Vertical Blinds
Why Australian Homeowners Choose Vertical Blinds
Vertical blinds remain one of the most practical window furnishing solutions for Australian homes due to their versatility, affordability, and ease of operation. Their rotating vertical slats allow you to control natural light, privacy, and airflow throughout the day while maintaining a clean and modern appearance.
Unlike many window coverings designed primarily for small windows, vertical blinds perform exceptionally well across wide openings, sliding doors, and full-height windows commonly found in modern homes, apartments, offices, and commercial spaces.
Their side-stacking operation makes them particularly effective in high-traffic areas where regular access to doors and outdoor spaces is needed. Whether you want to reduce harsh afternoon glare, soften natural light, or improve daytime privacy, vertical blinds provide flexible control without overwhelming the room visually.
Apollo Blinds custom-makes every vertical blind to suit your exact window dimensions, helping create a cleaner fit, smoother operation, and more professional finish compared to off-the-shelf alternatives.
Why homeowners continue choosing vertical blinds
- Excellent for sliding doors and large windows
- Flexible light and privacy control
- Easy-to-clean low-maintenance fabrics
- Suitable for modern and traditional interiors
- Wide range of blockout and light-filtering fabrics
- Ideal for apartments, offices, and family homes
- Custom-made to suit your windows precisely
- Available in multiple colours, textures, and finishes
Why Australian Homeowners Choose Apollo Blinds
Free Measure
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Easy Purchase
At Apollo Blinds, we make purchasing your new Blinds, Awnings or Shutters easy.
Value For Money
Apollo sells Blinds, Awnings and Shutters at discounted prices direct from the factory.
Made In Australia
We proudly manufacture most of our quality products right here in Australia. Our company prides itself on hiring Australian workers.
Servicing Australia Since 1988
Apollo was established in 1988 and started making shutters in the early 2000's, giving us over 30 years of experience in the manufacture and supply of shutters.
Expert Team
Our team is professionally trained and equipped with the necessary skills to provide expert advice when it comes to customising your window interior & exterior coverings.
Vertical Blinds for Sliding Doors and Large Windows
Vertical blinds are one of the most effective solutions for sliding doors and wide window openings because the slats stack neatly to one side, allowing easier access and smoother operation compared to many other blind styles.
This makes them highly suitable for:
- living rooms
- dining rooms
- alfresco access doors
- apartments
- office boardrooms
- commercial spaces
- full-height windows
The adjustable slats allow you to direct natural light while maintaining privacy during the day. You can partially tilt the vanes to soften harsh sunlight or fully open them for unobstructed outdoor views and airflow.
For homes exposed to strong afternoon sun, vertical blinds can also help reduce glare on televisions, computer screens, and reflective flooring surfaces.
Vertical Blinds for Australian Conditions
Australian homes deal with intense sunlight, UV exposure, glare, and changing seasonal temperatures. Choosing the right window furnishings plays a major role in improving indoor comfort throughout the year.
Vertical blinds are particularly effective in Australian environments because they provide:
- adjustable sunlight control
- privacy without fully blocking natural light
- reduced glare
- easy-clean surfaces
- durable fabric options
- practical airflow management
Blockout fabrics help reduce strong sunlight and improve room darkening, while light-filtering fabrics soften daylight without making interiors feel enclosed.
For coastal homes, apartments, and busy family households, vertical blinds also remain popular due to their relatively low maintenance and straightforward cleaning requirements.
Choosing the Right Vertical Blind Fabric
The fabric you choose affects privacy, lighting, room comfort, and overall appearance. Apollo Blinds offers a wide selection of vertical blind fabrics designed to suit different rooms, lifestyles, and interior styles.
Blockout Vertical Blinds
Blockout vertical blinds are designed for stronger privacy and glare reduction. They are particularly suitable for:
- bedrooms
- media rooms
- living rooms with strong afternoon sun
- street-facing windows
- offices requiring screen glare reduction
These fabrics help minimise sunlight penetration while creating a cleaner and more private interior environment.
Light Filtering Vertical Blinds
Light-filtering fabrics soften incoming daylight while maintaining a bright and comfortable atmosphere. They are commonly selected for:
- living areas
- kitchens
- dining rooms
- apartments
- open-plan spaces
This option allows natural light to enter the room while improving daytime privacy and reducing harsh glare.
Textured and Decorative Fabrics
Textured vertical blind fabrics add softness and visual depth to interiors while still maintaining the practicality vertical blinds are known for.
These fabrics are popular in:
- modern homes
- contemporary apartments
- office fit-outs
- minimalist interiors
They help create a softer appearance compared to plain flat fabrics while maintaining easy operation and maintenance.
Vertical Blinds vs Roller Blinds
Both vertical blinds and roller blinds are highly practical window furnishing options, but they suit different applications.
Vertical blinds are typically better for:
- sliding doors
- very wide windows
- commercial spaces
- adjustable directional light control
- easy walk-through access
Vertical blinds also allow more flexible light direction control because the slats can rotate throughout the day rather than being either fully raised or lowered.
Roller blinds are preferred for:
- smaller windows
- minimalist interiors
- layered window furnishings
- compact spaces
- streamlined appearance
For many homes, the ideal solution is often combining different blind types throughout different rooms depending on functionality and window size.
Custom-Made Fabric Vertical Blinds
Every Apollo Blinds vertical blind is custom-made to suit your measurements, room layout, and operational requirements.
This includes:
- track sizing
- stacking direction
- fabric selection
- reveal or face fitting
- slat width configuration
- light control preferences
A professionally measured and installed blind creates:
- smoother operation
- improved appearance
- better light management
- cleaner alignment
- more precise fitting
Custom-made blinds also help reduce common issues associated with poorly fitted ready-made products, including uneven operation, light gaps, and premature wear.
Sloping Vertical Blinds
Sloping vertical blinds are specifically designed for angled windows, raked ceilings, stairwells, and architectural glazing where standard blinds are not suitable.
These systems are custom-manufactured to follow the angle of the window while still providing practical light control and privacy.
They are commonly installed in:
- modern architectural homes
- loft conversions
- stair voids
- cathedral ceilings
- feature windows
Note: These are a specialized type designed for windows that are not perfectly vertical, such as skylights, conservatories, or angled windows in lofts.
What Happens On Free Measure & Quote?
Our in-home consultation process is designed to help homeowners choose the right vertical blinds with professional guidance and accurate measurements.
- we assess your windows and layout
- discuss light and privacy requirements
- recommend suitable fabrics and colours
- explain installation options
- provide product advice tailored to your space
- take precise measurements
- prepare a detailed quotation
Once confirmed, your blinds are custom-made and professionally installed by experienced technicians.
See Apollo Vertical Blinds Brochure
Browse Apollo Blinds’ range of blockout, light-filtering, and decorative vertical blind fabrics designed for Australian homes, apartments, and commercial interiors.
Whether you are looking for stronger privacy, softer natural light, or a modern textured finish, our consultants can help you choose the right fabric for your space and lifestyle.
Specifications
Available Options
Chainless
No chain to break or replace, Ideal with children, pets and rental properties
Chained
Stabilises the blinds in windy condition
Sewn in bottom weight
(surcharge applies) Has a better closure than chainless
Cleaning
Mould/Fade Resistant
Many fabrics are both mould-resistant and fade-resistant, have an antistatic dust-resistant coating, and a wipe-clean surface.
Soap and Water
All verticals are easily cleaned with warm soapy water.
Installation Types
Reveal Fit Installation
Reveal Fit installs the vertical blind inside the window frame for a neat, built-in look. It’s ideal when the recess is deep, square, and unobstructed. This option reduces light gaps and keeps your wall space free for décor or furniture.
Face Fit Installation
Face Fit installs the vertical blind on the wall or architrave, covering the entire window frame. It’s perfect for shallow or uneven recesses and helps improve light control while visually making the window appear larger.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Modern vertical blinds have evolved significantly in both appearance and fabric design. Contemporary fabrics, textures, and colours allow vertical blinds to suit modern homes, apartments, and offices while maintaining their practical advantages.
Yes. Vertical blinds are one of the most practical window furnishing options for sliding doors because they stack neatly to one side and allow flexible access and light control.
Yes. Depending on the fabric selected, vertical blinds can help reduce harsh sunlight, glare, and heat transfer while improving indoor comfort.
The best fabric depends on your goals. Blockout fabrics are ideal for stronger privacy and glare reduction, while light-filtering fabrics help soften daylight while maintaining brightness.
Yes. Vertical blinds are generally easy to maintain and can usually be cleaned with light vacuuming, dusting, or gentle spot cleaning.
Yes. Apollo Blinds custom-makes vertical blinds to suit your exact measurements, window layout, and operational preferences.
Yes. Vertical blinds remain a popular office solution because they provide flexible glare control, privacy, and clean professional presentation.
Apollo Blinds
Apollo Blinds since 1988 specialises in custom made, affordable quality blinds, awnings and shutters for commercial and domestic. A Stylish look and feel is a big part of what makes your house a home. At Apollo we are experts in combining real craftsmanship with the precision of modern technology, and aesthetics.
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