What are Roman blinds?
Discover how Roman blinds can add instant luxury to your home and make life easier with electric options.
This spring you can get up to 40% off selected blinds, plus say goodbye to sleepless night with a free blackout lining
Browse saleBook an appointment with your local advisor. It’s really quick and easy to do, plus it won’t cost a penny and there’s never any pressure to buy.
Appointment day. We’ll visit you at home to show you our range and help you decide what’s right for your window, measure up and give you a quote.
We’ll take care of the fitting. Once your product is made, we’ll be back to fit and we’ll tidy up after ourselves.
We’ve plenty of fabulous Roman blind ideas to get your next project started.
They’re a neat and streamlined alternative to curtains
You can add blackout linings for a better night’s sleep and to help lock in heat over winter
Thermal linings are also available for a cosy feel and fuller finish
Matching curtains and cushions help create a coordinated look
Electric options offer complete control at the touch of a button, your phone or your connected Smart home
Don’t risk getting it wrong at your windows. With measuring and fitting always included for a fabulous finish, we’ll help you get the look you want, without the hassle.
Request an appointmentOur electric blinds are super for windows that are hard to reach, or you might want the latest technology in your home. They're wirelessly installed by our advisors in no time at all, and they're smart compatible, which means you can operate through your Alexa or Google assistant.
Explore our electric rangeUnlock the secrets of styling Roman blinds with expert tips and recommendation
Real customers share what they love about our service
Martina Kilkenny
"My Roman blinds are electric which is so convenient. I don’t have to lean over the kitchen counters to adjust the blinds. so they're really handy."
Rhona North Dublin
"I wanted to keep the window in my living room as a feature so my advisor recommended a Roman blind. It gives the room a more classy feel."
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Our electric blinds are powered by Somfy's marketing leading motorised technology. When fitting your blinds your local advisor will install a small, hidden motor unit that is connected to a remote handset, letting you control your blinds with the simple touch of a button.
If you choose to make your electric blinds Smart, you'll still be able to use the remote, but will also have the option to control your blinds with a mobile app or via voice command. The Somfy Smart Hub gives you even great flexibility to control the light, privacy and security by connecting to your Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, or mobile phone so you can control your blinds even when away from home
Somfy's motorised and smart technology is available on Roller, Roman, Day & Night, Faux Wood and Wooden Venetians, and Pleated Roof blinds.
You can effortlessly open and close your Roman blinds with a simple remote control, and make your life at home more convenient. Motorised Romans are ideal for windows that are out of reach or that are difficult to access
Our Roman blinds are available with a blackout lining that will help reduce light levels in your room.
All our Roman blinds come lined as standard. Alternatively, you can choose a Blackout lining, or if you would like a fuller, more luxurious look, choose our interlining option. Interlining adds an additional layer of insulation as the lining is bonded with a polyester cotton face and polyester wadding on the inside, which is designed to enhance the appearance of the blind, and also adds a thick layer of insulation. The wadding increases the insulation properties of the blind by up to 21% when compared to a standard lining.
Roman blinds can be used in bathrooms. However, if your bathroom gets especially steamy, or if your window is close to the sink or bath, we would recommend another product, like Moisture-resistant Roller blinds.
Roman blinds are created from soft, fully-lined fabric that neatly folds up when opened to provide a streamlined alternative to a curtain. They create a luxurious look that’s often a good choice for smaller windows, or where there isn’t much space around the window. Roman blinds are a sleek option for larger windows.
Combining Roman blinds with curtains is a simple way to create a fabulous focal point. Choose different shades of the same colour for a cohesive design, or mix it up with a combination of plains and patterns. Layering in this way helps create darker environments, ideal for bedrooms, especially if blackout linings are chosen for both products. There are also energy efficiency benefits to layering - draughts will be reduced and the room will be cosier when both blinds and curtains are closed. Matching cushions and tie backs can be made to coordinate or contrast with your window dressings.
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