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Winter 2020 – Get Ready For The Cold With Thermal Window Blinds

The colder days are definitely on the horizon and so is the need for thermal window blinds. If you’re someone who counts down the days until crisp leaves dot the floor and the fire becomes your haven every evening, then we’re moving into your favourite time of the year. And, if not, it’s still time to think about your home decor and how to adapt it for cooler days. When it comes to getting ready for Winter, most of us lean towards unpacking fluffy blankets and snuggling into our new slippers. But, did you know what your window blind choice can also have an impact on how cosy your home is? 

Atlantex Asc Dark Blue Roller Blinds – Shop4Blinds
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Brave Ground – Incorporate Dulux’s Colour of The Year 2021 into your home with the right window blinds

Every single year, The Colour Of The Year announcement has architects, interior designers and homeowners fluttering with anticipation. This month, Dulux announced that their candidate for 2021 was Brave Ground – a warm, earthy brown said to ‘create a feeling of stability, growth and potential’ It seems that, in our current climate, the colour powerhouse has identified a need for the world to draw on the positives and thread this through their interior design. 

Dulux announces Brave Ground as The Colour of The Year 2021

So, what does this mean for you? Well, short of decorating your entire home in this bolstering shade, we’re here to show you how hues like warm browns and other earthy tones can be easily incorporated into your home. And what better way than through your window blinds. 

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Maintaining Vertical Blinds – The Shop4Blinds Guide

The best way to keep your window blinds looking pristine is by proper care. While general rules apply to move types, there are some specific methods you can use for maintaining vertical blinds. Where once, these window dressings were reserved for office spaces, they are now finding their way into homes of all sizes. So we’ve pulled together this guide to help you keep your vertical blinds perfect for many years to come. 

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A Window Blind Fabrics Guide

The right window blind can do wonders for your home. Not only are they designed to bring colour, style and elegance into a space. Modern blinds also work functionally to support the needs of everyone in the house. No matter the size of your window, the scope of your interior design or the specific requirements of a space, the right window blind will benefit you in a multitude of ways. 

In today’s guide, we’re going to take a deeper look at window blind fabrics. You may think that the colour, pattern and style of a blind is your main focus. But, once you discover how functional window blind materials can be, we promise you’ll be focusing more on this vital component. 

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The 6 Most Common Window Blind Problems And How To Fix Them

The window blinds in your home are likely to be some of the most used items. After all, they’ll be rolled up and down every single morning to allow light in. And, during hotter or colder days, we advise you use them intelligently to manage temperature and light. Therefore, it’s not uncommon for people to have window blind problems that hinder this use. Most of the time, these issues are very easy to rectify and just take some insider knowledge to solve. This blog post will look at the 6 most common window blind problems and provide advice, from our expert team, on how to fix them. 

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Why you should opt for solar reflective window blinds in your home

On average, the UK has 183 days of sunshine per annum. That means that 50% of our days in a year are flooded with sunshine. Solar reflective window blinds have been designed specifically to fit the requirements posed by all of these sun rays. As a nation, we love Summer. There’s nothing quite like picnics with loved ones, spending days at the beach or simply sitting in your garden, enjoying the world go by. When we think of sunshine, it’s hard to pinpoint any negatives. 

Classic Blue Atlantex Roller Blinds
Classic Blue Atlantex Roller Blinds
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The Ultimate Guide To Finding The Perfect Summer Window Blind

There are so many things to love about Summer. More Vitamin D, days out with family and memories that last a lifetime. But one of the downsides to this bright and wonderful time is the challenge of controlling excessive heat and light in our homes. Yes, we want to spend as much as time outside, enjoying everything that UK Summer has to offer. But, it’s just as important that we have chilled and relaxing spaces in our homes to cool down. Finding the perfect summer window blind takes a bit of expert knowledge and planning but there are so many options available on the market now, we’re here to help you find the right one. 

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The Right Blind To Make Your Room Feel More Spacious

Traditionally, we’ve been told that smaller rooms are harder to style. Spaces that struggle to find natural light or accommodate the storage that we need can present problems to busy working families. To combat this, interior designers continue to tweak and adjust out homes to make even the boxiest of rooms feel large. And, here at Shop4Blinds, we believe that the right window blind can make your home feel much more spacious. 

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Eco-friendly blinds | Creating a sustainable and eco-friendly home

A dressed living room window

Are you keen on creating a more eco-friendly home? Perhaps you’re becoming more aware of the impact your carbon footprint is having on the world. Or, maybe you want to reduce household bills and teach your family how important it is to be mindful of our impact on the planet. Either way, understanding how to use eco-friendly blinds and measures on a daily basis is easy. And, our blog will go over some things you can do today to improve the sustainability of your home. 

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Should vertical blinds only be used in offices?

When we talk about vertical blinds, it isn’t uncommon for people to assume they’re only for one type of room – offices. However, this practical and stylish blind is massively underrated as an option for your home too. Here at Shop4Blinds, we manufacture bespoke vertical blinds for every room and can confidently tell you, they work just as well in bedrooms, living rooms and kitchens as well. This blog post will take a look at the benefits of vertical blinds and why they’re no longer only for offices. 

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