
Zebra Blinds South Africa
Made-to-measure day and night blinds in 12 colours, from R950. Sheer to private in one pull. Free delivery anywhere in South Africa. Custom Fit Guarantee on every order.
What are zebra blinds and are they right for a South African home?
- Zebra blinds (also called day and night blinds, double roller blinds, or vision blinds) use a single fabric with alternating sheer and opaque horizontal stripes on one compact roller. Adjusting the chain slides the two layers across each other for continuous light control without lifting the blind.
- They give you a full range from fully open (sheer bands aligned, light and view through) to fully private (opaque bands aligned, 95 to 99 percent light blocked) with every degree in between.
- Made-to-measure zebra blinds from Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings start from R950, are custom-built to your exact window dimensions, and ship free anywhere in South Africa.
- For full blockout, a zebra blind is not the right product. Consider a blockout roller blind or a duo roller blind instead.
Garden Route clients: book a free consultation with Duncan. National orders: order online with free delivery.
What are zebra blinds?
A zebra blind is a single roller system with one continuous fabric made of alternating horizontal stripes. Half the stripes are sheer. Half are opaque. The fabric loops around a roller inside a compact cassette, so two layers of fabric hang in front of your window.
When you pull the chain, the front layer slides independently of the back. Align the sheer stripes and light filters softly through the window. Slide the opaque stripes into alignment and the blind becomes private. Every position between those two extremes gives you a different quality of light. You are not choosing between open and closed. You are choosing exactly how much.
In South Africa, the product goes by several names depending on where you look. Zebra blind, day and night blind, double roller blind, and vision blind all describe the same product in most retail contexts. The only important distinction is between a zebra blind (one fabric, one roller, alternating stripes) and a duo roller blind (two completely separate fabrics on a shared bracket). If full blockout is the priority, the duo roller is the better choice. If adjustable light and privacy in one neat unit is what you want, the zebra is the product.
Why zebra blinds suit South African homes
South African light is strong and direct for most of the year. A plain sheer roller softens it but offers little control over glare. A blockout roller manages the light completely but turns the room dark. Zebra blinds sit in between, letting you hold the balance throughout the day without adjusting more than once.
In living rooms and open-plan spaces, the adjustable stripe system means you can keep a bright, open feel in the morning and reduce glare across a screen or dining table in the afternoon, all without getting up twice or operating two separate blinds. In bedrooms, the opaque position gives you a private room that still feels lighter than a full blockout. For home offices, reducing screen glare while keeping the room bright is exactly the kind of nuance the zebra blind handles well.
At the coast, salt air and UV exposure are the practical concerns. Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings supplies zebra blinds in fabrics engineered for South African conditions, sourced from Hunter Douglas and Coulisse. These are not commodity fabrics. They hold colour, resist UV degradation, and the cassette mechanism is built to last in coastal humidity.
Zebra blinds vs similar products
| Product | How it works | Full blockout? | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zebra blind | One fabric, alternating sheer and opaque stripes, single roller | No (95 to 99% at best) | Living rooms, home offices, bedrooms where some ambient light is fine |
| Duo roller blind | Two separate fabrics (sheer and blockout) on one shared bracket, each with its own control | Yes | Bedrooms where full darkness is needed, media rooms, shift workers |
| Blockout roller blind | Single fabric, full blockout, one roller | Yes | Nurseries, bedrooms, media rooms |
| Sheer roller blind | Single translucent fabric, one roller | No | Living rooms, offices, coastal views |
| Honeycomb blind | Cellular fabric traps air, single roller | Available in blockout | Thermal insulation, energy efficiency, winter comfort |
Custom Blinds South Africa zebra blind fabric ranges
Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings carries two zebra blind fabric collections: Florence and Venice. Both are made to measure, available through the online shop with free delivery, and covered by the Custom Fit Guarantee.
Florence range
A textured weave with subtle visual depth and a slightly heavier hand. Florence works well in both contemporary and traditional interiors. The additional weight improves the opaque band’s light-blocking performance. Available in White, Cream, Beige, Mocha, Grey, Charcoal, Chocolate, and Ebony. Maximum width 2,500mm.
Venice range
A smoother, lighter-weight weave with a matte finish. Venice suits minimalist rooms and spaces where a softer, lighter drape is preferred. Available in White, Grey, Charcoal, and Mocha.
Zebra blind prices in South Africa
Made-to-measure zebra blinds from Custom Blinds South Africa start from R950 for a standard window. Price is determined by width, drop, and fabric range. All prices include free delivery to any address in South Africa.
Up to 900mm wide. Standard drop. Florence or Venice range.
900 to 1,500mm wide. Most living room and bedroom windows.
1,500 to 2,500mm wide. Sliding doors, feature windows.
For a full overview of all indoor blinds available, visit the blinds collection. For detailed product information on the zebra blind mechanism, fabric specifications, and the Florence and Venice ranges, see the double roller zebra blinds page.
The online shop shows live pricing for your exact dimensions. Enter width and drop and the price updates immediately. No quote forms, no waiting.
Compared to off-the-shelf zebra blinds from hardware stores, made-to-measure blinds fit properly. A blind that is too narrow leaves a gap at the side. A blind that is too short leaves light and view through the bottom. The R200 to R400 difference between stock sizes and made-to-measure covers the precision that makes the blind actually work.
How to order zebra blinds from Custom Blinds South Africa
The process is straightforward. Measure your window using the measuring guide, choose your fabric range and colour in the online shop, and place the order. Production takes 5 to 7 working days. Delivery is free to any South African address and takes 2 to 4 working days after dispatch.
Every order is covered by the Custom Fit Guarantee. If the blind arrives too big, return it and Custom Blinds trims it and ships it back at no cost. If it arrives too small, return it for a remake at 5% off with the price difference refunded. This is the only guarantee of its kind in the South African online blinds market.
If you are unsure of your measurements, order your best estimate. The team sends a measuring tape and Duncan arranges a video call to confirm dimensions before production starts. You pay the balance if the confirmed size is larger, or receive a refund if it is smaller.
Motorised zebra blinds in South Africa
Every zebra blind supplied by Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings can be motorised. The team supplies two systems depending on the application.
Somfy is the global standard for motorised window coverings. Quiet, precise, and compatible with Apple HomeKit, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings. Custom Blinds is a Somfy-accredited installer on the Garden Route. Recommended for large windows, daily use, and smart home integration.
MotionBlinds by Coulisse uses battery-powered motors with no hardwiring required. Connect via Bluetooth or the MotionBlinds app. Suitable for retrofit installations and rental properties where hardwiring is not practical.
Motorisation removes cords and chains entirely, making it the safest option for homes with children. Read more in the motorised blinds guide or visit the automation section.
Questions about zebra blinds in South Africa
What is the difference between a zebra blind and a double roller blind?
In most South African retail contexts, zebra blind and double roller blind refer to the same product: one fabric with alternating sheer and opaque stripes on a single roller. The confusion arises because “double roller blind” is also used for duo roller blinds (two separate fabrics on a shared bracket). A duo roller achieves full blockout. A zebra blind does not. Always confirm which product a retailer means before ordering.
Can zebra blinds achieve full blockout?
No. Zebra blinds reduce incoming light by 95 to 99 percent in the closed position, but some light passes through the weave of the opaque bands and at the edges. For genuine full blockout, a blockout roller blind or duo roller blind is the correct product. Custom Blinds supplies both from the online shop with free delivery nationwide.
How much do zebra blinds cost in South Africa?
Made-to-measure zebra blinds from Custom Blinds South Africa start from R950 for a small window. Standard living room windows typically come to R1,200 to R1,600. Wide windows up to 2,500mm start from R2,100. All prices include free delivery. The online shop shows exact pricing for your dimensions without requiring a quote request.
Are zebra blinds good for bedrooms?
Zebra blinds work well in bedrooms where you want adjustable light and privacy rather than complete darkness. They are ideal for rooms where some morning light is acceptable. For shift workers, nurseries, or anyone who needs true blackout, a blockout roller blind or duo roller blind is a better fit.
What is a day and night blind?
Day and night blind is another name for a zebra blind. Both terms describe the same product: one fabric with alternating sheer and opaque stripes that lets you move between filtered daylight and private opacity without lifting the blind. Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings uses the terms interchangeably in their product range.
Do Custom Blinds deliver zebra blinds nationwide in South Africa?
Yes. Made-to-measure zebra blinds ship free to any South African address via the online shop at shop.customblinds.co.za. Delivery takes 2 to 4 working days after production. Production takes 5 to 7 working days. Garden Route clients can also book an in-home consultation with Duncan Kane across Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, George, Sedgefield, and surrounding areas.
What is the difference between zebra blinds and vision blinds?
Vision blind is a trade name used by certain suppliers for the same alternating sheer and opaque stripe product that others call a zebra blind or day and night blind. The mechanism is identical. The difference is fabric quality, cassette build, and whether the blind is made to measure or a standard stock size. Custom Blinds supplies made-to-measure zebra blinds in the Coulisse Florence and Venice fabric ranges.
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Custom Blinds® is a Garden Route window covering specialist established in 2010, serving Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, George, Sedgefield, Wilderness, Mossel Bay, and surrounding areas. Our Custom Lifestyle Shutters™ and Custom Lifestyle Awnings™ are crafted locally on the Garden Route. We supply roller blinds, honeycomb blinds, venetian blinds, zebra blinds, and no-drill blinds nationally via shop.customblinds.co.za. Our Custom Fit Guarantee covers every order.
