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The Ancient Origins of Plantation Shutters

The history of Plantation Shutters might seem to be pretty obvious if one only considers its name, however its origins are far more ancient and interesting than they first appear. Imagine you’re living on an exposed turquoise coastline in a sub-tropical climate going about your daily chores, when the wind […]

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What’s the Benefit of Outdoor Awnings and Blinds? Our Buyers Guide

Awnings have come a longggg way since the times of rusty, hand-cranked squeaky handles with garish awning designs that did little to enhance home or one’s inner-peace. Today, home and patio awnings have evolved significantly offering stylish, discreet protection and aesthetic enhancements to your home. Whether it’s a retractable awning, […]

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Best Window Treatments for the Gold Coast Style

Gold Coast interior design fashions have evolved dramatically since the 80s in terms of window treatments. Gone are the brightly coloured curtains with geometric shapes or pastel roses on a nicotine-stain background. And gone are the huge wooden curtain rings of the 70s and the vertical blinds we all obsessed […]

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Are Shutters Better than Blinds?

What’s best for your home or office, shutters or blinds? With so many options available, it can be tough choosing the right solution for your space. It’s important to make the right choice too because shutters or blinds are a major investment and not something you’re likely want to replace […]

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Buyers Guide: What Indoor Blinds Suit Your Home Best?

Choosing furnishings or making changes to our home or office environment can be a daunting activity, with so many options, styles, colour treatments, materials and of course agreement needed among the occupants. The choices made are often ultra-important too because the investment is often significant, and you could be stuck […]

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What are the Best Shutters for the Brisbane Climate?

Living in Brisbane the sun can be relentless, especially during our hot and humid summers. Not only does it cause furnishings and carpeting to fade and deteriorate, but without appropriate shutters or blinds for your windows and doors, the heat penetrates your home more easily, making conditions pretty unbearable. Shutters […]

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Penney
2025-02-20 via Google
Fantastic purchase from FD - Brett the salesman for my purchase of both roller double & single blinds, they look the best and great value!!! The colour blends in with the wall colour, and the linear lines look smart in my new townhouse. I am now getting more quotes for security door's.
Jess Greenaway
2025-02-17 via Google
We had Cam West measure and Isaac install. They were both lovely, professional and efficient. Cam made some great recommendations on what would suit our home the best and we’re SO happy with how it turned out. We’ll definitely be passing their details on to family and friends!
Merryl Lewis
2025-01-20 via Google
So efficient. Said it would be 6 weeks for delivery and it was only 1 week. Installer was excellent and a really happy with the blind. Many thanks for your prompt service. I will recommend your services to anyone.
Trish Jones
2025-01-16 via Google
My shutters were installed yesterday by Dan, what a great job. They make my home fresh and bright and seem to make the rooms appear larger. Could not recommend the whole process more highly. Great company to deal with, from every staff member I interacted with 👏🏻
Kathy Tighe
2024-12-28 via Google
I am delighted with my new internal blinds fitted yesterday. The entire process from the initial consultation with Wendy through to installation by Luke was absolutely seamless with FD going above and beyond in my opinion, arranging the install on a Sunday during the Christmas period!
Lana Caves
2024-11-22 via Google
A pleasure to deal with from start to finish. Cameron was professional, knowledgable and friendly on both occasions he visited our home to measure and quote. Pricing was great and installation by Daniel was fast and precise. We are very happy with our new shutters and blinds, and highly recommend Factory Direct Shutters, Awnings & Blinds.
John McDonald
2024-10-08 via Google
From initial request for quote to the measure, final quote, and then the install, each and every person we dealt with were friendly, professional and easy to deal with. Very happy with the product (plantation shutters) which have really added to our recent renovation and at a great price too!
Liz Browning
2024-08-28 via Google
We are SUPER happy with the white shutters in our bathroom and bedroom and the extreior pull-down outdoor blinds on our deck. We are all set for summer now! Wendy Simpson is so understanding and her attention to detail is second to none. Luke Taurere did an incredible job with the intallation. Thank you Factory Direct - you have made us very happy.
Tricia Pegg
2024-04-23 via Google
Richard did a fantastic job installing my new shutters. He was on time, communicated well, cleaned up after himself and even took my old curtain tracks down for me. Love love love my new shutters 😍