FAQs

Roller blinds, holland blinds, roman blinds, silhouette shadings, pleated blinds, blinds for angles windows, duette blinds, skylight blinds, timber venetians, timber shutters, motorised blinds, panel glide blinds, folding arm awnings, straight drop awnings, dutch hoods, café blinds, clear plastic awnings…… visit our furnishings page to browse through some images.

Designed Blinds, Verosol, Luxaflex, Roman Empire, Vertilux. We find having such an extensive range enables us to find the best possible product in each situation taking into consideration varying budgets and qualities.

Yes! Why not take rough measurements yourself and if you are happy with the quote we can meet you there to discuss fixing. In particular we travel to the Mornington Penninsula and the West Coast, including Anglesea & Lorne, frequently.

We offer motorisiation for most of our window furnishing products making it easier for you to open and close your blinds via a remote control – no cords or chains needed! If you are building or renovating, we recommend that you organise your motorised blinds as early as possible so we can supply cables while you are building to make installation easier.

Often a pleated blind may be the perfect solution, or a customised shutter. Feel free to drop in and chat to one of our trained consultants to see what will work best for you. Read our latest blog post on odd shaped windows.

Warwick, Hoad, Wilman, Marco, Romo, Kirkby House, Wilson, Zepel, Sanderson, Mokum, JW Design, Crowson, Clarke and Clarke, Grant Dorman, Andaru, Elliot Clarke, Rowe, Charles Parsons, Pasaya, Nouevau, HDF, Prestigious Textiles, Villa Nova, Fabric Pavilion, KB Design…… the list is endless. Come into our showroom in Brighton, Bayside and see for yourself.

Speak to one of our expert team members at Nicholls Interiors to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each product, including costs. Particular products may be better suited to windows for a variety of reasons. Consider your budget and discuss your functional requirements so you understand the best solution for your needs. Contact us on 03 9596 2335 or visit our show at 159 Martin Street, Brighton.

Window treatments absolutely add value to a home!

High-quality window treatments can add value to a home by increasing its aesthetic appeal, improve energy efficiency and enhance the liveability by extending living zones. 

Nicholls Interiors has proudly served Melbourne customers increasing their home value through value Outdoor Awnings, Curtains and Blinds for over 105 years.

Yes! We have over 20,000 fabrics in our showroom to choose from. We re-upholster all types of furniture, have a browse through our image library for inspiration.

Yes, we have both! Bedheads are custom made to your own size requirements, with your choice of fabric and the addition of buttoning, piping, studs or contrast padded rolls. Have a look at our bedhead styles and simply contact us for a quote.

Bring in your plans as early as possible so we can work with you to ensure that you have allowed for adequate fixing and space in pelmets for blinds and curtains. Also because motorisation is so important we can supply electrical cables early to your builder before plastering commences.

Achieving a completely blockout room can be difficult, the only way to do this is with curtains and a pelmet. Roman blinds are also commonly used where curtains are not appropriate. Read our recent blog post on getting your bedroom as dark as possible.

Lead times vary depending on the product you order. Many blinds are ready within a few weeks and we’ll be able to provide you with an exact time and will contact you once they are ready for installation. Allow extra time at Christmas.

Different blinds and shades are different and not all cleaning tips apply to all our products. If you’re unsure, please contact Us. All of our blinds come with clear and concise cleaning and care instructions.

In general, regular dusting is recommended for keeping blinds clean. You can also use a wet wipe on small marks. Do not use chemicals. Refer to the Nicholls Interiors cleaning instructions specific to the brand and fabric.

Motorised blinds eliminate the need for unsightly cords or chains and can be operated simultaneously. Blinds can be motorised with hardwired power (requires an electrician) or lithium battery (no electrician required).

Get in contact with Nicholls Interiors to learn more about motorising your home window furnishings.

Sheer blinds and louvered blinds are best for privacy and light control. Sheer blinds provide daytime privacy and allow natural light to filter in. Louvered blinds such as the Luxaflex Silhouette, Plantation Shutters or Timber Venetians allow privacy by angling blades while still permitting vision and light. See the full range of blinds in our showroom at 159 Martin Street, Brighton.

The best products for wet areas like bathrooms are faux timber venetians or shutters as they are not affected by moisture. However, in a well-ventilated bathroom or kitchen, we often use blinds and curtains. It’s best to assess each space individually and determine what will work functionally as well as aesthetically to meet your desired needs.

At Nicholls Interiors, curtains can be made in the following configurations 

• Centre open: Best for curtains that will be left open most of the time, as they provide symmetry
• One way draw to the left OR right:  Best for curtains that are going to be left predominantly in the closed position as there are no centre hems

Freeflow: Useful when there are different scenarios for stacking (ie a wardrobe door/ kitchen cabinets that need to open fully but that is the preferred stacking side).

Curtains can stack approximately 1/3 of their track size. We always recommend utilising wall space for stacking to maximise light when the curtains are opened. If no wall space is available the stacking will be over the window space. Come into the Nicholls Interiors showroom to see in person: 159 Martin Street, Brighton.

At Nicholls, we encourage you to think about the purpose of your curtain. A sheer curtain adds softness, provides daytime privacy and diffuses light. A blockout curtain offers excellent insulation and blockout as well as added softness to a room. Often blockout curtains are used in bedrooms as they offer an excellent blockout solution for shift workers and those who like to sleep in dark bedrooms.

Blockout curtains are one of the best energy efficient window treatments available. They are installed higher and wider than your window and seal the space to trap the transfer of air both ways. See Nicholl Interiors’ full range of Blockout Curtains. 

Our curtain tracks can be manually operated or motorised. Motorised curtains can be integrated into home automation systems and/or can be operated by remote control. 

To motorise a curtain on a good quality motor such as SOMFY, you add approximately $2k to the cost of an average sized curtain. This cost will vary depending on the length of the track. Nicholls Interiors partners with SOMFY – one of the largest manufacturers of controllers and drives for blinds and awnings to help bring smart home solutions to your home.

Timber shutters offer a more natural and classic aesthetic and are lightweight, while PVC shutters are more durable, water-resistant and lower-maintenance, making them ideal for high-moisture areas.

At Nicholls Interiors, we recommend you wipe down the shutters regularly with a microfibre cloth, soft brush or vacuum cleaner attachment. A damp cloth can be used to wipe each blade for a deeper clean – then use a dry cloth to wipe each blade.

Shutters improve energy efficiency as they are a great insulator when left in the closed position. Particularly the Luxaflex Polysatin shutter which provides insulation by trapping air in their hollow polyresin material. They are durable, water-resistant and low-maintenance. Available at Nicholls Interiors.

Folding Arm Awnings are best used for extending a living space and providing a desirable outdoor living zone. The Luxaflex Evo straight drop awning is ideal for cooling indoor spaces and the Luxaflex Magnatrack is perfect for enclosing an outdoor room, while being wind rated to 175km/h.

Awnings can be motorised with remote controls and can also be linked to home automation systems. Motorising Canvas awnings are a great way to automate the most traditional of outdoor blinds. Visit our Brighton showroom to see the many different materials, colours and styles available. 159 Martin Street, Brighton.

Selecting a darker and/or textured fabric for outdoor awnings is more forgiving in the long term. Awnings can be cleaned with a soft brush and water solution. It is important to always allow the awning to dry completely before retracting it to prevent mould and mildew.