Sometimes referred to as 'top to bottom blinds', vertical blinds have seen a radical development over recent years. You only have to look around the homes near you to see that window blinds are now the preferred option for both privacy and security, with 'old fashioned' nets rapidly becoming a thing of the past. The main reason is the breath-taking introduction of 'designer' fabrics in addition to the budget fabrics that remain ever popular. There is also a huge choice of fabrics, colours and designs to suit every taste and budget. Plus, with the busy lives that people lead these days, the regular washing and ironing necessary for net curtains is a hassle many could do without. With vertical blinds their very 'vertical slat' design means that they do not accumulate dust easily and need far less attention than alternative window coverings. Another bonus of vertical blinds is that they give you the option of having the slats in various positions, each position satisfying a particular need:

Want to block out the world? Want to see what's going on outside but retain your privacy?dunelm mill duck egg blue curtains Want to maximise your outlook?ready made curtains in burton on trent Where can vertical blinds be used?jcpenney voile curtains Extremely versatile, vertical blinds can quite literally be used almost anywhere that you require a window covering.argos blackout curtains blue From the various rooms in your house such as kitchens, bedrooms, lounges, bathrooms and conservatories to caravans, porches, sheds, orangeries, lofts and more. Vertical blinds can also be supplied in a range of blackout fabrics.

Blackout blinds are ideal for a baby's nursery, helping them get to sleep during the day or for adults struggling to get a good night's sleep. If you have a street light outside your house or are regularly disturbed by the blare of car headlights, a blackout blind could help to make you wake up refreshed, rather than with bags under your eyes. Fire retardant fabrics are often a requirement by law for commercial locations and Geoff Wilkinsons Select Blinds offer a full range of fire-retardant fabrics, whether to comply with the law, or simply for that extra peace of mind. Operating tracks for vertical blinds are available in various grades, but it is essential, in order to avoid future disappointment, that a high quality track is used. Geoff Wilkinsons Select Blinds provide a high quality tracking system on all their blinds, whilst still remaining competitively priced. Tracks are available in white, brown and gold, to either blend in seamlessly with their surrounding, or to enable you to 'make a statement' with your colour design.

All our vertical blinds are fitted by the business owner who has over 20 years experience in the blinds industry. This means you can rest assured that he will be able to answer any questions you may have about a product. As the person you purchased the blind from is also the person who will fit them, you can relax in the knowledge that you will receive both a professional result and a guaranteed first-rate after sales service. Our experience over the past 20 years has encompassed blind fitting in a variety of commercial locations, including solicitors offices, accountants, factories, offices, shops and a telemarketing suite totalling over 150 blinds. Please call us now for a competitive quote. Child and Pet Safety In accordance with the 2014 changes to the child safety requirements for the Blind Industry, Geoff Wilkinsons Select Blinds only sell and install BS EN 13120:2009+A1:2014 compliant products, thus helping to ensure the safety of your children and pets.

Call for a Quote For a free no-obligation quotation, please contact us with your details. Run by me, Geoff Wilkinson, Select Blinds is a family business aiming to offer a high quality product at a reasonable price. With over 20 years experience, we pride ourselves in a professional, friendly and personal service, treating our customers as we would expect to be treated. To learn more about our approach, please take a look at our About Us page. Testimonials from previous customers and a Photo Gallery of our work are also available. We offer made to measure vertical blinds throughout Blackpool and the Fylde Coast. Including Blackpool, Fleetwood, Thornton-Cleveleys, Poulton-le-Fylde, Lytham St Annes, Kirkham, Staining, Wrea Green, Bispham, Wesham, Warton, Freckleton, Hambleton, Knott-end and Over Wyre. Give us a call today! Your selection has produced 0 results Kids' Curtains & Blinds 'From' value that is a number Please enter a 'From' value

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