Blinds
Taped Blinds
Every taped blinds range below is made to the measurements we take at your window, then fitted by our own installer — no DIY, no cutting down on site. Order free samples to see the fabrics in your own light, or have an advisor bring the full range to you and price the job on the spot.
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Taped Blinds
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Explained
Taped Blinds, explained
Taped blinds are wooden venetian blinds finished with fabric tapes running down the face of the slats, covering the ladder cords. The tape changes the look more than the basic operation: you still tilt the slats for light and privacy, and raise the blind when you want the window clear. On this page, that feature appears within the Aquawood wooden range, where matching tapes give the blind a tidier, more tailored feel than exposed cords. It is a small detail, but one that makes the blind look more furnished.
Taped blinds suit interiors that feel a little more traditional or tailored, though plain whites and greys can still work in simpler modern rooms.
Best for
- rooms where you want a wooden blind to look softer and more dressed
- living and dining spaces where the blind is part of the room scheme
- windows where exposed ladder cords feel a bit too plain
- people choosing between a simple slatted blind and a more tailored finish
Worth knowing
- the tape is a visual choice rather than a different blind type
- wider tapes cover more of the slat, which slightly changes how much light shows through when tilted
- in this filter sample the taped option sits within a wooden blind range, not as a separate product family
How to choose
- 1
Decide if you want a neater face
The main reason to choose tapes is appearance. They hide the ladder cords and break up the slats with a strip of fabric, which gives the blind a more finished, furnished look from across the room.
- 2
Match the tape to the room
Some taped blinds use tapes close to the slat colour for a quiet finish, while others make more of a feature of it. If the blind will sit near curtains, upholstery or painted joinery, ask your advisor to hold samples together at the window.
- 3
Think about the room conditions
This filter sample is from the Aquawood range, which also includes waterproof blinds. That can be useful where you like the look of wood but need something more practical. Your advisor will confirm what suits the room on the day.
Taped Blinds: questions people ask
What is the difference between taped blinds and standard wooden blinds?
The blind works in much the same way, but taped blinds have fabric tapes covering the ladder cords on the front. That gives a cleaner, more dressed appearance. If you like the look of wooden slats but want something less plain, tapes are the detail to look at.
Do taped blinds let in less light than corded wooden blinds?
A taped blind still tilts open and closed like other wooden venetians, but the fabric tapes cover a little more of the slat face than visible cords do. In practice the difference is mostly visual, though the pattern of light through the blind will look slightly different.
Are taped blinds suitable for bathrooms or kitchens?
On this page the taped option appears in the Aquawood range, which is shown as waterproof as well as taped. For rooms with moisture or splashes, practical materials matter more than the tape itself. Your advisor can confirm the best option for each window on the day.
Do taped blinds look better with curtains or on their own?
They often sit well on their own because the tapes make the blind look more finished. They can also work with curtains if you want a softer room scheme. If you are combining both, a blind in the reveal with curtains outside it is a common arrangement.
Can I choose taped blinds for any window size?
Made to measure blinds are cut to each opening rather than picked from set sizes, so taped blinds can be considered for many window shapes and widths. Every opening is measured on its own, and your advisor will confirm what works best for the window you have.
How it's made
How a wooden blind works
Tap a number to see what each part does, and what you'll be choosing at your appointment.
1. Valance
A matching wooden strip across the top covers the headrail, for a finished, furniture-like look.
Your advisor brings samples of every option to your window, so you can see and feel them before you choose.
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- Outstanding service and quality consistently praised by customers.
- Quick installation and friendly, respectful staff enhance the customer experience.
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What reviewers mention most
- Outstanding service and quality consistently praised by customers.
- Quick installation and friendly, respectful staff enhance the customer experience.
- Wide range of materials available at competitive prices.
An automated summary of our Google reviews.
Why our taped blinds service is right for you
01
Cut to your window, not trimmed to fit
We measure each recess on site and allow for handles, tiles, sills and tilt-and-turn frames before anything is made.
02
Samples seen in your own light
A fabric that looks warm under showroom lighting can read grey at home. Your advisor brings the range to your rooms so you judge it against your walls.
03
Fitted by the people who sold it
Our own fitter installs, squares up and takes the packaging away. Nothing is subcontracted out and there is no surprise charge at the end.
04
One year of cover
Fabric, mechanism and fitting are covered by our 1-year guarantee. If a chain or a bracket fails, we come back out and put it right.
Finance options available. We offer flexible ways to pay so a whole-house refresh doesn't have to land in one go. Your advisor will talk you through what's available at your appointment.
Ask an advisorHow our service works
Three steps, and we handle all of them
01Book an appointment
Pick a day that suits you. It takes a minute, costs nothing, and there's never any pressure to buy.
02We come to you
Your advisor brings the full range, helps you choose for each window, measures precisely and quotes on the spot.
03We fit it for you
Once your order is made, our own fitter installs it, squares it up and takes the packaging away.
Book a free home appointment
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Taped Blinds: your questions answered
How this type behaves in a real room, plus how measuring, fitting and the guarantee work.
Is fitting included in the price?
Yes. The quote you are given covers the product, the fitting and the guarantee. Your fitter hangs everything, checks the operation with you and takes the packaging away.
Who measures the windows?
Your advisor does, on the appointment. That matters for more than convenience: because we take the measurements, the fit is our responsibility rather than yours. Every opening is measured on its own — we never size one window off the one next to it.
What guarantee do I get?
A 1-year guarantee on every blind, shutter and motor we supply and fit. If something goes wrong inside that period, ring the office and we come back out.
Which type of blind suits which room?
Rollers are the simplest and best value and take blackout or dimout fabrics for bedrooms. Romans give a soft, curtain-like fold in living rooms. Venetians and wooden slats let you tilt light rather than just block it, which suits kitchens and studies. Verticals handle wide spans and patio doors. Day & night blinds have alternating stripes so you can trade privacy against light through the day.
More answers in our full FAQ, or book a free measure and ask an advisor.
Where we fit blinds
Measuring and fitting are included everywhere we visit. Each county page lists its towns and the days our advisors are in the area.
Where to next
- All blindsEvery type and range in one place.
- CurtainsWarmth and dressing, on their own or over a blind.
- ShuttersFitted panels for period and street-facing windows.
- Measuring guideRecess or face fit, explained with photos.
- Free samplesSee the fabrics in your own light first.
- Areas we coverVisiting days by county and town.
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