What type of Custom Blinds are most popular in 2026 for East Rand home owners

Opening note on what type of blinds are most popular right now in 2026?

If you’re choosing custom blinds and feel a bit overwhelmed, that’s normal. 

For over 30 years, I’ve helped many homeowners around the East Rand balance amazing looking custom made blinds with daily life, and the quickest way to a good result is to start with function. 

Ask yourself: do I want darkness, daylight with a view, or quick, precise control? Your answer narrows the field fast.

1. 50 mm eco‑wood venetians 

Lets start with 50mm Eco Wooden blinds and you may be thinking.. Why do people keep choosing them? 

You see these are a go‑to for living rooms, dining areas and home offices. 

The wider 50 mm slat reads like an architectural detail and keeps lines calm across tall windows. 

Eco‑wood delivers your living room or space the warmth of timber but resists warping and humidity. 

You will notice the practical benefits from the movement they are installed: precise light control, straightforward privacy, low maintenance and easier dusting than narrow slats. 

Choose oak or walnut tones for a classic look; creams and ivories if you want the room to feel airier.

If you work from home and glare is an issue, eco‑wood reduces reflections without looking heavy.

2. Roller blinds and motorized Premweave — simple, quiet, useful 

Next on our list are Rollers blinds and they win here because they vanish neatly when open. 

They’re minimal and flexible. Two fabrics matter most in 2026.

• Premweave 5% see‑through: keeps daylight and the view while cutting glare. Great for kitchens and casual living rooms.
• Blockout roller: essential for bedrooms and media rooms where darkness matters and if you love your weekend naps or sleep ins.

Motorization is no longer an indulgence.

Quiet Zen‑style motors allow timers, grouped control and no dangling chains — safer for children and pets.

Motorised rollers also make wide or high windows practical. 

Popular Roller Blinds Samples

From our vast range, the blockout Chicago range (Snow, Cream, Pewter, Tan, Walnut) shows why neutrals sell; Macau’s Champagne and Silver Pearl and Zurich’s Ivory and Champagne demonstrate the soft, dependable tones buyers favour.

3. Zebra blinds — layered light control without fuss 

Zebra (day‑night) blinds alternate sheer and opaque bands so you can fine‑tune daylight and privacy in steps.

They feel modern but simple to use at the same time. 

Zebras are a good compromise when you want the softness of a sheer with the option of privacy. 

Popular samples include Milan (Snow, Mink, Ash) for pared‑back rooms and Amsterdam or Boston varieties (White, Ivory, Gold, Duck Egg, Grey) for gentler palettes. 

Textured options such as Grizle and Athena give a richer effect for a statement window. 

Zebras work well with motors and keep a tidy silhouette whether lowered or raised.

Room‑by‑room, quick guidance on selecting popular blinds for each of your rooms

What custom blinds are popular for Living room and dining rooms? 

50 mm eco‑wood for texture and presence are a popular choice for living rooms; zebra if you want softly filtered light that’s easy to adjust.

What custom blinds are popular for Bedrooms and media rooms?

Blockout rollers, preferably motorized, for reliable darkness and quiet.

What blinds are popular for Kitchens and bathrooms?

Premweave 5% rollers / or Zebras or humidity‑rated eco‑wood for light and cleanability.

What made to measure blind are popular for my Home office?

Eco‑wood for glare control; motorised rollers for fast changes during video calls.

Colour and fabric notes Neutrals dominate – Styles and textures

Your Creams, warm ivories, soft greys and beiges are your go to in 2025 and moving into 2026, these are fabrics that will stand the test of time. 

These backdrops let furniture and textiles stand out. 

Accent colours such as deep charcoal or muted metallics appear where a focal window is wanted. 

For rollers, look for polyester blends that are easy to wipe down. 

For eco‑wood, choose performance finishes that resist moisture and fading. 

Always order swatches and view them in your room at different times of day — light changes fabric tone more than you expect.

Budget and value Eco‑wood tends to sit midrange and offers long life and low upkeep. 

Rollers are cost‑effective at entry level and scale up with motorization. 

Zebras range in price depending on finish and control options.

Motorized systems add upfront cost but reduce wear from manual handling and improve daily convenience.

Practical Final checklist before you buy your custom blinds in the East of Johannesburg 

1. Define the function: blockout, filtered light, or variable privacy.
2. Measure carefully and note recess depth and obstructions (we do all this for you)
3. Order samples and view them at morning and afternoon light.
4. Consider motorization for large or hard‑to‑reach windows.
5. Match finishes with furniture undertones, not just wall paint.

The best results from experience that I have seen come from matching the blind type to how the room is used. 

Start with samples, prioritize function, then refine the look. 

Do that and your blinds will work better and feel right for years to come. 

If you are looking for Modern living room blinds, view this post.