No Drill Blinds: A Homeowner's Guide
No Drill Blinds: A Homeowner's Guide
When it comes to window blind innovations, homeowners have a variety of options to choose from over the last few years. However, our favourite choice is Louvolite's Grip FitÂŽ no drill blindwhich offers those DIY averse amongst us modern roller blinds without the need to use a drill. In this guide, we will discuss everything you need to know about no drill blinds, including where to find them and how to install them.
What are No Drill Blinds?
No drill window blinds can be installed without the use of any tools or hardware. Comfortably the biggest barrier to fitting blinds yourself is the thought of using a drill. For anyone handy it seems to take a few minutes but when you do it yourself there's a myriad of decision to make. What drill bit do I use? How big should the drill bit be? etc. Fitting these blinds require no more than under a minute of your time and a photo to your family WhatsApp group of how you fitted your new blind yourself.
Where Can I Fit No Drill Blinds
With the ease of fitting, there really is no limit to the rooms they can be fitted in, although the benefits of not having to drill are seen most in bathrooms and kitchen where you often find tiles applied all around the recess. Drilling into bare plaster is one thing, drilling into a tile frightens even the proficient DIY-er.
No drill bathroom blinds have the added benefit of waterproof and mould resistant soft PVC fabrics in a variety of plain colours and modern patterns. Similarly no drill kitchen blinds fabrics come in an extensive choice of colours and prints.
How Are No Drill Blinds Operated
Operated using a white plastic operating chain or an optional nickel chain for an added aesthetic upgrade opening and closing them couldn't be easier. Alternatively, it wouldn't be 2024 without an electric option. Motorised no drill blindsare fitted with SomfyÂŽ motors and operated either with a remote control or voice controlled smart home options like Alexa or Google Home.
Buying Process
Measuring for no drill blinds is a simple and straightforward process. Here are the steps to follow:
Step 1: Measure Your Window
Using a steel tape measure for added accuracy measure the width of the recess at the top and then the drop and note down the sizes.
Step 2: Choose Your Fabrics
Visit our extensive range of fabrics for no drill blinds here where you can order free samples to suit your needs.
Step 3: Order Your No Drill Blind
Once you've chosen your fabric, come back to your site and order your blind through our a secure checkout.
Step 4: Fit In Less Than A Minute
Watch our no drill blinds fitting video here. It's so easy there's no words.
Benefits of No Drill Blinds
No drill blinds offer several benefits that make them a popular choice among homeowners. These include:
- Easy installation process
- Perfect fit for a seamless look
- Cordless design for a clean and modern look
- No damage to tiles, walls or window frames
- Can be easily removed and reinstalled in a new location
