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Discover our made-to-measure 16 mm aluminium blinds, available in a range of colours. These refined aluminium slats come with a tilt wand and lift cords, making it easy to control light and privacy exactly the way you want.
We pay close attention to a neat finish. The headrail, cords and other components are carefully matched to the slats, creating a clean and well-finished look. 16 mm blinds are ideal for smaller windows or for rooms where you want to reduce incoming light.
These aluminium blinds are also often used for tilt and turn windows or in situations where the space between the window and the handle is limited. For both 16 mm and 25 mm blinds, we also offer special supports for PVC windows, so there is no need to drill holes in the frame during installation.
Still unsure about the right colour? Simply order free samples through our webshop. You also benefit from a 2-year guarantee on all our window decoration.
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cm
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500 x 1000 mm
€ 51.38 € 79.04 -35% Inc VAT
€ 79.04 (-35%)€ 51.38 ;DISCOUNT!
Approximate production time for Aluminium venetian blinds 16mm: from 12 to 20 working days. + Shipped in 2-4 days, see: Shipping
Available minimum and maximum dimensions for Aluminium venetian blinds 16mm made to measure:
width: minimum 300 mm -- maximum 2000 mm height: minimum 220 mm -- maximum 2200 mm
Maximum surface area per system = 5 m²
Calculate the size of the slat stack via the "Measuring" tab.
Frequently asked questions
If you want to install a horizontal blind on a door or a tilt-and-turn window, side guidance can be a smart choice. It helps the blind move less when opening and closing the window or door. Side guidance is an extra steel wire that runs through the slats and is fixed at the bottom with brackets. You can choose L-brackets for face fixing or a flat bracket for recess fixing.
That depends on the size of your window and the look you want. Narrow slats create a finer, more subtle look and offer more privacy, but let in less light. Wider slats give a cleaner and more luxurious appearance and allow more light in when open. For smaller windows or a more delicate look, 16 mm aluminium blinds are often a strong choice.
16 mm aluminium blinds are ideal if you want very slim, elegant and subtle window decoration. Because the slats are narrow, they create a light and refined appearance that suits smaller windows, tilt-and-turn windows or rooms where you want a discreet finish. They are especially popular in clean, modern interiors.
Yes, 16 mm aluminium blinds are suitable for bathrooms and other humid rooms. Aluminium is moisture resistant, easy to clean and does not warp because of steam. That makes them a practical choice if you want a low-maintenance blind for a bathroom window.
Yes, 16 mm aluminium blinds are often very suitable for tilt-and-turn windows. Their compact size fits neatly on the window and keeps the system light and easy to use. When combined with side guidance, they also stay in place better when the window is opened or tilted.
That mainly depends on the look you want. 16 mm aluminium blinds look even finer and more subtle than 25 mm blinds and often work beautifully on smaller windows or where you want a more delicate finish. 25 mm slats have a little more visual presence. The best choice depends on your window size and interior style.
Yes, 16 mm aluminium blinds can definitely provide enough privacy. Because the slats are narrower, the overall look feels more compact, which works well in rooms where privacy matters. At the same time, you still keep good control over light by simply adjusting the slats.
Always read the installation guide before starting. This helps you prepare properly and follow the right steps for a correct installation.
As an online shop, we do not know your specific installation situation. For this reason, screws and wall plugs are not included as standard. The correct fixing materials depend on the surface, the weight and the intended use of the product.
How to measure correctly for made-to-measure window decoration
Always measure carefully and check your dimensions in several places. The dimensions you provide are the finished dimensions that will be produced. We do not make any further corrections afterwards.
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Inside mounting
Between the window frame or between the walls.
With inside mounting, the system is installed inside the opening. Only the glass surface is covered by the window decoration, so to speak.
Width
Measure the width in 3 places
Measure at the top, in the middle and at the bottom. Use the smallest width as your base measurement.
Subtract 1.5 cm from the smallest width to ensure smooth installation. This does not apply to pleated blinds.
Height
Measure the height in 3 places
Measure on the left, in the middle and on the right. Use the smallest height as your base measurement.
Check the deduction table below to see how much you need to subtract from the smallest height.
Advantage: the system fits neatly inside the window frame and provides better insulation.
Remarks for inside mounting:
Always measure in several places, as walls or window frames are not always perfectly straight.
For inside mounting, always use the smallest measured width and height as your base measurement.
For a tilt-and-turn window, it is important to check whether the window can still open easily.
If the window does not open easily with inside mounting, outside mounting is usually the better option.
When installing a system inside the window frame, such as a tensioned pleated blind, a correction of 1 cm in width is sufficient.
A window frame is often slightly straighter than walls. This gives you 5 mm clearance on each side.
Deduction for inside mounting
Product
Height deduction
Wooden slats
Wooden slats 25 mm
- 1.5 cm
Wooden slats 50 mm
- 2 cm
Wooden slats 65 mm
- 2.5 cm
Bamboo slats
Bamboo slats 35 mm
- 1.5 cm
Bamboo slats 50 mm
- 2 cm
Bamboo slats 65 mm
- 2.5 cm
PVC slats
PVC slats 35 mm
- 1.5 cm
PVC slats 50 mm
- 2 cm
PVC slats 65 mm
- 2.5 cm
Aluminium slats
Aluminium slats 16 mm
- 1 cm
Aluminium slats 25 mm
- 1.5 cm
Aluminium slats 35 mm
- 1.5 cm
Aluminium slats 50 mm
- 2 cm
Other systems
Vertical slats
- 2 cm
Roller blinds
0 cm
Pleated blinds
0 cm
Duo roller blinds
0 cm
Roman blinds
- 1 cm
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Outside mounting
In front of the window frame, on the wall or against the ceiling.
With outside mounting, the system is installed in front of the window opening. It runs in front of the window frame and can cover the entire frame.
Width
Measure at the top and bottom
Measure the width at the top and at the bottom. Use the largest width as your base measurement.
Then add the desired overlap.
Height
Measure on the left and right
Measure the height on the left and on the right. Use the largest height as your base measurement.
Then add the desired overlap.
Advantage: the window will appear larger and less attractive window frames can be neatly hidden.
Remarks for outside mounting:
Take the desired overlap into account. The more overlap you provide, the better the darkening effect when the system is closed.
For the width, also take the width of your window sill or panelling into account if needed.
For outside mounting, provide enough space for the raised package above your window.
If there is not enough space, the raised package may hang in front of the window.
If you have skirting boards at the bottom, subtract them from the width so that the system fits between them.
Pay attention to protruding elements such as door handles, window handles, skirting boards and window sills.
General points of attention
General measuring rules
Finished dimensions
The dimensions you provide are the finished dimensions that will be produced.
We do not make any further corrections after you have submitted your dimensions.
The height you provide includes the top rail or headbox.
Check the space around the window
Pay attention to protruding elements such as door handles, window handles, skirting boards and window sills.
Always check that the control, headbox, brackets and any side guidance have enough space.
Safety and installation environment
Child Safety
All systems must be installed according to Child Safety guidelines.
The control must be at least 1.5 m from the floor.
The control must always remain under tension.
Each delivery includes special Child Safety brackets to keep the control under tension.
Heat and moisture
Avoid placing systems too close to a heat source, such as a radiator.
Avoid placing systems too close to a water source, such as a tap or shower.
High temperatures or high humidity levels can damage the systems.
Horizontal slats
Mounting and depth
For inside mounting of horizontal blinds, a minimum frame or window depth of 8 cm is required for correct installation of the mounting brackets.
When installing horizontal slats with outside mounting, you can also take the width of the window sill into account for the width and height of the system.
The height of horizontal slats is calculated excluding the brackets.
Side guidance
If you install a horizontal system on a door or tilt-and-turn window, side guidance is recommended.
Side guidance helps the system move less when opening and closing a window or door.
The side guidance or steel wire is fixed at the bottom using brackets.
You can choose between an L-bracket for outside mounting or a flat bracket for inside mounting.
Height and deduction
The height deduction prevents the bottom rail from immediately touching the window sill when closing the slats.
The height of horizontal slats is produced in the open position.
Due to the deduction, there will always be some clearance between the sill and the bottom rail in the open position.
Due to the fixed spacing of the ladder cords, we work with a height tolerance of 4 to 6 mm. We always aim to produce the exact height of your system.
Valance
A valance is a decorative finishing strip in wood, bamboo or PVC, depending on the system.
It is attached to the aluminium headbox using magnets.
For inside mounting, a simple straight valance without side returns is usually recommended.
For outside mounting, a valance with side returns is usually recommended.
A straight valance is standard 4 mm longer than the ordered width.
A longer valance can be produced on request.
A valance with side returns is standard 2 cm longer than the ordered width.
Roller blinds
Fabric and finish
The roller blind fabric is always narrower than the total finished width of your roller blind.
The bottom rail is standard covered with the chosen fabric, unless the fabric does not allow this.
For very thick or very fine fabrics, this is often not possible and the bottom rail is only covered at the front.
Mechanism and control
The standard finish of the mechanism, brackets and chain is white.
A black finish or another colour is possible on request via our customer service.
A metal chain is possible at an additional cost. Please contact our customer service before ordering.
Rolling direction
Our roller blinds roll down at the back as standard.
If you want a reverse-roll system that rolls down in front of the tube, mention this in the comments field in step 2 of the ordering process.
Roman blinds
Mounting
When installing Roman blinds with outside mounting, you can also take the width of the window sill into account for the width and height of the system.
Fabric and lining
The Foggia fabric collection is 80% blackout. If you want 100% blackout, we recommend adding a blackout lining.
All our light-filtering fabrics can be lined with a blackout lining that will provide 100% blackout.
For natural fabrics such as cotton and linen, it is recommended to add a lining to reduce discolouration.
You can find the fabric compositions under the ‘colour specifications’ button. Then click ‘more info’ for the desired fabric.
Sun protection flap
The standard finish includes a sun protection flap that partially helps prevent discolouration.
This finish ensures that the fabric hangs with the back facing the sunlight to protect the front side.
Vertical slats
Height and deduction
We recommend deducting 2 cm in height to prevent the slats from touching the floor or window sill.
If the bottom of the slats is at eye level, a deduction of 1.5 cm is sufficient.
Rail and control
The standard finish of the rail, brackets, cord and chain is white.
The slat weights are standard white, grey or black and are coordinated with the chosen fabric.
If you would like a fully black finish, such as the rail and control, please contact our customer service.
A black rail is always equipped with a wand used to tilt and move the slats.
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