YOUR TARANAKI DRAPES & BLINDS SPECIALIST

The cost of custom blinds variy depending on blind type. Please call us at Drapes and Blindz Direct for a free in-home measure and quote.

The cost of made-to-measure curtains varies depending on fabric and configiration. Please call us at Drapes and Blindz Direct for a free in-home measure and quote.

Yes — most blind companies offer free measure and quotes.

It’s a standard service because accurate measuring is essential for a perfect fit, and customers often need expert advice before choosing the right product.

Yes – Our Installers are experianced and will have your window furnishing fitting perfectly, especially in older NZ homes where frames aren’t always square.

On average we allow 10 minutres per blind for our Instllations. We an fit blinds in a new home in just a few hours.

Most custom curtains take 2–6 weeks to make, depending on the fabric, workroom capacity, and the complexity of your design.

Yes – We offer a professional in‑home measure service for both curtains and blinds throughout Taranaki region.

No — you don’t need professional measuring.
You’re welcome to provide your own measurements. However, if the measurements are incorrect, any additional costs are your responsibility.

📏 Why accurate measurements matter
Blind and curtain pricing — and the final fit — depend heavily on millimetre‑accurate measurements. Even a small error can affect:

• How well the blind fits inside the frame
• Whether the curtain drops correctly
• Light gaps and insulation performance
• Installation success

During a measure and quote, our Sales Consultants will assess your windows to ensure the blinds or curtains you choose will fit accurately and perform well in your space. While on site the will take accurate meansures. Check wheather your window frames are square (many lolder homes aren’t). Assess the best mounting postition for your blinds or curtains. Identify potential fit issue early and offer expert advice on products.

Blind and curtain pricing — and the final fit — depend heavily on millimetre‑accurate measurements. Even a small error can affect: How well the blind fits inside the frame. Whether the curtain drops correctly. Light gaps and insulation performance. Installation success

Choosing between inside‑mount and outside‑mount blinds affects how your blinds look, how well they block light, and whether they fit your window correctly.
Inside‑mount blinds are installed within the window frame are best for:

• A clean, built‑in, streamlined look
• Showing off your window trim
• Windows with enough frame depth

Outside mount blinds are installed on the wall or window trim, covering the entire window opening.

• Maximum light blocking
• Shallow or uneven window frames
• Hiding imperfect trim or tricky window shapes
• Rooms needing better darkness (bedrooms, nurseries, media rooms)

Most custom blinds take 1–4 weeks to manufacture, plus a few extra days for delivery and installation.

Most custom curtains take 2–6 weeks to make, depending on the fabric, workroom capacity, and the complexity of your design plus a few days for delivery and installation.

Yes — blinds and curtains can be installed on almost any type of window, but the best solution depends on the window’s shape, depth, and how it opens.

Unusually shaped windows can absolutely be covered — you just need the right product. Shutters suit arches, angles, circles and other non‑standard window shapes. Thermacell blinds work well in skylights. Vertical and venetan blinds also work well in angeled windows.

Yes — blinds and curtains can be fitted to very large windows. Modern window furnishings are designed to cover wide spans, tall drops, and oversized architectural windows without compromising on style or performance.

Yes — all custom blinds and curtains come with a warranty. The exact coverage depends on the product type. Please refer to our Warranty info.