What is Swale Blinds?

Premium window treatment specialists offering bespoke blinds and plantation shutters with professional fitting services in Swale, Kent.

What's the difference between real wood and faux wood Venetian blinds?

Real wood blinds are lightweight with genuine timber grain visible through the finish — ideal for living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Faux wood (ABS) blinds are visually identical but 100% moisture-resistant, meaning they won't warp, split, or peel in humid conditions. Choose faux wood for bathrooms, kitchens, and conservatories where steam would damage real timber.

Why choose 50mm slats over 25mm?

50mm slats give a cleaner, more modern look with fewer horizontal lines. They allow more light through when tilted open, require less dusting, and create a bolder, more architectural design statement. 25mm slats are more traditional and better suited to smaller windows or shallow recesses. We bring samples to your free home visit so you can compare.

Can I get motorised 50mm Venetian blinds?

Yes. We offer motorised slat tilt on 50mm Venetian blinds using Somfy rechargeable motors — perfect for larger windows where manual tilting is a reach. See our powered blinds page for full details on the Somfy system.

Can the blinds be colour-matched to my skirting or architrave?

Yes. As well as natural wood stains and standard painted finishes (brilliant white, silk white, cream, ivory), we offer custom paint-matched finishes to your skirting, architrave, or any colour of your choice. We also offer decorative fabric tape over the lift cords for a bespoke, premium touch.

Product Guide

Roller Blinds — Simple, Versatile, Timeless

Local Family Business

Proudly serving Swale for years

5-Day Installation

Fast, professional fitting service

Swale-Based Service

Sittingbourne, Faversham & Sheppey

Why 50mm

Why Choose 50mm Slats

Cleaner Appearance

Fewer slats means fewer horizontal lines, giving a more streamlined, modern look.

Better Light Flow

Wider slats allow more light through when tilted open, brightening the room naturally.

Less Dusting

Fewer slats to clean than 25mm Venetians.

Architectural Feel

The wider slat creates a bolder, more deliberate design statement.

Premium Aesthetic

50mm is the choice that says "this room has been thought about".

Authentic Timber

Real Wood

Lightweight and natural — genuine timber grain visible through finishes

Available in natural wood stains from light oak to dark walnut

Painted finishes in white, cream, and custom colours

Warmth and character that synthetic materials can't replicate

Best for living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and home offices

Moisture-Resistant

Faux Wood (ABS)

Visually identical to real wood — most people can't tell the difference

100% moisture-resistant — won't warp, split, or peel in humid conditions

Heavier than real wood but more durable

Perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, and conservatories

Wipe-clean surface for easy maintenance

Buying Guide

Where 50mm Venetians Work Best

Living Rooms & Dining Rooms

For warmth and character

Real Wood

Bedrooms

Excellent light block when fully closed

Real or Faux Wood

Kitchens

For moisture resistance

Faux Wood (ABS)

Bathrooms

Won't warp in steam

Faux Wood (ABS)

Home Offices

Tilt to control screen glare precisely

Either Material

Control Options

Cord & Tilt Wand

Traditional operation with cord to raise/lower and wand to tilt slats

Motorised Tilt

Powered slat tilt for larger windows (see our powered blinds page)

Chainless Option

No connecting cords for a cleaner look

Colours & Finishes

Colour & Finish Options

Natural Wood Stains

Light oak, mid oak, chestnut, walnut, mahogany

Painted Finishes

Brilliant white, silk white, cream, ivory, and custom colours

Textured Woodgrain

Faux wood with embossed grain for authentic timber look

Tape Finish

Decorative fabric tape over the lift cords for a bespoke, premium touch

Locally Fitted

Made to Measure, Locally Fitted

Expert Fitting

Fitted by our own team

Made to Measure

Exact window measurements

Swale & Kent

Sittingbourne, Faversham & Sheppey

Every 50mm Venetian blind is made to your exact window measurements and fitted by our team across Sittingbourne, Faversham, Sheppey, and wider Kent. We'll help you choose between real wood and faux wood based on your rooms, and select the perfect stain or paint finish.

FAQ

Roller Blinds — Frequently Asked Questions

Ready for New Blinds?

Book your free home visit today — we'll measure, bring samples, and give you a detailed no-obligation quote.

0800 6343 549