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Q We need to get new blinds and curtains but don’t have much of a budget. What’s a cheap option that’ll still look nice? Elizabeth Jones, Cardiff

A Neil Makinson, Head of E-Commerce at Swift Direct Blinds, says… Many online retailers now offer a made-to-measure service with a variety of styles at affordable prices, allowing homeowners to style their windows to their personal taste.

For blinds, we would recommend looking at faux wood if you’re on a budget. They offer all of the characteristics of real wood blinds but without the hefty price tag. Available in a range of styles, including shutters and venetians, it’s easy to achieve the premium look that real wood blinds offer.

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