How Thermal Roller Blinds Keep Your Home Warm

How Thermal Roller Blinds Keep Your Home Warm

How do thermal roller blinds keep your home warm? By installing thermal roller blinds, you could add another layer of insulation to your home. It’s particularly useful to install thermal roller blinds if you have old windows or doors that can let energy escape your home. Your blinds will be able to make your property warmer at a much lower cost than a glazing or full window replacement!

With thermal roller blinds, you’ll get thermal protection for your home you can control. When the weather is colder, you can pull your blinds down to prevent heat transfer in your home. Your blinds will cover the glazing in your windows and doors and reflect not only cold air but hot air as well. Because of this, thermal roller blinds can keep your home cool as well as warm.

At Easyfit, we know how good thermal roller blinds can be to keep your home warm. And, with our wide range of durable, hard-wearing designs created at our manufacturing base by expert craftspeople, we can offer blinds that do that job and so much more. Our blinds are fully customisable, affordable, and delivered to your door. Get in touch with Easyfit today, and fit thermal roller blinds to keep your home warm with ease.

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Thermal Roller Blinds Insulation

Roller blinds work by coming down across the whole aperture of your window or door. When you pull them down, the fabric design slides downward to fill the whole design, meaning no gaps are left for cold air to get around. Additionally, the fabric itself can either absorb or reflect heat energy. Because of this, roller blinds are practical for home and commercial uses and effective for insulating your living space as well.

Our roller blinds come made-to-measure your home to provide complete thermal protection. And, when the weather is colder, your blinds will prevent cold air from passing through your glazing and into your home. Additionally, thermal roller blinds can keep your home warm by preventing hot air from escaping. As a result, you’ll be able to capture more of your property’s natural heat.

So, with thermal roller blinds, you can keep your home warm throughout the year. And, because they can reflect heat away, you could also keep your home cool on hot summer days. You’ll be able even to reduce your energy bills. You’ll save money and decrease your carbon footprint as well. When your home is comfortable, you won’t even have to have your blinds pulled down either!

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Thermal Roller Blinds Solar Gain

We’ve seen how thermal roller blinds can keep your home warm. However, they can keep your home comfortable in any condition. On hot summer days, some windows and doors can allow excess sunlight to enter your home. Not only does this allow harmful UV rays into your living space, potentially causing harm to carpets and furniture, but this can create solar gain as well.

Solar gain occurs when light reflects off of glass, creating an uncomfortably bright sunspot that can be blinding. As a result, solar gain can make your living space not only hotter but more difficult to use comfortably. However, our thermal roller blinds keep your home cool by reducing the warm sunlight entering your home and preventing it from reflecting off the glass. So, when you use your living space with your thermal roller blinds down, you’ll be able to see without any issues.

You can also reduce the amount of light that enters your living space with thermal roller blinds by reducing solar gain. Roller blinds are made-to-measure, meaning they can allow almost no light in if you don’t want to. As a result, these blinds achieve a blackout effect, perfect for shutting the world out. So, if you have trouble sleeping or just want some quiet, our thermal roller blinds do so much more than keep your home warm.

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Thermal Roller Blinds Fabric

Another of the reasons our thermal roller blinds keep your home warm so well is down to the fabric. At Easyfit, all of our thermal roller blinds come with specialised fabrics that are designed to keep your home warm for years to come. Our durable, hard-wearing fabric design won’t wear down, fray or fade. Because of this, you can pick a bold design in confidence, knowing it won’t lose its shine.

However, you can also invest in our thermal roller blinds while knowing they’ll always perform at their best. Because the fabric is so resilient, gaps won’t emerge that cold air could exploit to enter your home. Not only that, the fabric won’t weaken or become thinner, meaning the insulating properties of your thermal roller blinds are retained. And, by reducing solar gain with thermal roller blinds, you’ll also be able to keep your home cool as well as warm.

With Easyfit’s thermal roller blinds, you’ll be able to keep your home warm whenever you need to. And, with our free UK delivery service, you can get them quickly and affordably. Our thermal roller blinds come to your door made-to-measure and made by experts, too, meaning you’ll always get a high-quality design. Not only that, they’re easy to install yourself, making getting new blinds a doddle.

Easyfit’s Thermal Roller Blinds Keep Your Home Warm

Choose Easyfit’s thermal roller blinds to keep your home warm for less today!

Shop our full range on our website today or contact us if you’d like to learn more about how our thermal roller blinds could keep your home warm.

Case Study: Newcastle Airport Control Tower

Case Study: Newcastle Airport Control Tower

40 Custom Tension Pleated Blinds for Newcastle Airport Control Tower

Client: Newcastle International Airport
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Sector: Aviation – Air Traffic Control
Scope: 40 Bespoke Tension Pleated Blinds
Project Status: Delivered to Spec, On Time

The Project

We were commissioned to design and install 40 custom tension pleated blinds for Newcastle International Airport’s Air Traffic Control Tower. This wasn’t a straightforward job – the tower’s unique architecture and operational restrictions made it one of the most complex installations we’ve ever delivered.


What the Client Needed

The brief was simple but critical: shading and light control in an environment where visibility is paramount. The blinds needed to perform flawlessly to reduce glare, enhance comfort, and maintain clear sightlines for air traffic controllers at all times.


The Challenge

The tower’s design created a unique technical challenge: the windows are narrower at the top than the bottom. This meant the blinds had to operate in reverse, raising issues with tension and stability. Getting them to stay in place was no small feat.


How We Overcame It

Our team engineered a bespoke solution using:

  • Maximum tension throughout each blind system
  • Reinforced top bars for durability
  • Discreet magnetic strips to keep blinds secure

We worked closely with the client throughout, being completely transparent about the technical hurdles. To build confidence, we produced working samples that were tested and signed off before full manufacture began.


Working in a Live Air Traffic Control Tower

This wasn’t just a technical project – it was also about precision planning. Working in one of the UK’s busiest control towers meant strict security measures:

  • All staff were vetted and security checked
  • Passports had to be presented at each entry
  • Access was tightly restricted and visits limited

To meet these requirements, we planned every step of the installation around an agreed programme of works, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and minimal disruption to airport operations.


The Result

The new blinds have transformed the tower environment, delivering:

✅ Glare reduction
✅ Improved visibility for controllers
✅ Greater comfort in a high-pressure workplace

The client praised not only the quality of the finished product but also our communication, professionalism, and how smoothly the installation was managed.


The Bigger Picture

This project highlights our ability to deliver bespoke blind solutions for even the most complex environments. From innovative design to meticulous project management, we can adapt to buildings where standard systems simply won’t work.


Ready for the Next One

If you’ve got a project that demands a tailored shading solution – whether it’s an airport, a commercial office, or a uniquely shaped building – we’ve got the expertise to deliver.

Get in touch with our team today to discuss how we can design, manufacture, and install blinds that meet your exact requirements.

Blackout Blinds & Children’s Sleep: A Cosy Recipe for Rest

Blackout Blinds & Children’s Sleep: A Cosy Recipe for Rest

When it comes to getting little ones to bed, few things are as powerful as a pitch dark and well regulated room environment. Blackout blinds for children offer a proven solution – from boosting sleep hormone levels to keeping bedrooms cool in summer and warm in winter.

🌙 Why Darkness Matters for Children

Encouraging Melatonin Production
Exposure to light – even low light – can suppress melatonin by up to 90%, the hormone vital for sleep regulation. A darkened kids’ room enables natural melatonin levels to rise, helping children wind down and stay asleep longer.

Better Quality & Longer Sleep
According to the UK Sleep Council, around 30% of children aged 3-17 struggle with sleep onset or staying asleep through the night. By blocking early morning light or ambient evening glow, blackout blinds in nurseries and children’s bedrooms can help extend total sleep time – especially useful in summer, when dawn breaks as early as 4:30 AM.

    🗣️ Parents’ Real World Experiences

    From UK parenting groups, many families report that blackout blinds dramatically improve early-morning wake-ups and overnight sleep:

    We desperately need blackout blinds otherwise they’ll be up SO early… just won’t be able to get to sleep.” – Nichole.
    Blackout blinds saved the day… she slept through the night again.” – Shannon.

    While airflow can be a trade off – especially with Velcro fit or fixed sheets – parents often find blackout solutions for kids that still allow for ventilation, such as blinds with suction cups or thermal liners.

    🌡️ Temperature Control: Summer & Winter Benefits

    In Summer
    • Thick, opaque materials block sunlight and reduce solar heat gain, making children’s bedrooms cooler even without air conditioning.
    • Tips from parents: using reflective foil, keeping blinds closed during heat of day, and opening only when ambient air is cooler.

    In Winter
    • Windows are responsible for up to 40% of home heat loss. Thermal blackout blinds for children’s rooms act as an insulating layer, trapping warmth and reducing the chill from cold panes.
    • Retaining heat helps maintain a cosy sleep friendly environment even on frosty nights.

    📊 Sleep & Health Stats (UK based context)
    • Sleep struggles: 30% of children aged 3–17 experience sleep disruptions.
    • Ideal bedroom temperature: 16–18 °C for optimal REM sleep; both overheating and chilliness disrupt sleep patterns.

    Recommended sleep durations:
    • Ages 3–5: 10–13 hours
    • Ages 6–12: 9–12 hours

    ✅ What Blackout Blinds Offer for a Child’s Bedroom

    • Total or near-total darkness helps children fall asleep more easily and stay asleep longer without waking too early.
    • An added insulation and thermal layer keeps rooms cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, ensuring year-round comfort.
    • Noise dampening materials reduce outside noise, making it easier for children to rest without disturbances.
    • A cordless or child-safe design improves safety in nurseries and bedrooms, removing potential hazards.
    • Easy-to-open and close blinds offer flexibility for daytime naps or letting in fresh air when needed.
    • Total or near-total darkness helps children fall asleep more easily and stay asleep longer without waking too early.

    🧸 Tips for Parents

    • Choose child-safe blackout blinds – cordless or securely fitted – to avoid hazards.
    • Go for a snug, custom fit to reduce light leakage and maximise insulation.
    • In summer, close blinds during the hottest part of the day. In winter, close them overnight to trap heat.
    • Consider blackout blinds with side tracks or thermal lining for better light and temperature control.

    🌟 Final Thoughts

    Blackout blinds are more than just sleep accessories – they’re essential tools in creating a calm, restful space for kids. They help regulate temperature, support natural sleep cycles, and reduce those early wake-ups that can disrupt the whole household. For children (and their parents), a well-fitted blackout blind might just be the most peaceful upgrade you can make to a bedroom.

    Case Study: St James Boulevard, Newcastle

    Case Study: St James Boulevard, Newcastle

    482 Roller Blinds Delivered for Student Accommodation – On Time, In Full


    Client: Private Developer
    Location:
    St James Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne
    Sector:
    Commercial – Student Accommodation
    Scope:
    482 Roller Blinds
    Project Status:
    Delivered On Time and In Full (OTIF)


    The Project

    We were proud to be chosen to supply and install 482 roller blinds for a major new-build student accommodation scheme right in the heart of Newcastle city centre. St James Boulevard is a fast-developing area – and this project was all about high-spec, modern student living. Our blinds now form part of that premium finish.

    How It Came About

    This one came through a LinkedIn referral – a great example of our work speaking for itself. Thanks to our reputation for reliability, quality, and our hands-on approach, we were recommended for the job. With in-house manufacturing and years of experience in student accommodation, we were the right fit from day one.

    What the Client Needed

    The brief was clear: style, safety, and performance.
    We supplied blinds that ticked every box:

    • Blackout fabric for full privacy and light control
    • Fire-retardant (FR) materials to meet regulations
    • Colour-matched components for a clean, consistent look
    • A solution that was cost-effective without compromising on quality

    Why They Chose Us

    We brought more than just products to the table:

    • We’re a local manufacturer with full control of our production schedule
    • We’ve got a proven track record in commercial and student accommodation work
    • We listened, adapted, and delivered exactly what was needed
    • Our team kept things simple, professional, and on track from start to finish

    How We Delivered

    From the first site visit to the final installation, we worked in phases, fitting in with the client’s build schedule. Each floor was carefully surveyed, manufactured, and installed without a hitch.

    • ✅ Delivered On Time and In Full
    • ✅ Zero defects across all 11 floors
    • ✅ Smooth installation with minimal disruption to other contractors

    What the Client Said

    “Thank you for A1 Blinds’ commitment to the project – much appreciated. The rooms look very crisp. A1 Blinds have done a very good job and have been very helpful throughout.”

    Nick Campfield, Project Director

    The Result

    This was a big one – and we’re proud of the result. The blinds we supplied don’t just look the part – they add comfort and functionality to every room. More importantly, we proved once again that we can handle large-scale commercial work without ever dropping the ball.

    In 2024 alone, we delivered over £250,000 worth of commercial blind solutions – and with more exciting projects already underway, 2025 is shaping up to be even bigger.


    Ready for the Next One

    With projects like St James Boulevard under our belt, our commercial division is going from strength to strength. If you’re planning a development and want a trusted, local partner for blinds and shading – we’re ready when you are.

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