Tilt and Turn Window Blinds
Tilt-and-turn windows are the most commonly used windows in Germany and northern Countries and are becoming more prominent in NZ. They open completely inwards and, when tilted, allow fresh air to flow into the room from above; they can be made of uPVC, wood, or aluminium. Tilt-and-turn window blinds are designed to stay by the window when tilted or opened.
Tilt and Turn Window Blinds
Corded models come in handy for the often much larger fixed windows next to the T&T, or if the blind is hard to reach, like behind a desk or sofa
All tilt-and-turn window blinds models feature an anti-swing mechanism/tension cord that runs on both sides of the blind or on the side guard for roller blinds, keeping the blind in place by the window when the window is tilted, except for some blind styles.
The same models and blind styles can also be mounted on fixed windows (except for the clamp mounting option, which is not applicable, but can be installed in the recess)
Blinds for tilt-and-turn windows can be installed in multiple ways to suit your space and preferences. They can be mounted directly onto the window sash, within the glazing bead, or onto the glass itself. Installation options include clamp mounting, drilling, or adhesive fixing—eliminating the need for bulky plastic frames that attach to the window, thereby reducing your view space and compromising a contemporary look, although, available in an adhesive mounting option to prevent damaging the seal when installing.
We offer a wide range of blind models and styles suitable for living areas, bathrooms, offices, and bedrooms. Our collection includes Aluminium Venetian blinds, Roller blinds, Roman blinds, Pleated blinds, and Honeycomb blinds. These are designed to fit wooden, aluminium, and UPVC windows and doors for inward-opening tilt-and-turn systems, as well as fixed windows, and sliding or folding doors.
Operation can be cordless, corded, chain, or fully automated, in classic bottom-up & bottom-down, top-down and bottom-up, as well as duo/day and night-blind styles.
Our most commonly used and much-loved operating style is top-down and bottom-up, due to the open view to the outside when the blind is lower from the top and the added safety when the bottom part is covered, rather than the top.
Diversity is everything
⦁ Non-toxic fabrics are often overlooked. Our blind fabrics are manufactured to stringent European standards. We carry a vast range of non-toxic textiles and materials that comply with OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100, the world’s leading product label for the measurement of harmful substances in textiles of our German-made honeycomb, pleated blinds and roller blinds. Textiles that receive this certificate have been manufactured entirely without the use of regulated or harmful chemicals. Please ask.
⦁ No bulky plastic framing to mount the blind, which takes away viewing space from all directions, giving it a contemporary, clean feel.
⦁No-drill mounting for easy installation, such as clamping around the window sash or adhesive on the glazing or glazing bead.
⦁Adhesive mounting options with narrow vertical adhesive strips to minimise loss of viewing space and prevent light from entering through the sides, making great bedroom blinds, and are designed to meet the industry’s minimum distance to the glazing needed to prevent overheating and possible glass breakage and are available to an impressive 2200mm width without any cords visible when the TDBU blind is lowered from the top.
⦁ Special-shaped/oddly shaped windows for regular and tilt-and-turn windows.
⦁ Sleek design with slim, modern profiles—many measuring just over 20mm in width and height—and a variety of colour options, they blend seamlessly into any interior.
⦁ Drilling option is a sturdy and popular choice; the windowpane/glazing bead can be replaced. Drilling options do not affect the seal or warranty.
⦁Fixed Window To create a consistent look throughout your space, extra-large fixed window blinds can be perfectly matched with tilt-and-turn window blinds.
⦁ An extensive range of premium fabrics, materials, and exclusive designs—many of which are unique to PLISSEE BLINDS—allowing you to customise your blinds to suit any home or professional environment to protect against Heat, UV, glare, and more.
⦁ Child-safe: All our German-manufactured blinds are designed with safety in mind, featuring corded blinds with a cord-break-away mechanism, chain-operated blinds with a chain break, cordless systems that eliminate the risk of dangling cords, making them a safe choice for homes with pets and with children
Pleated & Honeycomb Blinds
Both blinds, the honeycomb and the pleated blinds, use the same rail systems and mounting options. Pleated blinds and honeycomb blinds look very similar once installed. Both blinds can be operated corded or cordless, top-down & vice versa, or in the classic bottom-up style with lateral guides to ensure the blind stays in place on the window frame even when the window is tilted. Lowering window blinds, even slightly, significantly impacts your privacy, light, and view.
Both pleated blinds and honeycomb blinds can be easily mounted on most window frames, including those made of plastic, as well as on glass panes, walls and ceilings – sometimes even without drilling and screwing.
Blinds’ fabrics feature special functions and properties, such as dust-repellent, flame-retardant, and anti-glare properties for office use, as well as damp room suitability and heat-reflecting laminations for passive insulation. The only difference is the fabric pleat.
*Tensioned/cordless models up to max width of 2200mm, and max height of 2500mm *Cord-operated models up to max width of 2500mm, and max height of 3000mm
Pleated Blinds
Pleated blinds are one of Europe’s most popular options for tilt-and-turn windows and glass doors. They are made from a single-pleat fabric featuring tiny holes to guide the tension cord through, allowing light to pass through. They fold neatly into a slim stack, and due to the lighter fabric weight of the single pleat, can often be manufactured to larger sizes. The elegant, tailor-made pleated blinds fit perfectly into the frames of tilt-and-turn windows and glass doors. The entire collection of pleated blinds fabrics includes an overwhelming range of colours and textures in five transparencies, from transparent to blackout. Depending on the fabric, pleated blinds tend to be sturdy, with a wider range of fabric patterns and colours, and many fabric properties, such as aluminium or Perlex coating on the back for excellent heat protection, translucent fabrics, anti-fungal properties, and glare protection.
Pleated blinds for tilt-and-turn windows are available in tensioned/cordless models, as well as free-hanging corded and chain-operated models with the anti-swing mechanism, depending on the model and mounting situation, either with a drill-free adhesive or a clamp-mounted installation.
Tensioned/Cordless models are available in two user-friendly configurations: top-down/bottom-up (TDBU) and push-and-pull (bottom-up). Depending on the model and mounting option (e.g., clamp, screw, or adhesive), they are available up to a max width of 2200mm, with cords not visible in the centre when the blind is lowered, making them extremely popular.
Blinds for large, fixed windows can be fitted with free-hanging blinds by installing the blind in the recess to seamlessly blend and create a consistent look.
Free-hanging —whether chain-operated or automated. They are available to a max width of 2500m (with up to 3300 mm possible) and are quickly and easily mounted directly onto the window sash using clamp fittings or securely mounted within the glazing bead by screw fastening mount. Chain- and cord-operated models can include a kids’ safety chain breakaway mechanism up to a certain dimension.
Free-hanging – chain-operated models are a good choice for very large windows or hard-to-reach windows, where chain operation is helpful, and are available in an automated version.
Honeycomb Blinds
Honeycomb blinds, also called cellular blinds, are always the right choice and offer two advantages over simple pleated blinds: better room darkening properties, as tension cords are internally guided, and better thermal insulation properties, as they are constructed of two pleated fabric layers with insulating air spaces in between to reduce heat loss. Honeycomb blinds for windows and doors make an excellent choice for passive home insulation
Honeycomb blinds for tilt-and-turn windows are available in tensioned/cordless models, as well as free-hanging corded and chain-operated models with the anti-swing mechanism, depending on the model and mounting situation, either with a drill-free adhesive or a clamp-mounted installation.
Tensioned/Cordless models are available in two user-friendly configurations: top-down/bottom-up (TDBU) and push-and-pull (bottom-up).
Depending on the model and mounting option (e.g., clamp, screw, or adhesive), they are available up to a max width of 2200mm, with cords not visible in the centre when the blind is lowered, making them extremely popular.
Blinds for large, fixed windows can be fitted with free-hanging blinds by installing the blind in the recess to seamlessly blend and create a consistent look.
Free-hanging —whether chain-operated or automated. They are available to a max width of 2500m (with up to 3300 mm possible) and are quickly and easily mounted directly onto the window sash using clamp fittings or securely mounted within the glazing bead by screw fastening mount. Chain- and cord-operated models can include a kids’ safety chain breakaway mechanism up to a certain dimension.
Free-hanging – chain-operated models are a good choice for very large windows or hard-to-reach windows, where chain operation is helpful, and are available in an automated version
Automated: Top-down and bottom-up operation (smart frame model).
Automated: Top-down and bottom-up operation (smart frame model), available in Pleated fabric and Honeycomb fabric. This configuration is available to a • Max. width of 1500mm •
• Max. height of 2250 mm
• Maximum area: 2.25 m²and has no cords visible when the blind is lowered. The smart Frame System, rail, and components are available in White, off-white, black, and anthracite. They offer premium quality and state-of-the-art technology for motorised sun protection in windows and doors, with a minimum window bead depth of 10mm. Thanks to drill-free installation with magnetic tape fastening, the system can be installed quickly and cleanly – even in rented apartments or with sensitive window frames. MotionBlinds’ integrated CM-52 battery motor operates quietly and efficiently, is optionally supplemented by a solar panel and can be charged via USB-C. Control is conveniently via app, remote control or smart home platforms – sensors for automatic lighting and daylighting ensure high comfort and energy efficiency. The design is sleek; the visible components are available in four timeless colours and are perfectly matched to high-quality pleated or honeycomb fabrics. Awarded the R+T Innovation Award 2024, Smart Frame represents an elegant, functional and future-oriented solution for modern living.
Easy Frame
Thanks to its drill-free magnetic installation system, the blind can be fitted quickly and cleanly directly onto the window frame, making it ideal for uPVC and aluminium windows with a minimum glazing bead depth of 15mm. The aluminium frame fits neatly between the glazing beads, creating an almost flush finish while acting as a side guide to achieve near-complete blackout, making it great for bedrooms.
Installation is simple: magnetic strips are attached to the window frame with adhesive tape, allowing the blind frame to click securely into place. The frame can also be easily unclipped when needed, providing convenient access for window cleaning or maintenance.
The blind fabric is fully integrated into an aluminium frame and is operated manually by moving the top or bottom rail, allowing the blind to be positioned at any height. Fabrics are available in a range of colours and options, from light-filtering to blackout, to suit different privacy and light control needs.
MIN. Width 328mm MIN. Height 228mm
MAX. Width 1480mm MAX Height 2250mm
Maximum area: 2.25m²
Venetian Blinds
Aluminium Venetian blinds give you precise control over natural light, helping you create a comfortable atmosphere for both work and relaxation. Designed to suit tilt-and-turn or fixed windows, these blinds are available in free-hanging, chain-operated options with an anti-swing mechanism to keep them stable when windows are tilted, as well as sleek tensioned models. Slats come in 16 mm and 25 mm sizes, offering a clean, modern finish and either a drill-free adhesive or a clamp-mounted installation.
Free-hanging tension models—whether chain-operated or automated. They are available to a max width of 2500m (with up to 3300 mm possible) and are quickly and easily mounted directly onto the window sash using clamp fittings or securely mounted within the glazing bead by screw fastening mount (20mm minimum glazing bead needed). All chain-operated models come with a kids’ safety chain breakaway mechanism. Free-hanging – chain-operated models are a good choice for very large windows or hard-to-reach windows, where chain operation is helpful.
Tensioned models are available in a variety of user-friendly configurations, including cordless top-down/bottom-up (TDBU) operation, push-and-pull operation, and classic chain control. Depending on the model, they can accommodate widths up to 2000 mm and heights up to 2500 mm. Flexible mounting options—such as clamp, screw, or adhesive fixing. For large fixed windows, free-hanging blinds in a matching rail, composed and colour, can be installed within the glazing bead, by drill mount or the recess to seamlessly blend for a consistent look.
With a wide selection of colours, finishes, and textures, you can customise your blinds to suit your interior style. You can even create your own pattern design by swapping out slats within the blind or choose from a curated range of designer options.
Our most popular models, JF1 and JF2, Top-down/bottom-up blinds allow you to adjust coverage from either direction, fine-tuning light and privacy, offering clear outward views while maintaining privacy indoors, and offering the same versatility as pleated or honeycomb blinds while maintaining the timeless appeal of Venetian slats. The slats’ turning mechanism is smartly built into the top and bottom handles of the rail, making it easy to control the light when the blind is above a desk or sink.
Durable, moisture-resistant, and easy to maintain, they’re especially well-suited for kitchens and bathrooms. With their long-lasting performance and versatile design options, these blinds are a practical and stylish solution for any room
Roman Blinds
As textile as a curtain and as practical as a roller blind, a combination of style and comfort.
Roman blinds embody timeless elegance, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere in your home and making them the perfect choice for stylish window decoration.
They are a welcome addition for window replacement in character homes, such as villas.
Whether airy and transparent with a view, translucent as the perfect balance for creating a play of light and shade, or darkening for your sleep, there are no limits to the applications of Roman blinds.
With a variety of fabrics, colours, and designs, many of which are OEKO-TEX 100 certified, Roman blinds offer a unique touch for every room and interior design style.
Roman blinds for tilt-and-turn windows are available in tensioned/cordless models as well as free-hanging models, either with a drill-free adhesive or a clamp-mounted installation.
Tensioned/Cordless models are available in two user-friendly configurations: top-down/bottom-up (TDBU) and push-and-pull (bottom-up). They are available up to a max width of 1500mm. height of 2250mm. Depending on the model, mounting options—such as clamp, screw, or adhesive. Blinds for fixed windows wider than 1500mm, free-hanging blinds, can be installed by mounting the blind in the recess to seamlessly blend and create a consistent look.
Free-hanging —whether chain-operated or automated. They are available to a max width of 2500m (with up to 3300 mm possible) and are quickly and easily mounted directly onto the window sash using clamp fittings or securely mounted within the glazing bead by screw fastening mount (the blinds do not come with the anti-swing mechanism to keep them stable when windows are tilted)
All chain-operated models come with a kids’ safety chain breakaway mechanism. Free-hanging – chain-operated models are a good choice for very large windows or hard-to-reach windows, where chain operation is helpful.
Fabrics from all models can be taken down for hand-washing, or multiple sets of fabrics can be made.
*No drill mounting option available by adhesive or clamp mount.
*Tilt and turn window blinds can be mounted on fixed windows or in the recess.
*Large Classic models up to 2500mm wide can be mounted on large tilt and turn windows using the clamp mount or mounted in the recess on fixed windows and matched with tilt and turn windows for a cohesive appearance.
*Roman blinds make good bedroom windows, as on many models, the system width is fabric width, leaving only a minimal light gap, if mounted in the window recess or on the glazing bead.
*Can come with or without crossbars, depending on the fabric material used.
*Top-down, bottom-up, chain-operated bottom-up models and Automation for classic models are available
Roller Blinds
Classic roller blind for tilt and turn windows, fixed windows, and doors
The blinds can be mounted easily and quickly with a clamp fastening mount around the window sash on tilt and turn windows, combined with a clamping anti-swing mechanism at the bottom end, making it a great choice.
The same model is mounted in the recess on the fixed windows.
*Duo fabric blinds available.
Choose from a huge range of fabrics.
The blinds can be motorised and connected to the smart-home network. Maximum width: 2500mm, Maximum height: 3400mm, depending on the model.
Mini cassette roller blind for the tilt and turn window, fixed windows, and doors
Classic bottom-up, chain-operated, round mini cassette roller blinds in silver and white. The cassette is installed my screw fastening mount on the glazing bead.
The blind can be fitted with an anti-swing mechanism to keep the blind on the window when tilted, or with an adhesive side panel. They are mounted fast and easily, blocking out any light from the side, ideal for bedrooms if total blackout is needed.
*Mounting option by drilling into the glazing bead (Glazing beads are replaceable)
*Max width 1500mm, max height 330mm, depending on model
*Available in duo fabrics
MicroTex mini roller blinds for tilt and turn windows and doors
MICROTex mini square roller blinds for the office or home office for tilt and turn windows, doors and fixed windows
microTex roller blinds offer effective glare protection and customizable design options, enhancing workplace comfort and productivity.
⦁ Designed to combat glare and heat from sunlight in workplaces.
⦁ Ergonomically suitable for office work according to ISO 9241-6.
⦁ Available in various laminates and fabrics for flexibility in design.
⦁ Options include transparent, semi-transparent, dim-effect fabrics and blackout fabrics.
Features
⦁ Laminates are flame-resistant (DIN 4102-B1) and come in various colours.
⦁ Good glare and anti-heating protection with reflective surfaces.
⦁ Max width ius 1500mm, height for laminates is 240 cm; for fabrics, it is 220 cm.
Suitability for Work Areas
⦁ Complies with German Workplace Ordinance for monitor-based workplaces.
⦁ Requires suitable glare protection devices for all windows.
⦁ Recommended light transmission values for different window orientations.
System Design
⦁ Compact one-piece square cassette with a chain pull mechanism.
⦁ Side guide rails available in various models for different installations.
⦁ Profiles can be powder-coated or anodised in standard colours.
Installation
⦁ Can come with side guide rails.
⦁ Can be installed using adhesive tape or screws.
⦁ Requires a minimum installation depth (glazing bead) of 13 mm.
Fabrics and Laminates
⦁ Various fabric types include transparent, semi-transparent, and dim-effect options.
⦁ Each fabric has specific light transmission percentages, e.g., LT 0% for dim-effect fabrics.
⦁ Solar values indicate how much sunlight is reflected, transmitted, or absorbed.
The right choice for your tilt-and-turn window blinds
You get all the help you need; we will guide you through the entire window blinds selection and assembly process, online and in person. Undertake the measure-up and installation of your custom-made blinds
For all customers outside of Auckland, we will work with you online. Please send us a picture of the windows to determine the mounting types. We will then provide you with all the necessary information and guide you through the photographs and illustrations to help you make an informed decision. We will courier the window treatments to your address, along with easy DIY installation instructions, for you or your local blind installer.
Automated blind models are available for tilt-and-turn windows and fixed windows.
Contact us to arrange a free consultation and quote. We look forward to discussing your project.