The Benefits of Buying Blinds Online

The Benefits of Buying Blinds Online

Have you considered the benefits of buying blinds online? If you haven’t, then you might be missing out on making a better home a much easier process. When you buy blinds the old-fashioned way, it can take more time than you might expect. You might need to visit showrooms, speak with teams and go through a whole host of steps before getting your blinds installed.

However, buying blinds online streamlines the process. Instead of going through those steps, you can see all the options from the comfort of your own home. Not only that, you can get them delivered to your door anywhere in the UK, meaning you don’t have to travel or worry about a company’s coverage area. And, finally, you can install your blinds yourself with ease and at your own pace.

At Easyfit Blinds, we make buying blinds online even easier. We offer a wide range of the most popular blind styles, and we offer free delivery across the UK. From there, we’ll supply our high-quality designs to your home without hassle, and you can fit them with ease. Get in touch with Easyfit today to discover how we make buying blinds online the best choice for your home!

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More Choice When Buying Blinds Online

When you choose Easyfit for buying blinds online, you’ll get a wide range of options to choose from. We’re proud to have created a broad, expansive collection of styles that cover the needs of homeowners across the UK. You can choose from traditional options, more modern solutions, or even opt for unique motorised blinds! No matter your choice, you can get made-to-measure designs that suit your home seamlessly.

As part of our range of blinds available online, you can choose Vertical, Roller, Venetian, Wooden Venetian, Roman, Vision, Pleated and Motorised blinds for your home. With all of these options, you can make a bolder choice for the look and feel of your living space. Wooden Venetian blinds add traditional appeal, whereas softer roller and pleated blinds provide a more modern feel.

With all of our blinds, you can customise them online as well. All you have to do is tell us which style you want, and you can pick unique colours and fabric options from there. As a result, you’ll have complete control over the design of your blinds. Not only that, we can manufacture blinds in complex and expansive shapes, meaning we can react to custom orders and supply blinds for large glazed areas.

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Free Nationwide Delivery When Buying Blinds Online

Getting blinds to your home the old-fashioned way can be tricky. You often have to find an installer near you that will cover your area, and from there, you have to wait for them to find time in their schedule to see you. But, with Easyfit, buying blinds online means you can get your new designs delivered free. And, as a national provider, we deliver our designs anywhere in the UK.

We can react quickly to all orders and manufacture them to your needs, too. At Easyfit, we make all of our blinds at our safety-accredited factory, and only expert craftspeople work on our blinds to make them the best they can be. From there, we can bring your blinds to your door quickly and easily. You’ll never find a simpler way of bringing blinds to your home than buying them online with us!

Also, we make sure that buying blinds online doesn’t have to cost more. It’s because all of our products come with free UK delivery, meaning you won’t have to pay anything more than a fair price for your brand-new blinds. At Easyfit, we think amazing blinds are only amazing when they’re affordable. Get in touch or explore our full range to see our competitive prices!

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Buying Self-Installed Blinds Online

Installing your blinds can be frustrating when you work with some companies. It’s because, at the end of the day, you’re always letting strangers into your home to do the job. As a result, some companies might charge high installation costs and even do a poor job. Because of this, you could be paying more than you need to for a service that gives you less than you expected.

However, at Easyfit, we don’t think blinds are tricky to install – at least, our designs aren’t. Because of this, we only supply self-install blinds for your home. By installing your blinds yourself, you can reduce the cost of your investment, fit your blinds at your own pace, and you won’t have to rely on external professionals to do the job. You’ll be in much more control of your investment.

And, with our free measuring service, you can make sure your blinds are made to measure. No matter the design you need, we’ll create it in our specialised factory and make sure that it meets your precise specifications. Along with our broad range of designs and free nationwide delivery, buying blinds online from Easyfit is always straightforward.

Buying Blinds Online Prices

Get in touch to explore Easyfit’s full range of prices for buying blinds online today! You’ll find stylish, made-to-measure and competitively priced designs for your home in seconds.

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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