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Vertical Blinds
Vertical blinds are sometimes overlooked, but their widespread use in the workplace is a testament to their functionality and success. One of their standout benefits is their simplicity and effectiveness.
Our office vertical blinds are:
- Available in a wide range of colours and fabrics to suit any office style
- Flame retardant and compliant with British safety standards
- Offered with an optional solar protective coating (SPC) to help reduce solar heat gain
They come in two standard louvre (slat) widths: 89mm and 127mm, giving you flexibility in appearance and light control.
Vertical blinds add a subtle decorative touch to any workspace, but their real value lies in how they control the effects of sunlight—a crucial factor in creating a comfortable and productive working environment.
Why vertical blinds matter in the workplace:
- Sunlight can rapidly heat up an office, especially when combined with heat from equipment, making it uncomfortable for staff.
- Vertical blinds help reduce glare, heat, and eye strain, making the space more pleasant and reducing distractions.
- They are ideal for managing light and privacy, easily adjustable with a simple hand-held wand. This wand controls an axle running the length of the head rail, turning the gears that align each slat precisely.
Aesthetically understated yet highly effective, vertical blinds offer a clean, modern look with outstanding functionality.
Venetian Blinds – Timeless Design, Modern Function
Venetian blinds have a distinctive appearance, with slim, flat horizontal slats suspended by ladder cords. Though rooted in a long history, their clean lines and minimalist design make them perfectly suited for today’s modern office environments.
Despite the name, Venetian blinds predate their Italian popularity — similar concepts were used in ancient Egyptian and Chinese civilizations long before they reached Europe. It was in the early 20th century, however, with advances in manufacturing, that Venetian blinds truly rose to prominence — first in industrial settings and later as a design staple in both commercial and residential interiors.
Why Choose Venetian Blinds?
- Timeless design that complements both classic and contemporary spaces
- Simple operation allows for easy, accurate light control
- Keeps interiors cool by managing sunlight and heat during warmer months
- Custom sizing available to fit your workspace perfectly
- Made from lightweight, compact aluminium — ideal when space-saving is a priority
Our Venetian blinds are available in 15mm, 25mm, 35mm, and 50mm slat sizes, with options for solid or perforated slats, giving you maximum flexibility in both appearance and performance.
Whether you're looking for a practical shading solution or a sleek, understated design element, Venetian blinds deliver on both function and style.
Motorised Blinds: Modern, Efficient, and Smart
Enhance your commercial space—whether it's an office, retail outlet, restaurant, or public institution—with the seamless style and performance of motorised blinds. Combining sleek, minimalist design with advanced automation, motorised blinds elevate the visual appeal and functionality of any environment.
Effortless Control & Superior Functionality
Motorised blinds offer full automation, making it easy to manage light and privacy—even for hard-to-reach windows. By optimising natural light, they help reduce glare, retain warmth during colder months, and contribute to overall energy efficiency. This intelligent control also supports sustainability goals by reducing reliance on artificial lighting and HVAC systems.
Safe, Durable & Low-Maintenance
Without chains or cords, motorised blinds are a safer choice for busy workplaces, hospitality venues, and public spaces. They're more resistant to damage from frequent use or mishandling, and their automated functions can even operate when the space is unoccupied, enhancing both efficiency and security.
Inclusive & Distraction-Free
Quiet operation and intuitive controls ensure minimal disruption and greater accessibility for all users, regardless of physical ability. Motorised blinds support a more inclusive, comfortable, and professional environment.
Ideal for Modern Workspaces & Hospitality
Automated blinds add sophistication and practicality to boardrooms, reception areas, or restaurants. High-profile venues—like Manchester’s 20 Stories—already benefit from these advanced shading solutions, using them to enhance atmosphere and guest comfort.
Customisable Mechanisms
Choose from leading motorised systems such as:
- Somfy
- Yewdale
- Louvolite
- Lithium battery-powered options
Blinds for Classrooms: Function Meets Purpose
In educational environments—from primary schools to universities—blinds serve a vital role beyond aesthetics. They are a key component in creating a focused, comfortable, and energy-efficient learning space.
Light Control & Comfort
Blinds help manage natural light, reducing glare and preventing distractions. Blackout blinds are ideal for classrooms using smartboards or projectors, while anti-glare options improve screen visibility in IT-equipped rooms. This light control also helps regulate room temperature, enhancing both comfort and concentration.
Energy Efficiency
By adjusting the amount of sunlight entering the room, blinds contribute to better thermal regulation, helping conserve heat in colder months and reducing the need for artificial lighting.
Child-Safe & Low Disruption
Motorised blinds offer a cord-free, safe solution for classrooms, operated quietly to avoid interrupting lessons. Their automation also ensures ease of use for teachers and staff.
Educational Value
Blinds can be more than functional. With digital printing, they can double as learning tools—featuring maps, diagrams, or educational charts—customised to support the curriculum.
Blinds in classrooms blend practicality with pedagogical support, helping shape spaces that are both efficient and engaging.
VELUX blinds
VELUX blinds can be a great solution for managing light, heat, and privacy in commercial properties with roof windows or skylights. Whether you're outfitting offices, retail spaces, clinics, or hospitality venues.
Why Use VELUX Blinds in Commercial Spaces?
- Light Control: Ideal for managing glare, especially in offices or studios.
- Thermal Efficiency: Help regulate indoor temperature by blocking heat in summer or retaining warmth in winter.
- Professional Look: Clean, modern appearance suitable for business environments.
- Motorized Options: Convenient for high ceilings or hard-to-reach skylights.
Types of VELUX Blinds for commercial use
Blackout Blinds
Meeting rooms, presentation areas, hotels.
Features: 100% light blocking, ideal for AV use or privacy.
Light-Dimming Roller Blinds
Open-plan offices, workspaces.
Features: Softens daylight without full blackout.
Venetian Blinds
Kitchens, labs, healthcare.
Features: Moisture-resistant, adjustable slats.
Energy Blinds (Duo/Cellular)
All-day use spaces.
Features: Insulating honeycomb design; light-filtering or blackout.
Cleaning & maintenance
- Designed to be low maintenance.
- Most fabric options are dust-resistant and easily wiped clean.
- Venetian blinds are especially good in environments requiring frequent cleaning (e.g., food prep areas).
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