FAQs

We allow plenty of time when you book your free consultation to address any questions you might have, or you are welcome to give us a call or pop into our showroom in Birmingham. Nevertheless, here are some of the questions we get asked:

I already know what fabric I want – can you source this for me?

We are an independent organization, which implies that we are not related to any specific supplier. Typically, if you have anything particular in mind, we can source specific fabrics locally in Tamworth, across the West Midlands and even nationally.

Do you make blinds for offices as well as homes?

Yeah, in our Birmingham factory, our blinds are made so that we can produce blinds for most types of property, and we make commercial blinds and office curtains as well as we do choices for homes for people.

I have an unusual shaped / large window, can you make blinds to fit?

All of our blinds and shutters are designed to measure, which means that we can build them to suit most rooms and provide you with advice on the best solution. In fact, because of our experience, we are invited to help with unique or complex spaces more and more frequently.

How do I fit my blinds?


So you don’t have to worry about standing on chairs/ getting the ladder out! We give a free fitting service. We will suit them professionally for you, whether they’re for your new home or just looking to refresh the blinds in your kitchen.

Do my blinds come with a guarantee?

All our products come with a 5 year guarantee.

Can you create matching cushions and other soft furnishings?

Yes, we can create matching cushions, valances, table runners – if you have something in mind, just give us a call or have a chat during your design consultation.

How long do you take to fit a blind?

We will allow around 20 minutes for a standard sized window per blind. It depends on the blind form and the window shape.

Who do you send to our home appointment?

One of our professional reps, who will be able to take measurements and bring along samples of cloth, will meet you. Once the blinds or the shutters are made, one of our experienced team will suit them. All of our reps and fitters are working, and for years many have worked for us.

Can you replace the vanes/ louvres in vertical blinds?

We can replace the louvres (angled vanes that allow light & air but keep out rain & direct sunlight) for you if you are redecorating your room, or your vertical blinds are looking a little tired. There are plenty of new fabrics to choose from, allowing you to cost-effectively refresh your design. In order to complement your style, we can also make soft fabric furnishings.

What is the difference between vertical and venetian blinds?

Vertical blinds are made of fabric and hang in your window vertically, while venetian blinds are made of wood or aluminium with slats around the window width.

 

Here is some more information, and some tips on which type of blind to choose.

Do you make blinds that work with Amazon Alexa?

Yes, we can make these blinds for you and help set this up. Click here for more info.

What blinds and curtains are best for a Bay Window?

Bay windows have their distinctive issues, but here’s a list of some of the best working blinds. When they visit your home to take measurements, your Tamworth Blinds rep will inform you further, as each case would be different.

What are the alternatives to net curtains?

There are a variety of modern options, such as Vision Blinds and Allusion blinds, as well as some lovely voile fabrics, that you may not have heard about. Here are some suggestions, but when they visit your house, you are better off talking with your rep as they will get a better idea of what you need.

Can blinds help reduce hayfever?

Yes, the clever Pollergen fabric from Louvolite can reduce hayfever by trapping pollen before it enters the home or office. We can make blinds using this fabric.

I have booked an appointment – will you be there at that exact time?

To give us time to get from one appointment to another, the appointment slots are scheduled. In that slot, we can arrive at any time, so an appointment slot of 2-4pm, for instance, means we will get there at 3pm. Tamworth is a large county and the surrounding areas, so we need to allow a time-frame for travel to and from appointments.

I am not sure what sort of blinds or curtains to choose – can you help me?

In your home or office, we are pleased to give a free design consultation. We will measure your windows, talk to you about how you want to use the space, look at your current color scheme, and suggest the best blind or curtain style for you. If you are searching for lounge blinds, conservatory sails, curtain options, or any other options, we will be able to show you a number of samples and possibilities. Likewise, if you know what you want already, that’s all right, too.

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