Integral Conservatory Blinds - Future or Fashion for Conservatory Blinds?

The latest innovation from several greenhouse suppliers is window blinds. Because they are integrated into the roof unit during the construction phase, they are usually sold together with the greenhouse. This means that integral blinds are only available as roof blinds... So begging the question if this is the future of greenhouse blind installation or if it's just a passing fad.

Choosing Greenhouse Blinds?

How do you know what type of greenhouse blinds to choose to complete the look of your greenhouse? Choosing the right type will complete the look of your greenhouse, giving you a custom design and impeccable finish.

There are many custom conservatory blinds on the market today, ranging from fabrics, styles and color choices. The downside to all-in-one blinds is that they are only available in a limited range of fabrics and colors, but each has its own advantages. They are also tailored to accommodate your every need. You can also match the color of your roof and window blinds to complement your design if you have a specific color scheme in mind (paint reference provided).

Blind for life?

Integral blinds are permanently sealed and assembled within a double-glazed unit, and as a result remain intact throughout the conservatory period. As a result, you should be completely happy with your color choice at first, as you won't be able to change these blinds in the future without significant inconvenience and associated costs.

roof or side blinds

If you choose to have integral blinds fitted during conservatory construction, integral blinds can only be used as roof blinds and therefore cannot include exact matching side window blinds.

Roof blinds can provide several benefits to your greenhouse. The most important thing is to protect the room from sunlight. But opting for roof and side window blinds instead increases the following benefits:

You can adjust the temperature control and reduce glare. In summer, the sun's rays can be weak, and as the heat gradually increases, ultraviolet rays can enter through the glazed roofs and windows of rooms. However, the addition of roof and window blinds (especially those made with specialist fabrics) can provide considerable control and regulation of indoor temperature.

Additionally, these blinds provide privacy and protect your furniture, plants and decorations from the intense rays of the sun. As another benefit of providing privacy, window blinds can keep prying eyes away from your home to make your conservatory a cozy and intimate space.

Integral blind control

Integral blinds come with a rectangular panel split into two and non-rectangular panels, and both versions are fixed, so they cannot be adjusted or folded to allow light in, providing a much more limited operation than regular roof and window blinds.

An alternative is to always opt for fully retractable, custom conservatory blinds no matter which design or style you choose, giving you full control over the light and shade levels within your conservatory. This is very important as it provides a comfortable environment in which to relax.

motorized blinds

Integral blinds cannot be motorized as they can only be operated manually. If you have multiple roof blinds, this can be a hassle as opening or closing them can be time consuming. However, with minimal fuss, you can easily control the shading and privacy of your conservatory, giving you total flexibility with your choice of custom roof and window blinds.