Integral blinds are the ideal partner for bi-folding doors, and can help towards achieving energy-efficient homes, according to an Italian designer and manufacturer of interstitial blinds, Sunbell. Originally developed for the commercial sector, integral blinds are an alternative to internal or external blinds, shutters or traditional curtains.
Sealed within the glazed unit, blinds are sealed from any ingress of dirt, dust or moisture, offering an inexpensive and safe solution, with low maintenance and reduced sound intrusion and solar glare. Blinds can reduce air-conditioning and heating costs by providing greater insulation and light reflection, the business argues. The product minimises the effect of direct sunlight, improves protection from overheating in the summer and offers thermal insulation in the winter months.
For homeowners, blinds are both a creative and practical solution, adding elegance and style while at the same time offering a safe and low-maintenance answer to providing light and privacy. Customers have a wide choice of Venetian and fabric finishes, including blackout options in a range of colours to complement a range of building designs.
Although traditionally cord-operated, blinds are being increasingly supplied motorised, either powered by a battery unit on the glass, or hard wired through to a central control box. Motorised blinds are the ultimate in safety and convenience, easily controlled by a switch on the glass, a hand-held remote unit, tablet, phone or interfaced with a home automation system.
Italian-style quality, custom made
The Italian designer and manufacturer of interstitial blinds, Sunbell, has created a range of high-quality, innovative and energy-efficient solutions. A well-established family business in Italy, Sunbell has a good reputation for service and quality, manufacturing a wide range of traditional and integral blinds.
Supplied in kit form, and custom-made, Sunbell’s wide choice of solutions and styles aim to suit every taste. The range includes aluminium Venetian slats, pleated (Sunlight), duette (Sunveil) and blackout (Sunblock) options, as well as a new venetian finish, ‘Charcoal Grey’ (a close match to the ever-popular dark grey RAL 7016) together with a choice of spacer bar in black or silver aluminium or warm edge.
Venetian blinds are designed to control the diffusion of light, offering varying degrees of privacy. Sunbell’s simple-to-operate venetian blinds combine Italian design, superb quality and engineering excellence, the business claims, enhancing the look of any home. For more details call 01245 422 489, email info@sunbell.co.uk or visit www.sunbell.it/en.
