Entering a partnership with www.thecaliforniacompany.co.uk has proven to be a really good move for our business. They specialize in making and selling custom made wooden blinds and shutters in a plantation style which is unique to the UK.

Customer service is very high on their agenda and that is important to both us and of course our customers as well. Questions, no matter how obscure or seemingly difficult are answered promptly and correctly, really showing that this company knows what they are doing.

They can offer a massive range of shutters and blinds and these are all built from quality, sustainable woods. Each blind or shutter is bespoke made, meaning that it fits a customer's window perfectly. They do not believe in adapting shutters off the shelf! (more...)

The interior wooden shutter and blind market is a rapidly expanding one, as people look to improve their homes whilst waiting for the property market to settle. Shutters and blinds suit almost any home you can think of, from flats through to country mansions, and add a touch of style and class.

In the London area, Shutterly are by far the best company to use with literally years of experience in the industry. Specializing in what are known as plantation shutters, read more about the products and services in depth.

With a series of showrooms, it is possible to see exactly what they have on offer, and make a choice from there. As customer service is something they are famed for, they will be able to answer any question or request that you may have. (more...)

The beauty and style of interior wooden shutters and blinds cannot be denied and they suit most homes, from those in converted warehouses to country cottages and all in between. The cost of them does occasionally put some people off, but that cost can be reduced by fitting the blinds yourself.

Kelly Hoppen have a range of beautifully designed interior DIY shutter blinds, all of which will be made bespoke for the customer. That means that each one is individually tailored to your exact specifications and needs.

Because each blind is constructed individually, the measurement process is quite important, and Kelly Hoppen provide a very easy to understand measurement guide. It may also help to send photos via email if your window is unusual, such as a round window or other strange size. (more...)

If you are thinking of installing wooden shutters or blinds into your home, then you have indeed made a good choice. They add not only style and class to homes as diverse as warehouse conversions to cottages, but also have less impact on the environment, as their wood is taken from sustainable sources.

Although they can be installed by a DIY enthusiast, some people do prefer to use the services of a professional who can do the job for them. Finding companies that were qualified to install shutters used to be a bit of a problem, but not anymore. For a comprehensive list click here to find out more.

There are now literally companies in every corner of the United Kingdom who have come together under one umbrella in order to satisfy the needs of an increasing customer base. From Glasgow and Aberdeen, down to Cornwall and Bedfordshire, it does not matter where you live, your area will be covered! (more...)

Without doubt, plantation style wooden blinds add a degree of style and elegance to almost any home. A well manufactured wooden blind will last not just years but decades if properly cared for through the course of its life.

Because of the initial cost of interior plantation blinds installation, some people are hesitant to buy them and then do the installation themselves. However, this is an unwarranted fear, as there are many sources online which people can refer to.

Because the shutters will be made bespoke for the windows, one can rest assured that there will be no fitting problems. During the quote and design process, it may even be a good idea to include photos of the window they are destined for in any email, so that the experts can get a better look at where the blinds will end up. (more...)

If you have moved into a new house and are considering shuttering the windows to stop the heat and sunlight coming in, whilst being able to regulate the light flow, then you have made a good choice.

However, sometimes, because the wooden shutters are bespoke made, the waiting time can be up to four weeks from design through to manufacture and then delivery. During this time, you may still wish to block the sunlight and heat.

To this end, louvered shutters offer a great temporary solution. They are affordable and hardwearing and will do the job until the wooden shutters arrive. Indeed, the vinyl blinds are so well made, that they will last for years in themselves! (more...)