{"id":5999,"date":"2023-12-28T13:32:33","date_gmt":"2023-12-28T12:32:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/?p=5999"},"modified":"2025-10-30T22:42:31","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T21:42:31","slug":"if-you-want-to-build-your-terrace-yourself-with-blinds-heres-how-you-can-make-a-movable-blind","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/en\/chcesz-sam-zabudowac-taras-zaluzjami-podpowiadamy-jak-zrobic-ruchome-zaluzje-ogrodowe\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you make movable garden blinds? Read this guide."},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/en\/product-category\/external-blinds\/garden-blinds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Movable blinds<\/strong> <strong>garden<\/strong><\/a> is a universal type of development <strong>terrace<\/strong>, <strong>balcony<\/strong>, <strong>pergolas <\/strong>or <strong>arbours<\/strong>. It offers a wide choice of material, colour and type of infill. It is very suitable for infilling the movable sides of a terrace. Movable boards or laths do not cut off the <strong>garden view.<\/strong> You can admire the greenery on the plot through the openwork panels. Need more information about movable terrace cladding? Read our blog post:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/en\/whether-its-worth-building-on-the-terrace-blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Enhance your home with functional space<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not sure how to make movable garden blinds? We can help you choose the right materials and brackets and give you tips on how to go about making them yourself.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"1133\" data-id=\"6009\" src=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2888-edited-2.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2888-edited-2.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2888-edited-2-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2888-edited-2-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2888-edited-2-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2888-edited-2-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2888-edited-2-64x85.jpeg 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"691\" height=\"921\" data-id=\"6010\" src=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2890-edited-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6010\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2890-edited-1.jpeg 691w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2890-edited-1-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2890-edited-1-300x400.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2890-edited-1-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/IMG_2890-edited-1-64x85.jpeg 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Terrace cladding with wooden louvres or aluminium slats - why it's worth it<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Blind cladding<\/strong> <strong>wooden<\/strong> or <strong>aluminium <\/strong>has many advantages and some challenges. What do you gain?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>shelter from wind and rain, shade in hot weather,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the possibility of adjusting the shielding to suit your needs,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A little privacy when you need it,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A decorative finish to a terrace in a timeless style,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>durable and solidly constructed with high-quality materials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to make movable garden blinds ?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do the installation yourself. Even if you do not have a great deal of experience in construction and renovation work. If you are fitting<a href=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/en\/product-category\/shutters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> louvre panels from prefabricated kits made of wood or aluminium<\/a>You don't need specialised tools.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image002-2.jpg\" alt=\"Movable wooden garden blinds\" class=\"wp-image-6011\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image002-2.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image002-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image002-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image002-2-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image002-2-64x48.jpg 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Movable wooden garden blinds<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to make moving garden blinds step by step with OpenUp System?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the right tools<\/strong>: a tape measure, screwdriver, screws suitable for the material to be used, and a saw to cut the shanks will come in handy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare materials<\/strong>: brackets and aluminium slats or boards. Note that the handles for the blinds will be left and right.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lay out the right grips<\/strong> to the left and right of the development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trim the ends of the handles<\/strong>which will be located at the bottom of the development according to the instructions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The installation of the first bracket will be assisted by a 5 cm<strong> wooden spacer block<\/strong>. You place it at the bottom of the development to place the handle at the correct height.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can already <strong>tighten handles.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each successive one you add to the previous one <strong>clips <\/strong>- you clip their narrower guides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handle<strong>, <\/strong>which will be located on top of the development,<strong> you cut<\/strong> to the correct length using a saw.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat with <strong>the other side of the development<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When both sides of the development are ready, <strong>check the mobility of the handles<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can already <strong>mount laths in brackets.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Insert the fins gently into the handles.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ready<\/strong>!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Still not sure if it will work for you? Read our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Instrukcja-montazu-drewnianych-deseczek_wersja_Q2-2026-v22_str_1-2_z_22042026-1-2-2.pdf-2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> instructions<\/a>. If the image appeals to you more - take a look at our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=2ZUIqYUPDNY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> montage video!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/zaluzje-aluminiowe-zewnetrzne-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Terrace cladding with vertical aluminium slats\" class=\"wp-image-2223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/zaluzje-aluminiowe-zewnetrzne-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/zaluzje-aluminiowe-zewnetrzne-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/zaluzje-aluminiowe-zewnetrzne-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/zaluzje-aluminiowe-zewnetrzne-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/zaluzje-aluminiowe-zewnetrzne-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/zaluzje-aluminiowe-zewnetrzne-64x48.jpg 64w, https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/zaluzje-aluminiowe-zewnetrzne.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Terrace cladding with vertical aluminium slats<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How the moving garden blind mechanism works<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brackets for movable external blinds<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/en\/product\/brackets-for-movable-external-blinds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong> OpenUp System<\/strong><\/a> is a bracket system with which you can easily make external blinds. Whether you decide on shutters made of wood or aluminium. They can be used to enclose your terrace, balcony, pergola or shed. The grips are made of durable polypropylene. The design of the grips allows for smooth movement of the wooden boards or slats. The system of grips with inserted wooden boards or aluminium slats will allow you to build a movable wall very quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You connect the brackets to each other using clips. This is how you extend the installation height. You can also cut them. Also cut them if you want the individual sections to work separately. Our bracket system is suitable for any type of fitting. If you are afraid that making garden blinds yourself will take a lot of time, watch our installation video and see how easy it is!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What type of blinds to choose: wood or aluminium blinds&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You are faced with an important choice. The choice of material for your moving blinds. We recommend<a href=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/en\/what-to-use-for-roofing-and-decking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <strong>wood or aluminium cladding<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An asset of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/en\/product-category\/wooden-blinds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <strong>wooden blinds<\/strong><\/a> is certainly the price and the natural beauty. You can cover them with paint, stain, varnish or oil. It's a solution with timeless charm that will fit in with almost any type of architecture. It will look great on a garden shed or balcony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/en\/product-category\/aluminium-blinds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Aluminium blinds<\/strong><\/a> They are more durable, stronger and yet lighter than wooden blinds. You can paint them any colour you like and they will require no maintenance other than occasional cleaning. You can install aluminium blinds vertically or horizontally. Both have a modern, clean look. They will survive any weather conditions, are resistant to rapid temperature changes and will not deform over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are finding it difficult to decide between wooden or aluminium blinds - we have a solution for you. That is,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/en\/product\/woodgrain-aluminium-slats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong> woodgrain aluminium blinds<\/strong><\/a>. They combine the advantages of durable aluminium with the beauty of wood. Indeed, they look almost indistinguishable from wooden blinds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Need more information?<a href=\"https:\/\/www.otwierane.pl\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Contact us<\/a>! We will help!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Movable garden blinds are a versatile type of terrace, balcony, pergola or gazebo development. 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