Bathroom Tip
When choosing bathroom blinds, privacy is one of the most important factors. Frosted glass is common, but even with frosting, the silhouette of someone inside may still be visible at night when the lights are on. For full peace of mind, complete privacy is essential.
Luxaflex® Duette® Shades in a blockout fabric are an excellent choice. When paired with Top-Down Bottom-Up or Duo-Lite options, they offer outstanding flexibility. You can let in natural light while still maintaining privacy, or close the shades entirely for complete coverage. This combination makes it easy to tailor visibility and brightness exactly as you need.
Kitchen Tip
Light and privacy matter just as much in the kitchen as in any other room. You want enough daylight while preparing food during the day, protection from harsh afternoon sun, and privacy in the evenings. Kitchens also deal with cooking steam, odours and changing airflow, so it’s worth selecting products that can handle these conditions.
Options like Luxaflex® Duette® Duo-Lite Shades and PolySatin® Shutters make it easy to adjust both privacy and light. Their materials suit busy kitchen environments because they don’t trap odours and allow for good air circulation. Louvres and blind heights can be adjusted quickly, helping you maintain a comfortable and functional cooking space.
Bathrooms experience more humidity than any other area of the home. Steam from showers can damage natural timber blinds, causing bowing, warping or difficulty closing the slats, which reduces privacy and light control. Poor ventilation may also lead to mould growth.
Synthetic solutions such as Luxaflex® Wood Essence Blinds offer the appearance of timber without the drawbacks. Made from durable polystyrene, they resist moisture and are ideal for bathrooms, laundries and kitchens. Luxaflex® Aluminium Venetian Blinds are another practical option, as they handle humidity well and remain easy to operate.
If your kitchen windows sit close to a cooktop or oven, consider how heat exposure may affect the blinds. Excessive heat can warp certain materials or weaken components over time. Choosing heat-resistant products will help your coverings stay in good condition and maintain their appearance.
Bathroom Tip
Windows near showers or baths are more likely to get wet, so the coverings must withstand splashes and moisture. Luxaflex® PolySatin Shutters are ideal for these situations. Made from a durable polyresin compound, they resist water and won’t blister, peel, corrode or fade. Their long-term durability makes them a strong choice for high-moisture areas.
Kitchen Tip
Many kitchens position the sink in front of a window. In these layouts, it’s important to choose a window covering that is easy to clean and simple to operate from behind the bench. Luxaflex® PolySatin Shutters and Country Woods Venetians work well here because they can be wiped clean of grease, water and soap splashes.
If reaching across a bench makes lifting or lowering the blind difficult, motorisation may be a practical solution. One tap on a remote or phone can adjust the blinds without needing to reach the window manually.
If the window sits behind the sink, also consider the depth of the sill. For shutters, ensure the tap height and position won’t restrict the tilt of the louvres or the ability to open the panels if you need access to the window.
For accuracy, the final measurement of your window coverings should be taken after all tiling and window reveals are completed. This is especially important for custom, made-to-measure products such as Luxaflex® PolySatin Shutters.
If your blinds need to be installed onto delicate or high-end tiles, discuss this with your Luxaflex® consultant. They may suggest alternative installation methods to avoid drilling into tiles or damaging the surface.
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