Your new home has bare windows. Here's everything you need to know.
Guides, tips, and trusted local fitters — all in one place.
Moving into a new build is exciting — until you realise every single window is completely bare. No blinds, no curtains, no privacy on day one. It's one of the things nobody warns you about.
Don't worry. Whether you're a first-time buyer feeling overwhelmed or just want to make smart choices quickly, we've pulled together everything you need. From measuring your windows to choosing between roller and roman blinds, from smart motorised options to finding a trusted local fitter — it's all here.
Perfect Fit Blinds for New Builds
No drilling, no damage to your warranty. The most popular choice for new build windows.
Read guide →How to Measure for Blinds & Curtains
Get your measurements right first time — new builds have non-standard window sizes.
Read guide →Smart Blinds for Your New Build
Motorised blinds that work with Alexa and Google Home. Perfect for hard-to-reach windows.
Read guide →Roller vs Roman Blinds
Which style works best in which room? A simple comparison to help you decide.
Read guide →Should Curtains Touch the Floor?
The definitive answer for 2026 — plus how to get the length right in a new build.
Read guide →Made to Measure vs Ready Made
When to splash out and when off-the-shelf is perfectly fine.
Read guide →Recommended Products
FURNISHED Roller Blind Grey 60x165cm
★★★★☆4.3
£16.99
FURNISHED Roller Blind Dark Grey 60x165cm
★★★★☆4.3
£16.99
PONY DANCE Grey Blackout Eyelet Curtains
★★★★★4.5
£9.84
Hachette Crushed Velvet Curtains Charcoal Grey
★★★★★4.5
£15.29
Amazon Basics Curtain Pole Black 91-183cm
★★★★★4.6
£14.69
Amazon Basics Blackout Roller Blind Dark Grey
★★★★☆4.1
£18.69
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