Integral Blinds: The Ultimate Solution for Style and Privacy

Looking for a modern, maintenance-free way to control light and privacy in your home? Integral blinds are becoming increasingly popular with homeowners and offer a practical alternative to traditional blinds. These innovative blind systems work perfectly with uPVC and aluminium windows and doors.

Whether you’re renovating your home, building an extension, or upgrading your windows or doors, integral blinds could be the perfect solution for your needs.

What are Integral Blinds?

As opposed to standard blinds that sit in front of the glass, integral blinds are permanently sealed within double glazing units. This creates a completely sealed unit where the blinds operate smoothly without being exposed to dust, damage, or daily wear.

Benefits of Integral Blinds

Maintenance-Free

Traditional blinds are notorious for collecting dust and requiring regular cleaning – something that’s entirely eliminated with integral blinds. Because they’re sealed within the glass units, they stay pristine year after year without any effort on your part. This makes them particularly valuable in kitchens where grease and steam can damage regular blinds, bathrooms where moisture is an issue, and hard-to-reach places like high windows.

External blinds often get twisted or broken, and they can be a tripping hazard, especially if they have long cords. Integral blinds stay untouched and are compact within the window frames.

Home Comfort

The integral blind system does more than look good – it actively contributes to your home’s comfort. During the summer, they can be adjusted to reduce solar gain and manage glare, helping keep your rooms cooler and more comfortable. In winter, they provide an additional insulating layer when closed, helping to retain warmth, improve energy efficiency and potentially reduce your use of heating systems.

Perfect for All Rooms

The versatility of integral blinds makes them suitable for any room in your home. They’re especially popular in modern extensions with large glass areas, conservatories where light control is crucial, and rooms where privacy needs change throughout the day. Their clean, contemporary appearance works well with both modern and traditional styles, while the fact they are sealed makes them perfect for rooms where their hygiene could be compromised, like kitchens and bathrooms.

Our Integral Blind Systems

Our integral blinds are supplied by industry leaders Morley Glass & Glazing. They can be controlled manually, automatically or remotely and are suitable for almost any room including garden rooms, orangeries and conservatories.

C System – Manual Control

Our C System represents a perfect blend of simplicity and effectiveness for controlling traditional Venetian blinds within your sealed glass units. These blinds can be easily adjusted to control light and privacy using a patented magnet mechanism. The optional ‘wand’ operation makes them particularly user-friendly, a great choice for those with limited mobility.

SV System – Cordless Slider

Safety meets style with our SV System, featuring an external magnetic slider with a special Santitized® antibacterial finish. This innovative cordless design eliminates any safety concerns associated with traditional blind cords, making it perfect for homes with children or pets. The slider mechanism is smooth and intuitive, while the sleek design maintains excellent style. These integral blinds are beneficial in kitchens and bathrooms where hygiene is a priority.

W System – Solar Control

Our solar-powered W smart System adds great technology to integral blinds. Complete with a remote control as standard, this system can operate both Venetian and pleated blinds. The battery-operated mechanism can be easily recharged via USB, combining convenience with eco-friendly operation. Its solar control capabilities make it particularly valuable in south-facing rooms and conservatories.

MB System – Motorised Brushless

The MB System takes automation to the next level with its advanced brushless motor technology. This system allows you to control multiple blinds simultaneously, which is perfect for creating coordinated light and privacy control throughout your home. It can be integrated with most home automation systems, making it an excellent choice for modern, tech-savvy households.

S System – Slider

Designed specifically for challenging installations like skylights and attic windows, the S System uses an innovative central magnetic device that can be adjusted at any angle. This makes it particularly effective for roof windows where traditional blinds would be impractical. The system can accommodate two blinds within one unit, perfect for larger glazed areas, and the Verosol pleated blind fabric option provides exceptional solar heat control.

SL16 System – Slim Fit

Our most compact solution, the SL16 System, is engineered specifically for installations where space is at a premium. Available with either slider or cord operation, this system offers all the benefits of integral blinds in a slim 16mm cavity.

Blind Styles and Colours

Venetian Style

Our integral Venetian blinds offer precise light control with their adjustable horizontal slats. These blinds suit any room style and are available in a wide range of colours, including the increasingly popular Anthracite Grey that perfectly complements modern window frames. The slat design lets you maintain privacy while letting in plenty of natural light.

Pleated Style

For a softer, more contemporary look, our pleated blinds come in 16 different colours. The textured woven design provides excellent light diffusion while maintaining privacy, and they’re particularly effective at managing glare in home offices or TV rooms. Their neat folding design makes them perfect for larger glass units like bifold doors.

Vanity Fabrics

Our exclusive range of vanity fabrics takes design possibilities to the next level with 16 striking colours. These premium fabrics add a touch of luxury to any installation while providing excellent light control and privacy management.

Why Choose Albany Windows?

As experienced installers in Gloucestershire, we understand that choosing the right integral blind system is crucial for your home. Our expertise includes:

• Installation by our own trained team; we never use subcontractors
• Comprehensive 5-year guarantee on all glass units and a 2-year guarantee on blind components
• Full support and aftercare service
• Competitive pricing with flexible finance options

Contact Us

Integral blinds offer the perfect combination of style, functionality and convenience. Whether you’re renovating your home or building a new property, they provide an ideal solution for modern living. With our vast range of control systems and styles, we can help you find the perfect match for your needs.

Our showroom is the best way to see and use our range of integral blinds. You can find this at Units 40 & 41, Space Business Centre, Tewkesbury Road, Cheltenham, GL51 9FL.

You can call us on 01242 511384 or email sales@albanywindows.co.uk to discuss your requirements.

We can’t wait to help you choose the perfect integral blind system for your home.