December 16th, 2009 by Hillarys
We may be starting to slowly come out of the recession but house prices are still down, so if you want to sell your house quickly during the recession we have a few tips!
* Have a good clean – you’d be surprised at how just a bit of cleaning can make your home look like new
* Remove clutter from your home – a tidy home will attract buyers
* Repaint any rooms that need a quick update – stick to neutral decor
* Replace old window blinds and curtains – Hillarys Blinds has some great offers on window blinds so you can buy at a reasonable price and get professional measuring and fitting for free! Alternatively try our new sister site www.web-curtains.com for beautiful curtains.
Just a few updates to your home can transform it into a great sale opportunity. Make an appointment today for a local advisor to show you the fabrics you can use to update your home!
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November 26th, 2009 by Hillarys
“As we brace ourselves for cold weather, keeping warm becomes big on our list of priorities,” says Sarah Quilliam, head of product design at Hillarys.
“While piling on leg warmers and layers is one way, there are some simple things you can do to turn your home from a draughty ice palace into a cosy hideaway.
“And according to research from Nottingham University on behalf of Hillarys, homeowners can make significant savings on fuel bills simply by selecting the right window dressing.”
The study compared and evaluated various blind and fabric types and Cascade Romans which fall in lovely soft waterfalls of fabric, topped the study as the most energy efficient blinds of all. They’re perfect for a cosy bedroom or living room, especially if the room is north facing or has several large windows.
Conservatories can almost become‘no go’ areas during the chillier winter months. Pleated blinds with an insulating backing can help to keep heat in so you stay snug and warm whilst saving on energy.
Radiators are often placed under windows and then covered up by heavy curtains that can stop the heat circulating properly. Roman blinds give the luxurious look of curtains but fit snugly into the window recess, keeping radiators free to do their job effectively.
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November 18th, 2009 by Hillarys
With Winter just around the corner now is the perfect time to add warmth and style to your windows.
We have just launched our brand new collection of Roller blinds! We’ve listened to what you have to say and have put together a great range, offering more choice than ever before. Don’t just take our word for it, we have over 200 Roller fabrics to choose from, including new sheer fabrics, new pulls and more beaded options and a metal chain option in three shades, we are sure you’ll be impressed.
Our Blackout blinds collection is bigger and better than ever before!
Blackout blinds are a great way to block out the winter sun and are perfect for lazy lie-ins. We have increased the choice of our plain collection and back by popular demand are two old favourites – Dancing Bears and Night Sky – perfect for a baby’s bedroom, nursery or playroom. You will find smart contemporary prints that will look great in other rooms too, we have also introduced subtle designs that give a pearlised finish and a subtle shimmer at night when the lights are on.
For something a little special!
We have introduced three completely new ranges of sheer fabrics that gently filter the light and offer a stylish alternative to net curtains. These fabrics are great for allowing light to filter into a room and still provide privacy.
Make an appointment with a Hillarys advisor to view the complete range.
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July 2nd, 2009 by Hillarys
All parents will want to keep their children safe at home, and recent reports about children getting caught in window blind cords may put you off buying blinds, but Hillarys can help ensure that blinds can be safe with the help of product innovation and our top tips:
- Use cordless blinds in children’s bedrooms, Hillarys suggest choosing pleated blinds with tab opening to ensure no cords at all
- Alternatively try pull cords on roller blinds – a short cord that hangs from the middle of the roller, eliminating the need for sidewinder chains with loops
- Move beds and cribs away from windows or any furniture that children can climb on
- Only buy blinds manufactured after 2001 – when the new safety regulations came in, every single Hillarys blind is made-to-measure to your exact requirements
- Keep all cords out of reach of children
- Ask your advisor for the shortest cords possible for each blind you buy or tie them out of a child’s reach
- All of Hillarys made-to-measure blinds come with a warning sign to highlight the dangers of cords on blinds
- Opt for wands rather than cords on products like Venetian blinds
- Use metal cleats that fix to the wall to tie loose cords around
- For the conservatory we offer the option of remote controlled blinds so there’s no cords hanging down to worry about
If you have any top tips for safety at home – add some to our comments!
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June 23rd, 2009 by Hillarys
This Summer is set to be a scorcher so you won’t want to be stuck in the house, instead why not make the most of your garden by investing in an Awning? Awnings are perfect for enjoying your garden as they provide much needed shade when the weather is at its hottest, so even small children can be allowed outside to play without the worry of them getting too sunburnt.
You can even enjoy your garden into the night when the weather turns cooler with the help of our clever lighting and heating accessories. Plus if you choose one of our practical awnings accessories we’ll increase our 3 year guarantee to 5 years. What are you waiting for? Book an appointment and make the most of your garden today!
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June 3rd, 2009 by Hillarys
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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April 3rd, 2009 by Hillarys
Hillarys blinds, the UK’s number 1 for Blinds, Shutters and Awnings has pledged its continued support for charities throughout the year. Despite the credit crunch meaning many companies cutting back on contributions, Hillarys Blinds will continue to support a number of charities. They have a dedicated charity committee, which regularly organises fundraising events.
Just some of the charities benefiting from Hillarys fundraising this year have been NSPCC, Children in Need and Cancer Research – through various events including a Christmas raffle, charity football match, quiz and book sale. These events raised a total of over £2,200 for the charities.
Plus for Red Nose day Hillarys raised £212 by donating money for every order made on its sister site web-blinds.com
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March 13th, 2009 by Hillarys
We’ve just launched a brand new Romans range featuring 84 new fabrics and new beading options.
Roman blinds are inspired by the latest interior trends and are the modern alternative to curtains. Our lined and blackout Roman fabrics also have great heat saving properties making them ideal for saving money on heating bills.
To see our full range make an appointment with one of our expert Advisors today!
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October 31st, 2008 by Hillarys
We’re often asked for our top tips for choosing blinds below is a bit of a guide to choosing the perfect blind for your needs.
Venetian blinds
Great for creating a modern look and filtering the light effectively. 25mm is the standard slat width, for larger windows try 35mm or 50mm. If you want to black out more light go for 15mm.
Vertical blinds
Ideal for bay windows as we can create curved headrails that fit your specifications. They are also great to use as room dividers and in awkward windows as they can be made to any shape.
Roller blinds
A really functional blind, rollers can be accessoried with poles, pulls, beading and different shapes making them the ultimate personalised blind. They can be used to hide away storage shelves and cupboards.
Roman blinds
Romans are ideal in the cooler months and can even help save on your heating bills. They come in 4 options - unlined, lined, blackout and cascade. Use in bedrooms and living rooms.
Pleated blinds
The best choice for conservatories – as matching roof blinds can be made – however they are also good throughout the home, especially in bathrooms.
Woodweave blinds
A great decorative blind woodweaves gently filter light – making them ideal for creating an ambience to a room. Add tape for extra detail.
To see any of these blinds and over 750 style and fabric options book an appointment with your local Advisor.
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October 23rd, 2008 by Hillarys
As the days get colder and shorter we know that winters fast approaching, which means everyone starts counting down to Christmas. It also means that our end of season sale is coming to an end – so if you want to take advantage of some great savings make sure you book an appointment with one of our advisors to see our full range of sale fabrics.
We have lots of fabrics to choose from across our ranges including Vertical blinds, Venetian blinds, Wood Venetian blinds, Roman blinds and Roller blinds.
Don’t forget as the UK’s number one for blinds we offer you:
- FREE phone number for enquiries and booking
- FREE advice
- FREE measuring
- FREE no obligation quote
- FREE fitting
The end of season sale must end 1st November - don’t miss out!
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