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Why Roller Blinds Fail (and What Most Companies Won’t Tell You)

Posted on 23 September 2025

Roller blinds look simple but the wrong barrel size can cause ripples, sagging, or early failure. Learn what most com...

Complaints in the Blinds Industry And How We’ve Learned to Do Better

Posted on 09 September 2025

Missed appointments. Shoddy installs. Broken promises. Learn the biggest complaints in the blinds industry — and why ...

Why We Don’t Have a “Best Fitter” at Barlow Blinds

Posted on 09 September 2025

All our fitters are trusted experts with over 15 years’ experience in fitting blinds, shutters and awnings. Discover ...

From Site to Sanctuary: Why Fitting Blinds Never Gets Old

Posted on 05 September 2025

After months of noise, dust, and decisions, something shifts. Discover why installing blinds is the moment a house st...

Why We Walk Away From Jobs Even When We Could Make the Sale

Posted on 02 September 2025

We don’t just sell blinds. We protect you from bad decisions. Learn why Barlow Blinds is proud to walk away when the ...

From Sleepless Nights to Confident Choices: Why We Built the Shutter Van

Posted on 10 July 2025

After a customer said ordering shutters kept her up at night, we knew something had to change. Here’s why we built th...

Why We Don’t Use Commission

Posted on 09 July 2025

Barlow Blinds doesn’t use commission-based sales. Here’s why that matters for getting honest advice, fair pricing, an...

Behind the Label: The Truth About UK-Made Blinds

Posted on 08 July 2025

Discover what ‘Made in the UK’ really means in blinds manufacturing. Learn how Barlow Blinds uses UK parts, fabrics, ...

What to Expect After You Contact Barlow Blinds: Home Visit Guide

Posted on 08 July 2025

Find out what really happens after you contact Barlow Blinds. No pressure, no scripts just honest advice and expert h...

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