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Let There Be Light!

Decorating our Outdoor Living Pod with festoon lights is a great way to add atmosphere.   Following the recent unveiling of the iconic John Lewis Christmas advert, it seems the countdown to the 25th is well underway, and as ever there’s plenty of preparation to be done. Along with all the Christmas shopping, party…

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Two Degree Rise In Temperatures Predicted For Megacities

How London will look following a two degrees rise in temperatures and the subsequent increase in sea levels. This morning The Telegraph published an article highlighting to what extent our megacities will ‘slip under the waves’ as a result of climate change. The article revealed how scientists believe large parts of New York, London, Shanghai and numerous…

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How to Keep Garden Furniture in Good Condition During the Winter

As it’s often exposed to a variety of weather conditions, it’s no surprise garden furniture can look a little worse for wear if it hasn’t been fully protected against the elements. Therefore, in order to keep your garden furniture looking its best for years to come, it’s well worth taking a little time to ensure your furniture is properly cared…

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Wrap Up Warm This Bonfire Night

Whilst the iconic poem ensures we always remember the date of Guy Fawkes, (“remember, remember, the 5th of November”) it’s crucial we don’t forget to wrap up as warm as possible as we eagerly await firework displays up and down the country.  When standing around…

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How Our Homes Have Evolved Over The Past 50 Years

In the 1950s, a 'functional' home was deemed most desirable.   A recent article from The Guardian looked at the way our changing homes provide an accurate reflection of our changing lifestyles, and generally speaking, as our lives have become less functional and more about leisure, our properties have undergone a similar transition.  For example, whilst fifty years ago…

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Introducing: Danny

With October drawing to an end, it’s time for this month’s interview feature where we give you the opportunity to get to know our fantastic team here at Caribbean Blinds. In today’s interview we’re chatting to Danny who works as a Solar Shading Engineer at our manufacturing facility in Sudbury, Suffolk. Enjoy!

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Get Set For Halloween With Caribbean Blinds

With Halloween on the horizon and the children on their half-term holidays, this week is the ideal opportunity to give your home a frightfully good makeover ahead of the big day. Whether you’re looking to carve the perfect pumpkin, create a chilling window display or transform your garden into a haunted haven, our…

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Outdoor Seating Can Increase Revenues By 30%

One of our external roof blind installations enabling guests to dine outside 365 days a year If you're looking to maximise your establishment's revenue, outdoor seating could be the answer, with a recent survey revealing the introduction of a simple patio/terrace could increase income by…

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Improve The U-values Of Your Windows

Following on from Friday’s article about Keeping Warm This Winter, today we thought we’d give you a further insight into effectively insulating your windows, helping to reduce the amount of heat lost from your property during the cold weather. U-values indicate the…

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