About Inspire roller blinds: description of models and fabrics, installation

Inspire manufactures high-quality roller blinds made from natural eco-friendly materials. It is a subsidiary of the large joint-stock company Leroy Merlin, which operates in many countries, including Russia.

Types of roller blinds

The most popular ones are:

• Mini-curtains are used to close plastic windows. Due to its design, they are in a stable position when airing the room.
  Compact models suitable for both deaf and mobile sashes

• Template portieres are very simple to install and are regulated by a chain mechanism, are used to close narrow and wide windows, and you can connect an electric drive to them.

  The chain mechanism of curtains has a simple design, works without problems and does not jam

• Cassette roller blinds inspire have special boxes in which the canvas is wrapped. Do not let the sun's rays and remain motionless during airing.

  Cloth cassette curtains less dust and get dirty, as hidden inside the case

• Open curtains are regulated by plastic thread through the mechanism of the drum, which is located above the window opening.

  These curtains are very compact in the collapsed position.

Closed blinds are also controlled by a drum, which is located in a plastic box. The lower edge of the curtain is protected by a strip to prevent deformation.

The actuators for controlling the inspire roller blinds are the simplest. The power supply can serve as a power grid, and conventional batteries. Everything is controlled with one hand.

“Day and Night” or “Zebra”: characteristics

This new generation roller blinds provide good protection from sunlight. Unite in themselves a design and design, both usual blinds, and curtains. Consist of a double blade and controlled by a chain mechanism.

Suitable for plastic and wooden windows. The design of the Day and Night roller blinds is similar to blinds with dark and light horizontal stripes that are alternately connected to each other. They have a Teflon coating that protects the surface from the accumulation of dust and other raids.

Dark stripes are made of dense, natural and synthetic polyester material. The light stripes are made of a single-color mesh fabric with a matte color, glitter or patterned coating.

Operated by a curtain with a chain mechanism. To mute the flow of light you need to slightly move the strip. If the dark stripes overlap the light, then the window will be completely closed.

How to clean the roller blinds “Day and Night”

With regular care, the curtain roll day day night inspire maintains quality and presentation for many years. A regular dry cloth is suitable for cleaning dust.

Important! Do not use a vacuum cleaner that can damage the material, draw in the chain mechanism and damage it. Chlorine detergents can adversely affect the color and structure of the material. Wet sponge is only suitable for cleaning oily stains.

Blackout Blinds: Fabric Types

This canvas is made of 3 layers:

• the first is to reflect sunlight;
• the second gives the fabric the desired shape;
• the third serves as a lining on which the drawing or color is applied.

The design of the light Blackout, which consists of 3 layers (main, front and reflective) is made in bright colors.

The design of dark blackout is presented in dark colors (brown, gray, blue or burgundy). This is a dense woven fabric, which is a reliable protection from sunlight.

After several washes and scratches, the coating is wiped off and loses its aesthetic appearance. Dark fabric has soft and flexible properties and is more resistant to external influences.

Positive qualities and use of Blackout

Pluses of rolled Blackout curtains:

• The first quality is opacity (protection from sunlight by 90%);
• the density of the material provides good noise insulation, even with the window open;
• flexible and dense fabric adapts well and retains its shape and durability;
• the thickness of the material protects the room from the penetration of cold air;
• no toxic or allergenic effects on the body, resistant to fire (can only melt at high temperatures);
• minimal accumulation of dust, which eliminates regular cleaning or washing;
• wide selection of different colors and patterns.

Blackout is used to close windows in ordinary homes (kitchens, bedrooms and living rooms), offices, entertainment venues, hotels and hotels, rooms with a projector.

Materials for the manufacture of roller blinds, the appearance and degree of protection

• Flax and cotton. Curtains from this material are purchased by people who live in country houses to close the windows in bedrooms or kitchens. It is not recommended to apply in rooms with high humidity (they shrink when moisture enters).
• Polyester. It is a durable synthetic material, products from which reflect light well and are easily cleaned from dust and dirt.

  Synthetic fabrics are perfect for the kitchen

• Polyester and cotton. The combination of these 2 materials gives the fabric durability and increases wear resistance. Not suitable for baths and saunas, it can be used in residential areas.
• Polyester and viscose. This combination is suitable for decoration of rooms in the Japanese style. Its texture is reminiscent of rice parchment.
• Polyester and satin. The combination gives the curtains a silky sheen. The material does not lose its color in wet areas.
• Fiberglass and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Suitable for rooms with high humidity, the fabric of these materials is very durable and reliable. They are fire resistant and reflect light well.

  The curtain of moisture-proof material can be used as a screen to protect against splashes.

Appearance

Blackout plain curtains are even and light in color. These canvases fit any style of interior and window size.

Design option has beautiful patterns or drawings.Here you need to have the experience and taste for the correct choice of curtains for a certain room design.

Sun protection

• Transparent. Well protected from "lovers to take a look" in the windows and from the sun's rays. This will not violate the view from the window. Suitable for windows that are located on the east side.

  Transparent roller blinds are used instead of regular tulle.

• Translucent. This is a lightweight canvas that has sun protection properties, the same as curtains made of thick material. Used to close windows to the south and west. Protects plants in the gardens.

  Translucent curtains in the interior of the white living room

Installing Inspire roller blinds: installation options

Installation without drilling holes of the closed type is a plastic box that protects the web from dust and can prolong its service life. In this embodiment, the guide rails are attached 2-sided tape. This saves the mechanism from overloading.

With the open version, a mechanism with a fishing line is installed. On the window frame are mounted brackets for mounting mechanism.

Side brackets are installed on the “deaf” window frame using 2-sided tape.

Important! This mounting method is not suitable for windows that are located on the south side. Due to the constant solar radiation, the tape begins to peel off, and the design will begin to slide off.

Mounting on screws allows you to install the mechanism on the window frame and wall. You will need the following tools:

• level;
• a marker for marking holes;
• self-tapping screws;
• drill;
• screwdriver.

Installation procedure:

1. It is necessary to assemble the mechanism, according to the instructions, and position it to the fasteners.

   Inspire curtain assembly scheme

2. The finished structure should be attached to the window frame, and mark the points of drilling holes.
3. With the help of the level you need to align the points where the brackets will be mounted.
4. After the holes are drilled, you need to fix the brackets on the screws and put the cap.

   Please note that Inspire curtains are fixed directly on the window frame, and not on the bead

5. The curtain is fixed by magnets, or a special velcro for fabric.

   Magnets are fixed on double-sided adhesive tape

Expert advice

• You need to buy a ready-made mechanism for installing roller blinds, which is easily assembled with the presence of instructions.

  The mechanism for roller blinds, designed to be installed on the blind frames with screws

• Before buying, you need to clarify for which window frame you need a control mechanism (“deaf” or open), check the kit, which includes: fasteners, blinds and instructions.

  To ensure smooth running of the curtain and excluding the sag of the fabric, the side guides are designed that can be purchased separately and installed using double-sided tape

• Before applying watering tape surface must be treated and degreased.
• The installed handle for opening the sash should not interfere with all accessories. Windows can be opened only after raising the blinds.
• You should not repair the mechanism yourself. Need to seek help from specialists.

  If you have non-standard windows, the curtain can be cut to the desired width.

Video on how to install a roller blind