Window Furnishings

How to Keep Your House Cool in a Hobart Summer (Without Air Conditioning) Hobart summers are gentle next to the mainland, and that is exactly why so many local homes struggle with the heat. Our houses are built for long, cold winters — sealed up tight, well insulated, often with big expanses of glass facing the afternoon sun. Come January, those same strengths work against you. The good news is that you do not need air conditioning to fix it. You need to deal with the sun before it becomes stored heat inside the house. If you would like the short version of which furnishings suit which room, our guide to the best blinds for sunlight control in Hobart covers the comparisons. Why Tasmanian homes overheat in summer Most of the heat that builds up in a Hobart living room on a hot day does not come through the walls or the roof. It comes through the glass. Sunlight passes through the window, lands on floors, furniture and walls, and those surfaces then release heat into the room. By mid-af...

Triangle and trapezoid outdoor blinds are custom‑built for gable, raked and angled windows, giving smooth bottom‑up lift, stable tension and reliable heat and glare control while keeping your architectural lines visible. Designed for shaped windows where standard blinds won’t fit, they suit both modern coastal homes and Ballarat’s varied architecture. More details: https://www.taylorandstirling.com.au/outdoor-blinds-shutters-awnings/outdoor-shaped-pull-up-blinds-skylight-blinds/ https://www.taylorandstirling.com.au/outdoor-blinds-shutters-awnings/outdoor-shaped-pull-up-blinds-skylight-blinds/

The Art of Draping Natural Linen Curtains Linen has a sculptural softness that synthetics can’t replicate. Rafflex European linen sheers, mid‑weights and prints create interiors filled with movement, texture and natural light. From architectural drapery to bold washed‑linen prints, this guide explores how linen shapes atmosphere in modern Australian homes. Read more on our site and explore the full Raffles collection. https://www.taylorandstirling.com.au/the-art-of-draping-natural-linen-curtains/

Elevate your ceiling line with designer motorized drapery hardware. ✨ Australian window furnishings have stepped into a new era with our direct-import Motorised Track & Atmosphere Light Rod Range: ✔ Built-in LED Atmosphere Lighting (warm ambient glow) ✔ Designer finishes: Matte Black, Apricot & Ivory White ✔ Jialisi Serpentine gliders for perfect S-Fold waves ✔ Native Wi-Fi & Zigbee 3.0 smart home control ✔ Plaster-in flush ceiling options with acoustic Silent Bars Tap the link in our bio or visit taylorandstirling.com.au to explore the collection. 📍 Showrooms across Ballarat, Regional Victoria & Tasmania. #TaylorAndStirling #MotorisedCurtains #CurtainInspiration #InteriorDesignAU #SFold #SmartHomeAustralia #LuxuryInteriors #BallaratLiving #ArchitecturalDetails #WindowFurnishings https://www.taylorandstirling.com.au/home/motorisation-solutions/home-automation/motorised-curtain-tracks/motorised-track-rod-range/

Architectural Recessed Curtain Tracks: K51 Manual & New Motorised Options (Wi-Fi & Zigbee) Book a Consultation Architectural Recessed Curtain Tracks: K51 Manual & New Motorised Options (Wi-Fi & Zigbee) Architectural recessed curtain tracks provide a trimless, flush finish by hiding hardware within a ceiling recess. Taylor & Stirling offers the classic manual K51 track alongside new motorised options featuring smart home integration via Wi-Fi and Zigbee, suitable for Victorian and Tasmanian homes seeking seamless, app-controlled curtain operation without visible brackets, flanges, or bulky pelmets interrupting the window line. Technical Profile Dimensions & Specifications K51 Manual Recessed Profile - Overall Width: 28.80mm - Top Recess Channel Width: 17.60mm - Plaster Flanges: 5.60mm each side - Total Extrusion Depth: 11.20mm - Plaster Rebate Depth: 10.00mm (designed for standard 10mm plasterboard flush-finishing) - Bottom Track Opening / Glider Channel: ...

The advancement of outdoor living spaces has brought about a surge in demand for innovative shading solutions, and the Series 300 Retractable Louvred Roof stands out as a game-changer in Ballarat's architectural shading market. Designed with versatility and style in mind, this retractable roofing system offers an elegant way to blend the comforts of the indoors with the openness of the outdoors. Providing protection from unpredictable weather while enhancing aesthetic appeal, this system boasts adjustable louvres that grant full control over light and airflow. Whether sunlight streaming through on a bright day or sheltering from rain, the Series 300 adapts smoothly to ever-changing conditions, ensuring comfort without compromising design. The installation process has been engineered for durability and ease, making it a smart investment for residential or commercial properties. Crafted with high-quality materials resistant to corrosion and wear, this solution promises longevity an...