What are integral blinds and how do they work?

What Are Integral Blinds?

Integral blinds are a modern and highly practical solution for both residential and commercial windows. Fitted between the panes of glass in a double glazed unit, these blinds offer the perfect balance of style and function. Despite being sealed inside the glass, integral blinds can still be raised, lowered, and tilted, allowing you to control light levels in your space with ease.

At Eclipse, our made to measure systems can be fitted into new and existing bifold doors, windows, and conservatories, making them an excellent alternative to traditional window coverings.

How Do Integral Blinds Work?

Integral blinds are operated manually using magnetic, easy glide operators that are discreetly attached to the inner face of the glass. This system allows for precise control over the amount of light entering your home or office, and the mechanisms are hidden out of sight for a sleek, modern appearance.

One of the standout benefits of blinds in glass is their low-maintenance design. Thanks to the airtight seal between the panes of glass, dust and dirt are kept out, meaning you no longer have to deal with the hassle of cleaning or untangling blinds. This makes them ideal for busy households and commercial spaces alike. Plus, all our blinds fully comply with the latest Make It Safe guidelines, ensuring a child-safe environment.

Can You Retrofitting Integral Blinds Into Existing Windows?

Absolutely! Our blinds can be retrofitted into any double glazed unit with a glazing cavity width of at least 24mm. The blinds are designed with 12mm aluminium slats, allowing us to produce units in a range of thicknesses, depending on your glass makeup and spacer requirements.

This flexibility means our integral blinds can be fitted into a wide variety of window and door frames, including UPVC, aluminium, and wooden frames. Whether you’re upgrading existing windows or installing new bifold doors, integral blinds are an easy, seamless addition.

The Benefits of Integral Blinds

Choosing integral blinds for your home or office offers a range of benefits beyond just aesthetics. Here are some key reasons why they are a great investment:

1. Low Maintenance: With integral blinds, cleaning is a thing of the past. Thanks to their placement inside the sealed glass unit, they remain free from dust and dirt, saving you time and effort on maintenance.
2. Energy Efficiency: Integral blinds can help improve the thermal efficiency of your property. With advanced warm edge spacer bar technology, our blinds can halve heat transmission through the perimeter of a double glazed unit. This means better insulation, reduced draughts, and lower energy bills—especially important as energy costs continue to rise.
3. Privacy and Light Control: Integral blinds allow for excellent control over privacy and light levels. Whether you want to block out sunlight, reduce glare, or maintain privacy, you can adjust the blinds with ease, all while maintaining the sleek, contemporary look of your windows.
4. Durability: Because the blinds are encased within the glass, they are protected from external damage, making them more durable than traditional blinds. This ensures they’ll last as long as your windows.

Bifold Doors, Windows, and Conservatories

Integral blinds are a popular choice for bifold doors, windows, and conservatories, offering a stylish and functional solution that complements modern designs. The Venetian-style slats used in our integral blinds add a unique touch of sophistication to any space, making them a perfect fit for both residential homes and commercial offices.

In conservatories, where light control is crucial, integral blinds allow you to enjoy the benefits of natural light without the risk of overheating. In bifold doors, they offer seamless integration, enhancing the appearance of your doors while providing practical light and privacy control.

A Long-Term Investment

While integral blinds offer immediate aesthetic and practical benefits, they are also a long-term investment. Not only do they add value to your home, but they can also save you money by improving your property’s energy efficiency. This makes integral blinds a smart choice for anyone looking to upgrade their windows, whether for new builds or renovations.

Quick Recap

Integral blinds provide an innovative, low maintenance alternative to traditional blinds, making them an excellent option for modern homes and offices. From bifold doors to conservatories, our made-to-measure systems fit seamlessly into your existing windows and offer a variety of practical and energy-saving benefits.

If you're considering upgrading your space, why not explore the convenience and style that integral blinds have to offer? At Eclipse Integral Blinds, we can provide expert advice and a customised solution to fit your needs perfectly.

In summary, whether you're looking for enhanced privacy, improved energy efficiency, or a sleek, maintenance-free window covering, integral blinds are an ideal choice. Contact us today to find out more about how integral blinds can transform your space.

Why choose eclipse?

Eclipse have worked within the glass industry for over 12 years. We have experience in manufacturing all things glass, from sealed units to decorative finishes. Our team of highly skilled and experienced engineers are passionate about delivering quality products and take pride in all the work carried out.

For the past 5 years, we have teamed up with the industry leader in the blinds-between-glass category and our blinds represent the best the sector has to offer. Our blinds have undergone rigorous product testing, including 10,000 raise and lower cycles, UV stability tests and the slam test.

Advanced internal mechanisms ensure robustness and reliability. They are thermally efficient and there is a 5-year glass seal warranty for complete peace of mind. Over five million blinds have been sold worldwide to date, demonstrating just how appealing the product is to the market.