Autumn Visitors

In Torbay we often get cruise ships popping in for the day. This one was mid October though, a bit later than usual. However, what a stunning day it was. Hopefully those on board had a good trip ashore and filled the tills of businesses in Torquay, Paignton & Brixham.

Ladder Tapes Or Strings

Wooden Venetian Blinds have become very popular over recent years. However, there are decisions to be made when making your choice. Firstly, do you want it to look like wood, with many wood grains available or maybe to look a bit like a shutter, where white is the popular choice.

Mid-week trip to North Devon

Nick and I usually play golf on a Wednesday morning. It helps break the week up and keep us fresh for work. Recently we moved it to late afternoon for a trip to Royal North Devon Golf Club, at Westward Ho! One for the beautiful scenery and secondly because we…

Shaped Windows / Gable Ends

Architects seem to have a thing these days for putting shaped windows into their designs. All very well and often stunning looking. However, you’re probably thinking “can I put blinds at that window?”. Well, the answer is yes. Blinds of most types can be made in various shapes and sizes,…

Quote On A Boat

Well there’s something I’ve not done before… Recently got a call for a quote in Torquay. When I asked for the address I was told a boat in the inner harbour. Oh well, why not? Anyway I came away with a quote for some tensioned Venetian and pleated blinds. I’ll…

How I Start My Day

I am always wide awake and ready for work after my early morning walks with my two Border Terriers; Jordy and Ralph. It’s a great way to start the day, especially on sunny mornings, like the one in the photo here. Then I’m all ready to serve you, the customer,…

New Floating Pleated Blinds

Not sure if you want your pleated blinds coming down from the top, or up from the bottom? Worry no more. With the new floating blind you can have both options within the same blind. Shading sun from the top, a bit of privacy from the bottom or totally block…

Child Safety Update

With the child safety regulations having been in force for a few years now, there are some problems that crop up from time to time. One is that some customers do not like us drilling in their UPVC windows to fit the child safety cleats. This has now been…

Shading Solution for Bi-Fold Doors

Bi-fold doors are now becoming very popular, particularly on extensions. The problem is which way to go with shading. Our most practical solution is proving to be tensioned 25mm Venetian Blinds. They’re discreet when raised and very versatile when down. From fully open to totally closed they give a variety…

Good enough For A Glossy Magazine

We take pictures of most of our jobs when finished. Sometimes the photos come out ok and sometimes not. We’re blinds fitters, not photographers. This one however looks like a staged shot for a glossy magazine. However, it was just a quick snap at the end of a long…

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