An elegant, modern solution for protecting your home from the elements
Whether it’s shielding your balcony from rain or retaining air-conditioning in your living room, Ziptrak’s outdoor and interior blinds help keep your home comfortable.
Ziptrak's outdoor blinds are perfect for those who want to enjoy a semi-outdoor atmosphere while staying protected from rain, sun, dust and insects. Photos: Ziptrak
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In a densely populated city like Singapore, where intense sunlight and humidity are the norm, protecting your home from the sweltering heat is essential. Blinds offer an ideal mix of style and practicality, allowing residents to easily transform their living spaces from bright and airy to cosy and intimate.
When Ms Ong Shu Hwai chanced upon Australian company Ziptrak’s outdoor and interior blinds in 2017, she knew she had found the ultimate solution to shield homes from the elements.
“Ziptrak is perfect for those who want to enjoy a semi-outdoor atmosphere while staying protected from rain, sun, dust and insects,” said Ms Ong, founder of Durablinds Trading, the exclusive distributor of Ziptrak in Singapore and Malaysia.
DURABLE OUTDOOR BLINDS
As living spaces in Singapore shrink and per-square-foot prices soar, homeowners are looking to maximise every inch of their homes.
For apartments with a balcony or patio, transforming these areas into functional spaces – such as a home office or a place to entertain guests – becomes increasingly appealing. Shielding these outdoor spaces from strong sunlight, torrential rain, blustery winds and pesky pests is crucial. Ziptrak’s outdoor blinds offer a seamless solution, safeguarding your home from the elements while retaining its aesthetic appeal.
In contrast to conventional track-guided blinds that use zippers, Ziptrak’s outdoor blinds feature a patented side spline with a sturdy PVC core encased in durable and anti-abrasion Kedar tape. This design ensures the fabric remains securely within the tracks, with the blinds engineered to withstand static loads equivalent to wind speeds of up to 260kmh.
In addition, Ziptrak’s manual outdoor blinds sport the patented SuperSpring system, which is backed by a 10-year warranty. This feature enables fingertip control, eliminating the need for cranks or cords. Not only does this enhance convenience, but it also reduces the risk of strangulation hazards for children and pets.
Optional safety features include a child safety latch, which prevents the bottom bar of the blinds from being raised above the height of the railing, mitigating the possibility of accidental falls. For ground-level dwellings, a reverse handle option allows you to open or close the blinds from either side. These blinds are also designed to maintain your chosen height setting, providing flexibility and convenience.
Ziptrak’s PanoView blinds were originally designed for Singapore’s urban landscape. These outdoor blinds extend up to 6m wide without requiring a centre post. This is ideal for the city’s many high-rise apartments, as it preserves unobstructed views while providing effective shading and privacy.
“As apartment and condominium blocks are built closer together now, I recommend the Rainout range for even more privacy and protection,” said Ms Ong. “This solution incorporates a laminated weave designed to keep out rain completely while giving occupants the privacy they desire.”
All Ziptrak outdoor blinds come with specially selected fabrics that are Greenguard-certified, UV-resistant and treated with anti-fungal agents. Ziptrak’s unique PestOut pelmet dual-brush system automatically cleans the blinds with each movement, preventing insects from nesting while effortlessly removing dirt and debris.
SAFETY MEETS STYLE: TAILORED INTERIOR BLINDS FOR EVERY HOME
Ziptrak’s latest invention for the home is its interior blinds. By securely locking fabric edges within tracks installed on both sides of the frame, Ziptrak eliminates potential gaps, seals in air-conditioning and prevents light leakage, benefits that conventional curtains may not offer. Paired with the option of blackout fabric, this design ensures complete light blockage, perfect for cultivating a tranquil sleep environment.
Ziptrak’s attention to detail extends to even the smallest components, such as its rivets, which are powder-coated and colour-matched for a polished, cohesive look.
“With Ziptrak, you can incorporate a touch of design flair into your blinds,” said Ms Ong. “The frame can have a metallic, leather, stone or woodgrain finish, and there are over 130 fabrics to choose from. Art lovers can even personalise their blinds and turn them into a feature piece by custom-printing their favourite image or artwork.”
Homeowners can use Ziptrak interior blinds in innovative ways such as installing them in place of wardrobe doors to protect clothes and bags from dust. They can also be installed on wine display cabinets, paired with mood lighting and a light porous material such as Ventimesh for the ultimate showcase. And for movie buffs seeking an authentic movie theatre experience, Ziptrak’s blinds double as a projector screen.
SMART HOME INTEGRATION
Both Ziptrak’s outdoor and interior motorised blinds are designed for convenience and can be integrated into your smart home setup, syncing with virtual voice-activated assistants such as Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. With a Wi-Fi bridge and app, you can remotely control your blinds, closing them at the first hint of rain, no matter where you are.
With their high durability, sleek appearance and user-friendly features, Ziptrak’s premium blinds are the perfect choice to enhance your living space, come rain or shine.
For more information, visit Ziptrak Singapore’s website or contact a retailer today.
