Are Motorised Blinds Worth The Cost?
Are you looking for blinds that not only look fabulous but are practical and convenient too? Do you find it tiring or annoying having to open and close your blinds daily? Motorised blinds offer the perfect solution: they make life easier by allowing you to remotely manipulate your blinds. Yet motorised blinds can be more […]
Why Now Is The Time To Replace Your Blinds
What a summer we’ve had! It’s been so warm but at times, just a little bit too hot. And with winter fast approaching, it’s soon going to get much colder. What you really need is better temperature control in your home. But imagine if you could control the temperature on hot days and colder days… […]
Could Motorised Blinds Make Your Home More Accessible?
Wondering if motorised blinds will make a difference in your home? Looking for stylish ways to add convenience to your daily routine? Are you considering blinds but finding them too difficult to operate? It’s true; most blinds are not designed to be disability friendly. It can be arduous searching for window dressings that will look […]
Bay Window Shutters – The Best Protection from Low Sun Angles
Thinking about bay window shutters? Want a stylish way to protect your room from the glaring sun? Are you tired of being blinded by low-angled light while trying to enjoy your home? Low sun angles are annoying all year round. You may find your room almost unusable at certain times of day, with harsh sunlight […]
Luxaflex Blinds – Are They Really Worth the Cost?
When it comes to choosing the best window coverings for your unique home, it can feel overwhelming. With so many options available, from style and colour to cost and sustainability – how can you know which one is right for your personal taste and home decor? You want the best of the best – quality […]
How Do You Clean Shutters? 🧽
How Do You Clean Shutters? This is a question that we get asked a lot. The easiest way to answer this question is to describe how we clean our window shutters at home. Most of the time, it’s just lightly settled dust on the louvre you’re trying to remove. If that’s the case, then […]
ELIT Folding Pergola System
ELIT Folding Pergola The new ELIT folding pergola system is available in sizes up to 6000mm wide x 6000mm projection, with a maximum height of 2500mm There are three fitting options. Between Walls With two wall posts and fitted to one wall Freestanding – with four wall posts. The ELIT System is suitable for both […]
Curtains Vs Blinds Vs Shutters – How Do They Compare?
You know you need a window covering, but how do you know which is best? Should you choose curtains, blinds or shutters for the best value, appearance, and quality? Which window dressing will work best for your room? The answer is simple – you need to know the pros and cons of all three options […]
Plastic Vs Wooden Shutters – Which Should You Choose?
Vinyl, wood, plastic – oh my! There’s a whirlwind of choice out there when it comes to shutter materials. The big question is, which should you choose? How do you know if plastic or wooden shutters will be the best choice for your home? Which material works best in different situations? There’s a lot to […]
Which Blinds Are Better for Bathrooms?
If you’re looking for functional yet stylish blinds for bathrooms, there’s something you should know… Some blinds just aren’t meant to be used in bathrooms. Cheaper materials may become mouldy in unventilated areas, and some styles may not be durable enough for the moisture-dense atmosphere created in most bathrooms. The good news is that you […]
Buying Window Blinds? Here Are 10 Questions You Should Be Asking
Confused by your options when it comes to buying window blinds? Not sure where to start to ensure you get the window coverings you really want? Think your windows are too awkwardly shaped or sized for traditional blinds? You’re in the right place! With so many different varieties of windows coming into style, from standard […]
Shutters vs Blinds: Which Should You Choose?
Shutters vs blinds – which are better? Deciding on the correct type of window covering can be confusing and stressful. Are blinds or shutters better for your home? Which style should you choose? What are the benefits and drawbacks of shutters and blinds? The good news is that shutters and blinds each have clear benefits, […]
Window Insulation: Could Shutters Save You Money On Your Heating Bill?
Are you looking for smart ways to save money on your heating? Want to find out how shutters could reduce heat loss in your home? Looking for window insulation? You’re in the right place. Windows are responsible for around 18-30% of the total heat loss in your home. This is a considerable contribution to your […]
Child Safety Week – Keeping Your Child Safe Around Window Blinds
Keeping your children safe while they explore the world is no easy task, but there are certain steps we can all take in our homes to protect our little ones. This week is Child and Safety Week. From June 6th to 12th 2022 the British Blind & Shutter Association is supporting Child Safety Week with […]
Shutters For Windows & Doors: 13 Questions You Need To Ask Before You Buy
Looking for new window coverings? Considering buying shutters for windows or doors? Deciding whether to install shutters on your property is a big decision. You need to know the essential details to make the best choice for your home. Not sure where to start with shutters? As the experts on shutters and blinds, we’ve put […]
Refinishing Shutters 🧑🎨
Refinishing Shutters We are occasionally asked if refinishing shutters is possible. How Most Shutters are Finished First, it’s essential to understand how your Scottish Shutter Company shutters are finished during manufacturing. Most shutter manufacturers assemble all the components on a shutter panel and then add a final painted finish. This can cause some challenges with […]
DreamHub – Simple Shading Automation
DreamHub – Connecting Your Shading Solutions Smart home automation is here to stay. Take control. The explosive popularity of Alexa, Siri and co. in recent times makes it easy to believe that recent research indicates there will be at least one smart speaker in half of all UK households by 2022. The smart home era has arrived and […]
Blindspace Blind Concealment
Blindspace Blind Concealment Here at The Scottish Shutter Company, we’ve been fitting shading systems of all types and sizes for thirty-four years. Big Windows However, in the last couple of years, we’ve noticed that the windows we’re fitting blinds to are getting bigger. Glazed panels are becoming more extensive. We now come across a lot […]
“Where Are Your Real-Wood Shutters Made?”
“Where are your real-wood shutters made?” – This is a question we get asked regularly.😊 All the major shutter retailers in the UK have their real-wood plantation shutters made in China by a company called NienMade. And while manufacturing takes about five days, the rest of the delivery time is taken up by sea freight. […]
Patio & Garden Awnings 2023 😎
Patio & Garden Awnings Our high-performance patio & garden awnings are available in a stunning range of bold stripes, jacquards and plains that you’ll love and will add instant exterior style. In addition to keeping you comfortable, our exclusive fabric technology protects your awning colour, whatever the weather outdoors, so it won’t rot or fade. […]
Shutter Warranty
The Scottish Shutter Company Window Shutter Warranty Shutter Warranty: Antigua, Bermuda & Cuba Ranges The shutters and frames we supply and fit will be covered by a warranty against any defects in the materials, structure or colourfastness for three years from the installation date. The hinges and other hardware attached to the shutters will be […]
Twist Roller Blinds
The World’s Smartest Roller Blind. Roller blinds are trendy and come in a wide range of fabrics and colours. But they all have one challenge. When they’re down, they’re down. And, if you’ve chosen an opaque material, then you can’t see through the fabric when its down. Which is fine at night as […]
Discover Why the Amazing Luxaflex Duette Blinds Are #1
Luxaflex Duette Blinds and Shades Our Favourite Blinds If you ask us what our favourite blinds are – it’s Luxaflex Duette Blinds. At the Scottish Shutter Company, we know a lot about Luxaflex Duette blinds. We’ve fitted them to Scottish windows, glazed doors and conservatories for over thirty-three years. Since the original Duette fabric was […]
Electric Shutters
Electric Shutters Here at The Scottish Shutter Company, we’ve become known for our expertise in automated and voice-activated window blinds. So, it seems like a natural progression that we introduce a new range of automated window shutters. This new range, called PowerMotion is available as an option on all of our S-Craft silent-tilt shutter products. […]
