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What Are The Best Blinds For Canal Boats?
A canal boat has several important challenges to consider when it comes to fitting blinds – space is at a premium inside, the windows are often angled so that ordinary blinds would hang out into space and become ineffective, and insulation is even more vital than usual as the boat is vulnerable to extremes of…
Can You Fit Blinds For Canal Boats?
Expression Blinds have been fitting made-to-measure blinds for our clients for more than ten years, so if you’re looking for blinds for a canal boat, house boat or narrow boat, you’ve come to the right place! We can provide blinds all across the North West of England, and we’ll be happy to come out to…
Why New Blinds Could Boost Your Workplace This Summer
Blinds can have a surprisingly large effect on the output and environment of any workplace – if you’ve ever worked in an office with broken, ill-fitting vertical blinds, you’ll already know how much of a difference they can make. If you’re looking for a way to boost your workplace, especially with the summer heat well…
Why You Should Choose Anthracite Blinds
At Expression Blinds, we understand that the huge variety of blinds and window treatments available can sometimes lead to choice paralysis and difficulty finding the ideal solution for you. Our fitters can help with that – during your free blinds consultation, they’ll be able to ask you some questions about what you’re hoping to achieve…
Why Choose Perfect Fit Shutters?
Expression Blinds have recently added the incredible Perfect Fit Shutters to our range, and we’re delighted to be able to provide them to our customers. They’re a remarkable window treatment solution that offers the best of both worlds to homeowners – the sleek, unobtrusive appearance and functionality of Perfect Fit blinds and the beauty and…
Which Blinds Are Best For Conservatories?
Conservatories are beautiful spaces, but they can be a nightmare when it comes to blinds – there’s so much glass, and the need for insulation can be huge. Thankfully, Expression Blinds have a range of blinds options that are fantastic for conservatories – we’ll be able to help you find the perfect solution, right on…
Why You Should Choose Wood Blinds For Bay Windows
Wood blinds are one of our favourite blinds types here at Expression Blinds. They are a timeless and beautiful blinds solution that not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of bay windows, but also offer a lot in the way of functionality and versatility for a homeowner. They’re a great choice for any design theme, and…
Why Perfect Fit Blinds Are The Best Choice For Your Bay Windows
We’ve mentioned before that bay windows can present a challenge for blinds – certain blinds types just don’t work as well with the angles and construction of a bay window, and experienced fitters are often needed to ensure your blinds will work as planned. Perfect Fit blinds are one fantastic solution for bay windows, with…
Be Ready For All Seasons With Perfect Fit Conservatory Roof Blinds
The unique environment of a conservatory, with its extensive glass panes and glass roof, can present massive challenges for temperature control and glare, no matter the season. One way to reduce the temperature swings in the conservatory and control the sunlight getting in is to use Perfect Fit conservatory blinds and Perfect Fit conservatory roof…
Do You Need Conservatory Roof Blinds?
A conservatory is one of the best places to spend a summer afternoon, but it can sometimes get a little too summery in there – and one of the best ways to control the heat and light in a conservatory is with a good set of conservatory roof blinds. As the roof of a conservatory…
The Advantages Of Perfect Fit Blinds For Home Offices
A home office space has the same blinds requirements as any bedroom or living room, but more: it needs to be pleasant, well-insulated, private, free from intense sunlight, and, perhaps most of all, it needs to be a place where you can focus and keep your mind in the present moment. The right blinds can…
The Timeless Advantages of Bay Window Wooden Blinds
Wooden blinds are one of the most popular blinds types fitted by Expression Blinds, and it’s easy to see why – they have a timeless elegance and appeal that fits almost anywhere. They even work perfectly as bay window blinds, providing both style and substance in a setting where other blinds types can fall down.…
Blinds for Bay Windows: How Different Blinds Styles Work
If you’re lucky enough to have a bay window in your home, then you know just how much they can add depth, light, and character to a room, and create additional space that’s perfect for a chair or window-seat. However, that same shape and structure means that dressing them can be a bit more complicated…
Vertical Blinds for Your Bay Window: A Modern Approach
Bay windows are a beautiful feature in any home, offering panoramic views and flooding rooms with natural light, and even providing extra floorspace in some cases. While traditional treatments can enhance a bay window’s classic charm, modern design trends tend to favour sleek, clean lines and functionality, which is where vertical blinds excel. Vertical blinds,…
Blinds For Garden Rooms – What Will Work Best?
The COVID-19 pandemic saw many changes to our lives and the world in general. One of the main challenges was the shift in our working patterns; all of a sudden we were all working from home rather than travelling into the office every day. Thankfully our lives have slowly returned to normal, but flexible working…
What is the Difference Between Perfect Fit & INTU Blinds?
Both INTU and Perfect Fit blinds have been available in the UK for the best part of 20 years now. They are sleek, stylish and great for controlling the temperature and privacy of a room. But which type should you go for? This article will take a deeper dive into how these blinds work, and…
What Are The Best Blinds For Anthracite Windows?
Over the last 10 years, anthracite grey has become very popular as the colour of choice for window and door frames. It gives a sleek, contemporary look, and is a nice contrast to lighter coloured surrounds such as walls, window sills and flooring. Whilst it looks fantastic, it does pose a dilema for covering the…
Choosing the Right Bay Window Blinds: A Style Guide
Bay windows, with their incredible potential for light in a room and the wide-open views they allow, are a stunning feature in any home. However, finding the right blinds for bay windows can be challenging entirely because of the shape and arrangement that makes them so desirable in the first place! Let the expert bay…
Why You Should Choose Venetian Blinds for Bay Windows
Bay windows are a striking feature in any home, offering panoramic views and flooding rooms with natural light. Their unique shape and design create space in a room and add architectural interest and charm, making them a focal point in both exterior and interior spaces. While dressing bay windows can be challenging due to their…
What Are The Challenges Of Bay Window Blinds?
Bay windows offer a beautiful and distinctive addition to any home, and can create a lot of space and light in a room, but they also come with specific challenges when it comes to choosing and installing window blinds. Bay window blinds need to conform to the unusual shape of the windows, and may need…
Why Should You Choose Bay Window Vertical Blinds?
Choosing the right window treatment for bay windows can be a challenge due to their unique shape and the angles of the bay windows, which can make normal blinds solutions difficult or impossible to implement. Vertical blinds can be a fantastic option for this, and stand out for several reasons – here we’ll delve into…
Do Thermal Blinds Really Work? If So, What are the Best Options?
There are many considerations for choosing a window blind. Privacy? Reduce glare? Interesting design feature? All of these are important considerations. With energy prices soaring in the last 12 months, the significance of blinds having good thermal properties has increased greatly. Indeed, it is vital for blinds to maintain an optimum temperature, to keep the…
What Are Perfect Fit Shutters?
Perfect Fit Shutters are a stylish and functional option if you’re looking for a tailored look in window coverings without wanting to drill into your window frames or walls. These shutters are designed to fit seamlessly within the existing frame of your windows, creating a clean and integrated appearance. They are often used not only…
Can You Put Perfect Fit Blinds on Any Window?
When it comes to window treatments, homeowners are often faced with a bewildering variety of choices, each offering unique benefits and styles. Among the most popular options at the moment are perfect fit blinds, which can provide great light control and privacy, with a neat, modern appearance. But can they be fitted on any window…
The Disadvantages of Perfect Fit Blinds (and How They Aren’t Really Disadvantages)
Perfect fit blinds have always been a popular choice for homeowners looking for a sleek, modern, and neat window treatment solution. They integrate seamlessly with both windows and doors, helping create a tidy, clutter-free look without any hanging cords or the need to drill holes. However, like any product, perfect fit blinds have their disadvantages.…
What Kinds Of Blinds Are Best For Bifold Doors?
Bifold doors can be a daunting challenge when it comes to finding a good blinds solution, but Expression Blinds has the answer: INTU Micro Blinds. INTU Micro blinds for bifold doors offer a range of benefits that make them a popular and practical option on what can otherwise be a very tricky door to fit…
Wooden Blinds Types: Thick White Wooden Blinds
Wooden blinds are a classic, timeless choice that we love to install for our customers – but one variety in particular is becoming increasingly popular, bridging the aesthetic gap between wooden blinds and plantation shutters. These thick, white wooden blinds are a great option for any number of décor schemes and offer some great advantages…
A Guide To Choosing Roman Blinds For Patio Doors
During your free blinds consultation, your fitter will talk to you in detail about what you’re looking for, and how best to achieve it. Even so, it’s often a good idea to work out what you’re looking for ahead of time, to give yourself more of an opportunity to think over ideas and consider all…
Can Roller Blinds Work For Conservatories?
Conservatories can be a challenge when it comes to blinds – there is an enormous amount of window space to cover, but thankfully, Expression Blinds can help! Roller blinds can be a fantastic choice for conservatories of all shapes and sizes. In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of roller blinds in conservatories, the various…
How To Get The Best Bay Window Blinds
Bay windows are architectural features that add charm and character to any room. However, their unique shape and configuration present challenges when it comes to fitting blinds. At Expression Blinds, we understand these challenges and have the expertise and experience necessary to overcome them. Let’s take a look at the things that need to be…
How To Get The Best Blinds For Bifold Doors
Bifold door blinds are difficult to get right, and Expression Blinds have become the leading experts in bifold door blind installation for one simple reason: we can fit a specialist blinds type that actually works with the doors, instead of blocking them. Since bifold doors are made up of thin panes of glass and folding…
What Are The Advantages of Faux Wood Blinds?
Wooden blinds are a classic and timeless feature in many homes, but modern materials have made it possible to enjoy their elegant aesthetic without the drawbacks of real wood. Faux-wood blinds are durable, easy to maintain and suitable for any kind of décor or interiors scheme, but the choice is yours – your fitter can…
Looking for Blinds Fitters In Lymm?
If you’re looking for blinds fitters able to install custom blinds in Lymm, then Expression Blinds can help you. We have been working in the North West for over ten years and have successfully installed thousands of sets of blinds of all kinds, from cosy blinds in atmospheric restaurants and stylish living rooms to the…
What To Consider When Choosing Plantation Shutters
Plantation shutters are a beautiful and functional addition to a home, able to be tailored to a wide range of situations, needs, and aesthetic styles, but that very adaptability means that they can’t be a one-size-fits-all solution for your windows. There is a lot to consider when choosing plantation shutters for your home or business,…
Choosing Blinds for Bifold Doors
When it comes to blinds for bifold doors, Expression Blinds are the leading experts for a reason: blinds for these doors are a technical challenge and can be difficult to install in a way that preserves the full functionality of the doors. The thin panes of glass and folding nature of bifold doors means that…
Why Choose Perfect Fit Blinds in 2022?
We talk a lot about Perfect Fit Blinds here at Expression Blinds – and that’s for good reason. These blinds are some of our favourites to install, with incredible versatility, efficacy and layering potential, and a great look. They’ve got a whole host of advantages over other blinds types, and are a popular option for…
Case Study: Pleated Blinds In Manchester
Manchester is a great city, and it’s got a lot of fantastic features, but even the proudest Mancunian will have to agree that the climate isn’t always one of them. It can be very chilly and unpredictable in the winter, making it important to find ways to stay cosy and cut your heating bills –…
Venetian Blinds In Warrington – Expression Blinds
If you’re looking for blinds in Warrington, you’ve come to the right place – Expression Blinds have been working across Warrington and the surrounding areas for more than ten years, and we’d be happy to help you get the blinds you’ve always wanted for your home or business. We’re an experienced custom blinds fitter, and…
Perfect Fit Blinds Custom-Made to Measure in Warrington
Expression Blinds are no stranger to fitting Perfect Fit blinds in Warrington – we’re based in our workshop in Lymm, so we’ve installed thousands of blinds in Warrington over our ten-plus years of work! What sets perfect fit blinds apart from other blinds systems is a unique construction and fitting style that makes them stylish,…
Can Expression Blinds Fit Roman Blinds For Bay Windows?
YES. If that’s all you needed, feel free to contact us on our Contact Page or give us a call on 0161 241 9686 to book your free consultation – otherwise, read on to find out more! What Sorts Of Blinds Are Best For Bay Windows? Bay windows are a fantastic addition to any room,…
What Are The Best Blinds To Get In Liverpool?
It’s important to make sure you’ve got proper blinds in Liverpool – you can never be sure if the sun is going to shine all day, or rain will blow in instead. But which blinds will do the best job? At Expression Blinds, we’ve got expert blinds fitters who operate all over the North West…
Pleated Blinds Made to Measure in Liverpool
Expression Blinds have been making and installing blinds in Liverpool and across the Northwest for more than a decade, and in all that time, pleated blinds have remained a mainstay in homes and offices alike. These stylish and functional blinds combine a range of advantageous design features with an elegant, timeless style, and are great…
Why Choose Expression Blinds For Your Blinds In Bolton?
If you’re looking for blinds fitters in Bolton, look no further than Expression Blinds. Our experienced team have been fitting custom blinds, shutters and other window treatments in Bolton and the rest of the North West for more than ten years, so give us a call today and arrange your free consultation! Our blinds are…
Get Ready For Winter With Window Insulating Blinds
As Ned Stark said, “Winter is Coming” – and he was right, no matter what time of year he said it. Autumn is just around the corner, and that means the nights will be getting longer and the temperature will be getting lower. Make sure your house is ready with window insulating blinds from Expression…
Why Choose Wooden Blinds For Your Living Room?
There are lots of reasons why you’d want to install wooden blinds in your home – we’ve written about them before, actually! But what makes these blinds a particularly great choice for your living room? These stylish, elegant blinds are a great choice for a living space, and alongside faux-wood blinds, they’re some of our…
Not Sure What Blinds To Get? Book A Free Expert Consultation From Expression Blinds!
Choosing the right blinds for your home can be absolutely bewildering – there are so many designs to choose from, each with their own advantages and disadvantages – and that’s before getting into aesthetics, design and interior décor! Luckily, you’re not on your own – Expression Blinds are here to help! All of our work…
5 Reasons Why You Should Get Electric Blinds For This Summer
It’s May, and the sunshine – while a little unreliable – is back! Summer seems like it’s just around the corner, but with blazing summer sun comes the summer heat, and that can lead to a lot of fiddling with the blinds. At Expression Blinds, we’ve got a blinds solution for every problem, so here…
Perfect Fit Blinds – What’s On Offer?
There are dozens of advantages to perfect fit blinds over standard blinds types, and all of those advantages are based in the construction and design of the perfect fit frames themselves – various blinds types can be used in a perfect fit frame to achieve similar excellent results. A few of these advantages include: Types…
Expression Blinds Now Fit Curtains and Window Films!
We at Expression Blinds are delighted to announce that we are also able to professionally fit curtains and window films for our customers, giving you even more options for your windows than before! With our new range of services, we’re able to provide a complete service for your window fittings, from adding additional qualities to…
Should You Choose Wooden Blinds or Faux Wood Blinds?
If you’re looking for the timeless and elegant aesthetic of wooden blinds, you actually have more choices than you might have thought – Expression Blinds can provide you with a range of wooden blinds, and also a full range of faux wood blinds options in a variety of colours and finishes! What choice you make…
How to Convert Your Electric Blinds to Smart Blinds
Electric blinds are a fantastic way to make your blinds work for you – just press a button and watch them go, without even needing to leave your sofa! Electric blinds can be remote-controlled or set on a timer, and represent one less chore that needs to be done around the house – but there’s…
Looking for Plantation Shutters in Warrington?
Expression Blinds have been delivering custom-made and professionally-fitted blinds and shutters in Warrington for more than ten years. From our workshop in Lymm, we’re able to provide the highest quality blinds and shutters across the North and Northwest of England, including a wide variety of plantation-style shutters – so if you’re looking for plantation shutters…
5 Reasons Why You Should Choose Electric Blinds
At Expression Blinds, we’ve been manufacturing and fitting custom electric blinds for our customers across the North of England for more than ten years – and they’ve never been more popular! Whether you’re interested in electric or motorized blinds that can be controlled by a remote, or automatic “smart” blinds that assess sunlight and time…
Venetian Blinds Manchester Can Rely On – Expression Blinds
Expression Blinds operate all across the North, but Manchester is one of our favourite places to be – and if you’re looking for Venetian Blinds in Manchester, then we’re the fitters to call. Expression Blinds make everything to order, and always begin every job with a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your options and take…
Why Choose Perfect Fit Vision Roller Blinds?
The future of blinds is here, and it’s fitted straight to your windows by Expression Blinds – the Perfect Fit Vision roller blind! We’ve been making and installing Perfect Fit blinds for a while now, and we’re delighted to announce that the impressive and versatile Vision blinds are now available in the Perfect Fit format.…
The Best Blinds for Tilt and Turn Windows
Tilt and turn windows are becoming increasingly popular thanks to the safety and versatility they provide – you may already have them installed in your home and not know that that’s what they were called! So whether you’re installing them now or have moved in to find them already in place, you’ll need the right…
How To Clean And Care For Wooden Venetian Blinds
Wooden Venetian Blinds are a very stylish, practical option for a home. They’re easy to install, and can either completely black out the sun or adjust to let in just the right amount without compromising on privacy – the opaque wooden slats see to that. However, as anyone who’s already got a set could tell…
What Types of Plantation Shutters Can Expression Blinds Fit?
Plantation shutters or wooden window shutters can be a beautiful addition to any home, and provide great functionality when it comes to blocking out light, sound, and nosy neighbours. There are several styles available, all based on the classic plantation shutter design, that make these elegant shutters a great option for any window – take…
The Best Blinds For Light Control (And All The Best Blinds For Everything Else, Too)
One question we get asked a lot at Expression Blinds is “what are the best blinds for X?”, with “X” usually representing whatever that person was particularly looking for. Sometimes it’s light control or blackout qualities, sometimes insulation, or light filtering, or any number of other possible factors. Our answer always depends on what you’re…
What are the Advantages of Vertical Blinds?
When people think of “blinds”, often the first thing they think of is a set of vertical blinds. These extremely popular and versatile blinds sets are staples in offices, school buildings and other maintained buildings, and their everyday nature sometimes leads us to give them less credit than they deserve – vertical blinds, far from…
Looking For Plantation Shutters In The North West? Call Expression Blinds!
Plantation shutters are beautiful and elegant window covers that can be used to bring old-world charm to your home, control light entering a room and provide a great amount of privacy. If you’d like to have plantation shutters fitted, but you don’t know where to start, read through this article or give us a call…
How to Order Custom Blinds in the UK
If you are looking for the best possible fit and finish on your blinds, the best fit with your décor scheme and the least hassle in installing them, then you’re looking for custom blinds. Having your blinds made specifically to fit your requirements and to your desired specifications means that you’ll never need to worry…
Need Roller Blinds In Liverpool? Talk To Expression Blinds
When it comes to making and installing custom blinds in Liverpool, you won’t find better than Expression Blinds – we have more than a decade of experience and thousands of successful installations under our belts. We operate all across the North West, and can provide a wide range of different blinds types to suit your…
Sort Your Blinds Out! A Guide To Finally Getting The Blinds The Way You Want Them
Lockdown has been rough, especially since we all spent so much time at home that we started noticing every little thing that we’d like to change about the place. Blinds are one of the most common – they’re often an afterthought when decorating a room or upgrading your house in the first place, but it’s…
What Are The Pros and Cons of Roller Blinds?
When you’re choosing new blinds for your home or business, it’s important to pick the right ones – blinds that will do what you need them to do, match your décor scheme, work well and look great. With Expression Blinds, you’ve got a wide range of blinds to choose from, but one type that are…
Be Ready For Summer With Our Electric Conservatory Blinds!
It’s looking more and more likely that we might all be spending a lot of time in our houses this summer – but with smart conservatory blinds from Expression Blinds, you’ll be able to enjoy the sun all summer without even needing to get up to adjust the blinds! Why Get Electric Conservatory Blinds? In…
Why Get Electric Roller Blinds?
Window blinds are a practical and stylish dressing to put the finishing touches to your windows. By customising your blinds, they can make a design statement if desired, blend in seamlessly with the decor if preferred and provide excellent light and privacy control. We have a huge range of options available to our customers, and…
Looking For Custom Blinds? Here’s What You Need To Know
Store-bought blinds can’t compete with blinds that have been custom-made for your space – their fit, effectiveness and look are all nowhere near as good as you can get with a specially-made custom blinds fitting. That’s why Expression Blinds exclusively works with custom-made blinds. We make all of our blinds from scratch to the exact…
Liverpool Blinds To Get When The Lockdown Is Over
A lot of us are spending more time than we’re used to stuck in our houses lately – and, for many of us, the extra time spent looking around at our homes has come with a realisation about all the changes we want to make – and would make – if only we weren’t in…
5 Reasons To Choose Roller Blinds
At Expression Blinds, we offer a huge range of blinds to suit all tastes and styles, and build them to order for you so they fit perfectly wherever you need them. We’ve got Perfect Fit blinds, Venetian Blinds, Roman Blinds and many, many more, but one of the most popular by far are the timeless…
Why Choose Expression Blinds For Blinds Fitting in Manchester?
When it comes to making and fitting blinds in Manchester, Expression Blinds can’t be beaten. We’ve installed blinds all across Manchester for more than 20 years, including a huge project in the Etihad Stadium, so you know we’re up to the job! Whether you’re looking for Perfect Fit, Roman Blinds, Rolling Blinds, Venetian Blinds or…
Looking for Perfect Fit Blinds in Liverpool? Expression Blinds Can Help!
Expression Blinds have been providing Perfect Fit blinds in Liverpool for more than a decade, making and fitting all sorts of blinds all across the North West – so if you’re looking for Perfect Fit blinds in Liverpool, look no further than Expression! Perfect Fit blinds are a fantastic choice for home décor, offices or…
Why Choose Perfect Fit Blinds?
Perfect fit blinds are the latest innovation in window blind technology. They allow blinds to be fitted directly onto the window frames, with a wide range of benefits. So why would you choose perfect fit blinds? Reasons to Choose Perfect Fit Blinds No damage to the window frame during installation – the brackets for the…
Perfect Fit Blinds Made to Measure in Warrington
Expression Blinds have been making and installing blinds in Warrington and across the Northwest for over ten years, and we’re delighted to announce that Perfect Fit blinds are now available across every area where we operate. These stylish and functional blinds are great for homes, businesses and commercial properties, with plenty of advantages over traditional…
Anthracite Bifold Doors – What Are The Best Blinds?
As open plan living starts to become the norm rather than the exception, interior design is adapting to match, and a huge element of this style is that of bifold doors. This is with good reason; they look stylish, allow lots of light into a room and give huge versatility in how the doors are…
The Benefits of Blinds for Bi-Folding Doors
As we hit the delightful British winter, homeowners will now begin to turn their attention to furnishings that will best retain the heat in the home, providing extra insulation and also privacy as the nights continue to be long and dark! Three Benefits Of Blinds For Bifold Doors Thermal efficiency in winter months New energy…
Perfect Fit Blinds for Aluminium Windows
Perfect Fit Blinds for Aluminium Windows Perfect fit window blinds are a fantastic innovation in window blind technology. They are essentially either a roller, pleated or venetian blind with a neat surrounding frame that fit flush onto the window frame to provide privacy and light control whilst looking great at the same time. The main…
Our Top Five Bay Window Blinds Ideas
What is a Bay Window? As this blog post is about our top 5 bay window ideas, we ought to let you know what a bay window is! A bay window is generally made up of a set of three windows, two of them angling out away from your property with a center window connecting…
New Blind Ideas That You Didn’t Know You Could Have
Blinds come in very few different types right? They come in; Roman, Venetian, Vertical or Roller. They are your options. If you’re looking for a “Wow” Factor, pick a jazzy pattern or colour. Wrong, Wrong, Wrong! Blinds can come in a wide range of different types and styles. One that can really make a room…
Bi Fold Door Blinds – FAQ’s
Bi fold doors are becoming increasing popular in modern homes because of the amount of light they let into kitchens, lounges and extensions, and also because they can open up a room more than traditional patio and french doors, making a real connection between the inside and the outside spaces. Because of this, bi fold…
Finding the Perfect Blind
Finding the perfect blinds is more like finding the right solution for your needs. It may be that you are looking for practicality or style. This all depends on the window, your style, the room and your requirements. There are, however, blinds that typically suit general purposes you want them to achieve. We shall go…
Perfect Blinds FAQ
1) Are perfect fit blinds suitable for sliding doors? Yes and No. We have to be very careful fitting blinds to sliding doors, as there must be enough room for the doors to pass each other with the blinds installed to them. The perfect fit frame sits about 1cm proud of the door, so the…
Why Property Developers Should Consider a Blind Specialist
At Expression Blinds, we have been fortunate enough to have been asked by property developers in the past to fit blinds for their homes and houses. For us, this is a challenge in itself, after in-depth consultation with project managers we always find the right balance between the budget of such a project and the…
Perfect Fit Frame Colours – What are my Options?
Perfect Fit Blind Frames Perfect Fit blinds have become one of the most popular blind choices for our customers, and quite rightly; they look great, are child safe and come in a huge range of styles, colours and finishes. Many sources of information on the internet focus upon the options for the blinds that sit…
What Goes Into Fitting The Perfect Window Blind?
Our team at Expression Blinds have well over a decades experience in window blind survey and installation. A question I am asked frequently when I am measuring up is how exactly will the blinds be fitted. This can vary massively from job-to-job, and depends largely on the blind type. This guide will outline the different…
Faux Wood Blinds – Faux Wood is the New Wood!
Faux Wood Blinds Now Available! Over the years, vertical blinds have been consistently the most popular type of blind that we have supplied. However, we have noticed that there has been a shift in the market recently, with Wooden blinds now becoming the favourite for a variety of different windows, settings and applications. Many people’s…
INTU Blinds – What Exactly Are They?
At Expression Blinds, we receive enquiries daily for a whole variety of blinds. One of the more popular requests is for Perfect Fit blinds, and with good reason. They look great, fit snugly against the window frame and come in a huge choice of colours and finishes. However, when demonstrating the perfect fit system, I…
Designing A Football Themed Bedroom
Being in the midst of Euro 2016, it’s more than likely that your child is watching the tournament with wonder in their eyes about being there one day. Football is the most popular sport on the planet and nearly every child has the dream of scoring for their favourite team when they’re older. It’s this…
Designing a Festival Themed Bedroom
With the arrival of summer, festival season is now upon us. The mix of the sun and music in a field brings with it the chance to experiment with new styles, and those styles can be showcased in your home. If you can’t go to the likes of Glastonbury or Leeds this summer, then here’s…
Thermal Conservatory Roof Blinds
At Expression Blinds, we pride ourselves on being conservatory blind experts. A huge part of supplying conservatory blinds is providing our customers with thermal conservatory roof blinds. Thermal conservatory roof blinds, as the name suggests, contain thermal properties that help to keep the conservatory warmer in the winter time, and cooler in the summer time.…
How to Maintain your Blinds
It’s a great feeling when you’ve finally got brand new blinds, it changes the way you feel about the room and gives it a new vibe. We understand you want to keep and maintain their shine, and so we’ve written this guide to help you keep your new blinds in great condition. Keeping on top…
Expression Blinds “Guess Who” Euro 2016 Competition
Euro 2016 is in full swing and we’re starting to see the tournament take shape, with everyone now picking their favourites ahead of the Final. In honour of one of Football’s biggest competitions, Expression Blinds have decided to hold our very own competition. We’re giving away a £30 voucher to the lucky winner who can tell…
3 Ways to Revitalise your Home with Blinds
I’ve been doing this job for over 10 years now, but it still amazes sometimes when I see how changing something as simple as the covering of a window can change the whole look and vibe of a room. The simple addition of a beautifully selected blind can transform a drab, tired and dour setting…
The blinds trends we’re expecting this summer
Just like any other fashion trend, the most popular styles of window blinds are constantly in flux. We’re always watching the latest blind trends, forecasting what will be popular. Here, we’ll tell you about what we expect to be the biggest blinds trends this summer. If this post were summer 10 years ago, I’d be suggesting…
Anthracite Blinds – New Perfect Fit Anthracite Frame Colour!
The Perfect Fit range of anthracite blinds has gone from strength to strength since their introduction to the market in 2006. Ideal for creating a seamless interior design scheme and adding curb-side value to your home, these stylish and functional blind frames are becoming very popular with high-quality new builds and quality renovations. Our Perfect…
Motorised Roller Blinds – Making life that little bit easier!
At Expression Blinds, we like to offer our customers the latest innovations in the window blind market, and also to make life a little easier too. With this exciting new product, we can do both! Introducing motorised roller blinds, the new innovation in window blind technology! Motorised Roller Blinds from Expression Blinds Motorised roller blinds…
Installing a Perfect Fit Venetian Blind
Perfect fit blinds are becoming more and more popular. And why not, they are after all a stunning window shading solution, versatile and come in a huge range of colours and styles. Moreover, they are easy to install and create virtually no damage to the window surrounds. Don’t believe us? Take a look at this…
Custom Blinds For French Doors
Choosing the right blinds for French doors is mainly down to your personal taste, budget and the look you are trying to achieve in the room. There are some stunning options available that provide excellent privacy, reduce glare and cut down the summer heat beating through French doors. We supply a range of options and…
Best Blinds For Bay Windows – What Are My Options?
Do You Need Blinds for Bay Windows? Bay windows can be a beautiful feature in any room, be it a lounge, kitchen, dining room or bedroom. They let in plenty of light, give stunning views out of the room and look beautiful. But they can pose a slight problem – whats the best way to…
The Top 5 Blinds To Keep Heat Out In The Summer
Well the summer is finally here (or at least it was!), and the temperatures have been soaring recently. This makes for lovely long, lazy days (if you have the luxury of not being in work!!) outside in the sunshine, but unfortunately it can make for uncomfortable temperatures inside, especially if you have a conservatory which…
Advice on Choosing the Right Blinds
In today’s window blind marketplace, the choice available can sometimes be overwhelming. It can be difficult to even know where to start! At Expression Blinds, we pride ourselves on offering impartial, practical advice to guide you through the myriad of options available to you, and this can be taken advantage of through our free choose…
Perfect Fit Venetian Blinds- No Mess!
See just how easy and mess-free our perfect fit Venetian Blinds are! We make the blind to your exact window measurements, and will fit the blind super-quick for you. These blinds are often chosen by those who do not want damage to the window frames from drills or nails, and also keep your sills clutter-free.…
Conservatory Blinds – Pleated Roof and Roller Side Blinds
This is a short video of a conservatory in Congleton, where we recently installed some rectangular and shaped pleated blinds for the roof panels, and roller blinds around the sides. We have only fitted three roof blinds as the customer wanted to stop the sunshine dazzling them when sat at the table, so therefore covering…
Guide To INTU Screw Fit Blinds – Perfect For Wooden Window Frames!
Both Perfect Fit and INTU Blinds are a wonderful innovation in the world of window shading. They provide privacy and light control in a superb child-safe system, with minimal damage to the window frames. Please visit our Perfect Fit page for full details. However, there is only one small problem when it comes to these…
Blinds for Bi-Fold Doors
Bi-Fold doors are a wonderful innovation in modern window design. They are available in a stunning array of materials and colours that can create a striking design feature, whilst opening up a beautiful space and linking the inside to the outside. They can pose an interesting question though and as you can imagine,one we are…
Should I Choose Curtains Or Blinds?
When choosing how you want your house to look its always important to take ideas and views before purchasing anything. As experts in the field one of the most common questions that people ask me is should i go for curtains or blinds? What will give me the best look and turn my house into…
Three Things to Consider When Buying Bathroom Blinds
Window blinds are considered to be an important aspect to any bathrooms design due to the high privacy levels a bathroom requires. Whether you have small and frosty windows or large and light, blinds are a welcome addition to any bathroom. But with a wide range of blinds available on the market, how do you…
Investing in Patio Awnings
Why use Patio Awnings? Awnings are a great alternative to a sun house or gazebo as they are easy to install and can be folded away out of sight within seconds. They also provide elegance and beauty to your house, not to mention they are great for summer BBQ’s or winter hang outs with family…
Shutter Blinds: Stop Noise Pollution and Weather Conditions Ruining Your Winter
Autumn has arrived. It is the time of year when summer transitions to winter, and with this transition comes terrible weather conditions. You may find yourself be woken at night due to the rain bouncing of your windows or even worse, because the cold has found its way into your home. When it comes to…
Perfect Fit Blinds For Your Perfect Home
Transform your house into a home with our Perfect Fit Blinds Making your house into a home will be easier with our Perfect Fit Blinds. They fit into any house and any design to give you a wonderful homely feeling! Back to the main Perfect Fit Blinds Page
How Five Simple Steps Can Give Your Home a Real Autumn Style
Today marks the first day of autumn. Soon the leaves will start to adorn the pavements as knitted gloves and wellingtons will slowly begin to make a welcome appearance. As the transition from summer to winter begins we will see brilliant colours, crispier days and earlier nights. Autumn is the favourite season for many, so…
What Are Plantation Shutters?
What Are Plantation Shutters? Plantation Shutters are more than just another window shutter. Not only are they famous for their elegance and design grace, but they are also practical and offer the level of privacy and security you would expect at your home or office environment. Affordable and steady, our Plantation Shutters are hand made…
About Expression Blinds
Expression Blinds History We are a Blinds supplier that cater to all of Cheshire. As we are an independent family run business, we put your needs above all else. We understand that times are tough and needs for home improvements are increasing. We source the very best manufacturers for each and every blind type we…
Kitchen Revamp In a Day
Is your kitchen in need of a revamp? Many people believe that kitchen revamp is more effort than it is worth. They think that revamping their kitchen will require dusting the old yellow pages off to start endlessly dialling local builders and plumbers to find someone who can pull out their units and reposition the…
Get the Perfect Summers Sleep with Blackout Blinds
Every year the summer temperature seems to be hotter than the year before, and this year is no different; the sun is scorching and the heat seems to be hotter than ever. Although summer days bring endless joy-filled fun, trying to get to sleep at night can prove to be a struggle and often we…
Five Things You Must Consider When Buying Blinds
“Windows are a great focal point in a room and blinds and shades should be both decorative and functional. Thankfully, we’ve come a long way from the days of hiding them behind basic mini blinds. Now you can dress up a room in hundreds of ways without making a major investment,” says Carolyn Forté from…
Window Blinds Are Not Just For Covering Windows
Who would have thought – window blinds are not just for covering windows! In fact, this everyday item can be re-purposed in more ways than you can imagine; they can redefine space, act as a wall divider and even hide unsightly items. Seeing a window covering being used for something other than shielding a room…
Enjoy the World Cup with Expression Blinds
The sun is shining and the World Cup is well under-way! With the beautiful weather we’re having it seems a shame not to enjoy the lovely view from outside whilst watching England play football in Brazil live from your living room. Unfortunately that’s sometimes not the case. When the sun is blazing through your window…
Tips on How to Clean Window Blinds
There is no denying that blinds look simply stunning when hung at your window but for blinds to look their best, they require regular care and maintenance. And with high quality window blinds from Expression Blinds this can be as easy as pie! Your window blinds will need a thorough cleaning at least once a…
How Energy Efficiency and Window Coverings Go Hand in Hand
Windows have a huge impact on the way we see our homes. They allow natural light to enter a room while shutting the outside world out. They provide views, make a room look more spacious and inevitably make a house a home. However even the best windows have a hard time doing everything that we…
Blinds Safety – Are Your Blinds Family Friendly?
Your window blinds filter sunlight, block window drafts, give you privacy and boast impeccable style. In fact window blinds bring many advantages to your home, however they pose unforeseeable dangers to children and animals which can be serious if there are no safety procedures in place to stop this from happening. Loose cords and chains…
Blinds in Wilmslow and Poynton
Do you live, or is your company based in or around Wilmslow? Are you looking for beautiful, made to measure window blinds and awnings? Then look no further than Expression Blinds for all you need when it comes to blinds in Wilmslow and Poynton! We have our head office in Lymm, Cheshire. This means we…
Lounge Blinds – Design Ideas
The lounge is one of the focal points of the home. It is the room where most of your time is spent, whether it be relaxing, watching television, entertaining guests, the list goes on. For many people, the question of interior design in the lounge tends to focus upon the carpets and the furniture. But…
Beating the Winter Blues on a Budget
With the festive season now firmly over for another year, we are now faced with the dull and dreary months of January and February. We have been thinking about how we can cheer ourselves and our homes up during such miserable months. But we are faced with one hurdle; we are on a very limited…
How to give your bedroom a 60 minute makeover
Does your bedroom need an update? Are you sick of the outdated curtains? Perhaps the colour scheme has become dull and uninspiring? There is no denying that each room in your home needs a bit of revitalisation. This is even more so the case when it comes to your bedroom as this is somewhere you…
Tips and Advice On Buying Conservatory Blinds
So you’ve got a beautiful conservatory. It’s a wonderful extension to your home and provides some much needed extra space. But there’s a small problem; it gets baking hot in the summer months, and then freezing cold in the winter! So what can you do to remedy the situation? Well a cost effective, elegant and…
Blinds in Bramhall and Hazel Grove
Do you live, or is your company based in or around Stockport? Are you looking for beautiful, made to measure window blinds and awnings? Then look no further than Expression Blinds for all you need when it comes to blinds in Bramhall and Hazel Grove! We have our head office in Lymm, Cheshire. This means…
Bedroom Blinds
Bedroom blinds often pose an interesting dilemma for most people; do I go for style or practicality? Well the reality is that you can go for both with the huge range of bedroom blinds now available! The key criteria for man bedrooms is that of light control; to provide darkness for sleeping combined with privacy…
Vertical Conservatory Blinds in Warrington
Are you looking for vertical conservatory blinds for your home in Warrington? Not sure which ones are the best for your conservatory? Expression Blinds can help, simply arrange a no obligation visit for a quote and to browse our selection of quality conservatory blinds at affordable prices. Our conservatory blinds are made to measure so…
Blinds in Northwich, Middlewich & Winsford
Do you live, or is your company based in or around Northwich? Are you looking for beautiful, made to measure window blinds and awnings? Then look no further than Expression Blinds for all you need when it comes to blinds in Northwich, Middlewich and Winsford ! We have our head office in Lymm, Cheshire. This…
Blinds In Irlam & Eccles
If you’re located in the West of Manchester and are looking for beautiful blinds and awnings, look no further than Expression Blinds for all your window covering needs! Expression Blinds is a family run business whose priority is delivering a first class customer service. With head offices in Lymm, Expression Blinds is a short drive…
Plantation Shutters For Bay Windows
Expression are delighted to be able to offer our customers the latest in style and luxury – plantation shutters. As well as being practical, they are a real interior design feature and can totally transform the way you view your room. Our Plantation Shutters are handcrafted to order from the finest materials and made-to-measure for…
Total Blackout Blinds – New To Expression!
A question we are frequently asked is ‘Can you supply total blackout blinds?’, to which my reply was always ‘unfortunately not!’. Traditional blackout blinds often have small gaps down the sides and across the tops of the blinds which in certain circumstances can let quite a bit of light into the room, which is not…
Blinds in Didsbury and Withington
If you’re located in the South of Manchester and are looking for beautiful made to measure blinds, look no further than Expression Blinds to manufacture, supply and fit your home or business with those dream blinds. As a family run business with head offices in Lymm, Expression Blinds are perfectly located to supply Didsbury, Withington…
Blinds in Timperley, Altrincham & Sale
Do you live, or is your company based in or around South Manchester? Are you looking for beautiful, made to measure window blinds and awnings? Then look no further than Expression Blinds for all you need when it comes to blinds in Timperley, Altrincham & Sale ! We have our head office in Lymm, Cheshire.…
Kitchen Blinds – Roller, Venetian & More!
The kitchen is one of the most used rooms in the home – the hub of the house! It is an area that can make a real design statement, and one key part of that is the window dressing. Blinds are a great option as that dressing; practical, affordable, versatile with a huge range of…
Looking For Blinds In Chester? Come To See Us!
Do you live, or is your company based in and around Chester? Are you looking for beautiful, made to measure window blinds and awnings? Then look no further than Expression Blinds for all you need when it comes to blinds in Chester! How Expression Blinds Works We have our head office in Lymm, Cheshire. This…
Recent Project Blinds
We’ve been very busy at Expression Blinds over the last few months! The improvement in the weather (which has been a long time in coming!!) and the lighter mornings, combined with early summer home improvements have meant the enquiries have been flying in, which keeps us out of trouble! As we like to keep all…
Fantastic New Updates To Our Perfect Fit Blinds Pages!
As the summer finally seems to have arrived, now could be the perfect opportunity for you to select the ideal blinds for your conservatory and home. We offer a vast array of beautiful window blinds, with ranges to suit every taste and budget. We very regularly recommend the stunning ‘Perfect Fit’ blind ranges as they…
What are Vision Roller Blinds?
Expression blinds are proud to offer our customers all the latest in innovations in the window blind market. Therefore, we are delighted to be able to supply the next generation of rollers blinds – The Vision roller blind! What is a Vision Roller Blind? The Vision Roller Blind (sometimes referred to as a day and…
Perfect Fit Conservatory Blinds – The Perfect Fit!
With so many types of conservatory blinds on the market today, it can be difficult to known where to start when choosing your ideal blind. Of course there are many considerations; budget, functionality, texture, colour etc, but in my humble opinion you have to go along way to find something that looks better, and works…
Velux Blinds – A Stunning Collection Of Choices!
There are many types of blinds on the market today. Very few however, match the beauty and practicality of Velux Blinds. Velux is a huge company, and dominate the skylight roof market. Based in Denmark, they employ roughly 10,000 people and have sales offices in 40 countries world wide. Not bad eh? Therefore if you…
INTU Conservatory Blinds – The Ideal Fit!
INTU blinds have been in the shadow of the better know Perfect Fit blinds for some time now. But with every day that passes they are growing in popularity and are becoming more and more prominent in the public consciousness. And for good reason too; they are practical, affordable and perhaps most importantly they look…
Commercial Blinds – High Performance Fabrics
At Expression Blinds, we are delighted to call ourselves commercial blind specialists. As we are an independent company, we are not tied into supplier or franchise agreements, which gives us the freedom to select the right fabric supplier for the specific job. This means high performing fabrics, stunning looks and reduced prices! For blinds in…
Vertical Blinds – Versatile AND Beautiful!
A question I am often asked by customers is “what is your most popular type of blind?”. My answer is quite simple – vertical blinds! But why is this the case? Indeed vertical blinds are one of the most traditional ranges of blinds, and can be traced back to the beginnings of what we now…
Looking for blinds in Stockport? Come to see us!
Do you live, or is your company based in and around Stockport? Are you looking for beautiful, made to measure window blinds and awnings? Then look no further than Expression Blinds for all you need when it comes to blinds in Stockport! We have our head office in Lymm, Cheshire. This means we are ideally…
Conservatory Blinds Dilemma? Why Not Consider Wooden Blinds!
Are you in the process of deciding what the most appropriate conservatory blinds? Getting bogged down in the apparent endless array of options, colours and ranges to choose from? Then why not keep it simple and choose wooden blinds to add a touch of style and class to your conservatory? Wooden Conservatory Blinds When thinking…
Looking for blinds in Manchester?
Do you live, or is your company based in and around Manchester? Are you looking for beautiful, made to measure window blinds and awnings? Then look no further than Expression Blinds for all you need when it comes to blinds in Manchester! We have our head office in Lymm, Cheshire. This means we are ideally…
Not Just A Window Dressing….
Here is a fantastic article from ‘Blinds & Shutters’ magazine about Louvolite fabrics, a product we are proud to supply at Expression Blinds: Louvolite’s products are also highly sophisticated solar shading systems – as designers, architects and specifiers can easily find out. It’s easy for us: we know about the products, the huge variety and…
Venetian Blinds – A Huge Range Of Applications!
I’m often asked which type of blind is most popular. More often than not the answer is vertical blinds, but recently their younger brother venetian blinds have been sneaking up on the inside. Why is this? Well there is a number of different factors. In my personal opinion, I am a fan of the venetian…
Conservatory Blinds – Light AND Shade!
Choosing the right conservatory blinds can often be a tall proposition. They can make the difference between an under used space, and a room that truly feels like part of you home. Indeed, they can transform your conservatory into a comfortable, practical and stylish looking space you and your family can enjoy all year round.…
Merry Christmas!
We want to wish all our customers a very merry Christmas and a happy new year! Thanks for supporting us,and please keep checking our blog out for all the latest news and views from the world of blinds, and of course for all our special offers! We’ll be in touch soon for more updates in…
Commercial Blinds – Add A Splash Of Colour!
Expression Blinds specialise in the supply of commercial blinds. We have worked on some exciting projects for customers including: Manchester City Football Club Warrington Wolves Rugby League Lidl Lloyds Pharmacy Answer IT Narnia Day Nursery Loretto Grammar School Marco Marco Restaurant Lymm and many more! Many people have asked us: Which types of blinds are…
Roller Blinds – Release The Potential!
Roller blinds truly are a beautiful part of the window blinds family. They have huge scope in terms of their application; they work really well in bathrooms and kitchens as their lack of intrusion into the space on a window ledge allows plenty of room for everyday items. They are simplistic in their operation –…
Design Tips For Your Conservatory Blinds
Conservatories can often present quite a challenge to furnish and add the finishing touches to. Indeed the first real problem is attaining a comfortable living environment, as they are usually cold through the winter months and then blazing hot through the summer. The solution to this problem? High performance window blinds! People will often comment…
How Do I Choose The Right Window Blinds For Me?
At Expression Blinds, we offer a huge range of window blinds to suit every taste and budget. However, this can pose a slight problem – with such a huge selection, where should you start? There are advantages and disadvantages to each blind, so this guide should help you understand a little more of each blind…