Blinds

For bedrooms, the best blinds are usually those that provide strong privacy, effective light control, and a comfortable atmosphere for sleeping. At Apollo Blinds, Roller Blinds with blockout fabrics are one of the most popular choices for bedrooms because they help reduce outside light and improve sleep quality, especially for shift workers or rooms exposed to early morning sun.

Roman Blinds are also commonly chosen for bedrooms where homeowners want a softer, more decorative look while still maintaining privacy and insulation. For customers looking to improve temperature control, Cellular Blinds have become increasingly popular due to their honeycomb structure that helps reduce heat transfer and improve indoor comfort throughout the year. These options are especially practical for Sydney bedrooms facing early morning sun or busy streets.

From Apollo Blinds’ experience across Australian homes, Cellular Blinds are among the most effective options for reducing heat because their honeycomb-shaped cells trap air and provide additional insulation around windows.

Sunscreen Roller Blinds are also highly effective in reducing glare and UV exposure while still allowing natural light into the room. In west-facing rooms and large living areas exposed to strong afternoon sun, many homeowners combine sunscreen blinds during the day with blockout blinds for added insulation and privacy at night.

For outdoor-facing spaces such as patios and alfresco areas, Outdoor Blinds can also significantly reduce heat entering the home during Australian summers. They are a popular choice for Sydney homes managing strong afternoon sun.

Where the blind sits matters as much as the type. In a simulated Portland heat wave with no air conditioning, interior roller shades cut dangerous heat-index hours by about 18%, insulating interior shades by about 23%, and exterior shades by about 55% (Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, 2023). That is why the best heat solution is often an exterior one: see our awnings and Ziptrak outdoor blinds, and our roller shutters.

Inside, choose the type to match the job. Windows generate about 29% of residential heating and cooling load, and efficient window attachments deliver heating savings of 10 to 20% and cooling savings of 8 to 10% (ACEEE, 2016). Insulating cellular blinds suit bedrooms and living areas that lose heat in winter. For summer heat, sunscreen roller blinds cut glare while keeping the view. For maximum insulation and a premium look, consider plantation shutters.

Yes. Roller Blinds are one of the most practical and commonly installed options for large windows. At Apollo Blinds, they are regularly used in living rooms, open-plan spaces, and modern homes with wide glass panels because of their clean appearance and smooth operation.

For very wide openings or sliding doors, Panel Glide Blinds are often recommended as an alternative because they are specifically designed to move easily across larger spans while maintaining a modern look.

Many homeowners also choose dual roller systems that combine sunscreen and blockout fabrics to allow flexible light control throughout the day.

Roller Blinds and Venetian Blinds are generally among the easiest blinds to maintain.

Roller Blinds have a simple flat surface that can usually be cleaned with light dusting or a damp cloth, making them popular in busy family homes and kitchens.

Venetian Blinds are also practical because individual slats can be wiped down to remove dust and moisture buildup. Aluminium and PVC Venetian Blinds are especially popular in kitchens and bathrooms because they handle humidity and day-to-day cleaning well.

For customers wanting low-maintenance options, Apollo Blinds often recommends moisture-resistant and easy-clean materials for high-use areas.

Blockout Roller Blinds are one of the best options for privacy, particularly in bedrooms and street-facing rooms where homeowners want to minimise visibility from outside.

Roman Blinds and Cellular Blinds also provide excellent privacy while adding softness and insulation to a space.

For homes that still want natural light during the day while maintaining daytime privacy, many customers choose Viewline Shades or sunscreen fabrics that reduce visibility from outside without completely darkening the room.

The best solution often depends on whether privacy is needed during the daytime, nighttime, or both.

For many homeowners, motorised blinds are becoming increasingly worthwhile because they improve convenience, safety, and day-to-day usability.

At Apollo Blinds, motorisation is especially popular for:

• large or hard-to-reach windows
• modern smart homes
• media rooms
• wide living room blinds
• homes with children or pets

Motorised systems allow blinds to be controlled by remote, wall switch, or smart home integration depending on the setup. Many customers also appreciate the cleaner appearance created by removing hanging chains and cords.

For larger homes with multiple blinds, automation can make daily light and privacy control significantly easier.

For sliding doors and wide openings, Vertical Blinds and Panel Glide Blinds are usually the most practical solutions.

Vertical Blinds remain popular because they provide flexible light control and easy operation across large glass doors and patio entrances.

Panel Glide Blinds are increasingly chosen in modern homes because of their sleek appearance and smooth sliding panels, making them well suited to open-plan living areas and large contemporary spaces.

In some homes, Roller Blinds may also work for sliding doors when multiple linked blinds are installed across the opening.

In Australian conditions, blinds that help reduce heat, glare, and UV exposure tend to perform best during summer.

Sunscreen Roller Blinds are highly popular because they reduce glare and heat while still allowing natural daylight into the room.

Cellular Blinds are also effective for insulation and improving energy efficiency during both summer and winter.

For rooms exposed to strong afternoon sun, many Apollo Blinds customers choose combinations of:

• sunscreen blinds for daytime comfort
• blockout blinds for insulation and privacy at night

Outdoor Blinds are also commonly installed to help reduce heat entering alfresco areas, patios, and interior living spaces during hot weather.

Generally yes. In side-by-side room tests, cellular shades cut daily heating energy by 17% to 34% (ORNL and LBNL, 2022). Roller blinds are better for light control, simplicity and cost. Your Apollo consultant can show you both at your free measure.

They can, depending on the type. Venetian blinds saved under 2% in every US climate zone, while cellular shades saved far more (ORNL and LBNL, 2022). Efficient window attachments deliver heating savings of 10 to 20% and cooling savings of 8 to 10% (ACEEE, 2016).

Choose cord-free operation. The ACCC reports 21 child deaths from corded internal window coverings in Australia between 1999 and 2018 (ACCC, 2019). Motorised options are available across Apollo’s blind range, so ask your consultant about the safest choice for your home.