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What does curtains & blinds cost?

NZ, incl. GST · updated 2 November 2026

Typical a houseful, made to measure

$3,500

Most jobs land between $400 and $12,000.

BallparkNZ 2026 ballpark. Real Connect quotes take over once there are enough.

An estimate for planning, not a quote.

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Curtains & Blinds

Curtains and blinds

Estimated installed price

$4,000

Most jobs like this land between $2,400 and $6,500, incl. GST, supply and labour.

$380–$1,000 per window

Lined curtains with track, 6 window$380–$1,000 per window$2,280–$6,000
Measure and install$150–$500
NZ 2026 ballparkAn estimate for planning, not a quote.

Includes: Measuring, making to size, the track or hardware, and hanging them.

Not included: Pelmets and bay window curving, motorisation, and repairs to the wall or lining.

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What drives the price

Number and size of windows, blinds versus lined curtains, fabric, and whether tracks and pelmets are included. Ranch sliders cost well over a standard window.

Example jobs

Roller blinds through a 3-bedroom house$1,400–$3,500
Lined curtains and tracks, 6 windows$2,500–$6,500
Thermal curtains, whole house$4,000–$12,000

Example totals are typical NZ ranges incl. GST.

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Questions

How much does curtains & blinds cost in NZ?

A typical a houseful, made to measure is around $3,500 incl. GST, with most jobs between $400 and $12,000. Number and size of windows, blinds versus lined curtains, fabric, and whether tracks and pelmets are included. Ranch sliders cost well over a standard window.

Is this a quote?

No. It is an estimate based on NZ ballparks to help you plan. Post the job on Connect and vetted local tradies will quote your actual job, free.

Why do quotes for the same job vary so much?

Because tradies often quote slightly different jobs. Connect writes one scope with you first so every quote is for the same work and you can compare them properly.

Prices on this page are estimates incl. GST for a typical residential job in NZ and will vary by site, access, materials and season. They are not a quote.

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