ScreenAway Gold Coast
With approximately 300 days of sunshine each year, it’s no wonder why the Gold Coast is so popular. Spending the majority of the year in sunshine is perfect for outdoor activities and trips to the beach, but when it comes to your home, sometimes all you want is a little darkness to get that much needed sleep.
When you want to add some light control to your home, ScreenAway’s blockout bedroom blinds can instantly darken your room. Whether you are a shift worker or have a young child, blocking out the sunlight from your bedrooms can hugely improve your sleeping schedule.
From blockout blinds to retractable flyscreens, ScreenAway can custom measure and install to suit skylights, doors, and windows. Find out more about ScreenAway and get a free measure and quote for your home today.
Opening hours
Monday
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Thursday
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Friday
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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FAQ
Yes, blackout blinds work exceptionally well in Gold Coast homes, helping to reduce unwanted light, improve privacy, and create a more comfortable indoor environment throughout the year. From beachfront apartments and canal-front residences to established beach houses, suburban family homes, and contemporary properties, our custom-fitted blackout blinds help block early morning sunlight, reduce glare, and create darker rooms for better sleep at any time of day. Our blackout blinds also feature thermal properties, helping to reduce heat entering through windows during the Gold Coast’s long periods of warm weather and intense sunshine. This makes them a practical, energy-efficient choice that can help keep rooms cooler and reduce reliance on air conditioning.
The difference between blockout blinds and true blackout blinds in Gold Coast homes comes down to light control. Standard blockout blinds use opaque fabric to block light passing through the material, but they still allow light to enter around the edges. True blackout blinds use a fully enclosed track system that significantly reduces light leakage around the sides, making them ideal for shift workers, new parents, families, movie buffs, and anyone who prefers a darker room for sleeping or relaxing. ScreenAway’s blackout blind system is designed to deliver exceptional darkness for Gold Coast homes where complete light control is important.
Yes, ScreenAway blackout blinds can be custom-manufactured to suit older Gold Coast homes as well as modern properties. Suitable for everything from established beach houses, canal-front homes, and renovated coastal properties to contemporary apartments and modern family residences, every blackout blind is custom-made to suit the exact dimensions of your windows. Our installation team carefully assesses each window and recommends the most suitable solution for the space. This allows the blackout blind system to integrate neatly with the existing interior, delivering exceptional light control while preserving the character and appearance of the home.
Yes, blackout blinds are an excellent choice for Gold Coast shift workers who need to sleep during daylight hours. Healthcare professionals, emergency service workers, hospitality staff, airport employees, transport operators, and others working overnight or irregular hours often rely on a dark bedroom to achieve quality rest during the day. By significantly reducing incoming daylight, ScreenAway blackout blinds help create a darker, more comfortable sleeping environment to support a healthier sleep routine and improved recovery between shifts.
Yes, blackout blinds can help keep Gold Coast homes cooler during summer by reducing the amount of solar heat entering through windows. The Gold Coast experiences long periods of warm weather and strong sunshine, which can quickly raise indoor temperatures. By blocking direct sunlight, ScreenAway blackout blinds help reduce heat build-up, minimise glare, and create a more comfortable indoor environment. Their thermal properties may also help reduce the demand on your air conditioning system, improving your home’s energy efficiency.
Yes, motorised blackout blinds can be installed in homes throughout the Gold Coast, providing convenient control at the touch of a button. Motorisation is particularly useful for large windows, high ceilings, hard-to-reach areas, and homes with integrated automation, allowing you to operate your blinds using a remote control or compatible smart-home system. Many Gold Coast homeowners choose motorised blackout blinds for added convenience, easy everyday use, and greater control over privacy, natural light, and indoor comfort.
The installation time for blackout blinds on the Gold Coast depends on the number of windows and the complexity of the project, but most residential installations can be completed in a single visit. Following your initial consultation and measure, your blackout blinds are custom-manufactured to suit your home before being professionally installed. Our experienced team works efficiently to ensure each blind fits perfectly and operates smoothly, making the process simple, clean, and hassle-free.
Yes, custom blackout blinds are worth the investment for many Gold Coast homeowners because they provide superior light control, privacy, and comfort compared to standard roller blinds. While traditional roller blinds still allow light to enter around the edges, a custom-made blackout system is specifically designed to minimise light leakage to create a much darker room. Manufactured to fit the exact dimensions of your windows, ScreenAway blackout blinds also provide a neat, integrated finish, improved performance, and a solution that complements the style of your Gold Coast home.
