Below is a brief overview of the window treatment solutions available. Please get in touch if you need further advice and guidance as we would be delighted to assist.

Blackout Solutions

Treatments With A Block Factor Greater Than 90%

In order to access the best blackout solution, practicality and economic factors play a significant role. For example, a fully enclosed headbox + side channels (99% blackout) will create an extremely effective light block solution whereas a roller blind with a blackout fabric would offer a more cost-effective thou less efficient blackout solution (90% blackout)

Curtains

Elevate Every Space with Stylish Functional Curtains

Curtains are both stylish and functional offering a sleek solution for managing light and ensuring privacy. Perfect for contemporary and classic interiors alike, they bring a subtle elegance to any room, while their fabric ensures durability and ease of use. Whether to soften natural light or to create a cozy, private atmosphere, curtains are an essential addition to any palette.

Dimout Solutions

Window Treatments Allowing Privacy and Glare Control

Where blackout treatments are not required e.g. Living spaces or office environments a dimout or translucent a treatment can be applied. This will provide privacy and glare control whilst still allowing light ingress through the fabric.

Technical Applications

Specialist Window Treatments For Difficult To Reach Windows

For overhead or difficult-to-reach windows, skylight blinds are essential, offering control over light and heat that enters through skylights. Skylight shading solutions manage natural light while enhancing comfort in spaces.

Dimout Roller Blind Systems

Dimout and sheer roller blinds are practical, versatile, and stylish window coverings. They are ideal for commercial applications that require moderate light control, privacy, and aesthetic appeal. These blinds are commonly used in offices, hotels, retail spaces, restaurants, and healthcare facilities where function and design are essential.

They offer a sleek, minimalistic appearance, with the fabric rolling up neatly when not in use, making them particularly suitable for modern, professional environments. Their ability to filter light while maintaining an airy atmosphere makes them popular in commercial interiors.

Key Features

Light Control and Diffusion

  • Dimout Blinds: Dimout roller blinds allow significant natural light to pass through while reducing glare and softening harsh sunlight. This makes them ideal for environments like offices, where natural light is desired but needs to be controlled to reduce glare on screens and workspaces.
  • Sheer Blinds: Sheer roller blinds, on the other hand, offer even greater light transmission, providing a soft glow while still offering a degree of privacy. This is especially useful in public-facing commercial spaces like hotel lobbies or retail stores, where creating an open, inviting atmosphere is essential.
  • Balanced Light Control: Both dimout and sheer roller blinds provide a comfortable middle ground between blackout blinds and completely open windows, helping to create a well-lit, productive, and pleasant environment.

Minimalist and Sleek Design
Roller blinds have a clean, simple design that fits seamlessly into contemporary commercial spaces. They roll neatly into a discreet tube, minimising their visual impact when unused.

  • Space-Saving: Due to their compact design, roller blinds are ideal for commercial spaces where a clean, unobtrusive look is essential. They don’t take up much room and can be fitted to large or small windows without overwhelming the space.

Customisable Fabrics and Finishes

  • Wide Range of Fabrics: Both dimout and sheer roller blinds are available in a wide variety of fabrics, colours, and patterns, making them highly customisable to match the branding or decor of the commercial environment.
  • Opacity Levels: Dimout fabrics come in different opacity levels, from light-filtering to near-blackout, allowing businesses to choose the level of light control they need.
  • Textile Options: Sheer roller blinds can be crafted from linen, polyester, or other transparent weaves. They offer a lightweight, translucent effect that softens the space's appearance while providing subtle shading.

Privacy and Visibility

  • Dimout Blinds: These blinds offer privacy while allowing some visibility to the outside world. This makes them perfect for conference rooms, office spaces, or healthcare environments, where privacy is essential but total blackout is unnecessary.
  • Sheer Blinds: Sheer roller blinds offer limited privacy, diffusing the view into and out of the building without completely obstructing it. Commercial spaces such as cafés, restaurants, or retail stores allow occupants to enjoy natural light and views while feeling enclosed.

Energy Efficiency

  • Thermal Insulation: Both dimout and sheer roller blinds can contribute to a building’s energy efficiency by reducing summer solar heat gain and helping insulate windows during colder months. This is especially beneficial in commercial buildings with large windows or glass facades.
  • UV Protection: Dimout and sheer fabrics can block harmful UV rays, which helps protect furniture, flooring, and merchandise from fading or damage. This feature is essential for retail stores and offices with expensive furnishings or sensitive equipment.

Motorisation and Automation

  • Motorised Operation: Roller blinds are ideal for motorisation, which is a convenient feature in large commercial spaces, high windows, or areas that require frequent adjustments. Motorised dimout or sheer roller blinds can be operated with a remote control, a wall switch, or integrated into a building’s automation system.
  • Automated Light Control: In offices, conference rooms, or hotels, motorised blinds can be programmed to adjust based on the time of day, external light levels, or even the sun's position. This enhances energy efficiency and maintains a comfortable environment.
  • Quiet Motors: Many motorised roller blinds designed for commercial applications feature quiet motors, ensuring that the blinds can be adjusted without disturbing the occupants or disrupting the professional atmosphere.

Durability and Maintenance

  • Commercial-Grade Durability: The fabrics and mechanisms used in dimout and sheer roller blinds for commercial settings are designed to withstand frequent use. To ensure long-term durability, the blinds’ components are often made from heavy-duty materials like aluminium or steel.
  • Easy to Clean and Maintain: Roller blind fabrics' smooth surface makes them easy to clean, a significant advantage in high-traffic commercial environments such as restaurants, hotels, or offices. Dust, dirt, and stains can be wiped off without much hassle.

** Fire Retardant Options**

  • Fire Safety: In commercial spaces with strict safety regulations, such as hotels, offices, or public buildings, many dimout and sheer roller blinds are made from fire-retardant materials. This ensures compliance with building codes while maintaining a stylish appearance.

Versatility in Installation

  • Various Mounting Options: Roller blinds can be installed inside or outside the window frame, allowing for flexibility in design and function. This versatility makes them suitable for commercial applications for small windows and large glass facades.
  • Cassette Systems: Dimout or sheer roller blinds can be installed with a cassette system, which conceals the roll at the top for a sleek, streamlined appearance. This is ideal for contemporary commercial spaces where a polished look is essential.

Common Applications

Offices

  • Comfort and Glare Reduction: In offices, dimout roller blinds are ideal for reducing computer screen glare while allowing natural light to enter the workspace. This creates a more comfortable and productive work environment.

  • Collaborative Spaces: Sheer roller blinds provide privacy without completely blocking light in meeting rooms or communal office areas, helping to create a welcoming, open atmosphere.

  • Hotels

  • Guest Rooms: Dimout roller blinds allow hotel guests to control the light entering their room without total blackout. They ensure comfort and privacy while maintaining a bright, airy feel.

  • Lobbies and Common Areas: Sheer roller blinds in hotel lobbies or lounges provide a soft, elegant look while filtering light, creating an inviting atmosphere for guests.

Restaurants and Cafés

  • Natural Light with Ambiance: Sheer roller blinds are famous in restaurants and cafés, where soft, diffused light enhances the dining experience without overpowering the interior decor. They also allow diners to enjoy outside views without the harshness of direct sunlight.
  • Custom Branding: The fabrics used for roller blinds can be customised with colours or patterns that reflect the restaurant’s branding, creating a cohesive, professional look.

Retail Spaces

  • Product Protection: Dimout roller blinds help protect merchandise from harmful UV rays and excessive heat while allowing enough natural light to highlight the products and create an inviting shopping environment.
  • Visual Appeal: Sheer roller blinds in storefronts provide a modern, polished appearance that complements the overall store design while creating an inviting window display.

Healthcare Facilities

  • Patient Comfort: In hospitals, clinics, or wellness centres, dimout roller blinds provide a calming environment by controlling light levels and offering privacy. Sheer roller blinds can be used in waiting areas to create a soft, welcoming atmosphere without feeling enclosed.

Additional Benefits

  • Sustainability: Many roller blinds for commercial applications are made from sustainable or recyclable materials, helping businesses reduce their environmental impact.
  • Custom Graphics: Roller blinds can be printed with custom designs or logos, making them useful for brand promotion in commercial settings such as retail stores or office buildings.

Conclusion

Dimout and sheer roller blinds offer a versatile, practical, and stylish window treatment solution for commercial spaces. Their ability to diffuse natural light, provide privacy, and enhance the aesthetic of any interior makes them ideal for offices, hotels, restaurants, retail stores, and healthcare environments. With options for motorisation, durability, and customisation, these blinds meet the demands of contemporary commercial spaces while maintaining a clean, professional look.

Our Partners

Lloyds Contracts has established long-term partnerships with leading shading specialists and fabric manufacturers. This loyalty has led to us being able to offer competitive pricing and premium quality with quick turnaround/lead times.

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