What dollar curtains + blinds does

dollar curtains + blinds is an Australian family-operated manufacturer and retailer of custom-made window coverings, founded in 1967 and headquartered in Kilsyth, Victoria. The company designs, manufactures, and installs curtains, blinds (roller, double roller, Roman, cellular/honeycomb, Venetian, vertical, panel, Veri Shades, and Austrian/Festoon), shutters (timber, PVC, aluminium), and outdoor products (window, Zipscreen, and alfresco awnings, roller shutters, folding-arm awnings) through an exclusive franchise network of more than 30 retail stores across Australia, supplemented by in-home consultant visits and a floor-plan upload quoting service. The company holds a patent on the Veri Shades blade alignment mechanism, integrates third-party hardware from Rollease Acmeda (roller systems), EOS Helix (vertical track), and Automate (motorisation), and sources fabrics through design partnerships with James Dunlop Textiles, Warwick Fabrics, Zepel, Basford Brands, and Haymes Paint, with Oeko-Tex certification and Green Building Council of Australia alignment for cellular products.

The company employs 251-500 staff and operates local Australian manufacturing workrooms, producing over 500 fabric options and delivering products under sub-brands including Curtains+ (which bundles complimentary making and faster delivery) and dc+b living (an annual lifestyle magazine). Pricing is quote-based, anchored by a free measure-and-quote process that funnels customers through either in-store, in-home, or remote floor-plan channels.

Revenue is generated through one-time sales of custom-made window coverings bundled with professional installation services. The go-to-market is sales-led, targeting Australian residential homeowners via in-store consultation, in-home measurement appointments, and a remote floor-plan quoting workflow, with marketing activity concentrated on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube), the Real Stories testimonial program, the dc+b living magazine, store signage, SEO, and word-of-mouth referral.

Name

dollar curtains + blinds

Legal name

dollar curtains + blinds

Website

https://dollarcurtainsandblinds.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

dollar curtains + blinds is an Australian family-operated manufacturer and retailer of custom-made curtains, blinds, shutters, and outdoor window coverings, serving residential homeowners through a 30+ franchise store network and in-home consultation services since 1967.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Window Coverings

NAICS

Blind and Shade Manufacturing (33792), Curtain and Linen Mills (31412), Window Treatment Retailers (449122)

SIC

Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300)

akta.pro primary industry

Window Coverings Manufacturing (Curtains/Drapes/Sheers/Valances) (IMAOAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Custom Drapery & Made-to-Measure Window Coverings Retail (CRAIAKAD), Window Shades Retail (Roller, Roman, Cellular/Honeycomb, Solar) (CRAIAKAB), Shutters Retail (Plantation, Interior/Exterior) (CRAIAKAE)

Keywords

• Custom window coverings
• Curtains and blinds
• Shutters and awnings
• Residential window treatments
• Made-to-measure blinds

Headquarters

HQ city

Kilsyth

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Custom Window Covering Sales: One-time sale of custom made curtains, blinds, shutters, and outdoor window coverings. Products are manufactured to order based on customer measurements and specifications. Revenue is generated from product sales with complimentary making services on select Curtains+ range.
2. Professional Installation Services: Full installation services provided alongside product sales, completing the customer journey from measurement to installation.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

dollar curtains + blinds manufactures and retails custom-made-to-measure curtains, blinds, shutters, awnings, and outdoor window coverings. The company sells its products directly to Australian homeowners through a national network of 30+ exclusive franchise stores, supplemented by in-home consultation, free measure-and-quote, professional installation, and online quoting via customer floor plans. It also offers accessories such as pelmets, tracks and rods, and a curated selection of 500+ designer fabrics.

Product overview

dollar curtains + blinds is an Australian-made custom window coverings retailer offering a comprehensive portfolio of curtains, blinds, shutters, and outdoor products through a network of 30+ stores across Australia. The core product lines include: Curtains (Curtains+, Blockout, Sheer, and Double styles with complimentary making service), Blinds (Roller, Double Roller, Veri Shades, Roman, Cellular/Honeycomb, Venetian, Vertical, Panel, and Austrian+Festoon types), Shutters (Timber, PVC, and Aluminium Plantation styles), and Outdoor products (Zipscreen, Window and Alfresco Awnings, Roller Shutters). An automation add-on module enables motorisation of curtains and blinds via smartphone app, voice, and remote control. Accessories include pelmets, tracks, rods, and fabrics from designer partners. All products are custom made to measure with free measure and quote services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Curtains+: A unique range offering high quality designer curtain fabrics at an affordable price with complimentary making service and faster delivery times.
• dc+b living

Products and services

• Curtains+ Premium custom-made curtain range from dollar curtains + blinds, offered with a complimentary interior decorator service to help homeowners select fabrics and styles.
• Blockout Curtains Custom-made blockout curtains designed to block light for bedrooms, media rooms, and shift workers; made-to-measure and installed by dollar curtains + blinds franchisees.
• Sheer Curtains Custom-made sheer curtains that filter light while maintaining daytime privacy, suited to living areas where a soft, diffused look is desired.
• Double Curtains Custom-made double curtains combining sheer and blockout layers on a single track, giving homeowners layered light control and privacy.
• Roller Blinds Custom-made roller blinds for residential windows, offered in a wide range of fabrics and custom sizes through dollar curtains + blinds franchise stores.
• Double Roller Blinds Custom-made double roller blinds pairing a sheer and a blockout fabric on a single bracket for combined light filtering and privacy control.
• Veri Shades Custom-made Veri Shades featuring a patented blade alignment mechanism that allows the shades to walk across openings without a bottom rail, combining the look of vertical drapes with the functionality of blinds.
• Roman Blinds Custom-made Roman blinds with soft fabric folds that stack neatly when raised, suited to traditional and contemporary interiors.
• Cellular Blinds Custom-made cellular (honeycomb) blinds designed for thermal insulation, advertised by dollar curtains + blinds as delivering 46-48% energy savings.
• Vertical Blinds Custom-made vertical blinds using the EOS Helix Vertical Track System, designed for large windows, sliding doors, and commercial-style residential applications.
• Panel Blinds Custom-made panel blinds with large sliding fabric panels suited to wide window expanses and contemporary interiors.
• Austrian + Festoon Blinds Custom-made Austrian and Festoon blinds featuring soft gathered fabric drops, suited to formal living areas and traditional interiors.
• Plantation Shutters Custom-made Plantation Shutters available in Timber, PVC, and Aluminium variants, providing light control, privacy, and a classic architectural look for residential windows.
• Roller Shutters Custom-made roller shutters designed to provide security, light blockout, noise reduction, and thermal insulation for residential properties.
• Window Awnings Custom-made window awnings for exterior shading of residential windows, helping to reduce heat gain and glare.
• Zipscreen Awnings Custom-made zipscreen awnings providing wind-resistant exterior shading and insect protection for outdoor entertaining areas and large openings.
• Alfresco Awnings Custom-made alfresco awnings designed to provide weather and sun protection for outdoor entertaining areas and patios.
• Outdoor Shutters Custom-made outdoor shutters designed to provide exterior shading, privacy, and weather protection for alfresco and outdoor living spaces.
• Pelmets Custom-made pelmets that conceal curtain tracks and add a finished architectural look above window coverings.
• Tracks + Rods Curtain tracks and rods supplied by dollar curtains + blinds to support and operate custom curtain installations.
• Fabrics Designer fabric selection of 500+ Oeko-Tex certified options supplied by dollar curtains + blinds for use across its curtain, blind, and accessory ranges.

Quantifiable outcome

• Cellular Blinds save 46-48% more on heating and cooling costs compared to standard Roller Blinds
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• James Dunlop TextilescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor design partner providing designer fabric collections. Collaborates on colour trend forecasts and design tips content. Features prominently in Curtains+ fabric range offerings and marketing materials.
• Warwick FabricscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesign partner providing sheer fabrics and weave density expertise. Collaborates on educational content about sheer curtain fabrics and interior design trends.
• Haymes PaintminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNewest design partner - family-owned Australian paint company with decades of expertise. Collaboration for complementary colour and design advice.
• Basford BrandsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesign partner for interior design and curtain trends content, helping shape landscape of living spaces with innovative fabrics and colour palettes.
• Rollease AcmedacoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing top of the line technically superior hardware systems for roller blinds. Systems perfected through years of extensive research and development for precision operation. Components used as standard without extra cost.
• EOS (Helix Vertical Track System)coreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing EOS Helix Vertical Track System which enhances efficiency and functionality of vertical blinds with market leading traversing wand technology.
• Green Building Council of AustraliaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCellular fabrics meet criteria set by Green Building Council of Australia for optimal air quality with safe levels of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs).
• AutomatecoreTechnology or IntegrationAutomation brand providing motorisation systems for window coverings. Innovative Automate range operates all indoor and outdoor window coverings with one device, featuring rechargeable battery technology and hard wired motors.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Spotlight: Australia's largest specialty home furnishings and craft retailer, selling ready-made curtains, blinds, and soft furnishings alongside broader home decor. Directly comparable as a mass-market Australian window-covering and home textile competitor, though with a broader merchandise mix and lower customization.
• Vista Window Coverings: Australian-made custom window covering manufacturer/retailer covering curtains, blinds, shutters, and awnings with a franchise and showroom model. Closely comparable in product breadth, local manufacturing, and customer experience.
• Blind Factory: Australian custom blinds manufacturer and retailer offering made-to-measure roller, venetian, vertical, and panel blinds with in-home consultation. Direct competitor on the blinds side of the product mix with similar customization and installation value proposition.
• Curtain World: Australian specialist retailer of custom-made curtains, blinds, and shutters with showrooms across multiple states. Direct head-to-head competitor in custom residential window coverings with similar measure, quote, and installation service model.

Broad incumbents

• IKEA: Global home furnishings incumbent with substantial Australian store footprint offering ready-made curtains, roller blinds, and cellular shades. Comparable on product category and residential target market, but competes on price, self-installation, and ready-made rather than custom-measure.
• Norman Window Fashions: Global manufacturer of custom window coverings including plantation shutters, venetian blinds, roller shades, and motorised solutions. Comparable Australian presence serving the same custom-made, residential market, though Norman is more shutter-weighted.
• Home Decorators Collection: US-based mass-market custom window covering brand sold through The Home Depot. Comparable as a mass-market custom blinds and shades retailer, though operating in a different geography and channel structure.
• Hunter Douglas: Global premium manufacturer of custom window coverings (blinds, shades, shutters) with Australian distribution. Comparable as a high-end custom blinds and shutters competitor with motorisation offerings, though at a more premium price point and with a dealer rather than franchise model.

Others

• Rollease Acmeda: Global manufacturer of precision window covering hardware and motorisation systems; existing supplier/technology partner to dollar curtains + blinds. Comparable as the underlying component supplier for the category and a potential competitor if it moves downstream into finished products.

Emerging players

• Blinds Direct: Australian online direct-to-consumer blinds retailer offering made-to-measure blinds at lower price points. Comparable product category but competing primarily on price and convenience rather than showroom/consultative service.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC-z-IISZByF2Aug6OmZPNLg
• Facebookfacebook.com/dollarcurtainsandblinds
• Instagraminstagram.com/dollarcurtainsandblinds
• Pinterestpinterest.com.au/dollarcurtainsandblinds
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dollar-curtains-and-blinds

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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