Made-to-Measure Venetian Blinds
Light, controlled.
Beautifully.
Wood, aluminium and fauxwood Venetian blinds — made to your exact measurements and fitted across Lancashire since 2007. Precise light control, enduring style.
About Venetian Blinds
done properly.
Venetian blinds have been dressing windows for centuries — and for good reason. The ability to tilt individual slats gives you a level of light and privacy control that no other blind type can match. Angle them to bounce light up to the ceiling, filter a glare while keeping the view, or close them completely for total privacy.
What sets a well-made Venetian blind apart from an off-the-shelf one is everything you can't see at a glance — the headrail construction, the quality of the ladder tape or cord, the finish on every individual slat. We supply blinds we'd be happy to have in our own homes, made to your exact measurements and fitted by the same small team who surveyed your windows.
We've been doing this since 2007. We're not a national chain, we don't subcontract and we don't hard-sell. We bring samples to your home, take proper measurements and give you honest advice about what will look and perform best in your specific windows.
Tilt slats to any angle — from fully open to fully closed — for infinite gradation of light and privacy throughout the day.
Real wood for warmth, aluminium for contemporary sharpness, fauxwood for moisture-resistant practicality. Each has its place.
Every blind is cut to your exact window dimensions — no standard sizes, no compromise on fit or finish.
Battery-powered Somfy motors allow tilt and raise via remote, app or voice — ideal for hard-to-reach windows.
Material Options
Three materials.
One decision.
Natural timber slats that bring genuine warmth and character to any room. Each slat has its own unique grain — no two wooden blinds are ever quite identical. Available in a wide range of stained, painted and natural finishes, with 25mm, 35mm and 50mm slat widths to suit any window size or interior style.
Wood Venetian blinds are at their best in living rooms, bedrooms, studies and dining rooms — spaces where the natural material feels at home and where moisture isn't a concern. A pair of wide-slat wooden Venetians in a 50mm natural oak finish can completely transform a room.
Crisp, clean and contemporary — aluminium Venetian blinds are the definitive choice for modern interiors and office spaces. Available in 16mm, 25mm and 50mm slat widths with a huge range of colours and finishes, from matte whites and greys to gloss metallics and bold statement tones.
Aluminium slats are exceptionally durable, moisture resistant and easy to clean — making them a practical choice for kitchens, bathrooms and commercial spaces as well as modern residential interiors. The slim 16mm slat in particular gives a sleek, architectural look with minimal visual mass.
All the warmth and character of real wood, engineered from high-quality PVC to perform where real timber can't. Fauxwood Venetians are warp-proof, moisture-resistant and fade-resistant — making them the right choice for kitchens, bathrooms and any room where humidity or direct sunlight might affect natural wood over time.
The grain texture is embossed into the surface — not printed — giving a genuinely convincing wood appearance that stands up to close inspection. Available in 35mm and 50mm slat widths across 19 colour options, from bright whites through warm oak tones to deep charcoals.
Slat Widths
The width changes
everything.
Slat width is one of the most overlooked decisions in a Venetian blind — but it has a significant impact on how the blind looks, feels and performs. Here's how to think about it.
Available in aluminium only. The 16mm slat creates a very fine, minimal blind with almost no visual presence when open. Particularly popular in contemporary homes and offices where a clean, uncluttered window line is essential. The thinner slat means more slats per drop — giving a precise, grid-like quality when closed.
Best for: Modern interiors · Offices · Aluminium onlyThe most widely used slat widths — suitable for almost any window in almost any interior. The 25mm works well in wood and aluminium for a traditional Venetian look; the 35mm is the entry point for fauxwood and gives a slightly bolder, more contemporary feel. Both work particularly well in bedrooms and smaller windows.
Best for: Bedrooms · Smaller windows · All materialsWider slats make a bolder, more considered statement — fewer slats across the drop gives a cleaner, more architectural look. Available in wood, aluminium and fauxwood. Particularly effective on larger windows and in open-plan living spaces where the blind is a visible design feature. The grain of wood and fauxwood is shown off most prominently at 50mm.
Best for: Large windows · Living rooms · All materials
The Detail That Elevates Everything
Decorative
tapes.
Decorative ladder tapes are the single most effective upgrade you can make to a Venetian blind. Running vertically down the slats and replacing the standard cord ladder, they add colour, texture and a level of craftsmanship that transforms a functional blind into something genuinely beautiful.
Available in 24 colours and two styles — the choice between matching your blind closely for a tonal look, or contrasting deliberately for a feature detail, is entirely yours.
A diagonal weave pattern — classic and sophisticated. Available in 25mm and 38mm widths.
A clean, flat woven tape with a more minimal, contemporary character. 25mm and 38mm.
Tapes are available on wood and fauxwood Venetian blinds in 25mm and 38mm widths across 24 colour options. We bring a full tape sample set to every home survey so you can see every colour alongside your slat choice in your own light.
Smart Control
Motorised
Venetians.
Venetian blinds can be motorised using discreet battery-powered Somfy motors — no wiring, no disruption. Both tilt and raise are motor-controlled, giving you full operation from a remote, app or voice command. Particularly popular for hard-to-reach windows, bay windows, and offices where adjusting individual blinds throughout the day becomes a chore.
Rechargeable Somfy battery motors sit discreetly within the headrail. No electrical works needed — completely retrofit friendly.
Unlike some systems, Somfy motors control both the tilt of the slats and the full raise and lower — complete hands-free operation.
Works with Apple HomeKit, Google Home and Amazon Alexa. Schedule blinds to adjust automatically based on time of day.
Room by Room
The right Venetian
for every room.
50mm wood or fauxwood Venetians make a real statement in a living room — particularly in bay windows where multiple blinds in the same finish create a cohesive, considered look. Add tapes for an extra level of craftsmanship.
35mm wood Venetians in a natural or stained finish are a classic bedroom choice — warmer than roller blinds and more controllable than curtains. Layer with a sheer curtain for a fully flexible light and privacy solution.
The ability to angle slats precisely — bouncing light to the ceiling rather than onto a screen — makes Venetian blinds the best blind type for a home office. Aluminium in a 25mm or 50mm width is a particularly popular choice for a clean, professional look.
Fauxwood or aluminium only in these rooms — real wood is not suitable in humid environments. Both perform perfectly in moisture-rich spaces and wipe clean effortlessly. Fauxwood gives the warmth of wood; aluminium gives a sharper, more contemporary look.
Why James Albert
Small team.
Properly done.
We bring slat samples, tape colours and finish options to your home — everything you need to make a confident decision in your own light.
Every blind is made to measure — cut to your specific window dimensions for a perfect fit with no gaps, no overhang, no compromise.
The same people who survey your home will fit your blinds. We don't use third-party fitters and we don't leave until everything is right.
Fully accredited for Somfy motorised systems — we handle the specification, fitting and smart home integration as part of the service.
Come and see samples in person at our Fylde Road showroom. No appointment needed — just come in and have a look around.
FAQ
Common
questions.
Can't find what you're looking for? Call us on 01772 823311 or send us a message.
Real wood offers the warmest, most natural appearance but isn't suitable in humid rooms like kitchens and bathrooms. Aluminium is sharp, contemporary, moisture-resistant and comes in the widest colour range including a 16mm slat width. Fauxwood looks like real wood but is made from PVC — moisture-resistant, warp-proof and more affordable. We'll advise on the best material for each window at your survey.
16mm aluminium suits modern, minimal interiors. 25–35mm is the most versatile choice and works in almost any room. 50mm makes a bolder statement and works best on larger windows in living rooms and open-plan spaces. We bring samples of all widths to your survey so you can compare them directly against your windows.
In our view, yes — particularly on 50mm slats in a living room or bedroom where the blind is a visible feature. Tapes are available on wood and fauxwood blinds in 24 colours across herringbone and flatweave styles. The difference between a blind with tapes and one without is immediately visible, and it's one of the more affordable upgrades you can make.
Yes — we fit Somfy battery-powered motors that control both tilt and raise. No wiring required, entirely retrofit friendly. Compatible with Apple HomeKit, Google Home and Amazon Alexa. Particularly popular for bay windows with multiple blinds and hard-to-reach windows above kitchen worktops.
Aluminium and fauxwood blinds can be wiped down with a damp cloth — dust each slat individually or use a blind cleaning tool. Real wood blinds should be dusted regularly and wiped with a barely damp cloth, avoiding saturation. We provide care guidance with every order.
Yes — bay windows are one of our most common Venetian blind applications. Each section of the bay gets its own blind, measured individually to the exact width of each panel. We ensure consistent finish and colour across all blinds so the overall effect is cohesive. Motorised options are particularly popular in bays.
Most Venetian blind orders are made and fitted within 2–3 weeks. Motorised orders may take a few days longer depending on motor availability. We'll confirm your lead time when we provide your quote.
We always supply and fit — that's the service. We measure, make, supply and install as a single end-to-end job. You don't need to arrange a separate fitter and there's no awkward handover between a supplier and an installer.
Get Started
See them in your
own home first.
Book a free home survey and we'll bring slat samples in every material, width and finish — plus our full tape collection — so you can make the right choice in your own light. No obligation, no hard sell. Just honest advice from a small team who know their stuff.
