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21Aug

Steven Ellis – Valued Customer

I contacted Shades Blinds after seeing their advert on Facebook and had a look at the deals they were offering. I then decided to go with their buy 3 get 1 free offer on Vertical Blinds for the month of August. So I booked an appointment online through the link on the advert and was […]

Posted by jthomas
On August 21, 2017
blinds, Customers, glasgow, verticals
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04Aug

Caroline Park – Valued Customer

Caroline was a previous customer from Dumbarton who purchased a roller blind from Shades blinds a few years back. Caroline was so pleased with the service we provided back they few years ago that she has recently come back to us in July of 2017 to purchase a further three vertical blinds for her home. […]

Posted by jthomas
On August 4, 2017
Customers, stories, Vertical blinds
2 likes

09Jul

How to Choose the Perfect Blind for a Conservatory

A conservatory is a fantastic addition to the home, offering an extra room that can be enjoyed by the entire family. They come in many shapes and sizes, and there is no shortage of uses for a conservatory, from an exquisite dining room where you can eat in style with the family to a cosy […]

Posted by jthomas
On July 9, 2017
Conservatory, light, style, temperature
1 likes

07Jul

How to Match Curtains with Blinds

While most households tend to have either curtains or blinds, many are opting to combine the two to create a very stylish addition to any room. Not only does matching blinds and curtains offer the opportunity to create an attractive feature at a window, it allows for even more light to be blocked from a […]

Posted by jthomas
On July 7, 2017
blinds, Curtains, roller, romans, venetians
1 likes

05Jul

Why Professional Blind Measuring and Fitting is Important

Blinds are one of the most popular types of window covers sold today. Offering the perfect balance between style and function, blinds come in many different styles, colours, materials, and textures that it is easy to find something for everyone. While it is certainly possible to measure and install blinds yourself, there can be some […]

Posted by jthomas
On July 5, 2017
diy, fitting, installation, measuring
1 likes

03Jul

What are Water Resistant Blinds and Where to Best Use Them?

With so many different types of blinds available, understanding the differences between each of them can cause a headache. Some are more popular than others so are easier to identify, such as roller or vertical blinds, which are rather self-explanatory. One type of blind that not everyone is aware of is water resistance blinds. So, […]

Posted by jthomas
On July 3, 2017
pvc, roller, waterproof, wooden
3 likes

01Jul

Blind Safety for Children and Pets

Blinds are beautiful addition to any room, offering a sophisticated furnishing for a window that not only looks great but offers many benefits such as light control and privacy. However, an overlooked aspect regarding blinds is how they hazardous they can potentially be for young children and small pets. Blind cords can be incredibly dangerous […]

Posted by jthomas
On July 1, 2017
child, cordless, pets, safety
1 likes

29Jun

Best Choice of Blind for Your Bay Window

Bay windows are a magnificent feature for any room. These windows are traditionally found on Victorian era architecture, although many modern homes feature now feature, and are characterised by their design that projects the windows outwards. Known for flooding a room with light, bay windows boast an attractive design that adds a great sense of […]

Posted by jthomas
On June 29, 2017
roller, roman, vertical
2 likes

27Jun

Window Shutters Buying Guide

While not as common as most other window coverings, window shutters a sophisticated and stylish addition to any room. In fact, window shutters are increasing in popularity as they become more widely available, offering homeowners a chance to try something a little more unique than traditional blinds or curtains. They offer all the same benefits, […]

Posted by jthomas
On June 27, 2017
blinds, window shutters
2 likes

26Jun

How Types of Blinds Get Their Name

As anyone that has looked for blinds can confirm, there is certainly a fair few options available to buy. This can make things rather confusing for people looking for a set of blinds that do not have much knowledge on the subject, especially when hearing the unique names for all the different types of blinds. […]

Posted by jthomas
On June 26, 2017
roller, roman, venetian, vertical
2 likes

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