motorised blinds

  1. Enhancing Comfort and Safety: Choosing the Right Blinds for Care Homes

    Care Home Blinds

    At A1 Blinds, we cater to a wide range of commercial properties including residential and care settings. Window blinds in these kinds of establishments are absolutely paramount for a number of reasons including privacy, safety and emotiona and physical well-being.  Here are some reasons why we think you should consider window blinds when looking after those at risk or the elderly:

     

    1. Privacy and Dignity: Blinds allow residents to control their level of privacy, enabling them to adjust the window coverings according to their preferences. This promotes a sense of dignity and autonomy, which is particularly important in care home settings.

    2. Light Control: Blinds offer residents the ability to control the amount of natural light entering their rooms. Proper light control can create a comfortable and soothing environment, while also helping to regulate sleep patterns and enhance mood.

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  2. 10 Things To Know Before Buying Blinds

    Vision Blinds

    Are you thinking of buying window blinds? Our home consultations are a great way to learn about the various styles and fabrics on offer and our expert team can go through all the technical terms and specifications with you to ensure you are getting not only the best deal possible, but the blinds chosen for your space are the right kind not only aesthetically, but practically too. However, if you are not in the window coverings business, knowing what information will be helpful before committing to your purchase can be confusing.  Here are our top 10 tips for things to know before buying blinds:

    Window Measurements:

    As part of our free home consultations, we offer free window measurements so you do not need to worry about getting the ladder out and measuring your windows yourself. It is however useful to note that the larger your windows are, the more it is going to cost to custom build and fit a blind

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  3. Safe Blinds For The Healthcare Sector

    Healthcare Blinds

    Our carefully selected range of blinds prioritises durability and low maintenance, addressing the major concern of cost without compromising on quality. Many of our fabrics come with an Ultra-Fresh™ anti-microbial coating that eliminates the MRSA superbug and other harmful microorganisms on contact. Additionally, these blinds are machine washable, ensuring they remain fresh and hygienic for extended periods. These features make our blinds ideal for healthcare settings where cleanliness and infection control are paramount. We take pride in offering competitive prices while delivering a product that meets the highest standards of performance and safety.

    • Hospitals
    • Care Homes
    • Doctors Surgeries
    • Dentists
    • Residential Homes
    • Elderly Care
    • Sure Start Centres
    • Waiting Rooms

     

    Our range of blinds have been carefully chosen with durability and low maintenance in mind. We understand t

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  4. Motorised Blinds: Everything To Consider!

    Motorised Blinds For Your Home

    Are motorised blinds better than normal blinds? Do I REALLY need to remotely control my blinds? I'd love motorised blinds but can I really afford them?

    Do these questions sound familiar? Well, this guide has been designed to help you answer some of the burning questions about motorised blinds!

    How do they work?

    Motorised blinds can be opened and closed using an electrical unit that turns the bar that the blind is attached to. These motors are small but powerful pieces of equipment and use minimal power to operate, increasing their efficiency! Depending on your personal preferences or what is

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  5. Top Technology Trends For Window Blinds

    Top Technology Trends For Window Blinds

    There are many top trends with blind designs and the technology used within them. Blinds are popular with homeowners looking to make their windows more stylish and functional. With technology like motorised controls, voice-activated commands, and smart sensors, blind designs are now being taken to the next level.

    Blinds that are safe for kids have grown in demand too. Hospitals have changed the technology they use in blinds to stop the spread of germs. Residential homes within the economic crisis have been looking at ways to save on their energy bills and have looked towards their blinds to help. Have you wondered about the top trends currently when shopping for blinds? You’re in the right place as we take a closer look at the best window blinds and technology.

    Energy saving blinds help insulate homes. They help by keeping warm inside and cold air out. Their popularity h

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  6. What are the benefits of motorised blinds?

    motorised blinds

    Motorised blinds are simply blinds that can go up and down using a remote or controller. They are powered by a rechargeable battery or can be wired into the mains. But why should you choose motorised blinds for your home, and what are the benefits?

    Motorised window blinds are safer for children and pets

    Compared to other blind types, motorised blinds are safer for children and pets. Traditional blinds tend to use cords or chains to control the blind. These cords can become a choking hazard, especially when the cord system uses a loop.

    Motorised blinds remove the need to hang cords, chains or strings and give you peace of mind when your children and pets are in the room.

    Motorised blinds can help the energy efficiency of your home

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  7. How Do Motorised Blinds Work?

    Motorised window blinds

    Let’s get straight into this… How do motorised blinds work you ask? Motorised blinds are opened and closed by a small, motorised unit that turns the bar that the blind is attached to. The motors are extremely efficient and use minimal power to operate.

    These motors are powered in one of two ways. You can either attach them up to your mains supply or use rechargeable batteries. Both options are great, it just depends on your preference!

    A mains power supply option is ideal for new build or extension scenarios, as the wiring can be installed during the build to accommodate the blinds. If you’d rather not wire them up to your mains, rechargeable blinds are perfect. Battery-powered blinds are completely wireless, and the batteries can be removed and installed easily within the blind shaft itself.

    Control Options

    In today’s world, we know it’s not a one size fit’s all scenario when it comes to how we c

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  8. What Are the Benefits of Buying Made-to-Measure Blinds?

    Buying made to measure blinds

    Made-to-measure blinds come with a long list of benefits. They are superior to their off-the-shelf alternatives for many, many reasons. But first, let us explain exactly what they are!

    Made-to-measure window coverings are made to fit your window and your window only. Using your measurements, and the fabric and lining that you’ve chosen, we go off and make your blinds, exactly as you’ve asked. No two made-to-measure blinds are the same. And that’s their beauty.

    The alternative option is off-the-shelf blinds. These are the ready-made option. You’ll find them packaged up on the shelves, in set colours and sizes. Whilst they’re a quick solution to window coverings, off-the-shelf blinds are unlikely to fit your windows and meet your requirements as they should.

    Stay with us whilst we take a closer look at the benefits of made-measure-blinds to help you make the best decision possible…

    Discover 6 Benefits of Buying M

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  9. How To Choose Blinds For Living Rooms

    How To Choose Blinds For Living Rooms

    Choosing the best blinds for living rooms can be tricky. There are so many options with different functionalities! Plus, it’s probably where you spend most of your time, so you’ll want to make sure you make the right decision.

    Rollers, Romans, Verticals, Venetians, Vision, Panel, Pleated, Velux, Perfect-Fit, Shutters, and Allusion are all suitable blinds for living rooms. But to find the best blinds for your living room, you’ll need to consider what you want the blinds for! This is because all styles and fabric choices offer different benefits.

    What to Consider When Choosing Blinds for Living Rooms

    1) Blinds for Living Rooms with Light and Privacy Control

    Is your living room facing the main road, another house, or a busy park? Do you often catch passers-by peering in? If the answer to any of the above is yes, privacy control should be a key consideration.

    If it is privacy control you require, we recommend three different blind styles: Visio

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  10. All you need to know about roller blinds

    Roller Blinds

    Adding a roller blind can quickly and cost effectively transform the look of any room, adding a stylish finishing touch to any design scheme.

    What is a Roller blind?

    A roller blind is a piece of fabric which fits into the top of your window frame. This can be within or outside of your window recess. They are operated by a side-winding chain attached to the blind casing at the top.

    Motorised controls and smart controls are also available giving you the option to open and close your blinds remotely or by speaking to your smart device, for example, your Amazon Alexa or Google Home. 

    What is a roller blind?

    What type of windows are best for roller blinds?

    Roller blinds are suitable for almost any type of window and can also be used on doors like patio or bi-fold doors. They are

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