Blinds Pricing in Auckland: Our Honest Research
We looked at the Auckland market so you don't have to. Real numbers, real comparisons, and why we believe transparency matters.
Published 4 June 2026 · Research by Kauri Blinds & Curtains
TL;DR — What We Found
- →Auckland blinds prices range from $55/m² to $200+/m² installed
- →Most quotes hide installation fees until the final invoice
- →Our pricing starts at $55/m² including measure, install, and GST
The "Cheapest" Option Trap
You've seen them — ads screaming "Blinds from $29/m²!" or "50% off!" These are the cheapest operators in Auckland, and here's what actually happens:
The Upsell Cycle
- You book based on the low advertised price
- They arrive and "discover" your windows need "premium" fabric (+$40/m²)
- Oh, you want blockout? That's extra (+$25/m²)
- Installation? That's not included (+$50/window)
- By the end, you're paying $150+/m² — same as everyone else
These companies make their money on the upsell. The $29/m² gets you in the door. The $150/m² is what you actually pay.
How Kauri Is Different
- ✓$55/m² is the price you pay — not the starting point for negotiations
- ✓Everything included: measure, installation, fabric, tube, brackets
- ✓Single price specialist: You deal with one person from quote to install
- ✓3-year warranty included — not an upsell
- ✓No surprises. The price we quote is the price on your invoice
How We Researched
In April 2025, we mystery-shopped 12 Auckland blinds companies — from big-box retailers to boutique installers. We requested identical quotes for a standard 3-bedroom home: 8 windows, mix of sizes, standard roller blinds.
Here's what came back:
| Company Type | Quote Range (per m²) | Hidden Costs? |
|---|---|---|
| Big-box retailers | $89–$159 | + install ($35/window) |
| Mid-range specialists | $120–$189 | + measure ($95) |
| Premium designers | $180–$250+ | Consultation fees |
| Kauri Blinds (us) | $55–$99 | All inclusive |
*Research conducted April 2025. Prices approximate and subject to change.
Why Such a Big Price Gap?
1. Showroom Overheads
Fancy showrooms in Grey Lynn and Ponsonby come with rent that gets passed to you. We keep costs down by coming to you — free measure, samples in hand.
2. Middlemen Markups
Many "blinds companies" are resellers. They buy from manufacturers, add 40–60%, then sell to you. We source direct and pass the savings on.
3. The "Low Price" Trap
Some advertise $55/m² blinds, but that's just the fabric. By the time you add tracks, installation, and GST, you're at $120+. Our quotes include everything upfront.
See Our Pricing in Action
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Approximately
$149 — installed
Based on 2.70 m² (180 cm × 150 cm).
Indicative only. Final price confirmed at your free in-home measure.
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The Honest Truth
We're not the cheapest because we cut corners. We're the cheapest because:
- We don't pay for a showroom you don't need
- We source directly from manufacturers
- We believe pricing should be transparent, not a negotiation
Premium quality doesn't need a premium markup. It just needs honesty.
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