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Outdoor Living: Make Home Feel Bigger
Whether you are living in a lock – up – and – go cluster or enjoying the room to roam in a freestanding home, your outdoor space is a big part of how you live. It is where we braai, celebrate the big match, relax with sundowners, or just catch our breath.
FAQ’s for 2025
FAQ’s for 2025 like how do I clean my blinds or when is the best time to install shutters during renovations?
Top Guest Complaints Solved by Custom Blinds, Shutters & Awnings
Running a B&B, hotel, or Airbnb in South Africa area comes with its perks; stunning views, happy travellers and glowing reviews. But what happens when guests start griping about early morning sunshine, lack of privacy, or uncomfortable room temperatures? These common complaints can tank your ratings faster than a canceled booking. At Custom Blinds, Shutters & Awnings ®️, we’ve got the main concerns and the solutions to turn those frowns upside down. Let’s dive into the top guest gripes and how our custom window treatments fix them for good.
Which of our products will work in the South African Climate?
Welcome to our ultimate guide on choosing the perfect window coverings for your home.
What Opacity Should I Choose for My Window Shades?
What is “Opacity” or the difference between Sheers or Blockout for my blinds/shades?So what exactly is opacity? Opacity refers to the amount of light that passes through a fabric.
Best Blinds and Shutters for South African Summer
Summer - Ready - Go Best Blinds and Shutters for South African Summer South African summers are dazzling, beautiful, and unforgiving. Sunlight streams in, temperatures rise quickly, and ESKOM bills follow. The culprit? Often your windows. A well-chosen blind...
What are the differences between PVC and Aluminium Shutters?
Choosing between PVC and aluminium shutters for your home can be a daunting task but this information should make it easier for you to make an informed decision that best suits your needs and preferences.
Roller Blinds: Sheer or Blockout | An Expert guide
Which roller blinds should you choose?
Your Guide to Nursery Blinds for Peaceful Baby Sleep
Your Guide to Nursery Blinds: The Link Between Light, Routine, and Restful Sleep A baby’s internal clock, their circadian rhythm, isn’t fully formed at birth. This is why newborns often have their days and nights mixed up. Complete darkness is a powerful biological...
Automated Blinds Help your Child Sleep
The Nightly Struggle for a Good Sleep in SA Homes Automated blinds help your child sleep better but why and how? Every South African parent knows the feeling. You’ve finally got your little one to sleep, only for the 5 AM summer sun to stream in, starting the...
Bedroom to Bathroom choose The Perfect Blinds
Bedroom To Bathroom Perfect Blinds For Your Home “Blinds are like suits. Cut is everything, and you get what you pay for.” – Melissa Penfold Choose light, privacy and mood for every room in your home. Bedroom To Bathroom: Perfect Blinds For Your Home are not...
Best Blinds and Shutters for South African Summer
Summer - Ready - Go Best Blinds and Shutters for South African Summer South African summers are dazzling, beautiful, and unforgiving. Sunlight streams in, temperatures rise quickly, and ESKOM bills follow. The culprit? Often your windows. A well-chosen blind...
Top Types of Blinds for South African Homes
Home » Blinds » Top Types of Blinds for South African Homes Top Types of Blinds for South African Homes Blinds in South Africa are more than window coverings. The right choice improves comfort, privacy and style, and can reduce energy costs. Premium designs can cut...
Blockout Roller Blinds for Warm Winter Living
Blockout Roller Blinds: Turning Winter into Comfort When the Garden Route slows under winter skies, a home that holds its warmth feels like an embrace. Our blockout roller blinds do more than shut out light they create privacy, comfort, and energy savings, designed...
Finding the Perfect Window Coverings for Your South African Home
Why Your Window Choice Matters in Mzansi In South Africa, the way sunlight enters our homes often defines our daily rhythm, from the crisp Highveld mornings to the golden hour along the coast. This relationship with the sun makes choosing window coverings more than...
When Not to Use Certain Blinds: What Most Guides Don’t Tell You
Shade and privacy coverings can do a lot but not everything, sadly. Some styles shine in specific settings and fall short in others. Here’s a practical, no-nonsense guide on when not to use specific blinds, so you can get it right the first time.
Why we love Vertical Blinds and you should too.
Despite being one of the oldest designs in the market, vertical blinds have stood the test of time and continue to evolve with modern trends. They no longer only belong to 1960’s homes and office buildings.
Benefits of Louvre Awnings in our South African Climate
Our Louvre Awnings offer a range of advantages tailored to the unique conditions depending on where you reside in South Africa:
How to Clean Blinds: Easy Tips for South African Homes
Quick answer Clean blinds without damage by closing the slats, dusting from top to bottom with a dry microfibre cloth, flipping and repeating, then spot cleaning marks with a lightly damp cloth and mild detergent. Dry at once to prevent warping or streaks. Avoid water...
How to Clean Your Blinds and Shutters
Blinds and shutters take a lot more than just sunlight. Between dusty Autumn winds, everyday dust, and life’s little messes, giving them a good clean now and then keeps them looking fresh and working smoothly. Here is how to clean each type without using anything fancy , just what you have at home.
Quality Blinds Online South Africa
Quality Blinds Online South Africa Welcome to Custom Blinds®. We believe every South African home deserves quality, not just showrooms and luxury estates. Our online store brings quality blinds online South Africa wide, with fair pricing, clear guidance and real...
Top Guest Complaints Solved by Custom Blinds, Shutters & Awnings
Running a B&B, hotel, or Airbnb in South Africa area comes with its perks; stunning views, happy travellers and glowing reviews. But what happens when guests start griping about early morning sunshine, lack of privacy, or uncomfortable room temperatures? These common complaints can tank your ratings faster than a canceled booking. At Custom Blinds, Shutters & Awnings ®️, we’ve got the main concerns and the solutions to turn those frowns upside down. Let’s dive into the top guest gripes and how our custom window treatments fix them for good.
Why Choose Custom Blinds?
Perfect Fit for Any Window Mass-produced blinds often leave awkward gaps, compromising privacy and light control. Custom blinds are crafted to precise measurements, ensuring a flawless, tailored fit for every window size and shape. Superior Durability & Quality.
Why do we not have a showroom?
We want to ensure that we understand your requirements, expectations…
The Complete Guide to Outdoor Blinds for South Africa’s Windy Coastlines
Outdoor Living • Coastal Ready The Complete Guide to Outdoor Blinds for South Africa’s Windy Coastlines Outdoor blinds can work on the windy coast—if specified and installed correctly. We use track-guided systems, marine-grade fittings, and durable fabrics for Garden...
Sheerweave Blinds for South African Patios: Enhancing Comfort and Style
Sheerweave Blinds for South African Patios: Enhancing Comfort and Style When you want to turn your patio into a space that feels as good as it looks, Sheerweave Outdoor Blinds in the Garden Route are one of the smartest choices for South African homes. These...
How to Create Your Dream Year-Round Outdoor Dining Space with Outdoor Blinds
Transform Your Outdoor Dining Space with Custom Outdoor Blinds Enjoying meals outdoors is more than just a season-based trend it’s the South African lifestyle. A well-designed outdoor dining space lets you soak in sunsets, savour fresh air, and create lasting memories...
Exterior Roller Blinds for South African Homes 2025
Exterior Outdoor Roller Blinds for South African Homes 2025 Exterior roller blinds are gaining serious traction among South African homeowners. Here’s something to wrap your head around: these blinds can cut solar heat gain by up to 80 percent, which means your...
Transform Your Outdoor Space with Custom Blinds® Outdoor Weather Blinds
Showroom product delivered to your door Do you love your outdoor space but find yourself retreating indoors whenever the weather acts up? If you’re in South Africa, you know how unpredictable the weather can be.
Which of our products will work in the South African Climate?
Welcome to our ultimate guide on choosing the perfect window coverings for your home.
How to Clean Blinds: Easy Tips for South African Homes
Quick answer Clean blinds without damage by closing the slats, dusting from top to bottom with a dry microfibre cloth, flipping and repeating, then spot cleaning marks with a lightly damp cloth and mild detergent. Dry at once to prevent warping or streaks. Avoid water...
How to Clean Your Blinds and Shutters
Blinds and shutters take a lot more than just sunlight. Between dusty Autumn winds, everyday dust, and life’s little messes, giving them a good clean now and then keeps them looking fresh and working smoothly. Here is how to clean each type without using anything fancy , just what you have at home.
FAQ with Melvin The Custom Blinds Ai
Running a B&B, hotel, or Airbnb in South Africa area comes with its perks; stunning views, happy travellers and glowing reviews. But what happens when guests start griping about early morning sunshine, lack of privacy, or uncomfortable room temperatures? These common complaints can tank your ratings faster than a canceled booking.
The Emotional Impact of Light: Why Window Treatments Shape How We Feel
The Emotional Impact of Light: Why Window Treatments Shape How We Feel Understanding the impact of window treatments and wellbeing is essential for creating spaces that nurture our emotional health. Incorporating window treatments and wellbeing into our homes...
Nursery Idea: 7 Ways to Create a Memorable Nursery
Nursery and Light control: 7 ideas to make thing easier
Best Blinds and Shutters for South African Summer
Summer - Ready - Go Best Blinds and Shutters for South African Summer South African summers are dazzling, beautiful, and unforgiving. Sunlight streams in, temperatures rise quickly, and ESKOM bills follow. The culprit? Often your windows. A well-chosen blind...
Double Roller Zebra Blinds: Showroom Quality Guide for South Africans 2025
Double Roller Zebra Blinds: Showroom Quality Guide for South Africans 2025 Welcome to Custom Blinds: South Africa’s Blinds Experts At Custom Blinds, we believe window treatments...
What Are Honeycomb Blinds? Showroom Quality for SA Homes 2025
Honeycomb blinds are turning heads in South African homes. These blinds can slash your heating and cooling costs by up to 30 percent, and that stat alone grabs attention in a country with energy bills on the rise. Here’s the twist. They are not just about saving money or keeping the heat out. The real surprise is how they block out noise and bring a sleek, modern look to any space. The humble window blind just got a serious upgrade.
Automation in Blinds: Lifestyle & Comfort
Automation In Blinds Lifestyle And Comfort A calmer, greener way to live with Somfy and MotionBlinds in South Africa Book A Smart Shading Design Visit |See Our Automation Page Why Automation in Blinds Matters At Home Picture a weekend morning. Your child sleeps in...
Effortless Blind Automation Garden Route Homes with Somfy
WhatsApp Book Consultation Effortless Blind Automation, Garden Route Homes with Somfy You know that moment when the sun shifts and you wish your blinds would close by themselves. On the Garden Route blind automation makes life calm not fussed. At Custom Blinds...
Honeycomb Blinds Energy Saving South Africa
Energy savings: up to 35% Popular sizes: R4,800 • R5,700 • R9,500 Estimated payback: about 18 months Pricing valid: August 2025 Honeycomb Blinds: 35% Energy Savings for South African Homes Why Honeycomb Blinds Work as Energy Savers for South African Conditions We are...
Eco Friendly Window Blinds South Africa: Quality for 2025
Eco Friendly Window Blinds South Africa: In 2023, residential buildings account for nearly 40% of total energy consumption in the United States alone, with heating and cooling representing the largest portion of household energy bills. As homeowners and...
The Best Blinds for Privacy Without Blocking the Light
The Best Blinds for Privacy Without Blocking The Light Choosing blinds that provide privacy can feel impossible. Most options block either the view or the sunlight. This often leads to a frustrating trade-off. But here is something you might not expect:...
Venetian Blinds Privacy Guide: 3 Expert Tips for Light & Mood
Venetian blinds Venetian Blinds Privacy Guide: 3 Expert Tipe for Light and Mood Venetian blinds privacy has sparked surprising debate online. Should the slats tilt up or down? We break it down based on privacy, light and comfort. Venetian blinds are one of the most...
What Opacity Should I Choose for My Window Shades?
What is “Opacity” or the difference between Sheers or Blockout for my blinds/shades?So what exactly is opacity? Opacity refers to the amount of light that passes through a fabric.
How to Clean Blinds: Easy Tips for South African Homes
Quick answer Clean blinds without damage by closing the slats, dusting from top to bottom with a dry microfibre cloth, flipping and repeating, then spot cleaning marks with a lightly damp cloth and mild detergent. Dry at once to prevent warping or streaks. Avoid water...
How to Clean Your Blinds and Shutters
Blinds and shutters take a lot more than just sunlight. Between dusty Autumn winds, everyday dust, and life’s little messes, giving them a good clean now and then keeps them looking fresh and working smoothly. Here is how to clean each type without using anything fancy , just what you have at home.
Blinds maintenance in holiday homes
Caring for your blinds in a holiday home requires regular maintenance to ensure they remain in good condition.
Garden Route Coastal Blinds Shutters & Awnings: Protect Against Salt Air & Humidity
Garden Route Coastal Guide If you are searching for Garden Route coastal blinds shutters awnings for your home, you may wonder how long they last in salty, humid conditions. Living in Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, George, Sedgefield or Mossel Bay means dealing with salt...
Garden Route Shutters: PVC vs Aluminium for Coastal Homes
Garden Route Shutters: PVC vs Aluminium for Coastal Homes This guide to Garden Route shutters compares PVC shutters and aluminium shutters for coastal South Africa homes in Knysna, George and Plettenberg Bay, with practical advice on design, longevity and...
Thesen Island: Blinds Shutters & Awnings | An Expert Guide
Thesen Island Blinds, Shutters & Awnings: A Guide for These Unique Knysna Homes Life on Thesen Island is shaped by water, wind and light. Every home has its nuances: the early morning glare from the canals, the salt air rolling off the ocean...
What Blinds Shutters or Awnings Will Last at the Coast in 2025
What Blinds,Shutters or Awnings Will Last at The Coast How to Choose the Best Window Coverings for Coastal Homes in South Africa Living in a coastal home, whether in Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Cape Town, or anywhere along South Africa’s beautiful...
Designed for Life on the Southern Africa Coast:
Custom Blinds, Shutters and Awnings® that Just Make Sense
Along the Garden Route, homes do more than just look good. They need to handle everything from surprise rain off the sea to days packed with family, friends, laughter and holiday visitors. That is where we come in.
At Custom Blind Shutters and Awnings, we have solutions made for real life. Whether you are setting up your dream retirement spot, managing a family home, or turning your patio into an all weather entertainment zone, we have the right fit just for you.
Ensuring Child Safety with Blinds
Regulations and Tips: Blinds are a stylish and functional choice for window furnishing. However, ensuring the safety of all family members, particularly young children, is paramount. At Custom Blinds® we prioritize your family’s well-being by adhering to European…
Quality Blinds Online South Africa
Quality Blinds Online South Africa Welcome to Custom Blinds®. We believe every South African home deserves quality, not just showrooms and luxury estates. Our online store brings quality blinds online South Africa wide, with fair pricing, clear guidance and real...
Top Guest Complaints Solved by Custom Blinds, Shutters & Awnings
Running a B&B, hotel, or Airbnb in South Africa area comes with its perks; stunning views, happy travellers and glowing reviews. But what happens when guests start griping about early morning sunshine, lack of privacy, or uncomfortable room temperatures? These common complaints can tank your ratings faster than a canceled booking. At Custom Blinds, Shutters & Awnings ®️, we’ve got the main concerns and the solutions to turn those frowns upside down. Let’s dive into the top guest gripes and how our custom window treatments fix them for good.
Why Choose Custom Blinds?
Perfect Fit for Any Window Mass-produced blinds often leave awkward gaps, compromising privacy and light control. Custom blinds are crafted to precise measurements, ensuring a flawless, tailored fit for every window size and shape. Superior Durability & Quality.
Why do we not have a showroom?
We want to ensure that we understand your requirements, expectations…
Shadeports vs Shade Sails: Whats’s best for your Garden Route Home
Shadeports vs Shade Sails: Both Offer Essential Shade for the Garden Route Lifestyle South Africa's abundant sunshine is central to our way of life, from weekend braais to relaxing on the stoep. But with one of the highest UV indexes in the world, creating effective...
Awnings Garden Route – An Expert Guide
Home › Outdoor Products › Awnings Guide Awnings Garden Route: The Expert Guide Our Awnings have transformed Garden Route patios, decks, and entrances across Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Sedgefield, Wilderness, George, and Mossel Bay with custom-designed awnings...
Stunning Fly Screen Solutions in Knysna & the Garden Route | Pest-Free Comfort
Fly Screens • Garden Route Fly Screen Solutions for Pest-Free Comfort Across Knysna & the Garden Route Enjoy a cleaner, cooler, secure home with custom fly screens—plus blinds, shutters and awnings—designed for Garden Route living. From Knysna and Plett to Mossel Bay,...
Home Decor Elevated: Custom Blinds Shutters and Awnings Partners with Virtual Stager for an AI-Driven Experience
Custom Blinds Shutters and Awnings is excited to announce our collaboration with virtualstager.co.za
Automated blinds eliminate chains and save you time
Motorised roller blinds are the ultimate in luxury and convenience.
Eve MotionBlinds – smart homes made simple
Do you want to control your home with smart technology?
Complete Guide to Outdoor Blinds, Awnings and Shutters
Spending time outside is a staple of our South African culture. Outdoor Blinds, Awnings and Shutters enhance the South African way of life. Let us show you how. Shop online or book a consult
