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New Venetian blinds a must for 2010?

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

Making changes to decor like installing new Venetian or Roman blinds could be on the cards for house owners as they look to improve their properties in 2010.

Installing new Venetian blinds or furniture could be on the agenda for property owners in 2010 according to a recently released report.

Extending a property or making renovations might be the more attractive proposition than moving house for homeowners over the next 12 months, according to housing expert, Duncan Hayes of Build It magazine.

Commenting on anticipated trends across the housing market, Hayes stated: “I would imagine that you will continue to see the trend of people staying put and extending and renovating and doing work on their own.”

Property renovations can take on many different forms – from something as simple as installing new made to measure blinds to a complete overhaul of the kitchen or bedroom.

However, it is perhaps understandable that consumers have slight reservations about making grand changes in the current economic climate.

B&Q revealed sales were down 1.6 per cent in the 13 weeks up until the end of January 2010 compared to the figures from the previous year.

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Keep safe and warm despite the weather – Hillarys Blinds made-to-measure service means safer shopping in the sales

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

People wanting to stay safe and warm in their homes can still make the most of the January sales thanks to the tenacious workforce of Hillarys Blinds, the UK’s leading made-to-measure blinds company.

Hillarys Blinds are running their biggest and best January sale ever and their friendly advisors are braving the weather so that their customers don’t have to. They take care of all the measuring and fitting, free of charge, so all customers have to do is to choose from their extensive range of blinds.

John Risman, Chief Executive, said: “At Hillarys, we pride ourselves on offering a tailored service in the comfort of people’s homes. The snow may be making life difficult across the country but our service remains as easy and reliable as always. We can help our customers save on their energy costs too as our Roman and Pleated blinds insulate heat by trapping air for maximum energy efficiency, which makes them effective for areas of the home that can be cold or draughty.”

Details of the Hillarys January Sale and their product range, including energy efficient blinds can be found at www.hillarys.co.uk/blinds

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Update your home with summer style

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009

Now summer is finally here decor from winter and spring can seem drab and unexciting. To match the beautiful summer weather don’t be afraid to try bold and bright prints. Traditional floral prints are making a comeback this season, so Hillarys have made sure we have a great range to choose from.

We recently updated our Romans range to include a variety of prints and brights to see you through the summer, plus a summer essential more blackout Romans. Blackout Romans help to keep out the sun and keep your home nice and cool.

What are you waiting for – get a Hillarys advisor round today!

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Be energy efficient with blinds

Friday, October 10th, 2008

As we all constantly strive to become “greener” and more energy efficient, why not let your blinds work for you? Energy saving fabrics are being used to make blinds that will keep the heat out in summer and the heat in during our cold winters.

Hillarys blinds might just have the answer to your energy saving blinds answers. You can choose between Roman blinds and Pleated blinds to help you save more energy. It is all because of the fabric has a performance backing that will help keep your rooms nice and cool in the warmer summer months.

These blinds will not only provide you with great window coverings but will in turn help reduce the amount of cash you spend on heating and cooling every year. Your living comfort will improve and at the same time you can also update the overall décor of the rooms you decide to install them in.

Pleated blinds are very handy in the winter when you can open your blinds easily to let as much light and heat in as possible and then when you close them, they start working at keeping all that heat in.

These blinds come in a wide range of colours and shades, so it won’t be difficult to find a match for your home. So why not try Hillarys blinds and see if you can find what you are looking for, I think you might just be astonished at their great selection. What do you have to lose?

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Summer at your windows (even in Autumn and Winter)

Monday, September 22nd, 2008

Summer has offically ended, but that doesn’t mean it has to start getting freezing in your home just yet! Why not brighten up your windows (and consequently the rooms they’re in) by installing some brighter, lighter coloured blinds?

Scientific studies have proved that people tend to be happier and cheerier when surrounded by “happy” colours that include:

Pink
White
Violet
Orange
Green
Yellow

These colours all have different influences on people, pink is a comforting colour, but not as aggressive as red. White is the purest colour available and gives the impression of clean, crisp and serenity. Violet is a tricky one, but the right shade can provide a very warm cosy, almost bohemian atmosphere in any home. Orange is another warm colour, not quite red and a little warmer than yellow, orange in the right dosage can warm up any home! Yellow creates a lovely warm summery feel, bright and cheery, but remember – in moderation! The right shades of green can be very peaceful and calming creating a very natural atmosphere and its soothing effects will amaze you.

Web-blinds also offer another great innovation that allows you to print your holiday (or any other photos) on your blinds so that you can hang on to your summer for a little while longer.

So regardless of what route you choose to take, be sure to do your homework and research regarding the colour of your blinds because you want to create warmth and energy, not frighten all of your guests!

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Transform your home with stylish window blinds

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008

Stylish window blinds can completely transform the look and feel of a room, perfect for if you’re looking to rejuvenate your home effortlessly, all you need to do is pick your favourite fabric. Hillarys have a huge range of different fabrics and styles ideal for creating a new look in even the most awkward of windows.

Vertical blinds and Venetian blinds are perfect for filtering light and creating privacy. Roller blinds and Roman blinds are ideal for keeping your home cosy as the cooler nights draw in and Pleated blinds are great for a sleek, stylish finish.

Browse our website for inspiration on the key looks and fabrics for the season there are eight great collections to choose from and hundreds of different materials.

Your Advisor will measure your windows and provide a no-obligation quote. You’ll be offered help and advice in finding the right blind for your room and budget. Then they will return to fit to perfection.

Don’t forget all of our blinds come with a 12 month guarantee – nothing less than you’d expect from the UK’s leading made-to-measure blinds company.

Book an appointment today!

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Do your windows look good naked?

Thursday, May 15th, 2008

Thanks to numerous style makeover shows, Sarah Quilliam, head of product design for Hillarys, believes that a large proportion of the nation’s female population are likely to know their body shape and how to dress it but wonders if the same is true when it comes to making the most of their home’s best asset.

“We’re learning how to dress our pear, apple or hourglass physique to best effect and maybe even how to relax and relish in looking good naked!” says Sarah.

“But are we as savvy when it comes to dressing and accessorising our homes? Many of the same principles of proportion, colour and style can be applied to one of our home’s greatest assets – the windows!

“Like bodies, it’s very unlikely that any two windows will be identical and even in the same house it’s very probable that they’ll be a variety of different styles, shapes and sizes. Before deciding on what window dressing to use, first consider the shape and proportions of your window in relation to the rest of the room and whether its position may pose any limitation on the type of treatment you can use.

“Here are some rules and tips for highlighting their assets and minimising their flaws - and, if you are indeed tempted to practise how to look good naked then you really do need to make sure that your window at least is properly dressed!”

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Personalise your rented home with a blind

Wednesday, May 7th, 2008

As costs for food and homes are rising its hard for people to afford to get on the housing ladder, meaning that many more people are choosing to rent a home for long periods while they save up to buy one. But when its a rented home can you really make it your own space?

You don’t want to spend a fortune on expensive items to decorate a home that isn’t yours but living with someone elses style is not ideal. Many landlords are happy to let you redecorate to some degree as long as you check with them first. Instead of changing whole rooms why not think about buying a few key items that will have a big impact on the style of your home.

Try accessories such as rugs, bedding, cushions and blinds to add colour to your home that you can move when you move out. Web-blinds.com has a great range of affordable and stylish blinds that can transform any room – you measure and fit yourself making it really easy to remove when you want to move out and take your blind with you. Try a Wooden Venetian blind or a bright roller blind for great style mixed with practicality.

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New Vertical blinds collection!

Monday, April 28th, 2008

Launched today our brand new collection of Vertical blinds includes contemporary fabrics featuring new patterns, textures and vibrant colours. For the ultimate custom blind try picking Vertical blinds from our mix and match range. You pick two different colours and styles of louvre and decide where you want them at your window. Go for contrasting textures or complimentary patterns, the choice is yours!

We have also increased the number of fabrics in our range with special features including flame retardant materials, washable materials, dim-outs, moisture resistant and wipe-clean fabrics. We’ve added 12 new PVC vertical blinds which also have the benefits of being flame retardant, water resistant and have blackout properties. These are available with standard or curved louvres. You’re bound to find a blind for your home that mixes style with practicality.

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Hillarys made-to-measure Shutters are the UK's number one!

Thursday, February 21st, 2008

If you‘re looking for a stylish window dressing then why not consider Shutters – Hillarys has a range of Shutter styles - tier on tier, cafe style and full height all of which offer privacy and light control.

And if you do decide to Shutters who better to go to than the UK’s market leader in made-to-measure Shutters – something that Hillarys Blinds has achieved within just 18 months of launching the product.

“Shutters are doing for windows what plasma is doing for television,” says John Risman, chief executive of the Hillarys group. “Widely regarded as the ultimate in window dressings, the market for shutters has grown by 40 per cent in 2007 and we’re delighted that Hillarys has gained the largest share of that in such a short space of time.”

Mr Risman attributes this to the company’s unique ability to bring a quality product to a mass market with speed and affordability. “We believe that our scale and unique service proposition of measuring and fitting means that we can bring a top-end product to a wider audience all over the UK at a reasonable price – no other company has the ability to do that within the lead times that we offer.”

He also believes that shutters are viewed as an investment and an opportunity to provide a greater level of security. “Shutters offer an additional set of benefits to other window treatments,” adds Mr Risman. “People are seeing them as a fashionable way of increasing the value of their homes, something that is becoming more and more important if the housing market is due to get a little tougher”.

“The product has proved so popular that we’re launching a wider range which will include a choice of custom matched colours and shaped shutters to fit arched or awkward shaped windows.”

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