How Much Do Blinds Cost in Sydney? What Affects the Price
"How much will blinds cost?" is usually the first question people ask, and the honest answer is: it depends on your windows. Two homes with the same number of windows can end up with very different quotes, because the price of made-to-measure blinds and curtains is set by a handful of choices, mainly size, product type, fabric, fit and installation.
This guide walks through each of those factors, so you know what pushes a price up or down and where you can save without ending up with blinds you don't like. To see an actual price for your own window, enter your width and drop on any of our product pages: the price updates instantly, so you can compare options before you order.
1. Window size: the biggest factor
Made-to-measure blinds are priced on the width and drop of each window. A larger window needs more fabric and longer components, so the price rises with size. A few things to keep in mind:
- Measure before you budget. Guessing sizes is the fastest way to get a budget wrong. Our blind measuring guide and curtain measuring guide show you exactly what to measure.
- Very wide windows and sliding doors can sometimes be covered more practically with two blinds side by side, or with a product designed for wide openings, such as vertical blinds or curtains.
- Count every window. A whole-house order is the sum of many windows, so list each one with its size before comparing products.
2. Product type
Each type of blind is built differently, and that shows in the price. As a general guide, from simplest to most involved:
| Product | What affects the price | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Roller blinds | Simple construction: one fabric roll and a chain mechanism. Usually the most budget-friendly option. | Bedrooms, living areas, offices, rentals |
| Vertical blinds | Slat width (89mm or 127mm) and fabric. Cover wide openings efficiently. | Sliding doors, wide windows |
| Double roller blinds | Two fabric layers and two mechanisms in one bracket set. | Rooms that need both daylight and darkness |
| Venetian blinds | Slat material: PVC or real timber, and the number of slats for the drop. | Kitchens and bathrooms (PVC), living areas (timber) |
| Roman blinds | More fabric and sewing, because the blind folds into soft pleats. | Bedrooms and living rooms wanting a softer look |
| Curtains | Fabric, fullness, track and whether you choose one or two layers. | Floor-to-ceiling windows, softer interiors |
| Plantation shutters | Solid panels made for each window; priced by quote. | Long-term upgrades, street-facing windows |
Not sure which suits your room? Our comparison of roller vs venetian blinds looks at style, privacy and cost side by side.
3. Fabric and material
Within the same product, the fabric or slat you choose changes the price:
- Blockout vs light-filtering. Blockout fabrics have a coating or lining that stops light, which can cost more than a simple light-filtering fabric.
- Fabric range. Textured and designer ranges usually sit above plain fabrics. On our roller blinds page you can switch between fabric ranges and watch the price change.
- PVC vs timber. For venetians, PVC is moisture-resistant and practical for wet areas, while timber gives a natural wood look. Choose by room first, then by budget.
Order fabric samples before you commit. Colours look different on a screen, and a sample costs far less than replacing a blind you don't love.
4. Fit, controls and extras
Smaller choices add up across a whole house:
- Recess fit or face fit. The fit changes the size you order and, for darkness, how much light shows at the edges. Our guide to blacking out a room explains when face fit is worth it.
- Two layers. Double curtains or double roller blinds cost more than a single layer, but they replace two separate products.
- Motorisation. Adding a motor is the biggest single upgrade. It makes most sense for high, hard-to-reach or very large windows. Read are motorised blinds worth it? before deciding, and see our motorised blinds and curtains options.
5. DIY or professional measure and install
This choice affects both the price and the risk:
- DIY: you measure and install yourself, using our guides and videos. You save on installation and can order online at any time. The trade-off is that a measuring mistake is your responsibility, so measure twice.
- Professional: we offer a free measure and quote across Greater Sydney. Our team measures every window, brings fabric samples and confirms the right size before you order, and installation is quoted for your home.
Many customers mix the two: they DIY simple bedroom roller blinds and book professional installation for large sliding doors, shutters or motorised blinds. Our guide to DIY vs professional installation covers the pros and cons in more detail.
How to get an accurate price
- List your windows by room, and note what each needs: darkness, privacy, moisture resistance or simply looks.
- Measure each window using our measuring guides, in millimetres.
- Price each one online. Enter the width and drop on the product page and try different fabrics. The price updates instantly.
- Compare two or three options for the rooms that matter most, for example a blockout roller blind vs a blockout curtain in the main bedroom.
- Book a free measure and quote if you have many windows, unusual shapes or want installation, and we will price the whole home for you.
Ways to save without regrets
- Spend where it matters. Put blockout or double layers in bedrooms and media rooms, and use simpler light-filtering fabrics in hallways, studies and spare rooms.
- Buy factory direct. We have made blinds and curtains in our Homebush West workshop since 2000, so you buy straight from the maker.
- DIY the easy windows. Standard-size roller blinds in recess fit are a good first DIY project.
- Check for current offers. Our sale page lists the products and discount code currently on offer.
- Investment property? Blinds and curtains in a rental may be claimable. See our guide to tax deductions for curtains and blinds and check with your accountant.
Frequently asked questions
Why don't you list a single price for blinds?
Because every blind is made to the size of your window, and the fabric and fit you choose also change the price. Instead of an average that may not match your window, our product pages calculate the price for your exact width and drop.
Are made-to-measure blinds more expensive than ready-made?
Not always. Ready-made products only come in set sizes, so they can leave gaps or need cutting. Made-to-measure blinds fit the window properly. For curtains, we offer both ready-made curtains and custom curtains, so you can compare.
Is the measure and quote really free?
Yes. Our measure and quote service is free and has no obligation, and is available across Greater Sydney. Book a free measure and quote.
What's the most budget-friendly way to make a bedroom dark?
A blockout roller blind is usually the most budget-friendly option. For the darkest result, choose face fit so the blind overlaps the window frame, or add a blockout curtain later.
Get a price for your windows
Start with our roller blinds, vertical blinds, venetian blinds or curtains, enter your sizes and see the price instantly. Prefer an expert to do it for you? Book a free measure and quote anywhere in Greater Sydney.
