There is an old saying about Spring in the UK that it ‘comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb.’ Needless to say, this refers to the season’s unpredictable weather, which does tend to settle down as April approaches. This is also a good time to start…
On 21st March 2026, the fourth annual Global Shading Day returns and we’re proud to be supporting it once again. Organised and led internationally by the European Solar Shading Organisation (ES-SO) and co-ordinated in the UK by the
The term ‘Spring Cleaning’ has much wider reach than one which suggests a bit of clearing out ahead of brighter and warmer days. Today, it often stands for a proper reassessment of spaces that require real and lasting change – and if you have a tired-looking patio cluttered…
Spring is just around the corner – at last! – and with it comes welcome longer days, clearer skies and an increase in natural light. It also marks the point when glare, rising indoor temperatures and privacy concerns return. After the UK’s hottest year on record in 2025, preparing…
As we move towards the end of winter, there is a natural inclination to step out of doors in anticipation of Spring’s welcome arrival. Even though daylight hours are short and temperatures remain low, a well-lit patio, complete with protective awning, is…
With the launch of the Governments Warm Homes Plan 2026, the spotlight is on how UK homes can become more energy-efficient and comfortable all year round. Stuart Dantzic, our MD, argues that external solar shading must move from the margins to…
We’re thrilled to announce that Caribbean Blinds has been shortlisted in all five categories we entered at the 2026 BBSA Excellence Awards. It’s a proud moment for the team and a great recognition of the work we do across design, technical delivery and customer experience. The BBSA Awards are widely…
We’re pleased to have played a part in a local community project to install a publicly accessible defibrillator on the Woodhall Business Park where we are based, ensuring vital emergency equipment is available to businesses and visitors across the site. The defibrillator has been installed at local business Indigo Ross,…
The UK has just experienced its hottest year on record. Through the summer months of 2025 indoor temperatures in many homes climbed well beyond comfortable levels, driven by direct sunlight pouring through ever larger glazed areas. Could we expect…
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