If you can't stand the heat, you don't need to get out of the kitchen—just consider adding a sunscreen blind!
Summer may have officially come to an end but the harsh New Zealand sunshine is still streaming in. Dual roller blinds offer the perfect solution for keeping your home cool and comfortable. We love the combination of a sunscreen blind to filter harsh sunlight, reduce heat, protect furnishings and provide daytime privacy (while maintaining your view), and a blockout blind for complete privacy and insulation when needed on those cooler nights.
The right configuration can make a huge difference in reducing heat and glare, all while adding a sleek, modern touch to your interiors.
Best Dual Blind Configurations for Heat Control
Your choice of dual blind setup will depend on your window size, reveal depth, and aesthetic preferences. Here are some key things to consider:
1. Slimline Double Brackets - a minimalist modern aesthetic
Our slim profile dual bracket is our preferred option for dual blinds. These brackets are compact enough to enable the blockout and sunscreen blinds to be installed above and below each other within a standard window frame, minimising protrusion into the room.
The top blind (usually the blockout) is typically made as a front roll and the overhang provides a fabric 'pelmet' to cover the sunscreen blind which is often back rolled so it sits close to the glass for best protection.
With a slim profile dual bracket the lower blind is centred around 115mm from the top of the bracket so it sits lower than a square bracket. For inside fit top fix, the fixing plate requires a reveal depth of at least 70mm.
2. Square or L-Shaped Dual Brackets - traditional, robust option
The square or L-shape is a more traditional style of bracket for dual blinds. A key difference between this and the slim profile bracket is that while it protrudes out around 20mm further out from the window than a slim profile bracket, the lower blind is centred around 90mm from the top of the bracket so it sits slightly higher in the window than a slim profile bracket.
At only 55mm the fixing plate on square bracket is suitable for inside fit, top fix in a very small reveal (must be at least 55mm).
This is not our default bracket so please request square brackets if this is your preference.
3. Two Single Blinds Installed One in Front of the Other – maximum flexibility
If you want to let in as much light as possible, and have sufficient reveal depth (at least 150mm if your blinds are long), you could consider installing two single blinds in your window frame, one in front of the other. This configuration enables both blinds to be fully rolled up, blocking only the top 90-100mm of your window, but it's important to make sure you will have sufficient room to install both blinds in the reveal (allow at least 70mm per blind).
An alternative approach with two single blinds is to fit your sunscreen blind inside your reveal and your blockout blind as an outside fit, either on your architrave or on the wall. This can be a great solution if you have a small reveal or if you would like to minimise light coming into the room when the blockout blind is down.
Why Sunscreen Blinds Make a Difference
- Block up to 95% of UV rays while still letting in natural light
- Reduce glare and protects furniture from sun damage
- Lower indoor temperatures, cutting down on air conditioning costs
- Preserve your view, so you can enjoy the outdoors without the heat
Stay Cool with Urban Curtains + Blinds
At Urban Curtains + Blinds, we offer a range of dual blind solutions tailored to meet your needs. Our expert team is ready to assist you in selectng the ideal configuration and bracket system to complement your home's design and functional requirements.
Contact us today to explore the possibilities and enhance your living spaces with our innovative window treatment solutions.
Get in touch today for your stylish, functional dual blinds!
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