How Curtains and Blinds Prevent Home Security Issues

Thieves will enter a home in one of two ways: through the doors and through the windows. Most doors come with doorknob locks and deadbolts but windows can often be overlooked. For this reason, it is important to increase the security of your home by making sure your windows are not inviting a break in. One of the best and easiest ways to prevent home security issues in your home is by using blinds and curtains. We have provided you with some of the ways using blinds and curtains can help increase security in your home.

1. Eliminates Outside Visibility – Good quality blinds and/or curtains that are not see-through prevent anyone from seeing inside your home. Many thieves will look inside your home when you are not home to scope it out and see what kind of furnishings you may have that they are interested in. Having blinds and curtains in place and closed will prevent them from being able to see what is inside. If they can’t see what is inside they are a lot less likely to try breaking in.

2. Prevents Thieves from Learning Habits – Since the thieves interested in breaking into your home will not be able to see inside, they will not be able to learn your routine either. This is enhanced even more if you use times on your lights and electronics so they will not be able to tell when you go to bed or when you are leaving the home, especially if there is a vehicle left in the driveway or garage when you are away. Some thieves will break in even if you are home in bed, so if there is a chance you are awake, they will think twice about attempting a break in. Make sure your timers are random so there is no pattern of lights coming on and going off that they can pick up on.

3. Takes Away the ‘Ease of Access’ Factor – Heavy curtains and blinds are great deterrents for a thief that is looking for an easy in/easy out target. Having to fight the blinds and/or curtains and not knowing if there is a dog or alarm system on the other side of them will usually encourage them to seek another target and move on. It is not a guarantee of course, but it can definitely make them think twice.

When a thief can see everything you have in your home it can almost be an invitation for them to come back and attempt a break in. This is even more prevalent at Christmastime when presents are stacked under the tree. You don’t want a thief to be able to easily look into your windows and see your TVs, computers, valuables and more. Using quality blinds and heavy, non-see thought curtains will take away one of the common methods they use to scope out homes and decide who they will target.

Even good quality blinds and curtains are usually inexpensive, which makes them a great choice to use in combination with other methods. Even if you have a home security system, using blinds and curtains can help reduce the chances of a break in even more. They are the perfect choice to use with any of the other home security methods you are interested in and they provide you with privacy as well.

2017 Curtains and Blinds Trends

To ensure your home looks and feels fresh, curtains and blinds like your other decor elements should be updated every so often. Window treatments that appear dated, can make your entire home look dated along with it. As a custom curtains and blinds designer in Australia for over 10 years, it is our job to keep updated with global window furnishing trends. With this in mind, we thought we would collate some of our favourite trends in window furnishings industry for 2017 to inspire your next décor refresh.

Bolder Colours:

With a minimalist and bold colour you can make an amazing impact in your room. Whether you are interested in a vibrant green colour or a solid red, your curtains can act as a focal point or potentially a full accent wall for the rest of your space.

Try some of these bolder coloured curtains and blinds:

Snap Eyelet Curtain Translucent in Magenta and Aqua

Popsicle Eyelet Curtain Translucent in Apple, Melon, Cheery, Aqua, Ocean or Grape

Custom Import Allure Blockout Roller Blinds – Custom Import Roller Blinds in Red

New Neutral Colours:

When many people think of neutral colours they tend to think of beige or white. Many interior designers today however are using slate and charcoal colours for their window treatments. Rather than sticking with older neutral colours, you can create a sophisticated and modern look for any room with this new perspective on neutral colours.

Try these curtains and blinds that have some great new neutral options:

Sunscreen Roman Blinds in Charcoal, Black Copper, Platinum and Bronze Charcoal

Metroshade Blockout Roman Blinds in Slate and Storm

Riviera Textured Blockout Panel Blind in Perols, Azzurra, Port Vendres and Monte Carlo

Madison 100% Linen Premium Curtain with choice of linings in Stone

Layers:

Layering curtains and blinds such as bringing together blockout blinds and a sheer curtains, can be an excellent way for you to create a beautiful two-tone pattern. Matching together solid style curtains and blinds with sheer curtains and blinds will help you to access colours that can soften or accent the details of your room. Depending on the combinations, you can also create the option to control lighting and heat within your space or simply enjoy a beautiful accent piece.
Take a look at our complete range of curtains and blinds and create the perfect layering effect or you can draw some inspiration from the below of dual roller blinds, translucent curtains and blockout blinds.

Dual Roller Blinds

Sheer Eyelet Curtains in Plains, Stripes and Patterns

Eyelets Curtains Translucent

Serengetti Textured Blockout Roller Blinds

Solitaire Blockout Roller Blinds

A Touch of Bling:

Using gold metallic, bronze or even silver in fabric designs can be a wonderful way to incorporate industrial design into your decor scheme. Layering together these metallic options with other types of softer curtains is an excellent way that you can create a chic, modern and bold look.

Check out the below curtains and blinds that are metallic inspired:

Kudos Abstract Screen Roller Blinds – Roller Blinds

50mm Aluminium Venetian Blinds in Brushed Aluminium or Black Satin

Ohio Eyelet Curtain Sheer in Charcoal

Quay Pinch Pleat Curtains – Blockout in Thunder

Welcoming the Light:

If you are working with a small space, it’s a great idea to work towards adding more natural light. Choosing curtains and blinds that can add more light and warmth into a room can really help you open up the space and improve its aesthetic appeal. Using various modern sheer style curtains is a great way that you can blend together a contemporary pattern, which will also allow for more light in your room.

Let some natural light in your home with the below ranges of curtains and blinds:

Honeycell blinds Palma Translucent

Greek Islands Collection Sheer Curtain

Crystal Sheer Box pleated Curtains

Turin Textured Sheer Box Pleat Curtains

Drawing from Nature:

Natural hues such as the colour of various gemstones or even the colour of Autumn leaves can create interesting and authentic aesthetics. Using solid colours, which come from nature is a great way to bring the stunning world outside into your home.

Get close to nature with the below ranges of curtains and blinds:

Kew Blockout Roman Blinds – Roman Blinds in Clay, Bark, Oak and Pebble

Barbados Textured Blockout Roman Blinds – Roman Blinds in Driftwood, sand and Dune

Transcend Dim-Out Curtain in Scarlet and Aqua

Glacier Blockout Curtain in Thunder, Quarry, Pebble, Putty, White Water and Winter White

Introducing Patterns:

Intricate patterns can be creative and often generate a true conversation piece within a space. If you are trying to create a dramatic look for your room, curtains and blinds with striking patterns can become the ultimate focal point for your new space.

Take a look at a few of our beautiful patterned curtains and blinds below:

Casanova Eyelet Curtain Blockout

Carousel Blockout

Stratford Blockout Curtain

Bloom Eyelet Curtain Blockout

Moby Eyelet Curtain Blockout

Seeing Double

Dual Roller Blinds- curtains and blinds

Double roller blinds have become very popular in Australia because they are perfect for the climate in general. Having a blackout blind underneath will help to keep light from entering into your space for optimum temperature control and light control. The sunscreen blind allows you to still see through the window while reducing light and enjoying the view. Generally these style of blinds will give you added privacy, control light and ensure you can still look out and admire your view.

Get acquainted with our dual roller blinds ranges below:

Dual Roller Blinds
Dual Roller Budget Express

Keep some of these top trends in mind if you are considering getting custom curtains and blinds made for your needs. With so many new trends to follow remember that you can have nearly infinite possibilities for your space with made to measure curtains and blinds from Curtains on the Net and Blinds on the Net. If you would like further advice from our expert team, feel free to contact us on 1300 852 912.

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How Curtains and Blinds Prevent Home Security Issues

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