The Florence Faux Suede is a made-to-measure Roman blind sold by 247 Blinds, distinguished by its suede-effect fabric texture across a wide colour palette. The Twist&fit heading system means it uses a proprietary clip-fit mechanism rather than a conventional track, which is worth confirming against your existing fittings. With 19 colourways starting from £30.49, it sits at the accessible end of the Roman blind market.

Who it suits

Roman blinds fold into horizontal concertina pleats when raised, giving a softer, more decorative appearance than a roller. That makes the Florence well suited to living rooms and dining rooms where style matters and daytime dimming is more of a priority than full blackout. The fabric drops flat when the blind is down, so the suede texture is visible and adds depth to a scheme without being loud.

The opacity of this range is not stated by the retailer, so confirm with 247 Blinds before ordering if blackout or a specific dimout level is important for your room. For bedrooms where light control is critical, check whether a lining option is available.

Roman blinds are not generally recommended for bathrooms or kitchens. The fabric structure and any lining layer can be damaged by sustained steam and condensation, and faux suede finishes in particular are harder to wipe clean than PVC or aluminium alternatives. Stick to drier rooms for this one.

The colours

19 colours available

The Florence palette spans the full tonal spectrum - from neutral staples like Fresh Cream, Stone, and Grey Mist through to more committed choices including Classic Black, Prussian Blue, Hunter Green, and Dusky Purple. The warm end of the range includes Mink Brown, Taupe Brown, and Petal Pink; the cooler end gives you Cloud Blue and Fern Green. Light Jade and Light Tan sit in the middle ground and work in rooms that need something softer.

The breadth here is genuine - 16 distinctly different colours rather than variations on a single theme. All variants share the same from-price, so colour choice does not affect what you pay.

Price by your dimensions

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With a from-price of £30.49, the Florence sits at the lower end of the made-to-measure Roman blind market. As with all made-to-measure pricing, the cost increases with width and drop, so a small recess window will land at a noticeably lower figure than a wide bay window. Measure carefully before ordering - made-to-measure blinds cannot be returned simply because they do not fit.

How it compares

The Florence's faux suede texture gives it a tactile quality that plain polyester Romans lack, which is the main reason to choose it over a simpler fabric in the same price bracket. If your priority is a clean, flat finish, a plain weave Roman at a similar from-price may serve just as well.

For genuine thermal performance, a Roman blind of any fabric type - including this one - delivers modest results compared with a cellular or honeycomb blind. If your window loses significant heat in winter and energy retention is the main goal, a cellular blind is more effective than any Roman. What the Florence offers instead is softer styling and a colour range wide enough to match most room schemes.

If cord safety is a consideration in children's rooms, check the operation type with 247 Blinds before ordering - UK regulations require cord-safe mechanisms on domestic blinds, and the Twist&fit system's specifics are worth confirming directly.

A note on care

Faux suede fabrics should be vacuumed with a brush attachment to remove dust rather than wiped down with a wet cloth. Spot-clean marks with a barely damp cloth and mild soap, working gently so as not to disturb the nap of the fabric. Avoid soaking the fabric or exposing it to steam, and confirm the retailer's specific care instructions on delivery.

Fittings for this fabric

The same fabric and blind type is sold in more than one fitting:

  • Standard from £13.28 fixed with drilled brackets
  • No-drill (twist-fit) from £30.49 about +£17 on the standard blind clips onto a UPVC frame, no screws

No-drill and clip-in fittings suit UPVC windows and renters, but they cap out at the largest window sizes - check the maximum drop before ordering for a tall window.