Soft Blinds

These are fabrics blinds in various decorative styles that are drawn up to a headrail by cords or tape that are traced through eyelets on the window side of the fabric. The fabric does not have to be as stable as roller blinds and most curtain materials are suitable so the ranges are extensive.

Types and operation

Roman blind - this is a classically simple blind that draws up into even panels as it is raised.

Festoon blind - this has the material gathered in the width and the drop. This creates a series of permanent swags, whether it is raised or lowered.

Austrian blind - this has fullness in the width, with swags at the bottom of the material.

Cord operation - the blind cords are drawn up through cord guides in the headrail and tied off to a cleat.

Sidewinder - the blind tape are drawn up around the tape rolls on a roller that is operated by a beaded chain.