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All of my bespoke blinds are meticulously custom-made to order in my Diamond Valley Window Treatment Workroom, reflecting the highest standards of craftsmanship and quality.  

To inquire about pricing, please complete the form below.  The form includes links to assist you in selecting the perfect style and ensuring precise measurements.  Following your submission, I will personally reach out to arrange a consultation, where we can explore your desired style, colour palette, and overall vision.  Once your request has been carefully reviewed, I will provide a tailored quote and once accepted we will embark on the design process.

For further details, please visit our FAQs.

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Before choosing which style of blind you would like, it is important to decide if you prefer inside or outside mount blinds. Besides visual considerations, there are also differences in installation and functionality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most manufacturers and suppliers offer a selection of fire-retardant fabrics and linings. These are commonly used in commercial settings, like hotels, but may also be used in your home. When ordering, please specify if you require your fabric to be fire-retardant.

Outside Mount

WIDTH MEASUREMENT – 

  1. Measure the width of the outside frame.
  2. Add a recommended minimum of 1” – 2” on both sides of the measured frame width to help reduce light seepage around the frame.  This will calculate your total required blind width.

LENGTH MEASUREMENT – 

  1. Measure the length of the outside frame.  
  2. Add 1” – 2” length to the bottom of the frame to help reduce light seepage around the frame.
  3. If you are mounting the Roman Blind just above the outside frame, it is recommended that you add a minimum of 2” to your final measurement.
  4. If you do not wish to block the view through the window when the blind is up (and you have the ceiling height), it is recommended that you install the Roman Blind at least 8” – 12” above the window frame.  Don’t forget to add this additional measurement to the total length of your finished Blind length.

Inside Mount

IMPORTANT NOTE: In order to install an inside mount Roman Blind, the depth of the inside window casing should be a minimum of 2.5″ or it may protrude out too far. 

WIDTH MEASUREMENT – 

  • Measure the widths at the Top, Middle and Bottom of the inside frame that you want the Blind to cover.

NOTE: The finished width of the Roman Blind will be made 1/4” smaller than the actual frame measurement you provide, to allow for ease of opening and closing the Blind.  If you do not require the width to be adjusted, please annotate this in the ‘additional information’ box.

LENGTH MEASUREMENT – 

  • Measure the required length at the left, middle and right side of the inside frame.  

NOTE: The finished length of the Roman Blind will be made to the shortest length provided.  If you do not want the final length to be adjusted, please annotate this in the ‘additional information’ box.

Flat Roman Blinds – This simple, contemporary style hangs crisp and neat with horizontal straight folds when open. This design works well in any room and with windows of all types, shapes, and sizes.

Relaxed Roman Blinds – An elegant and charming style that hangs in soft swag pleats when raised, giving it a relaxed look.

Cascade Roman Blinds – Constructed using the same elements as a Flat Roman Blind, the fabric folds that encase the rods are visible at the front of the blind, rather than the back.  This style is therefore best suited to plain fabrics, but can work for any window.

London Blinds – This style combines the structure of a Roman Blind with the flowing look to ensure the window is the focal point of the room.  Often used for decorative purposes,  adding a contrasting fabric in the inverted pleat will ensure a coutured look.

Inside Mount – Installed inside the window frame, they provide a polished look and offer a minimalist sleek finish
which many homeowners desire.

BENEFITS:

  • Take up less space in the room
  • Use less fabric than an outside mount blind
  • Can be incorporated with curtains that won’t inhibit the functionality of the blind
  • Enables you to show off the frame and trim of the window
  • Ideal for small or large windows

Outside Mount – Installed outside the window frame, they cover a larger area and help to enhance a rooms
appearance. They also provide more flexibility when choosing window treatments.

BENEFITS:

  • Can block out more light than inside mount
  • Can be mounted closer to the ceiling to make the room look taller
  • Ideal for narrow window frames where inside mount blinds are not an option
  • Can provide the illusion that the window is larger
  • Offer more flexibility when choosing Window Treatments
  • Ideal for small or large windows

Our large fabric selection is extremely varied; choices include, but are not limited to: natural linen, cotton, polyester, silk, bamboo, and poly/cotton blends.

I have hundreds of fabric books at my disposal and access to pretty much any fabric available. If you have a specific fabric or designer in mind, let me know.

This will depend greatly on the size of the window and the style and fabric that you choose. Typically the cost will range from $500 to $1500 per window, but this is only a general estimate. As there is a wide range of price points, I assist you in understanding the choices that fit with what you want to achieve and are within your price range. Once your needs are established, I always provide a detailed quote.

Normally around 4 weeks from the time of delivery of all materials to the workroom.

I recommend you use as much or as little colour as you feel comfortable with. Do you want your window treatments to complement or contrast with the existing furniture, flooring and wall colours? How does the light change in the room during the day? I am here to help guide you through the process and make sure your vision comes to life.

I recommend that the fabric be dry cleaned only. Although some fabrics are washable, if your window treatments are lined or interlined, the fabric may have a different shrinkage rate than the lining. To remove surface dust, it is recommended that most window treatments be regularly vacuumed with a suitable attachment. Please also refer to the manufacturers’ cleaning guidelines.

Choosing custom window treatments is not the same as buying curtains in a store. Once the fabric has been ordered from the manufacturer and cut from the bolt, I am unable to cancel or return the fabric. For some custom services I can however offer sample swatches.

Got more questions? Get in touch. 

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