<h2>What to consider when choosing the right blinds for your living room</h2>

<p>When choosing living room blinds, it's important to take a few things into consideration. Some things to think about are:</p>

<ul>
    <li>Which type of blind will give me the best control of incoming light? </li>
    <li>Is my living room close to the street? How much privacy screening do I need?</li>
    <li>Are motorised blinds something I'd like for my living room? Perhaps even my whole house. </li>
    <li>What look am I trying to achieve in my space? Do I want something basic or something more elegant? </li>
    <li>What's my budget? </li>
</ul>

<h2>Living room blind ideas </h2>

<h3>Roller blinds </h3>

<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds">Roller blinds</a> are an affordable and versatile blind for your living room. Available in standard, <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds/blockout">blockout</a> and <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds/sunscreen">sunscreen fabric</a>s, there's an option to suit your needs. </p>
<p>When you lower the fabric, it will cover the entirety of your window and offer you complete privacy. Blockout fabric creates a dark room in an instant (ideal for TV watching or gaming). Whereas sunscreen fabric helps reduce the amount of incoming sunlight, helping to prevent your furniture from fading. </p>
<p>Something to consider with roller blinds is that when your blind is rolled up, it won't offer very much privacy. So, if your living room window does look onto the street, perhaps consider a different option or think about pairing your blinds with curtains!</p>

<h3>Double Roller blinds </h3>

<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds/double-roller-blinds">Double Roller blinds</a> help maintain both your view as well as your privacy. These blinds have two rollers and fabric options to give you that little bit more privacy and light control than standard roller blinds can give you.</p>

<p>Common pairings of fabric include double blockout, or one fabric and one sunscreen. </p>

<h3>Vertical blinds</h3>

<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/vertical-blinds">Vertical blinds</a> are an affordable and practical choice for your living room. They offer a combination of light and privacy control, as well as on-screen glare protection. </p>
<p>With a twist of the easy-to-use wand, you have complete control over the direction of the light that enters the room. By changing the direction of the light, you can minimise glare and create the optimal environment for a daytime movie marathon.</p>

<h3>Vision blinds </h3>

<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/vision-blinds">Vision blinds</a> (sometimes referred to as Zebra blinds), are a unique option for your living room. These blinds consist of alternating semi translucent and blockout fabric panels, making them similar in functionality to both a roller blind and a Venetian blind. </p>
<p>Vision blinds give your living room plenty of privacy, while still allowing you to see out and let in the natural light, without anyone on the street having the ability to see in.  </p>

<h3>Roman blinds </h3>

<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roman-blinds">Roman blinds</a> are a great option for your living room. They are made up of thick fabric panels which can easily keep out light and reduce on-screen glare. These blinds are a more elegant finish to your living room and are a great product to choose. </p>
<p>Roman blinds come in standard fabric, or if you're after even more blackout, you can choose <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roman-blinds/blockout">blockout fabric for Roman blinds</a>. </p>

<h2>Motorised living room blinds</h2>

<p>Ever got comfortable on the couch, then realised you need to adjust the blinds to reduce the TV screen glare? <br> </p>

<p>With motorised blinds, you no longer need to get up. Instead, control your blinds from your smartphone or smart home device! </p>

<p>An added benefit of motorised blinds is that they can <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/style-hub/how-to-make-your-home-more-secure">make your home feel more secure.</a> </p>

<p>Motorised blinds give you the ability to control everything from your smartphone, which means you can open and close your blinds when you&apos;re not home, giving the illusion that someone is there. </p>

<p>There are two types of motorisation you can choose from: </p>

<h3>SmartHub Motorisation</h3>

<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/motorised-blinds">SmartHub Motorisation</a> is great if you want to motorise more blinds than just your living room blinds. </p>

<p>With the ability to connect to 20 sets of blinds in your home, this device allows you to control multiple blinds in one place. <br> </p>

<p>The benefit of SmartHub motorisation is that you aren't restricted to one type of blind option. Instead, you can connect to many types, including outdoor blinds. </p>

<h3>Eve MotionBlinds </h3>

<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/eve-motionblinds">Eve MotionBlinds</a> is a smooth and elegant option for your window coverings. </p>

<p>This option creates a clean finish and doesn't require a central hub to connect to, to control your blinds. Instead, this type of motorisation is compatible with Apple's HomeKit technology and connects when you scan the tag which comes with your blinds. </p>

<p>If you're thinking of installing Eve MotionBlinds, it's important to know this is currently only an option if you're wanting to motorise roller blinds. </p>

<p>For more reasons to consider this option for your living room, head to our blog to learn more about the <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/style-hub/why-choose-motorised-blinds">benefits of choosing motorised blinds</a>.</p>

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<h2>Do you need blinds in your living room? </h2>

<p>Some people ask whether blinds are needed in your living room. The answer is that it depends on your preferences. </p>

<p>Your living room is a place for rest, relaxation and winding down at the end of a long day. To get the most from this space, having good light control and privacy is a must. </p>

<p>Therefore, we recommend having some sort of window covering installed. It doesn't need to be blinds, but having something like indoor shutters, curtains, or even blinds and curtains together is important. </p>



<h2>Alternative window coverings to blinds</h2>

<p>If blinds aren't the right fit for your space, consider curtains or shutters, or pairing blinds and curtains together!</p>

<h3>Pairing curtains and blinds together </h3>

<p>If you like the functionality of blinds but prefer the look of curtains, why not <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/style-hub/how-to-pair-curtains-and-blinds">pair curtains with blinds</a>? </p>

<p>Layering curtains on top of your living room blinds means that you have additional privacy and light control. A common curtain option to use for layering is <a 
href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/curtains/material-sheer">sheer curtains.</a></p>

<h3>Curtain options for your living room </h3>

<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/curtains">Curtains</a> by themselves are a versatile window covering option for your living room. </p>

<p>Your first option is choosing sheer curtains, which are made from a translucent material and are great to give your home an extra layer of privacy and to reduce on-screen glare. </p>

<p>They are a simple additional touch which can make your space feel more luxurious, while also helping to soften the incoming light. </p>

<p>Other options to give your living room more coverage is by choosing <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/curtains/feature-blockout">blockout</a> or <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/curtains/material-linen">linen curtains</a>. </p>

<p>Blockout and linen curtains are made from a thick material and completely cover the window, therefore creating a blackout in your living room, perfect for binge watching your favourite shows or movies! </p>

<h3>Vertisheer blinds</h3>

<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/vertisheers">Vertisheer blinds</a> are a unique option for your living room, as they are both a sheer curtain and a vertical blind in one product! This pairing gives you both an elegant and functional option for your living room. <br> </p>

<p>With Vertisheers, you only need one track to hang them. This means you don't need both a curtain rod and blind track, giving your windows a cleaner finish. </p>

<h3>Indoor shutters</h3>

<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/indoor-shutters">Indoor shutters</a> are a stylish window treatment option for your living room. Indoor shutters are used to regulate ventilation and sunlight in any room, plus they're completely flexible in colour, material, and usage. </p>

<p>Indoor shutters come in different styles including:</p>

<ul>
    <li><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/indoor-shutters/aluminium">Aluminium</a></li>
    <li><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/indoor-shutters/basswood">Basswood</a></li>
    <li><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/indoor-shutters/wooden-and-timber">Wooden</a></li>
    <li><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/indoor-shutters/colour-white">White</a></li>
    <li><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/indoor-shutters/sliding-door-shutters">Sliding</a></li>
    <li><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/indoor-shutters/plantation-shutters">Plantation</a>. </li>
</ul>

<p><strong>For more information on buying new blinds, shutters or curtains for your living room, give call us on <a href="tel:131315">13 13 15</a>, visit one of our <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/showrooms-perth">showrooms</a> or arrange a <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/contact">free measure and quote </a>with a highly-trained consultant in your own home.</strong></p>

The living room is probably one of the most used rooms in your home, so having good light control options is important. However, we know that choosing the right blinds can be challenging.
We’re here to make the decision simpler for you. Here’s our helpful guide on choosing the right living room blinds for your home. 

Enjoy privacy and total light control in the heart of your home with these living room blinds. 

Blinds for Your Living Room: ABC Blinds Blog

Blinds for Your Living Room

<h2>How to choose the right colour scheme for your home</h2>
<p>With so many colour options it can be overwhelming to know where to start and what will work in your space. 
What is a home colour scheme? </p>
<p>A home colour scheme is a carefully selected group of colours used to guide the interior design in your home. To create a seamless transition throughout your home, you can use the same colour scheme in each room, or if you want some variety, why not separate your home into distinct areas and choose a few different colour schemes you like. </p>

<h3>Types of colour schemes </h3>
<p>There are many types of colour combinations to choose from when selecting a colour scheme that works for you and your space. Here are a couple of colour scheme options to help you get started. </p>

<ol>
    <li><b>Monochromatic colour scheme</b>
    <p>A monochromatic colour scheme is where you select one colour with a variety of tones and shades. This colour scheme is good for giving your room a consistent look and feel and has a very clean finish. The downside of a monochromatic colour scheme, is that you may not have any feature items or furniture which stand out. </p>

    <p>A monochromatic colour scheme might be a good option if you have an open plan living and kitchen area and want to create a seamless design throughout the space. </p></li>

    <li><b>Complementary colour schemes</b>
    <p>A complementary colour schemes is made up of colours that are opposite one another on a colour wheel. For example: green and red, or purple and yellow. If you’re wanting a space with a high amount of colour contrast, this is the colour scheme for you! </p>
    <p>This colour scheme is also a great option if you want to create a feature wall with your paint colours in the space. </p>
    
    </li>

</ol>
    
<h3>Choosing a home interior colour palette</h3>
<ul>
    <p><b>Neutral colour palette</b><br/>
    Neutral colours are a great starting point if you’re feeling stuck, as they are simple to style, work well together, and are great if you have a specific feature piece of furniture with a pop of colour. This palette consists of creams, whites, light browns, or beiges. </p>

    <p><b>Warm colour palette  </b><br/>
    Warm paint colours are the reds, yellows, and oranges on the colour wheel. These colours can make your space feel vibrant, bright, and the room feel more spacious.</p>
    <p>If you’re feeling unsure about using a warm colour combination, creating an <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/spotlight-on-earthy-tones-and-natural-interior-design">earthy tone throughout your interior design</a> is always a popular choice. These colours range from shades of ochre to turmeric.</p>
    
    <p><b>Cool colour palette</b><br/>
    A cool colour palette is made up of blues, greens and purples, and can make your home feel calm and relaxing. If you’re wanting to create a space that feels cosy, this is the colour scheme for you. </p>
</ul>


<h3>Tips for choosing a home colour scheme</h3>

<ol>
    <li>
    <b>Don’t forget about your flooring</b>
    <p>Your flooring can make a huge difference in the effect it has on your home paint colour, so it’s important to take it into consideration when you’re choosing a new colour palette. </p>

    <p>As flooring is one of the more expensive aspects of your home to renovate, it’s better to make every design aspect in your space work with it, rather than make the flooring work with your home décor and paint colours. </p>
    </li>

    <li>
    <b>Consider your window dressings</b>

    <p>Window dressings are an important design element in your home, and it’s a good idea to try before you buy to make sure your paint colours and dressings will complement one another.</p>

    <p>If you’re wanting to change your window dressings, a great way to ensure the colour and fabric of them will match your new paint is to order fabric and colour swatches from a range of curtain and blind options you like. At ABC Blinds, you can <a href="https://www.abcblindsonline.com.au/">order 5 free samples</a> to help you make the right interior design choices. </p>
    
    <p>When choosing window dressings, consider how you want them to look in the room. If you want your curtains or blinds to be featured, choose blind options which come in a wide range of colours that way you’re guaranteed to find an option which will suit your space. </p>

    <p>Two of our most versatile blind options for colour choices are <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/vertical-blinds">Vertical blinds</a> and <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds">Roller blinds</a>. </p>
    </li>


    <li>
    <b>Consider the lighting</b>
    <p>The light, both natural and artificial, will affect the way that your paint colour looks on your walls. So, before settling on shade, select a few paint swatches or samples you like, and spend some time observing the space with those samples on the wall before committing to painting the entire space. </p>
    <p>Depending on the time of day of when you’re planning on using the space, your paint colour will look different. Natural light isn’t a consistent light source as it changes throughout day, typically strongest during the middle of the day, and warmer around sunset. If you want to capitalise on that natural light but find it too strong at times, our <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/curtains/material-sheer">sheer curtains</a> are a great option for softening incoming light, while still creating a bright and calming space. </p>
    <p>Artificial light sources also impact the look of your paint colours. Incandescent bulbs produce a warm, yellow-amber light, which can make reds, oranges, and yellows more vivid, while drowning out blues and greens. On the other hand, the cool tones of fluorescent lighting bring out the best in blue and green hues.</p>
    <p>Another consideration is how the colours themselves react to light. For example, black absorbs all colours, while white absorbs none and can instead reflect its surrounding colours. </p>
    <p>If you have a particular colour you want to use in a specific room, but the natural light doesn’t complement it, consider blockout blinds to lessen the impact of the natural light. Blockout blind options include our <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds/double-roller-blinds">Double roller blinds</a>, or for a more luxe look, try the <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/tripleshade-blinds">Tripleshade blinds</a> from our designer range. </p>
    </li>
    
    <li><b>Apply the ‘three-colour rule’ when choosing a colour scheme</b>

    <p>The three-colour rule is where you pick no more than three colours (excluding tints and shades of those colours) when designing a space in your home. We recommend choosing one colour for the walls, the second for trims, and the third for any accents. </p>

    <p>Any more than three colours within one room comes with the risk that it might make the space feel cluttered and lack cohesion. This rule applies to both colour schemes inside your hone as well as exterior home colour schemes. </p>
        
    </li>
</ol>
    
<h2>Exterior house colour schemes</h2>
<p>If you’re feeling like you’re on a roll, why not tackle the exterior paint colours of your home as well?</p>


<h3>3 Tips for choosing an exterior home colour scheme</h3>

<ol>
    <li><b>Keep it simple with pops of colour</b>
        <p>To make the process of redecorating and choosing new exterior colour schemes for your home simpler, we recommend keeping the exterior shades as neutral as possible. To personalise your home, you can easily add a pop of colour to your front door or by playing with colour through adding pots or outdoor furniture.</p>

        <p>Keeping a consistent and clean colour scheme also makes your house easier to sell and potentially even increases the selling     price if you ever decide to move.</p></li>
    <li><b>Match the era</b>

    <p>If you’re still feeling a bit unsure, take inspiration from the architecture and era of your home. From modern or heritage, to minimalist or industrial, choose the right colour palette for your home by doing your research.</p></li>


    <li><b>Exterior blinds for your house</b>

    <p>When it comes to <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/outdoor-blinds">outdoor blinds</a> or <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/outdoor-blinds-and-awnings">outdoor awnings</a>, our range is available in a variety of popular neutral shades to add that special finishing touch to your home’s exterior. Our outdoor blinds also offer your home better control of the light and added privacy. </p>
    </li>
</ol>

<p>The most important thing is to have fun with the colour schemes you choose! Colour choices are subjective, so what works for someone else’s home might not work for yours. </p>


    <p><b>To arrange a <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/booking">free measure and quote</a> with a highly-trained consultant in your own home, give us a call on <a href="tel:+131315">13 13 15</a> or fill out this simple <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/booking">online form</a>. We provide this service to a wide range of locations around the metro and select regional areas, 6 days a week between 8am and 6pm.</b></p>

<p><b>The majority of our blinds, curtains and awnings are made in Australia and are sold for the lowest price in the market, guaranteed. Just bring in a quote on any competitor’s comparable item and we’ll beat it by 5%.</b></p>



Are the paint colours throughout your home feeling a bit outdated and could do with an upgrade? 
In some cases, the paint colours you choose can make or break the space, so it’s important to be confident in your decision when it comes time to whip out the paint rollers.

Whether you’re renovating or planning for your future home, here are a few tips to help you decide on a new colour palette.

How to choose the right colours for your home

<p>If your approach to bedroom interior design has always involved randomly selecting linens, furnishings and colours, take note! A tranquil bedroom requires some planning before you get started.</p>

<p>If you need a little guidance, we’ve put together a few tips to keep in mind while you style the bedroom of your dreams.</p>

<h2>Home styling: Bedroom design ideas</h2>
<br/>
<h3>Blend cheap and chic </h3>
<p>By carefully spending a little more on the right items, you can create a bedroom that’s both cheap and chic. Balancing high and low-cost items together in the room can easily help you stay under budget while allowing you to bring the luxury look to life. Invest in things like quality bedding, a decent bed frame and lighting. The remaining items like artwork, decorative items and bedside tables can easily be purchased on a budget.</p>

<h3>Choose subtle colours</h3>
<p>While your creative side might be telling you to take a risk, most interior designers recommend soothing, <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/spotlight-on-earthy-tones-and-natural-interior-design">neutral shades</a> in the bedroom. Rather than any bold primary colours, decorate predominately with soft shades of blues, pinks, greens, greys or browns to promote a feeling of peace within your bedroom sanctuary. </p>

<h3>Room to breathe</h3>
<p>A bedroom is a place of rest, and as such, should ideally have plenty of room to move around freely and easily. For complete ease of movement and optimal energy flow, try and leave a minimum of three steps between your bed the surrounding walls.</p>

<h3>Slip in some symmetry</h3>
<p>One of our favourite interior design tricks is to add symmetry. If you have the room, have two matching side tables with two identical lamps mirroring each other on either side to create a well-balanced space.</p>

<h3>Don’t scrimp on the storage</h3>
<p>This one’s easier said than done, but it’s always best to store your belongings out of sight. Not only will this increase the sense of space in the room but it’ll also promote a feeling of serenity.</p>
<p>When selecting items for your bedroom, make smart storage choices in the forms of small trunks that can easily slip under the bed and bedside tables with built-in drawers.</p>

<h3>Add bedroom curtains or blinds</h3>
<p>Aside from blocking light at night and protecting your privacy, window dressings will help to make the room complete. If you’re wondering how to choose curtains or blinds for the bedroom, here are some of the top styles we recommend.</p>
<ul>
    <p><b>Day and night blinds: </b><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/vision-blinds">Vision blinds</a>, also known as day and night blinds, feature two layers of horizontal striped fabric (opaque and translucent), which work in harmony to gently filter light, or block it out completely.
    </p>

    <p><b>Roller blinds: </b>Offering flexible light and privacy control, <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds">roller blinds</a> are as practical as they are stylish. When customised with blockout fabric, these blinds will block out outside light and even help to regulate the temperature in your bedroom to ensure that you get the <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/sleep-tips-a-natural-way-to-sleep-better-at-night">best night’s sleep</a> possible! 
    </p>

    <p><b>Roman blinds: </b>Similar to roller blinds, Roman blinds can also be custom made with blockout fabric, to ensure that street lighting and sunlight does not disrupt your night’s sleep. You can buy our <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roman-blinds">Roman</a> and <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds">roller blinds</a> online.
    </p>

    <p><b>Sheer curtains: </b><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/how-to-style-sheer-curtains">Sheers</a> are a dreamy addition to any bedroom. They softly filter <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/7-ways-to-increase-natural-light-in-your-home">natural light</a> and protect your privacy during the day to create a secluded sanctuary. Pair our sheers with blinds for added privacy and light control.</p>

</ul>
<p>Wondering where to buy bedroom curtains? You can do so from our showrooms, or by arranging a free measure and quote online.</p>
<p>You can learn more about our range of bedroom curtains and blinds <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/the-best-blinds-for-your-bedroom">here</a>.</p>

<p><i>Interested in <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/the-best-blinds-for-your-bedroom">bedroom blinds</a>? Give us a call on <a href="tel:131335">13 13 15</a>, visit one of our Perth <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/showrooms-perth">showrooms</a> to view our blinds gallery or arrange a free <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/booking">measure and quote</a> with one of our highly-trained consultants in your own home. You can also view our blinds online.</i></p>
<p><i>All of our blinds, shutters, curtains and awnings are made in Australia and are sold for the lowest prices in the market, guaranteed. Just bring in a quote on any competitor’s comparable item and we’ll beat it by 5%!</i></p>

Get inspired with these designer-approved bedroom design ideas that’ll turn your bedroom into a stylish sleep sanctuary.

How to design a bedroom: 6 styling tips

<p>Pairing your wall paint with your window treatments is a deceptively tricky task. With such a multitude of colours available in the market, matching two shades together from different brands is near impossible! That is, of course, unless you have the right knowledge up your sleeve. Keep reading to discover some of the best pairings of popular white paints and indoor window treatments.</p>

<h3>Love for White in Interior Design</h3>
<p>With the popularity of modern minimalism in interior design, white – and all the varying shades within its spectrum – is one of the most popular paint colours around. By making your walls white, it easily sets up rooms for a variety of design options. While dark colours have plenty of merit, they can be constraining and reduce the sense of space. White is also reflective, so any <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/7-ways-to-increase-natural-light-in-your-home">natural light</a> will reflect off the walls and make any room seem lighter and airier. </p>

<h3>Most Popular Paint Colours</h3>
<p>When it comes to creating a perfect neutral foundation for your home, you can't do much better than coating your walls in white. To help make redecorating easier, we’ve put together the following list of four popular shades you can find from all of the big paint brands, plus the blinds that they’re best paired with.<p>

<ol>

<h4><li>Neutral White and Sheer Curtains</li></h4>
<p>If your home’s interior design style is more on the <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/easy-interior-styling-6-modern-living-room-ideas" target="_blank">modern side</a>, make this shade your go-to. A neutral white is crisp, but still has the depth required to avoid making your home too stark. This shade also has minimal undertones, making it perfect for showcasing wall art or photographs on your bedroom or living room wall.</p>

<p>Pair this paint with our <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/curtains/material-sheer" target="_blank">sheer curtains</a> in a similar shade of white, or even a light neutral brown for an ultra-chic contemporary interior. Our sheers are a favourite among homeowners and interior designers alike, as they allow an abundance of natural light to fill your home, without compromising on views or privacy. For inspiration on how to style these window treatments, check out <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/sheer-curtains-styled-by-studio-cult" target="_blank">this collaboration with talented team from Studio Cult</a>.</p>

<h4><li>Soft White and Vertical/Vision Blinds</li></h4>
<p>For a timeless, contemporary look and feel, soft white is as versatile as colours come. Softer shades of white look beautiful in all rooms, especially rooms with low natural light as it keeps the space bright without appearing too stark.</p>

<p>Softer white pairs very nicely with <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/spotlight-on-earthy-tones-and-natural-interior-design" target="_blank">earth tones</a>, including light browns and muted greens. Our <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/the-abcs-of-vertical-blinds" target="_blank">vertical blinds</a> come in a huge range of colours, ranging from neutrals to bolder hues, including shades of green. If you’d prefer to get more experimental with the style of blind rather than the colour, our <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/vision-blinds" target="_blank">vision blinds</a> are a stylish option. These blinds feature two layers of horizontal striped fabric (opaque and translucent), which work in harmony to gently filter light, or block it out completely. 

<h4><li>Vintage White and Roman Blinds</li></h4>
<p>Any type of vintage or antique off-white colour that borders on cream is an elegant way to bring warmth to your home. The barely-there yellow and pink undertones are subtle but work their magic to create a homely environment and make accent colours sing.</p>

<p>Shades in this family are well-suited to any blind with a classic, sophisticated appearance, such as <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roman-blinds" target="_blank">Roman blinds</a>. Their unique, fold-up design creates clean lines in your home, looking just as stunning folded up as they do fully down. Like all the products in our range, Romans also come in a variety of shades. We’d recommend a shade of cool grey to complement the warmth in your walls.</p>

<h4><li>Crisp White and Cedar Venetian Blinds</h4></li>
<p>If you’re after a clean and energising shade, look to a cooler white with undertones of blue and grey. As this shade of white lacks the warmth of a white with yellow undertones, it works wonderfully when paired with timber furnishings or fixtures. The texture and warmth of the timber (natural or faux) offsets the crisp colour, avoiding a final appearance that’s too ‘clinical’.</p>

<p>The perfect partner for this shade is our <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/venetian-blinds/cedar" target="_blank">cedar Venetian blinds</a>. Made from authentic red cedar, these lightweight yet durable timber blinds bring effortless warmth to your home. They’re available in your choice of a light to medium, or medium to dark lacquered finish.</p>
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<p>Long gone are the days where a living room existed solely to relax in. After the year that was 2020, our living rooms have now transformed into multifunctional spaces where we can work, work out, study, learn, be entertained and kick back in. But how do you style such a multifunctional space? Well, keep reading to find out.</p>
<h3>Modern living room ideas </h3>
<h4>Upgrade your storage game</h4>
<p>Now that our homes sometimes have to double as our offices, gyms and movie theatres, clever storage solutions are a must. Look to sofa tables, pull-out baskets and fold down desks to allow your living room to be transformed with minimal disruption or mess.</p>
<h4>Comfort is key</h4>
<p>You’d think this would go without saying, but in past years, trends have often favoured fashion over functionality. After spending a lot more time in our own homes in 2020, we’re seeing a departure from minimalism and moving towards more homely styles. Modern living rooms are now featuring more furniture, and chairs that prioritise comfort.</p>
<h4>Cosy chic</h4>
<p>Unless you’re Kim and Kanye, you probably crave cosiness in your home. The key to creating a cosy home lies in the layering of soft furnishings, crafting a cohesive colour palette and soft interior lighting. Take inspiration from your grandparent’s home and pair comforting pieces of furniture, cushions and accessories with your favourite contemporary pieces.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/curtains/material-sheer">Sheer curtains</a>, <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/curtains/material-linen">linen curtains</a> or <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/vertisheers">vertisheer blinds</a> are a great way to seamlessly blend contemporary with cosy. Plus, they offer excellent light control, making it easy for you to soften natural sunlight in your home.</p>
<h4>Bold blues</h4>
<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/spotlight-on-earthy-tones-and-natural-interior-design">Neutral colour palettes</a> have dominated the world of interior styling for a number of years now. While that’s not set to change too soon, there’s definitely a shift towards bringing <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-colours-for-your-home">bold colours</a> back into the mix. Rather than having your entire living room confined to earth tones or crisp whites, experiment with one strong colour. Shades of blue are becoming increasingly popular in living rooms, as they can bring a sense of tranquillity to such an often chaotic and heavily trafficked space. </p>
<p>If you can’t settle on one statement colour, consider introducing a pattern to your living room design. This could be in the form of artwork, a rug or even <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds/patterned">patterned blinds</a>.</p>
<h4>It’s all about entertainment</h4>
<p>If there’s one thing lockdown taught us, it’s that home entertainment is everything! Aside from upgrading your TV, sound system and subscription services, you can also switch up your indoor blinds to improve your home entertainment experience.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds/blockout">Blockout blinds</a> (also known as blackout blinds) are blinds made from a thick insulating fabric. The thicker nature of the fabric ensures that once your blinds are drawn, little to no outside light is able to enter the room, reducing screen glare and improving screen visibility. The end result? A lounge room that’s a little closer to a movie theatre, making daytime Netflix binges all the more appealing!</p>
<h4>Best living room blinds</h4>
<p>In addition to reducing on-screen glare, the <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/blog/6-best-blinds-for-your-living-room">best living room blinds</a> also increase privacy and improve airflow. Some of these styles include <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roman-blinds">Roman blinds</a>, <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/roller-blinds/double-roller-blinds">double roller blinds</a>, <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/vertical-blinds">vertical blinds</a> and <a href="https://www.abcblinds.com.au/venetian-blinds/aluminium">Venetian blinds</a>.</p>

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<p><i>All of our blinds, curtains and awnings are made in Australia and are sold for the lowest prices in the market, guaranteed. Just bring in a quote on any competitor’s comparable item and we’ll beat it by 5%!</i></p>

From cosy chic décor to contemporary colour palettes, get inspired by these modern living room ideas.