Summer is the season for wide-open doors, cool breezes and easy indoor-outdoor living. But with the airflow comes heat, glare and the occasional insect trying to join the party. The right combination of fly screens, outdoor blinds and doorway solutions helps you enjoy the breeze while keeping your home comfortable.
Here’s your guide to effortless summer living.
Keep the Air Flowing With Fly Screens
Fly screens are essential when you want fresh air without insects. Retractable styles suit modern spaces and disappear neatly when not in use, offering simple, long-lasting protection. The beauty of these types of fly screens is that they are easy to install, and when they’re not in use, you’d hardly even know they were there. They offer more flexibility than traditional fixed fly screens, and having the option of a black or white frame means that you can choose one to perfectly suit your home and your style.
They’re perfect for bedrooms and living areas where you want night-time airflow without unwelcome visitors. The DIY installation is incredibly easy with step by step guides to show you through each step of the way.
Outdoor Blinds for Shade and Comfort
Outdoor blinds expand your living space by making patios and alfresco areas more comfortable. Mesh fabrics filter UV and glare while keeping views intact, and can also create instant shade when the sun is at its strongest.
Motorised options make daily use smooth and effortless.
They’re ideal for creating a cooler outdoor dining space or a protected area for afternoon relaxation. With various styles and colours available, there are options to suit every need.
Designed for DIY, these are certainly a summer essential. Something that is often overlooked, is how much of a difference outdoor window blinds can make to the interior temperature of your home. Match your colours to your patio blinds for a seamless look on your exterior. Outdoor window blinds are a great way of stopping the heat before it even hits your windows.
Smart Solutions for Doors and High-Traffic Spaces
When it comes to window furnishings for sliding doors, bifold doors and spaces that transition from indoor living to outdoor entertaining, you want practical solutions that make moving through these doorways effortless.
Blinds for Sliding and French Doors
You can technically use any blinds over a door, but our favourites include panel glide blinds for the easy way that the slide to provide access to the doors; and also Stick2Fit blinds that will actually adhere to the glass. For these blinds, keep in mind how the doors move and whether you have enough room for installation.
With panel blinds available in sheers, blockouts and natural woven textures, there are a wide range of interiors that these are suited to. And Stick2Fit blinds are available in pleated styles, energy saving honeycombs and venetians.
Curtains for soft movement and airflow
Sheer curtains or privacy sheers over doors are a beautiful way to let light and air in while adding gently movement and softness. Sheer curtains pair well with blockout rollers behind them for night-time privacy, however privacy sheers simply need a twist of the wand for the louvers to close, akin to vertical blinds.
Fresh Air, Made Easy
With the right fly screens, outdoor blinds and doorway solutions, your home stays cool, bright and welcoming all summer long. It’s a simple way to enjoy fresh air without compromising comfort.
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