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Blinds or curtains- which are better for the winter months?
It’s hard to argue with the benefits of full length lined and interlined curtains for complete cosiness and warmth but there are many window situations where blinds are just more practical. Chances are that [...]
The best 4 blinds for your home office
If you’re fortunate enough to have a dedicated room at home to use as an office, one of the most important things to consider is your window dressing. Which type of blinds are best [...]
The pelmet trend
With the revival of vintage inspired fabrics being seen in all the new collections, it’s no surprise that traditional style pelmets are also experiencing a comeback. As with all things that are fashion and [...]
Wildly Chic – how to use the animal print trend in your home
Using animal prints tastefully in interior design involves careful consideration of balance, scale and restraint. Let me repeat that, restraint! Even if you are partial to a bit of leopard print with your wardrobe, [...]
Top spring cleaning tips to make your home a haven
Spring cleaning is more than simply a deep clean, although that's an essential element; it's also about tackling outstanding tasks, you know those things you tend to put off. Essentially it's about instilling some [...]
Spring 2024 – New collections & products
The new season fabrics have recently been launched by all of the major houses. The trend towards warm neutrals, creams and Scandi styling continues with a gradual move away from grey. There are [...]
Why you shouldn’t dry clean your curtains
A controversial view perhaps but I believe that if you want your curtains to hang beautifully for as long as possible – DON’T get them dry cleaned. [...]
Spelthorne Business Awards 2023 – Double Winner!
Approaching the 20 year milestone since I set up in2interiors, I decided it was high time to enter the prestigious Spelthorne Business Awards - after all, I might even win! Well I’m incredibly proud to [...]
When is a blackout blind not a blackout blind?
A request I get all the time is for standard blackout roller blinds to make a room completely dark – and I have to tell you that they won’t. Whilst the fabric itself will [...]
How to get your home ready for Christmas in 10 easy steps
I'm sharing my top ten tips for getting your home organised for Christmas without the stress. These steps are best done over the few weeks leading up to Christmas rather than [...]
My pick of the autumn-winter 2023 fabric collections
As we are now into autumn and the winter season approaches, it’s time to explore the fabric trends that will transform your living spaces into cosy and stylish havens. Here are some of my [...]
How can I make my baby’s room dark?
This is a question I often get asked – how to make a bedroom completely dark for optimum sleeping conditions. The first thing to understand is that while some window dressings can be described [...]
Clever solutions for awkward windows – #2 bay windows
Working with bay windows doesn’t have to be problematic but they definitely require very accurate measuring and I really recommend you get an expert to do this as it can be a costly [...]
Clever solutions for awkward windows – #1 narrow windows
Long narrow windows can usually be found on landings or stairwells in many homes and if you are lucky enough to have a light filled window like this, chances are you want something that [...]
What are the best blinds for sunny windows?
One of the most common questions I get asked by clients who have those beautiful open plan kitchen diner rooms (yes I do have kitchen envy!) is "how can I control the glare and [...]
Should curtains touch the floor?
When you’re choosing your new curtains or having a professional make and fit them, there are a few things to consider before deciding on the length of your curtains. Full length [...]
My top 3 window dressings for reducing heat loss & saving money on your energy bills!
According to a recent survey from the RCP nearly two thirds (69%) of Brits feel more worried about their ability to keep warm this winter compared to last year. An average home loses around [...]
Just launched – new fabric collection
Beautiful new fabric range just launched from ILV Interior Textiles. The Kasbah collection features printed cottons, linen mixes and velvets in designed inspired by the Moroccan markets. Prices start at £22 per metre. [...]
2020 Review
A small selection of the work we carried out this year. It was a year full of challenges and we certainly didn't expect to find ourselves making hospital scrubs and thousands of facemasks in [...]
The dark truth about blackout blinds…
Can a blind ever be truly blackout? Well, the answer is yes but you might have to compromise on style! I get asked all the time for blackout blinds, with good reason. [...]
Trend Report for Spring/Summer 2019
Bright, bold and beautiful – is how I would sum up the new offerings from the major designers for the Spring and Summer seasons! There is a definite shift away from the [...]
How to choose the right curtain lining
When you decide to have a new pair of curtains or a roman blind made, how do you know which lining to choose? In this month’s blog, I explain the differences between [...]
Pinterest reveals the hottest interior trends for 2019!
It’s that time of the year again, when Pinterest tell us the most ‘pinned’ items that might shape our home décor decisions for the year ahead. Bold patterned walls and flooring feature, as [...]