ScreenAway

ScreenAway: made-to-measure blinds and retractable fly screens in Australia

ScreenAway is an Australian company dedicated to the design, manufacture and installation of made-to-measure blackout blinds and retractable fly screens. Its products are made to measure and can be adapted to most windows, both new and old, using a system that integrates into the reveal or the face of the frame, so they fit as if they were part of the home.

The company presents itself as an Australian company and states that all its products are manufactured to high quality standards. Its patented system of blackout blinds and retractable fly screens is available in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane.

Blackout and total darkening blinds

The roller blind catalogue includes manual and motorised blackout models, available in various colours, which completely darken the room. Bedroom blinds are enclosed on all sides to prevent light from entering, making them suitable for night shift workers or families with babies.

The range is organised by rooms and needs:

• Baby and nursery blinds, which allow you to darken the room instantly.
• Bathroom blinds, easy to clean and providing privacy.
• Bedroom blinds, to completely darken the room.
• No gap blackout blinds, which darken any room in seconds.
• Cinema and home theatre room blinds, aimed at creating a cinematic experience.
• Door blinds, designed for back doors, caravans or boats.
• Kitchen blinds, easy to clean and maintain, with total light control.
• Made-to-measure window blinds, installed in any room.
• ViewTek Indiana blinds.

Retractable fly screens and motorisation

ScreenAway's retractable fly screens replace traditional mesh and are easy to clean, as well as preventing insects from entering. They can be installed on the exterior of the window, making it easier to clean the glass, and adapt to a wide variety of sizes and shapes, including windows in old homes.

Both blinds and fly screens can be automated. The motorised systems are battery-powered and, according to the company, the battery lasts approximately six months before needing to be recharged. They are controlled by remote control, allowing you to operate all the blinds and fly screens in the home without getting up. The company also offers a smart home category within its range of motorised and automatic products.

Installation, adaptability and safety

ScreenAway products can be installed vertically, horizontally or upside-down, and can be fitted to hard-to-reach windows using a pull stick. The company states that it can adapt its blinds and fly screens to most windows and doors, as well as to boats, caravans, security doors or skylights, and that it handles the entire installation.

The system does not use external chains or cords, which reduces the risk of entanglement and eliminates the choking or tripping hazards associated with conventional mechanisms. The company states that its products comply with ACCC safety standards. In addition, the system requires little maintenance and integrates cleanly into the window reveal.

Coverage and service

ScreenAway offers free measure and quote, as well as free installation as part of a spring promotion valid at the time of registration. The company provides made-to-measure blind and fly screen installations in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Central Coast, Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth and Sydney.

The coverage areas detailed by the company include, in Queensland, Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast; in South Australia, Adelaide, Fleurieu Peninsula, Barossa Valley and Mt Barker; in New South Wales, Newcastle, Sydney and Wollongong; in Victoria, Melbourne and Geelong; in Western Australia, Perth; and in the Australian Capital Territory, Canberra.

The company offers flexible payment options through Payright, Zip and Humm, and notes the possibility of interest-free financing for up to 24 months, subject to conditions and for a limited time. ScreenAway states that it has more than 2000 Google reviews and more than 250 local reviews, and offers customer service and repair request service.