Venetian blinds and shutters for Tauranga homes

By the Blindworks Auckland team · 10 November 2026

Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Papamoa get plenty of sun. Many homeowners want to keep rooms bright and keep the view, but cut glare on screens and stop people seeing in from the street. Venetian blinds and shutters are two of the best ways to do that, because you can tilt the slats or louvres to get exactly the light you want. This guide explains the differences so you can choose with confidence.

Venetian blinds: flexible and good value

Venetian blinds are made of horizontal slats that you can tilt open, tilt closed, or lift right up out of the way. Tilt them partly open and you get daylight and airflow while keeping privacy. Lift them fully and you have a clear view out to the garden or the coast.

We make venetians in two finishes:

• PVC venetians are a practical everyday choice and easy to wipe clean, so many people choose them for kitchens, bathrooms and laundries.
• Wooden venetians give a warm, natural look that suits living rooms, bedrooms and studies.

Venetians usually take 10 to 15 days to make once your order is confirmed.

Shutters: a smart, permanent finish

Shutters are fitted panels with louvres that tilt to control light and privacy. They are built into the window frame, so they look tidy from inside and from the street, and they suit both modern homes and older character homes. Like venetians, they come in PVC or wooden finishes.

Because each set is made to fit your windows, shutters take a little longer: allow 3 to 4 weeks. If you are planning shutters for a new build or renovation, it is worth getting your quote started early.

Venetians or shutters: which suits you?

• Want to lift the blind fully out of the way? Venetians can be raised to the top. Shutters stay in place and you open the panels or tilt the louvres.
• Want a long-term feature for the house? Shutters give a solid, built-in look that many people love.
• Want a faster turnaround? Venetians are ready sooner (10 to 15 days vs 3 to 4 weeks).
• Mixing rooms? Plenty of homes use shutters at the front of the house and venetians or roller blinds elsewhere.

Other options for sunny rooms

If glare is your main concern and you want to keep the view, sunscreen roller blinds are also popular in Tauranga. For hot skylights and roof windows, see our skylight blinds guide. Child safety locks are always fitted to our blinds.

How to get a quote in Tauranga, Mt Maunganui and Papamoa

Quoting for the Bay of Plenty works a little differently to Auckland:

1. Send your sizes or floor plan to sales@blindworks.co.nz, and tell us which rooms you want venetians or shutters in.
2. Get a rough quote based on your sizes and the options you like.
3. Pay a deposit to book your job once you are happy.
4. Precise measure and selection. We measure every window exactly and help you choose your finish.
5. Made and installed to fit your windows.

Learn more on our Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Papamoa pages, or see our venetian blinds and shutters. You can also call 09 972 4100.

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