If you want to do more entertaining at home, then sprucing up your outdoor alfresco area is a great idea. With a few key improvements, you can make your outdoor space the new hottest social dining spot in the neighbourhood. One of the ways our customers are making their outdoor...
At Burns for Blinds, we recognise that the security of your home is crucial, and this is why we provide a range of security doors and screens, including the high-quality Invisi-Guard range. However, it’s essential to be informed about each of these products so that you can make the right...
Recently, we’ve noticed a significant shift in demand for our Australian-made PVC plantation shutters. When you consider how they transform interiors, their affordability, and the fact they have a 2-3 week turnaround, it’s really no surprise why they’ve grown to become one of our most popular products. If you’ve bought...
And what a sale it was! We’ve had a fantastic start to the year and an equally amazing introduction to the curtain market, having installed hundreds of sheer and block out curtains for our South Australian customers in 2020. The introduction of our extraordinary 14-piece range of S-Fold, S-Wave, Double...
Awnings are exterior furnishings that work to offset the amount of sunlight (and heat) that radiates into your home through a glass window. When an awning is installed, it can reduce up to around 80% of heat that reaches your windows, which means that hot summers spent indoors will be...
Vertical blinds! They’re just like regular blinds, except they hang vertically rather than horizontally. This fact can definitely change your purchase decision depending on your preferences when it comes to design, colour and placement in your home. Let’s examine some of the benefits of using vertical blinds to decorate your...
When you’re going through the sometimes-agonising process of selecting the semi-permanent fixtures and furnishings in your home, your blinds are always a key concern. Your choice is always going to be informed by several factors including their aesthetic style as well as their practical utility as a privacy, light control...
Timber venetians are a very popular window furnishing choice for many Australians because they bring together a perfect mix of aesthetic quality, durability, function and ease of maintenance. However, it’s certainly true that some rooms in your property may benefit more from a set of timber venetians than others –...
Is your home protected? Fences, alarm systems, or perhaps even a big guard dog are probably what come to mind when most people think about security for their homes. There are many ways to protect your home. However, installing security doors is a highly effective yet easily overlooked way to...
Curtains are nothing new when it comes to window furnishing and light control, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for innovation. While you could always settle for a set of traditional curtains, the new signature curtain fabric range from Burns for Blinds could be the perfect improvement in style...
If you’re on the lookout for blinds that are going to give you a modern, elegant look while also being highly durable to wear and tear – aluminium venetians could be the perfect fit! This classic blind design gets the job done and is easily controlled via a wand or...
The Blind Manufacturers’ Association of Australia (BMAA) held its annual industry SuperExpo this month in Queensland on the Gold Coast. Burns for Blinds’ managing partners Matthew Sims and Mark Greig attend this important industry event every year so that they can discover new trends, products and business opportunities. This is...
Veri Shades are a new and innovative development in interior window furnishing that is a true marriage of style and function. With the flexibility of vertical blinds and the appeal of a soft window furnishing like curtains, it’s no surprise that Veri Shades are becoming a popular option in more...
Installing Heroal roller shutters can greatly revitalise your outdoor space. While they can be a nifty visual addition to your home’s aesthetic and general décor, roller shutters boast several practical advantages. Let’s check out some of the best reasons to get Heroal roller shutters installed today! Effective temperature control If...
Timber venetian blinds are an incredibly refined and elegant window furnishing that has a lot of great benefits when installed in your home. Let’s look at 5 reasons you ought to adore timber venetians. Great Light Control Timber venetian blinds give you amazing light control in any space you choose...
Cleaning your external shutters and blinds can be a pain, particularly if you live in an area that is prone to gusty winds, rain and other climatic events. However, if you endeavour to clean your shutters consistently, you’ll find that it’s actually an easy task that adds a nice little...
If you’re looking for an easy way to add a new sense of comfort and elegance to your home, it’s hard to go past plantation shutters. We’ve already written about why Australians absolutely love them, and this post will go a little deeper into how they can transform your interior...
Christmas in Australia is typically hot and dry – especially in Adelaide. That’s why awnings are perfect for letting you sit outside and enjoy any breeze going past without getting the sun shining straight down on you. They can be placed over your balcony, out the back or front of...
Summer is almost here! Which means much more time spent outdoors! As the year draws nearer to a close, there will be many more opportunities to use your backyard and outdoor entertainment areas. With a little bit of creativity and time, you can help turn an ordinary outdoor entertainment area...
There are few things better than jumping into your alfresco area and soaking up the Sunday sun, enjoying a morning coffee or hosting a barbeque with your family and friends. Outdoor entertaining has always been embraced by Australians, which aligns well with our desire for open space and the seamless...
You might have just moved home or maybe you’re deciding to spruce up your indoor area when entertaining guests. If this is you, roller blinds could be just the thing you need to add a bit of class and modernity to your home. Let’s take a look at the top...
Curtains and blinds add a subtle flair to any home’s interior. They can make a space more cozy, warm and welcoming. However, sometimes it would be nice if they just opened and closed themselves. Imagine having blinds that opened in the morning with the push of a button. Well, luckily...
When it comes to a home improvement that will not only make your Adelaide home look good, but also provide you with the functionality, you simply can’t go past canvas window awnings from Burns for Blinds. At Burns for Blinds, we have provided the residents of Adelaide with premium window...
It’s more than likely that if you own your own home or business, it’s more than likely one of your largest investments. However, when it comes to home and business security so many Australians are doing the bare minimum. With 1 in 40 Australian residents being the victim of home...
If you’re looking for an interior design aspect that will completely transform the look and feel of your Adelaide home, plantation shutters are your answer. Perfect for a range of interior and exterior applications, plantation shutters are available in a variety of different colours and materials including Basswood Shutters, PVC...
