# Tiptop Blinds

> Melbourne's factory-direct specialist in custom blinds, curtains, shutters and awnings — 65+ years in business, 4.3 Google rating, 15,000+ happy customers, based in Clayton VIC.

Tiptop Blinds designs, manufactures and installs premium window furnishings across Melbourne and Victoria. As a factory-direct manufacturer (not a reseller), we cut the middleman to deliver higher-end finishes at fair prices. We specialise in architectural installations including motorised blinds, sheer curtains, plantation shutters, zipscreens, folding arm awnings and external venetians. Our Clayton showroom serves homeowners across south-east, eastern and bayside Melbourne with free in-home measure & quote, factory-direct pricing and lifetime support.

Phone: (03) 9544 4999
Address: 2/8 Garden Road, Clayton VIC 3168, Australia
Hours: Monday–Sunday (see /showroom for current hours)

## Pages

- [Home](/): Overview of products, showroom, factory-direct model and 65-year story.
- [Custom Blinds Melbourne (Cost & Buying Guide)](/custom-blinds-melbourne): Definitive guide to custom blinds in Melbourne — costs by window type, custom vs big-box comparison, lead times and the factory-direct buying process.
- [About](/about): Family-run since 1959, factory-direct manufacturing, the team and showroom.
- [Products](/products): Full catalogue of blinds, curtains, shutters, awnings and outdoor systems.
- [Showroom](/showroom): Visit our Clayton VIC showroom — directions, hours and virtual tour.
- [Service Areas](/service-areas): Every Melbourne suburb we install in across Victoria.
- [Gallery](/gallery): Project photography across residential and commercial work.
- [Projects](/projects): Featured architectural case studies with before/after photography.
- [Testimonials](/testimonials): Verified Google reviews from Melbourne customers.
- [Blog](/blog): Buying guides, product comparisons, measuring tutorials and styling advice.
- [Contact](/contact): Phone, email and free in-home consultation booking.
- [Free Brochure](/brochure): Download the full product brochure (PDF, name + email required).

## Blinds

- [Roller Blinds](/products/blinds/roller-blinds): Custom-made roller blinds in blockout, sunscreen and translucent fabrics, manual or motorised.
- [Blockout Blinds](/products/blinds/blockout-blinds): 100% light-blocking roller blinds for bedrooms, media rooms and west-facing windows.
- [Sheer Roller Blinds](/products/blinds/sheer-roller-blinds): Day-time light control with privacy — soft diffused light, clear outward view.
- [Double Roller Blinds](/products/blinds/double-roller-blinds): Two blinds on one bracket — sunscreen by day, blockout by night.
- [Roman Blinds](/products/curtains/roman-blinds): Tailored fabric blinds with blockout lining option, soft fold and classic fold.
- [Venetian Blinds](/products/blinds/venetian-blinds): Timber, faux-timber and aluminium slat blinds for precise light tilt.
- [Skylight Blinds](/products/blinds/skylight-blinds): Made-to-measure skylight blinds for Velux and standard openings.

## Curtains

- [Sheer Curtains](/products/curtains/sheer-curtains): S-fold and pinch-pleat sheer curtains in linen, polyester and blends.
- [Double Curtains](/products/curtains/double-curtains): Layered sheer + blockout curtains on a single track for full day-night control and winter warmth.
- [Blockout Curtains](/products/curtains/blockout-curtains): Lined blockout drapery for total darkness and thermal insulation.
- [Motorised Curtains](/products/curtains/motorised-curtains): Smart-home compatible curtain tracks (Somfy, Alexa, Google Home).
- [Roman Blinds](/products/curtains/roman-blinds): Fabric blinds that mount inside or outside the recess.

## Shutters

- [Plantation Shutters](/products/shutters): PVC, basswood and hardwood plantation shutters with hinged, bi-fold or sliding tracks.

## Awnings & Outdoor

- [Awnings Overview](/products/awnings): All awning types compared.
- [Folding Arm Awnings](/products/awnings/folding-arm-awnings): Retractable folding-arm awnings for patios, decks and alfresco areas, manual or motorised.
- [Zipscreens](/products/outdoor/zipscreens): Outdoor zip-track screens for wind, sun and insect protection.
- [Alfresco Zip Screens](/products/outdoor/alfresco-zip-screens): Premium alfresco zipscreen installations.
- [External Venetians](/products/outdoor/external-venetians): Architectural external aluminium venetian blinds.
- [External Roof Systems](/products/outdoor/external-roof-systems): Retractable louvred and waterproof roof systems.

## Motorisation

- [Motorised Roller Blinds](/products/motorisation/motorised-roller-blinds): Battery, hardwired and solar motorised roller blinds.
- [Motorised Outdoor Blinds](/products/motorisation/motorised-outdoor-blinds): Motorised zipscreens, awnings and external venetians.
- [Motorised Accessories](/products/motorisation/motorised-accessories): Remotes, hubs and smart-home integrations.

## Projects (Case Studies)

- [Glen Waverley Project](/projects/glen-waverley): Whole-home architectural window furnishing project.
- [Kew Project](/projects/kew): Heritage-style installation in Kew.
- [Mount Eliza Project](/projects/mount-eliza): Coastal home with motorised and layered treatments.
- [Hawthorn East Project](/projects/hawthorn-east): Family home with double curtains and shutters.
- [Glen Iris Project](/projects/glen-iris): Modern family home with motorised roller blinds.
- [Malvern Project](/projects/malvern): Edwardian home with plantation shutters and sheers.
- [Caulfield North Project](/projects/caulfield-north): Layered window treatments throughout.
- [Highett Project](/projects/highett): Modern townhouse with double rollers.
- [Telford Highett Project](/projects/telford-highett): Apartment with full-height blockout curtains.
- [Commercial Projects](/commercial-projects): Office, hospitality and retail installations.
- [Residential Projects](/residential-projects): Full residential portfolio.

## Service Areas (representative — 800+ suburb pages available)

- [Glen Waverley](/service-areas/glen-waverley)
- [Mount Waverley](/service-areas/mount-waverley)
- [Kew](/service-areas/kew)
- [Hawthorn](/service-areas/hawthorn)
- [Brighton](/service-areas/brighton)
- [Malvern](/service-areas/malvern)
- [Toorak](/service-areas/toorak)
- [Camberwell](/service-areas/camberwell)
- [Caulfield](/service-areas/caulfield)

## Featured Blog Posts

- [Sheer or Blockout Curtains: Which Is Right for a Bedroom?](/blog/sheer-vs-blockout-curtains-bedroom): Sheer vs blockout curtains for bedrooms — light, privacy, warmth, and why double curtains suit most rooms.
- [Blockout vs Blackout: What's the Difference?](/blog/blockout-vs-blackout-difference): What blockout and blackout mean for curtain and blind fabric, and why coverage matters as much as fabric.
- [Roller Blinds or Blockout Curtains: Which Blocks More Light?](/blog/roller-blinds-vs-blockout-curtains-light-blocking): Blockout roller blinds vs blockout curtains for total darkness — edge gaps, coverage and layering.
- [Are Plantation Shutters Better Than Curtains?](/blog/plantation-shutters-vs-curtains): Plantation shutters vs blockout curtains for Melbourne homes — light control, privacy, insulation, cost and cleaning.
- [Best Outdoor Blinds for Western Sun: Beating Melbourne's Afternoon Heat](/blog/outdoor-blinds-western-sun-heat): Fabric, colour and layout choices that cut glare and heat on west-facing Melbourne patios and decks.
- [Shopfront & Café Awnings Melbourne](/blog/shopfront-cafe-awnings-melbourne): Awnings and outdoor blinds for Melbourne shopfronts, cafés and hospitality venues — shade, weather protection and street presence.
- [Can Old Awnings Be Recovered? Fabric Replacement & Repair in Melbourne](/blog/awning-repairs-fabric-replacement-melbourne): When recovering an awning makes sense versus full replacement, and what the process involves.
- [Are Motorised Outdoor Blinds and Awnings Worth It?](/blog/motorised-outdoor-blinds-awnings-worth-it): How motorised Zipscreen blinds and folding arm awnings work, the cost premium over manual, wind sensors and auto-retract.
- [How to Enclose Your Alfresco or Pergola: Blinds, Awnings or Both](/blog/enclose-alfresco-pergola-melbourne): Turning an open alfresco or pergola into a year-round space with Zipscreen blinds, awnings or a combination.
- [Do Outdoor Blinds Stop Wind and Rain? A Melbourne Weather Guide](/blog/outdoor-blinds-wind-rain-melbourne): How wind- and weather-resistant outdoor blinds really are — zip-track seal, PVC vs mesh, and when to retract.
- [How Much Do Outdoor Blinds Cost in Melbourne? (2026 Price Guide)](/blog/outdoor-blinds-cost-melbourne): What drives Zipscreen outdoor blind pricing — size, fabric, manual vs motorised — and how to get an accurate quote.
- [Folding Arm Awnings Melbourne: How Retractable Awnings Work](/blog/folding-arm-awnings-melbourne): Cassette vs semi-cassette vs open arm, motorised vs manual, arm reach and fabric choices.
- [Outdoor Blind or Awning: Which Is Right for Your Space?](/blog/outdoor-blinds-vs-awnings): Zipscreen outdoor blinds vs folding arm awnings compared on wind resistance, coverage and cost.
- [Folding Arm Awnings vs Patio Awnings: Which Wins?](/blog/folding-arm-awnings-vs-patio-awnings): Compare projection, wind ratings and best fit for Melbourne patios.
- [Curtains, Blinds or Shutters: Which Is Best for Your Melbourne Home?](/blog/curtains-vs-blinds-vs-shutters-melbourne): Compare insulation, privacy, style and cost of curtains, blinds and shutters for Melbourne homes.
- [How To Keep Your Melbourne Home Warm In Winter](/blog/how-to-keep-your-melbourne-home-warm-in-winter): Insulating curtains, double curtains, Roman blinds and shutters for cold Melbourne winters.
- [Double Roller Blinds Explained: Day & Night Light Control](/blog/double-roller-blinds): How dual roller blinds combine sunscreen and blockout fabrics.
- [Combining Roller Blinds With Sheer Curtains](/blog/combining-roller-blinds-with-sheer-curtains-for-a-stylish-home): Layered window-treatment styling guide.
- [Window Treatment Trends](/blog/window-treatment-trends-elevate-your-home-decor): Contemporary window-treatment ideas for modern Melbourne homes.
- [Translucent Blinds: Light vs Privacy](/blog/translucent-blinds-the-fine-balance-between-light-and-privacy): Choosing sheer roller blinds for privacy and natural light.

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- [RSS Feed](/blog/rss.xml): Blog RSS feed.