News And Views

CAN YOU OPEN YOUR SHOP YET? The question many of you are asking is  when will it be possible to reopen and start trading again? As members of the British Blind and Shutters Association will already know, our trade body  has been working hard on our behalf to get the best advice and help members to get back to business safely.  So long as you have determined it is safe to do so, the answer is "yes". Regulations in England closing non-essential retail shops have a number of exemptions and one of those is 'homeware'. Dictionary definitions of homewares include, furnishings and curtains. As such, Curtain/blind and furnishing retailers may open their premises as long as it is safe to do so.   The Government has produced Guidance to help employers, employees and the self-employed understand how to work safely during the coronavirus pandemic : this can be seen here;  www.gov.uk/guidance/working-safely-duringcoronavirus-covid-19. The require

COVID-19 Transparent roll up barrier screen COVID-19 has changed the world drastically.  The first countries are slowly opening again, which is good news and a hopeful sign. This back to work comes with strict health and safety requirements that sit alongside social distancing and good hygiene. Adapting window coverings can make a significant contribution towards a safer workplace. We have adapted an advertising banner by using a transparent and wipe-able PVC material to produce dividers for either screening between office desks or other work-spaces without losing any light, visibility or social contact. COVID Transparent roll up barrier screen Main features: ·          Adjustable : These screens measure 85 cm wide and are adjustable up to 200 cm tall. ·          Strong: The material is made of a robust 400 micron thick PVC. ·          Cleanable and waterproof: ideal for providing the protection needed when social distancing is not             

A brief Guide to Motorisation The benefits of motorised blinds ·        Comfort and privacy with the push of a button ·        Completely child safe by design by eliminating cords and chains ·        Motorisation keeps your blinds looking better for longer ·        Operate blinds easily in difficult to reach places ·        Somfy motors are compatible with leading “Smart Home” solutions ·        All our motors carry a 5-year warranty Why you should consider Battery powered Motorised blinds ·        No more chains or pulls hanging down at the window ·        Open and close with perfect positioning with just one click of a button ·        Ideal for hard to reach windows as well as larger windows ·        Operate a single blind or group of blinds with one command, even by using your smart phone ·        Battery power makes installation quick, easy, clean and without any disruption to your home décor  ·