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It's the first exhibition of the year for Thomas Sanderson as the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show 2017 opens at Birmingham's NEC (Tuesday 21 – Sunday 26 February). Ahead of the holiday season, it's the perfect place to get inspiration for your next break away.
If you want to surprise your partner this Valentine's Day and show how much you care, there's no need to jet off to Paris or Rome. Instead, you can demonstrate your love by creating a romantic haven at home. Follow our guide to prep your home for Valentine's Day.
Today's multi-functional kitchens are used in so many different ways: cooking and dining, entertaining and chilling out, and even a place for the kids to do their homework. The list goes on and on! Everyone wants a family-friendly kitchen but what can you do if the layout doesn't work and the room feels small and cramped? With careful planning, it's still possible to transform your kitchen and make it the heart of your home.
As a nation, the UK's homes tend to reflect the very different personalities of their owners, but we all know what style of interiors we prefer. If you're looking to restyle your home in 2017, here's a rundown of the most popular styles for you to consider.
Your conservatory needs tender loving care if it's to function efficiently. If it hasn't been regularly serviced, a number of maintenance issues can quickly arise. But don't panic! There are ways to deal with them to restore the room to its former glory; here's how.
The New Year is a great time to think about updating your home's interiors. If you're stuck for inspiration, look no further than Pantone's colour of the year: Greenery. Although the actual shade that's been chosen is a yellow-green, you don't have to be a slave to fashion. From cool mint and zesty lime through to soft fern and dark bottle, there's a green for everyone! Any type of green will add some verve to your home and help to refresh and revitalise it for spring.
Your conservatory is a valuable asset to your home and it requires regular maintenance to keep it looking almost as good as new and working smoothly. While there may be lots of little jobs you can do yourself, for other tasks it's best to call in the experts. Follow our guide of dos and don'ts and you won't go far wrong!
Now that we're well and truly into 2017, Thomas Sanderson is getting ready to hit the road and exhibit at shows up and down the country. On our stand, we'll be showcasing our beautiful window blinds, stunning shutters and gorgeous conservatory blinds. We're sure to be at an event near you, so why not come and see us?
Laptops, smartphones and tablets: technological devices are everywhere these days and it's becoming increasingly difficult to switch off, even when you're not at work. If this scenario sounds all too familiar, you'll love the new Escapism trend.
With 2017 just around the corner, let's look ahead to what will be on trend in home furnishings in the New Year. There's no need to be a slave to fashion but you might spot something that would be perfect for your home. Here's our pick of the best new looks.
Top tips to help home owners make their conservatory a room they can use all year round. Make the most of a conservatory living room, playroom, eating, dining, office space or kitchen extension in your home.
Be inspired by Thomas Sanderson's picks of the hottest interior design trends that you can easily replicate in your home.
What does a living wall in the conservatory, copper in the kitchen and upcycled furniture in the bedroom have in common? They're all ingenious design features in Thomas Sanderson's show home at the Ideal Home Show 2016, expertly styled by renowned TV interior designer Linda Barker.
There's a reason estate agents see bay windows as an asset to a property: everyone wants them! They add character and let in plenty of natural light, making your home bright and airy.
If you're lucky enough to have bay windows, it can be tricky to know how best to dress them. There are a number of options available so read on to find the one that's right for you.
Everyone loves their conservatory in the summer but come winter, it becomes a no-go area. The problem is always the same: the room can't be used in the colder months because of heat loss through the glass. The question is, what can you do about it?
Gadgets used to be über-cool additions to a property; they were a luxury which were great to have but they never really transformed lives. Today, technology has moved on and 2016 was the year when it really came to the fore in our homes. Now, you can control your lighting, your central heating thermostat and even your home appliances – all from your smartphone.
With just over 10 days left until Christmas, for most of us, there's still a lot to do. As an antidote to all the stresses of festive shopping, why not sit back, relax and treat yourself this Christmas from the comfort of your own home. Simply book a free, no obligation appointment with one of our designers near you and we'll help you choose from our range of conservatory blinds, window shutters or window blinds.
When dressing windows, there's a lot to think about before splashing out your hard-earned cash. If you've already dismissed curtains as an option, you're left with blinds or shutters. But there are so many ranges and styles to choose from, it can all seem overwhelming.
Christmas is an exciting time, especially if you have young children. There's so much going on: nativity plays to watch, trips to see Santa and friends and family to visit. One thing you won't need to get stressed over is your window coverings if you've chosen child safe blinds without visible loops or cords.
In today's world of cyber shopping, the internet has made our planet a much smaller place. With the click of a mouse or a swipe of your tablet or mobile device, you can instantly buy products online from anywhere in the UK or even across the globe. But there are also a number of advantages to buying from a national company.
Thomas Sanderson is thrilled to be exhibiting once again at the 2016 Ideal Home Show at Christmas event in London. Running from Wednesday 23 to Sunday 27 November at Olympia London, it's a great day out that's jam-packed with festive ideas.
Black Friday (25 November) has come around again when you can find fantastic savings on all your favourite products. But just because it's Black Friday doesn't mean your home should be without great colour. With our colour matching service, you can always find the exact colour you need. So whether you'd like your blinds or shutters to match your upholstery, cushions or existing paintwork, you can get great savings in any colour you like!
A conservatory is top of the wish-list for many people wanting to improve their homes, and rightly so. It's a major asset that adds a feeling of light to a property together with much needed living space.
The old saying 'you get what you pay for' is particularly apt for major home purchases such as washing machines, sofas, or blinds and shutters for your windows.
Christmas is coming and with the potential for extra visitors coming and going over the festive period, you'll want your home to be looking its best.
The Danes know a thing or two about long, cold winters, having to cope with up to 17 hours of darkness per day. Yet Denmark is officially the world's happiest country - and Hygge is the key.
Who doesn't love a party for Bonfire Night? Invite friends and family round and set off your fireworks safely in the garden.
Carved out pumpkins, witches and wizards, and ghosts and ghouls galore: it can only mean it's Halloween again!
Say hello to autumn by giving your home a fresh, new look. Here are our favourite trends for the new season...
We're thrilled to be exhibiting again at this year's Grand Designs Live Birmingham. Based on the Channel 4 TV series, this incredible show runs for five days from Wednesday 19 October – Sunday 23 October at the NEC in Birmingham.
The weather in October can be pretty unpredictable. We could be heading for a lovely Indian summer or a chilly, early autumn. But whatever the weather this month, Thomas Sanderson can help!
As temperatures get chillier with winter approaching, it's inevitable that our heating bills are bound to go up. However, many of us don't realise how much heat (and money!) we could be losing because our homes aren't as energy efficient as they could be. So before you stay in and crank up the thermostat, make sure your home is winter ready with these 5 energy saving tips so you don't end up spending a fortune on heat.
There are lots of ways you can save energy at home: switching off lights when you're not using them, reducing your thermostat setting by 1ºC, and only washing full loads of clothing in the machine, to name just a few. The downside is that the whole family has to do their bit but Thomas Sanderson has come up with an even easier way for you to save energy...
Dulux has named Denim Drift as its Colour of the Year for 2017. This gorgeous shade of grey-blue is highly versatile and teams beautifully with contrasting and complementary shades. Find out how easy it is to use blue in your home...
Thomas Sanderson is thrilled to be exhibiting at this year's Southampton Boat Show taking place between Friday 16 and Sunday 25 September 2016. At Britain's best loved on-water boat show, there really is something for everyone; this year's show is a festival of boating fun for all the family. There'll be thousands of boats of all types and sizes to see on the UK's largest purpose-built show marina.
More and more people have bi-folding doors, sliding doors and large windows in their homes these days – and for good reason. They make your rooms bright and airy because they let in so much natural light. But what's the best way to dress these windows? Thomas Sanderson has the answer: Luminette® Privacy Blinds, a stylish alternative to bland, office-like vertical blinds.
Interiors trends come and go but there's one style which will never go out of fashion: classic French chic. If you've been on holiday to France this summer, you'll recognise the style from French chateaux and villas which are always flooded with natural light. As well as being perfect for both traditional and contemporary homes, French chic is a great reminder of long, hot summer days all year round.
If you have a conservatory, you'll know that it's a near impossible task to keep it looking in tiptop condition. All the finials, nooks and crannies, and the huge expanse of glass make it even more difficult to clean to a high standard. But Thomas Sanderson has the answer.
Avoid the crowds this Bank Holiday and instead, choose stylish new window stylings from Thomas Sanderson in the comfort of your own home. We offer free design consultations, taking the time to talk you through all the options available. Each of our designers is an expert, so you'll have an invaluable opportunity to discuss interior design ideas free of charge.
Whatever your style of window, Thomas Sanderson has a stunning shutter or blind to dress it. Follow our guide to find out which one's best for your windows.
Large windows, sliding doors and bi-folding doors are fantastic for letting in lots of light and for providing an uninterrupted view of the garden. This isn't so good if your windows are overlooked by other properties, no matter how much you like your neighbours!But with Thomas Sanderson's Luminette® Blinds, you can enjoy the view with complete privacy.
Here's how...
We're thrilled to be exhibiting this week at the Bournemouth Air Festival. The event takes place between Thursday 18th to Sunday 21st August right down on the seafront.
During the long, summer holidays, it can be difficult to keep everyone happy, especially if the weather turns wet or unseasonably cold. When the children or grandchildren are cooped up inside with little space, it's not long before squabbling breaks out.
During the hot, summer months, your home can become unbearably warm and stuffy. To keep it cool and airy, the usual advice is to close your blinds on the sunny side of the house during the hottest part of the day; when the sun's moved round, you should repeat the process on the opposite side. That's all very well but it's not very practical if you're out at work or away for the day. Now with Thomas Sanderson's PowerView™, there's a much easier way to achieve the same effect. Here's how.
The excitement is building, you've seen the trailers and now Rio 2016 is almost here! It's time to cheer on Team GB in the Olympic Games (5 – 21 August) and the Paralympic Games (7 – 18 September). From archery to athletics through to tennis and taekwondo, there's something for everyone whichever sport you like.
Conservatories can be fantastic living spaces with wonderful views of the garden. But during the summer, they can be unbearably hot to sit in especially in south-facing rooms. That's because the majority of the glare and heat builds up on the roof. Thomas Sanderson has the answer to this perennial problem: made to measure roof blinds.
Congratulations to all of our winners so far in The Great 25 Year Giveaway, one of the ways we're celebrating Thomas Sanderson's 25 years of inspirational home styling.
With the summer months to look forward to, chances are you'll be spending more time in your conservatory. It's a wonderful space from which to view the garden but not if the glass and all the nooks and crannies aren't as clean as you'd like them to be. Thomas Sanderson can solve this problem quickly and easily.
Once again, Thomas Sanderson is thrilled to be exhibiting at the New Forest and Hampshire County Show. The event takes place between Tuesday 26 July and Thursday 28 July at the Brockenhurst showground.
Everyone loves summer with longer hours of daylight but there is a downside: having your sleep interrupted by early morning sunshine. A lie-in seems like an impossible dream! Thomas Sanderson has the answer to this perennial problem with our unique Options Shutter Blinds.
In lovely, sunny weather, your conservatory should be the perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying the garden. But the huge expanse of glass means it can be stiflingly hot if you don't have effective blinds, so the room often ends up being abandoned. Thomas Sanderson's beautiful pleated blinds for the conservatory are the answer.
Once again, Thomas Sanderson is thrilled to be exhibiting at this year's RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show.
Taking place from Tuesday 5 – Sunday 10 July, it's an inspirational must-see event for garden lovers everywhere.
With the long summer months stretching ahead of us, now's the time to make the most of natural light.
Bathe your home in light this season with our stunning window shutters and instantly make it bright and beautiful.
From passports and packing, traffic delays and flight cancellations, going on holiday can sometimes be stressful. But with PowerView™ from Thomas Sanderson, you have one less thing to worry about. You can use its clever technology to help protect your home while you're away – even from the other side of the world!
This Monday (27th June) sees the start of Wimbledon 2016. For two weeks, the nation will be treated to the thrills and spills of nail-biting tennis and hoping Andy Murray can win the title again. Wimbledon is world-famous for its classic British traditions: strawberries and cream, the Royal box and the queue for tickets to name just a few.
This year we are celebrating 25 years as the experts in making a conservatory an all round room with beautiful window styling.
At this time of year, strong sunlight can cause havoc in your home, particularly in south-facing rooms and conservatories. Carpets, upholstery, paintings and photographs can all become faded by the sun's UV rays.
Monday 20 June is the longest day of the year, a time to enjoy hours and hours of glorious sunshine – if the British weather lets us! It's also a time when you'll notice the need for shade, particularly in south-facing rooms and conservatories.
The key to dressing large windows, sliding doors and bi-folding doors is to use vertical blinds that are both practical and stylish. Vertical blinds have a reputation for looking dull and office-like but Thomas Sanderson has created a beautiful alternative for wow-factor windows: new Luminette® Privacy Blinds.
Technology's everywhere but now there's a smart new way to use it to instantly control the light, shade and temperature of your home. With Thomas Sanderson's PowerView™, you'll be in complete control of you sr powered blinds from across the room or even across the world!
With the long days of summer stretching ahead, chances are you'll be spending more time in your conservatory. Bright sunshine is wonderful for providing natural light through the windows but it also shows up every single speck of dirt on the glass. It seems to be a never-ending task to clean windows but what if you could keep your conservatory sparkling clean for longer?
If you have infants or young children, this year's Child Safety Week (6 - 12 June) is the perfect time to take stock of the furnishings in your home. To avoid accidents at home, you should be checking whether or not they are child safe.
Thomas Sanderson is excited to be exhibiting again at this year's Ideal Home Show in Manchester (Thursday 2 June - Sunday 5 June). Bursting with inspiration, the event returns to EventCity for four days filled with beautiful ideas for your home.
Thomas Sanderson is thrilled to be exhibiting at this year's Ideal Home Show Scotland at Glasgow's SECC (Friday 27 May – Monday 30 May).
At Thomas Sanderson, we're very excited because we're gearing up to exhibit at RHS Chelsea once more. Known all over the world as the greatest flower show, this year's event takes place from Tuesday 24 May to Saturday 28 May in the grounds of the Royal Hospital, Chelsea.
Most images of window shutters show them in a neutral, white colour but what if you think that's too bland? No problem! As seen in our new TV ad, our shutters are available in a kaleidoscope of more than 70 different colours so it's easy to choose one to suit your home.
The days are getting warmer, the evenings are lighter and everyone's thinking about holidays; yes, it's nearly summer! With Thomas Sanderson, you still have time to get your home ready for the new season with our beautiful range of made to measure window coverings.
After a slow start, summer's well and truly on the way! It's easy to make the most of your garden on sunny days but in cold or wet weather, your conservatory really comes into its own. It connects you to the garden in all seasons, providing wonderful views of your outside space. But what if your conservatory has seen better days and is in dire need of some TLC? Don't worry, Thomas Sanderson can help!
If you have a conservatory, roof blinds are essential to make the most of the room. Thomas Sanderson's roof blinds are a class above the rest. Here's why...
PowerView™ will instantly raise your Thomas Sanderson powered blinds at the touch of a button, whether you're in the living room, the kitchen or the bedroom. All you need to do is sit back and admire the view.
Our stylish window shutters will complement your home beautifully, whether your style is classic or contemporary, modern or traditional. Don't believe us? Now you can see the beauty of Thomas Sanderson's bespoke window shutters for yourself in our new TV ad, on air from 3 May – 30 June.
Once again, we're excited to be exhibiting at this year's Grand Designs Live. Based on the Channel 4 TV series, this amazing show runs from Saturday 30 April – Friday 8 May at London's ExCeL. It truly is an inspirational event on a grand scale!
Summer's coming and with it, there'll be an abundance of flying insects such as flies and moths, mosquitoes and midges, bees and wasps. While they're fine in the garden, they can be more of a nuisance if they get indoors. You could repel them with natural remedies like spraying the air with peppermint oil, growing basil plants indoors and using home-made traps. But the best line of defence is to prevent them getting in your home in the first place.
Bank Holidays can sometimes be a bit of a let-down with disappointing weather, traffic queues and crowds everywhere. But this May Bank Holiday is a cause for celebration because Thomas Sanderson has some fantastic offers for this weekend only.
Summer's nearly here but you've still got time to make sure your garden is in tip-top condition for the long, lazy days ahead. Read on to find out how to revamp your outside space ready for outdoor entertaining.
Welcome in the new season by updating your conservatory. Here are our favourite top trends for summer...
If you're lucky enough to have bay windows, celebrate their curves and angles – don't hide them! It's better to choose a simple window dressing that will follow the shape of the window. Thomas Sanderson's range of bespoke, handcrafted blinds and shutters do this exactly and will enhance the beauty of your bay windows.
Our new Luminette range is now available. A sleek and slylish alternative to traditional vertical window blinds. Get 3 for 2 on all window blind orders.
Thomas Sanderson is thrilled to be exhibiting at this year's RHS Flower Show Cardiff. Set in Bute Park with the magnificent backdrop of Cardiff Castle, the event runs from Friday 15 April to Sunday 17 April. Showcasing spring in Wales, it's the perfect day out for garden lovers everywhere
When you invest in Thomas Sanderson blinds or shutters, it's a stress-free experience from start to finish. Why take the risk with anything else?
As we move forward into the new season, get set for April showers with a few belated March winds. All this wind and rain brings dirt and pollutants with it, which are quickly deposited on your conservatory windows. When the sun comes out after the showers, it does a brilliant job of showing up all the grime!
April Fool's Day is nearly upon us when we'll fall for all kinds of strange stories that may or may not be true. This year, get smart instead of foolish and save energy with PowerView™ from Thomas Sanderson.
Your bathroom is one of the most well used rooms in your home but it's often the most neglected in terms of décor. Follow our tips to give your bathroom a much needed makeover.
This weekend, as well as Easter, the clocks go forward by an hour. Losing an hour's sleep can be tough but we can look forward to lots more daylight, especially in the evenings. It's the official start of British Summer Time so that's great news all round!
The Ideal Home Exhibition is an annual event for home and interior inspiration in London. Here's footage from the first day of the show with a look inside the Traditionally British Show Home designed by Linda Barker and sponsored by Thomas Sanderson.
Thomas Sanderson is once again excited to be exhibiting at the 2016 Ideal Home Show at Olympia London (18 March – 3 April).
Spring is well and truly here, so follow our tips to bring the new season into your home.
Technology is one of the wonders of the modern age, especially when it makes life better. That's why we developed brand new PowerView™ to make it even easier to create the perfect atmosphere in your home.
Once again, Thomas Sanderson is thrilled to be exhibiting at this year's Ideal Home Show at Olympia London (18 March – 3 April).
With the Easter holiday fast approaching, many of us will be starting to think about doing some home improvements. Some people love DIY and are good at it, while others hate the very thought of it and risk doing a bodged job if they try. If DIY isn't your bag, Thomas Sanderson has just the thing for you: made-to-measure and professionally installed blinds and shutters.
Our Mums are truly special people, always there for us when we need them. But on Mother's Day, it can be difficult to find a gift that truly expresses how much we care. What if you could buy something your Mum will really appreciate all year round?
This week, the World Smart Energy Week expo takes place in Tokyo, Japan. Delegates from across the globe will be focusing on innovative ways to generate and save energy. But you don't need to attend the event to get savvy about energy because Thomas Sanderson already has it covered.
Once again, we're delighted to be exhibiting at the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show. This year's event runs from Tuesday 23 – Sunday 28 February at Birmingham's NEC and it's the UK's largest start of holiday season showcase of caravans, motorhomes, tents and holiday homes - all under one roof.
What if you could create extra space without moving house or getting the builders in to do an extension? Well, now you can! Simply invest in Thomas Sanderson's blinds for your conservatory and suddenly, you will have a beautiful living space that's a pleasure to spend time in.
Your home never lets you down. It's always there when you need it as a haven to relax in after a hard day's work or as a place in which to entertain friends and family. This Valentine's Day, why not reward this devotion with some love and affection and treat it to window stylings from the Thomas Sanderson collections?
It's amazing how a simple change to your window stylings can make a real difference to a room, whether it's by letting in more natural light, adding colour or pattern, or obscuring a less than perfect view.
At Thomas Sanderson, we've made it even easier for you to add stylish elegance to your home in 2016. Yes, our best offer of the year has been extended for a limited period and there are huge discounts on conservatory blinds, window blinds, window shutters and conservatory valets.
If you invest in Thomas Sanderson's Duette® EnergySmart blinds for your conservatory, there's no need to jet off to warmer climes because you'll have your very own tropical hothouse at home!
Here at Thomas Sanderson, we believe in offering you as many choices as possible when it comes to decorating and design. That's why we design, manufacture and sell both window shutters and window blinds – so you can pick whichever one is right for you and your home.
Watch our latest appearance on the Ideal World Shopping Channel with our NEW Valet Guard™ service, designed to make your valet deep clean and polish even more effective by providing a protective barrier to repel contaminants, preventing your conservatory from accumulating embedded dirt and grime.
Our NEW Valet Guard™ service is designed to make your deep clean and polish even more effective by providing a protective barrier to repel contaminants, preventing your conservatory from accumulating embedded dirt and grime.
At Thomas Sanderson, we know a thing or two about conservatories, especially how difficult they are to keep clean both inside and out. That's why we developed our comprehensive deep-clean Conservatory Valet service which has become so popular with our customers.
A Thomas Sanderson conservatory valet is so much more than just a cleaning service. Our valet technician team are highly trained and dedicated valet professionals, who are meticulous in their work.
Whether its small changes or a major overhaul, re-decorating can be an incredibly enjoyable experience. Here's why you should consider giving your home, or at least one room, a makeover in the New Year.
Welcome in the New Year by bringing your conservatory bang up-to-date. We've rounded up some of our favourite top trends for the new season...
At Thomas Sanderson, we love to spread a bit of Christmas cheer which is why we're starting our January sale early! This winter, you really can transform your home for less, and add style and beauty that will last for years to come.
At New Year, it's great to have your home sparkling and clean ready for the year ahead. It's easy to vacuum and dust your rooms and to spruce up your carpets and upholstery, but what about your conservatory?
In the run-up to Christmas, there seems to be a million and one things to do. From putting up the Christmas tree and decorations, writing Christmas cards and wrapping presents through to buying all the food and drink and getting the house ready for guests: the list is endless.
Winter is almost upon us and if you're in the Glasgow region, you'll know that it's best to be prepared for the worst of the British weather. No doubt you'll be getting your car ready for the new season by checking your tyres, battery, antifreeze and screenwash. But don't forget to make your house winter-ready too!
At Thomas Sanderson, we love this time of year and we like to spread as much Christmas cheer as possible. That's why, as a very special festive treat for our customers, we have some fantastic offers in our Christmas sale!
The Ideal Home Show kicked off in Manchester earlier this month, and was considered to be a rousing success. More than 44,000 people attended the Christmas-themed event over a four day period between the 12th and 15th November.
Everyone loves a bargain and with Black Friday and Cyber Monday coming up, there'll be plenty of deals to be had. But jostling with crowds and queuing up for hours on end isn't everyone's idea of fun.
Once again, Thomas Sanderson is excited to be exhibiting at the 2015 Ideal Home Show at Christmas in London. Taking place from Wednesday 25th to Sunday 29th November at Olympia London, it's a fantastic day out to get you in the festive spirit. You'll find everything on your Christmas list – all under one roof!
Watch our brand new Conservatory Care Valet video to learn more about the ultimate interior and exterior valet for your conservatory!
Nowadays, there are plenty of companies online offering cheap blinds and shutters. These may not be of the best quality and you'll have to measure your windows yourself, as well as install the products. Few windows are completely straight so you'll never end up with a perfect fit.
From iron making and engineering through to shipbuilding and textiles, Britain has a rich heritage of manufacturing. Thomas Sanderson is proud to continue in this tradition. All our window blinds, window shutters and conservatory blinds are made right here in Britain at our factories in Coventry and Hampshire
Remember how happy you were when you first had your brand new conservatory and all the plans you had for the extra room? Has that joy faded with the realisation that it's just too chilly to sit in during colder weather?
With Christmas approaching, your conservatory is the ideal place in which to serve dinner on the big day. It's also a fantastic living space for entertaining friends and family over the festive period.
Is your spare room full of junk? Does it look tired and outdated? If so, you're not alone! It's often one of the most neglected rooms in the house. But if you have friends or family staying with you over Christmas or New Year, there's still time to make your guest room as comfortable and inviting as possible.
If you're a fan of Strictly Come Dancing, why not treat your windows to some Strictly glamour? It's easier than you think. All you need to do is invest in Thomas Sanderson's window blinds from the gorgeous Boutique Collection.
With Bonfire Night approaching, many of us are planning to wrap up warm and head out to an organised display. But the loud bangs and whizzes of fireworks aren't everyone's cup of tea, especially if you have pets.
This Halloween, there'll be plenty of pumpkins and parties, ghouls and ghosts, and trick or treating. At Thomas Sanderson, we love this time of year but there's nothing spooky about our window shutters. In fact, there are no tricks; they're just packed full of treats!
If you've already abandoned your conservatory for the winter, you're missing out on its amazing potential to be a fantastic family-friendly living space.
This week is Big Energy Saving Week, a national campaign to help people cut their fuel bills and get all the financial support they're entitled to.
Do you love bright colours in your home or do you prefer more muted tones? Colour is a very personal choice but with Thomas Sanderson's window shutters, you can have the best of both worlds!
The nights are drawing in, there's a chill in the air and it's time to dig out jumpers, coats and boots: yes, we're well and truly into autumn. While some people find this depressing after the long sunny days of summer, it's actually a great time for indulging in some creature comforts at home.
At Christmas, it can be the most magical time. It's also very sociable and we all get more visitors than the rest of the year put together! There are relatives coming to stay, countless family get-togethers and lots of parties with friends. That's why you'll want your home to be looking its best before your guests arrive.
We love the autumn here at Thomas Sanderson. Crisp evenings and golden leaves, this season is full of inspiration. And it's the perfect time to treat yourself to a new set of blinds or shutters.
As the cold weather is approaching, it's important to give your conservatory some TLC to get it through the winter.
Neglecting conservatory care in the freezing weather can be really damaging. Ice, hail, rain and wind can all have a decaying effect, causing dangerous mildew and mould to grow on the building's surface. This can potentially damage the structural integrity of the conservatory itself.
Leave it untreated, and this could cause expensive problems for the following year.
Whether the style of your home is country cottage or classic Victorian, ultra-modern or hotel chic, our stunning window shutters will complement it beautifully. But don't just take our word for it. Now you can see Thomas Sanderson's custom-made window shutters up close and personal in our new TV advert.
In the October 2015 edition of The Garden, along with the best gardening advice and inspirational photography, you'll find Thomas Sanderson's full page ad offering 3 for 2 plus £100 off* conservatory blinds. We hope it helps you to make the most of your garden!
We all take pride in our homes and love to show off to our neighbours when we have something new. Remember how good it felt when you first had your conservatory and how lovely it was to have a sparkling new room?
Watch our new Thomas Sanderson Interior Window Shutters TV advert.
The Difference is in the Detail.
Once again, Thomas Sanderson is excited to be exhibiting at this year's Grand Designs Live Birmingham. Taking place between Thursday 8 and Sunday 11 October at the NEC, visitors are guaranteed an inspirational day out on a grand scale!
This Friday (25 September) is FSC® Friday, the annual celebration of responsible forestry, and Thomas Sanderson is proud to be a part of it. It's easy to sign up to the FSC Friday Thunderclap with your Facebook or Twitter account to add your voice to the call for forests for all forever!
Perhaps it's the Grand Designs effect but more and more of us are installing bi-fold doors in our homes. Whether they're positioned at the end of a fabulous kitchen-diner, a relaxing living area or a beautiful conservatory, they flood the room with light and connect the inside with the garden area.
If you love the beauty of the rooms in Downton Abbey, it's easy to copy the elegant look in your own home. Simply invest in window blinds or conservatory blinds from Thomas Sanderson's Boutique Collection and Designer Collections.
We're so confident in the quality of our products that we're proud to offer a 5 year guarantee on all our blinds and shutters. In addition, our conservatory blinds come with an exclusive 10 year Buy-Back Promise.
A new school year has started, leaves have begun to fall and the mornings are getting chillier. This can only mean one thing: autumn's coming! While some people find this depressing, the new season is a great time for starting to make your home cosy for the colder months ahead.
If you love saving money and finding the best deals, Thomas Sanderson's fabulous end of season sale will be right up your street. With summer ending, you can transform more of your home for less this autumn at a fraction of the normal cost.
Cleaning your home can sometimes seem like a thankless task; no sooner is it done than it needs doing again. But what if you could get a professional valet for your conservatory that would keep it clean all year round? Well, now you can!
Are you searching for a window styling to add real character to your home? Do you want to complement your traditional windows with an elegant and beautiful window covering? Then look no further than Thomas Sanderson's stunning solid window shutters.
If you have unusually shaped windows in your home, it can be difficult to know how best to dress them. But stunning architectural details like bay windows, arched windows and round windows are an asset to your property, so celebrate them. Show off those beautiful curves and angles - don't hide them with curtains!
The first event of its kind, it takes place between Thursday 3 September and Sunday 6 September at the Harrogate International Centre.
We're very excited to announce that Thomas Sanderson are taking part in the very first WI Centennial Fair. With patrons like Sir David Attenborough and Bill Odie, the WI Centennial Fair attracts the crème de la crème of interior and garden design.
Updating your window dressings is an easy way to give a room a fresh new feel, as well as creating the perfect harmony between light and shade.
With our beautiful blinds and stylish shutters, you can create a new look in an instant.
Do you love technology and gadgets? Want to use them to make life easier for you? Then you'll love the Platinum App!
Your home should be a place where you can relax and unwind, and forget the stresses and strains of daily life. That's why a sense of privacy is vital to be able to retreat from the world in your own personal space.
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If you've been suffering in unbearably hot rooms in warmer weather, choose Thomas Sanderson blinds to instantly solve the problem.
In the past six months, 95% of Thomas Sanderson customers rated our service 'good' or 'excellent' while 98% thought our products were 'good' or 'excellent'. We are delighted to have such positive feedback from our customers which validates our core philosophy.
If you're searching for a simple, stylish and contemporary window dressing, look no further than Thomas Sanderson's Pirouette® window blinds. Beautifully subtle yet creating a bold impact, Pirouette® window blinds offer the ultimate versatility in a fabric shading.
Watch our latest appearance on the Ideal World Shopping Channel with more great offers for our lucky viewers, along with an exclusive demo of our brand new Pirouette Window Blinds!
At Thomas Sanderson, we're constantly looking for new ways to help you enjoy your home and create the perfect harmony between light and shade. So here's our indispensable guide to dressing your windows, room by room.
Getting creative in the kitchen like this often means lots of mess, but don't worry! Thomas Sanderson's LifeTime vinyl shutters are the ideal window dressing in your kitchen because they're specifically designed to withstand the harshest treatment, even baking disasters!
Thomas Sanderson is thrilled to be exhibiting at the CLA Game Fair, an event for all the family which is a celebration of the great British countryside. This year's show takes place at Harewood House, Leeds between Friday 31 July and Sunday 2 August.
If you've got bi folding doors, then you'll know it can be difficult to find the right blinds option for them. You want shade, privacy and to protect your furniture from UV damage, and yet a lot of blinds companies aren't even equipped to fit this style.
But don't worry – Thomas Sanderson have the answer…
Thomas Sanderson is excited to be exhibiting at the New Forest and Hampshire County Show. This year's event takes place between Tuesday 28 July and Thursday 30 July at the Brockenhurst showground.
Now that school's out for the summer, the kids may be getting up later in the mornings which could give you an extra hour of peace and quiet. But not if their sleep is interrupted by early morning sunshine!
Our "Britain's Best Conservatory" competition ran throughout the whole of June and attracted lots of attention and pins – however we had to choose these two because they were simply the best!
Whether you're going to Florida or Filey, Turkey or Torquay, you'll want to be sure your home is secure while you're away.
Do you ever feel like you're in a constant battle with the elements in your conservatory? It's either swelteringly hot with too much glare or really chilly in colder weather; it never seems to be 'just right'. But it doesn't have to be this way!
Our window coverings are not just for summer! There's so much more to them than that. Our stylish conservatory blinds have the power to transform an unloved, under-utilised room into a versatile living space all year round.
Your conservatory is a great asset in the summer – the perfect space to relax and entertain in. But is it looking past its best and in need of some TLC?
Introducing harmony into your home is sometimes as simple as controlling the light and shade.
Now that it's summer and the weather is hotting up, it can be difficult to get the right balance between light and shade in our homes. But don't worry, Thomas Sanderson can help!
Thomas Sanderson is delighted to be exhibiting once again at this year's RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show.
If you find your conservatory too uncomfortable to sit in during summer heat, don't abandon it! Simply invest in Thomas Sanderson's professionally fitted, made to measure roof blinds teamed with blinds for the windows and doors.
More hours of sunlight doesn't necessarily mean wall to wall sunshine is guaranteed but at Thomas Sanderson, we've got it covered - whatever the weather.
Thomas Sanderson can help you to easily update your tired, old window coverings with stylish new blinds and shutters.
Thomas Sanderson is excited to announce we will be exhibiting at this year's BBC Gardeners' World Live show at the NEC, Birmingham.
June is traditionally the start of the festival season with Glastonbury, the Isle of Wight and Download festivals all taking place this month. If you like the idea of going to a music festival but can't face camping, crowds or muddy fields, why not have a mini festival at home instead?
Thomas Sanderson is thrilled to be exhibiting at this year's Ideal Home Show in Manchester (Thursday 4 - Sunday 7 June). After its highly successful launch last year, the event returns to EventCity for four days filled with ideas and inspiration for your home.
Summer is one of our favourite seasons, but there's one thing that's a nuisance – insects! They are unhygienic and annoying, especially because they always end up buzzing around food.
We're inviting people to style and design their very own dream conservatory on Pinterest – and we'll even award prizes to the best ones.
That's right – Thomas Sanderson are hiring! We're looking for some extremely talented men and women to join our team of top class executives and designers.
With Thomas Sanderson window coverings, you don't have to do the work to give your house a stylish new makeover. That's because when you choose from our fabulous range of blinds and shutters, you can instantly update a room and give it the 'wow' factor.
Just as your car benefits from a regular service to keep it running smoothly, so do your Thomas Sanderson conservatory blinds.
We're proud to announce that we're exhibiting once again at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show, the most famous gardening show in the world that attracts visitors from across the globe. The highlight of the gardening calendar, this year's event runs from Tuesday 19 to Saturday 23 May in the grounds of Royal Hospital, Chelsea.
Thomas Sanderson are proud to announce that we've been welcomed back to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show again. It's the gardening event of the year!
With summer on the way, you'll want your conservatory to be looking its best for the season ahead. That's all well and good but it's unlikely you'll have the equipment needed to give your conservatory a really thorough clean, especially in the hard to reach places and the roof.
"What makes Thomas Sanderson different is that I got exactly what I wanted."
~ Rylan Clarke
Proudly made in Britain for more than 20 years, Thomas Sanderson's window coverings are renowned for their quality and durability. Fashions may come and go but our conservatory blinds and window shutters are designed to stand the test of time.
We're thrilled to be exhibiting once again at this year's Grand Designs Live. Based on the much-loved Channel 4 TV series, this fantastic show runs from 2 – 10 May at London's ExCeL. Make no mistake - this is an inspirational event on a grand scale!
This May Bank holiday, forget the madness of endless traffic jams, queues of people in the shops and huge crowds everywhere. Instead, sit back, chill out and relax at home with Thomas Sanderson.
Having your very own valet is a great choice to make for your conservatory. Apart from the superficial value of having a lovely clean conservatory, the other benefits cannot be ignored.
We think our wooden shutters are one of the most diverse sets around. And they look great in such a wide range of houses – just perfect.
With more than 20 years' experience of making and fitting blinds, we know how to keep conservatories in tiptop condition, all year round.
This Thursday is St George's Day, England's national day. As the patron saint of England, St George's heroics as a dragon-slaying knight are legendary. But more than that, St George's Day is a time to celebrate everything that's great about England and all things English.
We are delighted to share with you our new TV commercial, appearing nationally from Monday
With the long Easter Bank Holiday weekend approaching, it's the perfect time for get-togethers at home. Whether you're entertaining close family, good friends or the next-door neighbours, you'll want your house to look its best.
Come and see our friendly teams on stands 6262, L528 and L228 to receive your exclusive show offers. We look forward to meeting you!
This April Fool's Day, you may be caught out by seemingly plausible stories in the news or by a practical joke at work. But one thing's for sure, there are no April fools with Thomas Sanderson's cracking Easter savings: just genuine discounts and giveaways you'll want to snap up.
It's time for change when the clocks go forward by an hour at 1am this Sunday 29 March. Although we lose an hour's sleep, we welcome in the official start of British Summer Time and can look forward to lighter evenings ahead.
The Ideal Home Show has got off to a flying start and Thomas Sanderson are delighted to be involved for another year of fun and design, right here in the capital city.
Once again, Thomas Sanderson is excited to be exhibiting at this year's Ideal Home Show at Olympia London (20 March – 6 April).
Come and visit our friendly teams on stands L228, L528 and 6262 to receive your exclusive offers, which are only available at the show. We look forward to meeting you!
Bring a breath of fresh air to your conservatory this spring
Celebrate spring with us with inspiring ways to transform your windows into a bright new focal point
Visit us at our stands – L528, L228 and G262. We'll be doing demonstrations, have catalogues available and will also have exclusive show offers. See you there!
We all love our conservatories which flood the room with light and bring the outside in. But the very thing that allows this to happen – the large glass roof – can be problematic.
Metal venetian blinds will look stunning in any interior, but also are great at regulating temperature and providing maximum protection to prevent damaging UV rays from stripping any furniture or carpets that may be placed near the sunlight.
As we celebrate St Patrick's Day on 17 March, it's worth remembering that the Irish are considered to be some of the luckiest people in the world. But you don't have to be Irish to get all the luck. With Thomas Sanderson's window blinds, it will feel like your lucky day every single day of the year!
Watch our latest live show from the Ideal World Shopping Channel with even more amazing offers for our lucky viewers!
Just imagine your conservatory restored to its natural beauty and transformed into a stylish, light living space that you can enjoy all year round.
We were the first to fully automate electric blinds for use in the conservatory, nearly 20 years ago. So you can rest assured that we are the experts, complete with unique service and perfectly fitting blinds.
Spring is the perfect time to breathe new life into your home and update your window dressings. So why not welcome in the new season with Thomas Sanderson's beautiful British handmade shutters?
Spring is here and it's the ideal time to transform your conservatory so that it can be used all year round. Welcome in the new season with Thomas Sanderson's beautiful British made conservatory blinds for the windows and roof.
Daffodils and snowdrops are sprouting, lambs are frolicking in the fields and the days are getting longer – yes, spring is definitely on the way! Now's the time to bring the new season into your home by flooding it with natural light.
A conservatory can look absolutely stunning when at its best – but unfortunately they do tend to take the brunt of the weather, especially over the wintertime.
For the fourth year, we are excited to be exhibiting again at this year's Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show. The event runs from Tuesday 17 to Sunday 22 February at Birmingham's NEC and it's the UK's biggest start of season showcase of caravans, motorhomes, tents and holiday homes - all under one roof.
Watch our latest appearance on the Ideal World Shopping Channel with a Conservatory Valeting special!
It's that time of year when we dig out the frying pans and practise our tossing skills – yes, it's Pancake Day, or Shrove Tuesday on 17 February.
If rain stops play outside, your conservatory is the perfect space for kids to relax in. But what if you haven't used the room over the winter because it's too cold? Don't worry – with our professionally fitted, made-to-measure energy-saving blinds, you can banish the draughts and use the room in all seasons.
With our fantastic Valentine's offer, you can buy 2 classic window shutters and get a LifeTime shutter absolutely free* - the perfect lifetime partner.
The Duette® EnergySmart system has an innovative and unique design – they are structured in a hexagon, just like honeycomb, to let your blinds to trap air passing through their structure.
If you're tech savvy, you'll love the brand new Platinum App which allows you to control your powered Thomas Sanderson blinds with one touch of your iPad or iPhone.
If Britain continues to be battered with heavy snowstorms and high winds this week, most of us will be turning up the heating to keep warm. But with Thomas Sanderson's Duette® EnergySmart blinds, you won't have to.
Don't forget - with the changing seasons and temperatures, it is important to do the optimal maintenance on your conservatory.
Everyone loves a bargain and if you've been considering updating your window coverings, don't wait any longer! Thomas Sanderson's wonderful winter sale has been extended so don't miss out on our sensational savings - book a free consultation with one of our locally based designers today.
For the second year running, Thomas Sanderson is excited to be exhibiting at the Southern Home Show at London's Alexandra Palace.
Your interior window will be cleaned, restoring it to its original condition. A thorough clean will keep it looking good and will also eliminate dirt and pollutants which can cause discolouration to UPVC sections, corrosion to metalwork and leaking seals.
Whether you are thinking about some renovations, decorating, or you just want to make your home a little more energy efficient, have a look at our January sale and see whether we can help create a little magic in your home.
Why not make 2015 the year that you finally sort out any issues with your conservatory?
Invest in Thomas Sanderson's Duette® EnergySmart blinds and escape the cold, wintry weather. Call now to book your free design appointment with a locally based Thomas Sanderson designer today!
In 2015, make a New Year's resolution that's easy to keep: invest in Thomas Sanderson blinds and shutters to make a real difference to your home. Happy New Year!
'Tis the season to be jolly…and to grab yourself a bargain in Thomas Sanderson's fantastic winter sale! Stylish seasonal savings are now on with huge discounts available on conservatory blinds, window blinds and shutters.
With the weather 'bomb' already hitting the north of the UK, forecasters are predicting two or three weeks of wild and wintry weather ahead. But if you invest in Thomas Sanderson's Duette® EnergySmart blinds for your windows and conservatory, there's no need to worry about the storms because you can be warm and toasty all season
Watch our latest appearance on the prestigious Ideal World Shopping Channel, with more fantastic special offers for our lucky customers!
Whether you want blinds for light control, for privacy, to protect your furniture from UV, or just because you think they look more stylish than curtains, Thomas Sanderson have the answer to all of your window shutter desires.
Conservatories are a thing of beauty, but unfortunately they do bear the brunt of the weather, and run the risk of being too cold to enjoy during the winter months.
Pleated blinds are one of the smartest options that you can choose for your house. If you want a set of blinds that are almost entirely indistinguishable when they are open, then pleated blinds are the best choice for you.
What could be nicer than redesigning your conservatory this Christmas?
Installing new blinds is one way to revitalise a room, and you can also enjoy the additional benefits that new conservatory blinds can bring.
Whatever you decide, if you want your blinds before Christmas it is important to hurry! Our pre-Christmas installation dates are filling fast as customers decide to treat themselves.
This winter, if you'd like to give your windows a stylish new look or you've been putting up with shoddy, ill-fitting blinds and want to replace them, look no further than Thomas Sanderson bespoke blinds.
We are excited to announce we will be exhibiting again at this year's Ideal Home Show at Christmas in London. A great family day out, this inspiring show runs from 19 – 23 November at London's Earls Court.
With the change of the season and the approaching winter, many of us are concerned about the prospect of colder weather and the higher heating bills that go with it. But don't worry - Thomas Sanderson can help!
Once again, we are thrilled to be exhibiting at the Ideal Home Show at Christmas in Manchester. This inspirational show runs from 14 – 16 November at Manchester's EventCity. Everything you need to add some festive sparkle to your home is here – all under one roof!
Custom-made blinds and shutters are essential to obscure the sun and the outside world while you focus on the rugby.
This Bonfire Night, nothing can beat the thrill of sparkling fireworks and steaming hot potatoes and sausages around a smoky bonfire. But when you've finished, remember, remember that your conservatory makes the perfect venue for watching firework displays in neighbouring gardens and a cosy retreat from chilly weather.
Halloween is a great time for a party. If you've invited lots of friends and family over, you'll want to make sure your home is looking its best, especially the windows.
Let Thomas Sanderson take some of the stress away this winter and invest in Duette® EnergySmart blinds.
This season is a great time for cosying up at home, especially if you've chosen Thomas Sanderson energy-saving blinds for your windows.
Watch our latest appearance on the prestigious Ideal World Shopping Channel, with more great offers for our lucky viewers!
Large amounts of heat are lost through your windows but Thomas Sanderson has the answer: the innovative Duette® EnergySmart collection of blinds.
Treat yourself to a conservatory valet from Thomas Sanderson
Pleated blinds make for a stylish addition to any home. A popular choice for both windows and in the conservatory, pleated blinds look chic, and have many practical uses too.
Sleek, sophisticated and stylish: three words that describe the windows of Northern Ireland's best-dressed homes. That's because they're fitted with Thomas Sanderson's beautiful, handcrafted shutters that make the most of natural light.
Thomas Sanderson are the market leaders in conservatory blinds and shutters, and they were the first company to fully automate blinds for the conservatory, nearly 20 years ago in 1998.
Watch our latest appearance on the prestigious Ideal World Shopping Channel, with more great offers for our lucky viewers!
With over 20 years' experience in crafting and fitting bespoke blinds and shutters for the home and conservatory, we know a thing or two about stylish window treatments
Autumn is nearly upon us: the kids have gone back to school, leaves are starting to fall and there's the usual Strictly Come Dancing and X-Factor ratings battle on TV.
Thomas Sanderson is excited to be exhibiting at the Serpentine Green Shopping Centre in Peterborough for the first time between Monday 8 and Thursday 11 September.
This year, Grandparents Day falls on Sunday 7 September and there's sure to be plenty of family get-togethers up and down the country. If you're hosting a special multi-generation lunch or dinner at your house, you'll want to make sure there's enough room for everyone.
The new season is a great time to give your home a fresh new look, especially if your window coverings are looking tired and dated.
With our exclusive Platinum™ Power System, you can control your motorised blinds quickly and easily with the simple touch of a button.
A Garlic Festival may be the last place you expect to see the UK's leading bespoke blind specialist, but Thomas Sanderson will be there – and we're looking forward to a fun-filled weekend where we can show off our award winning blinds.
Choosing professionally fitted, made-to-measure blinds or shutters for your home can be a daunting process. That's why at Thomas Sanderson, we offer free design consultations, taking the time to talk you through all the options available.
At Thomas Sanderson, we use technology to improve the homes and lives of our customers. Some of our most innovative products are our motorised blinds, controlled by the exclusive Platinum™ Power System.
Whatever the weather, conservatories make great playrooms for kids or just comfy spaces for chilling out and relaxing.
Whether you're holidaying in the UK or jetting off further afield, there's a lot to think about before your well-earned break. With Thomas Sanderson's motorised conservatory and window blinds, one thing you won't need to worry about is the security of your home.
We'll be exhibiting between 29th – 31st July and are one of 600 stands at the event, making the New Forest & Hampshire County Show one of the most exciting events in the south this year.
There are few places in the North West as beautiful as the incredible Tatton Park in Cheshire. Combine it with the hugely popular RHS Flower Show and you've got one of the most stellar design events in the country.
Watch our latest appearance on the prestigious Ideal World Shopping Channel, with more great special offers for our lucky viewers!
Add some colour to your conservatory this summer, and invest in some blinds that will be the perfect addition to any home.
Just like Wimbledon, Thomas Sanderson is a great British classic, offering innovative and stylish made to measure window blinds and shutters, all proudly made in Britain.
With Thomas Sanderson's child safe by design blinds, your children can be as inquisitive as they like and the blinds will be safe for them to use as they grow up.
Thomas Sanderson have window and conservatory blinds that are completely UV proof; they are able to protect your furniture and cool down your conservatory.
Support England, and choose English companies, for a nation that you can be proud of.
We're excited to be spending 12th-15th June at Gardeners' World Live in Birmingham – one of the UK's biggest gardening and horticultural shows.
Crafted to the highest quality, Thomas Sanderson window blinds and shutters are made to measure so you need never miss a goal, free kick or pass again. With that annoying glare sorted, it's time for your footie fix – come on England!
The great British summer is on its way so now's the perfect time for entertaining at home, whether you're planning an informal family barbecue or a full-scale garden party.
The eyes of the interior design world will be on Manchester this weekend as the Ideal Home Show comes to EventCity near the Trafford Centre on 6th, 7th and 8th June. Thomas Sanderson are proud to be the Interiors key sponsor and will be excited to see you all there!
Watch our latest appearance on the Ideal World Shopping Channel from 2nd May 2014
Watch our latest appearance on the Ideal World Shopping Channel where, for the first time, we are taking a look at our fantastic Premier Plus conservatory valeting service!
At Thomas Sanderson we're thrilled to announce we'll be returning to this year's Royal Bath & West Show – one of Somerset's biggest and best summer events.
Watch highlights from our appearance at the Ideal Home Show 2014
Hurry and take advantage of Thomas Sanderson's fantastic 3 for 2 plus 10% off* spring offers on conservatory blinds and window shutters. This amazing deal ends on 25th May so don't miss out!
At Thomas Sanderson we're very excited to announce that we'll be exhibiting at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show from 20th – 24th May 2014 – the biggest event in the gardening world's calendar.
Summer is officially on its way! But before you break out your shades and the ice cream, join Thomas Sanderson for an event that is sure to get the sun shining and start the season off with a bang.
At this time of year, it's great to be able to flood your home with natural light and create a bright, airy look. To achieve this, you need a window dressing that doesn't obscure the light.
As the market-leaders in child safe technology for blinds, Thomas Sanderson has a huge range of window coverings specifically designed with child safety in mind.
This is our tenth year at Grand Designs Live and we're sure this year's event will be bigger and better than ever! Thomas Sanderson will be exhibiting in the 'Grand Interiors' section of the show and we have not one, not two, but three amazing stands to showcase our stunning range of window coverings.
According to legend, St George killed the dragon and saved a princess – a true hero in every sense of the word. But with Thomas Sanderson's blinds and shutters, you won't need a hero at all because these window coverings are legendary in their own right.
Most of us look forward to long, lazy days of sunshine. But when it comes to our homes, we don't like unbearably hot rooms, harsh glare from the windows or faded fabrics and carpets
There's a big weekend ahead: with hot cross buns on Good Friday, Easter eggs on Easter Sunday and the first Bank Holiday of 2014, it's the perfect time for a family get-together.
Wherever you use Duette® EnergySmart blinds in your home, you'll always be in control of the room's light, shade, temperature and privacy.
To make it a memorable experience, you'll want the best possible viewing environment with a large wide-screen TV and a comfy sofa. Only one thing can spoil the drama of this annual event: glare from the windows.
Barry and Freda Johnson were so impressed by Thomas Sanderson's lifetime shutters and liners that they decided to invest in them for their new bungalow.
Treat your mum to the best present she could ever ask for on Mother's Day - some of her favourite Thomas Sanderson blinds or shutters
At Thomas Sanderson, we are delighted to announce ourselves as one of this year's official Ideal Home Show sponsors. We are proud to be a part of this great British tradition that has been providing the finishing touches to homes across the UK for over a century.
Thomas Sanderson has a huge range of window-coverings to choose from which have been specifically designed with child and pet safety in mind.
Once again, Thomas Sanderson are excited to be exhibiting at this year's Ideal Home Show at Earls Court (14 – 30 March).
Thomas Sanderson's LifeTime vinyl shutters are the perfect window dressing in your kitchen because they are specifically designed to withstand the harshest treatment, even pancakes!
With Thomas Sanderson's stylish shutters and innovative conservatory blinds, it's easy to breathe life back into your home and look forward to the spring and summer.
We are proud to be exhibiting again at this year's Caravan & Camping Show. Come and visit us at Stand 4465 where you can see the innovative Thomas Sanderson Duette® EnergySmart collection of blinds and find out how they can save you money on your energy bills.
Hosting the UK's largest selection of conservatory blinds, we offer over 1000 colour and styling combinations.
This Valentine's Day, look no further than Thomas Sanderson to help you fall in love with your home all over again. Pucker up!
Mrs Horgan's existing shutters were fitted by a different company. She asked Thomas Sanderson to replace them. This is her story...
We don't believe in kerbing children's natural curiosity and playfulness, we believe in manufacturing window-coverings that are safe by design.
The Duette EnergySmart collection, for example, is made using smart fabric technology with a double layered cellular design, helping to regulate the temperature in your conservatory.
This is the first time Thomas Sanderson has exhibited at the show so bring your ideas, your plans and your dreams.
What many people don't realise is that there are many free ways to stay warm throughout the winter months and conserve energy in the summer – particularly when it comes to your conservatory.
27th - 31st January 2014 is Big Energy Saving Week, a national campaign to help you save energy and reduce your heating bills.
Watch our latest show from the Ideal World Shopping Channel, recorded on the 11th January 2014 with more great offers from our viewers from our very own Jackie Peacock!
Yet another great show from the Ideal World Shopping Channel, recorded on the 16th January 2014 with even more exciting special offers for our viewers!
The installer was excellent – we are very pleased with the blinds.
We are absolutely delighted with the blinds. The design service was very professional. The installer was very good – he is a great guy and was absolutely brilliant. It was a very enjoyable experience.
The blinds are great and we were really happy with the whole service. The things that made us choose Thomas Sanderson instead of competitor companies were the quality of blinds, the way they operate, the way the blinds fit in the windows and the lack of cords. Also the features that Thomas Sanderson blinds had such as the toggles and pleats – basically the whole technology of the blinds. We had a really good installation – we have a slightly odd shaped roof in the conservatory and the installer explained the issues that we expected to experience which gave us plenty of time to think about how we wanted the blinds to work. Really happy.
We had a good design service; the designer was very good and showed us examples of all the different blinds and shutters. Lovely installer and he was very, very thorough with the measurements and such a nice man. The blinds are absolutely gorgeous; everyone who sees them says how nice the conservatory now looks. We have got our conservatory back! The blinds have totally made a difference with the glare from the sun and we now feel the conservatory is extra secure as well as looking lovely.
The window shutters are lovely and really nice. The design service was very efficient. We were very impressed with the installation service. The surveyor and installer were very good. The shutters enhance the room and are really ideal for privacy.
The blinds in our luxury Signature and Laura Ashley collections are handcrafted from 100% mould-resistant fabrics.
Watch our latest appearance on the Ideal World Shopping Channel from Boxing Day 2013, with another fantastic offer for our viewers!
Watch our first Ideal World Shopping Channel show of 2014! Broadcast on New Year's Day, with yet another exciting offer for our viewers.
If you've pledged to use your conservatory more this year and would like to replace your window coverings, there's never been a better time to buy Thomas Sanderson.
Watch our latest appearance on the prestigious Ideal World Shopping Channel, with more fantastic special offers for our viewers!
Visit the Thomas Sanderson stand at Chelsea Christmas Gift Fair and speak to Jerry for your exclusive 25% off plus £50 voucher
With Thomas Sanderson blinds, your conservatory instantly becomes the perfect venue for festive drinks with friends, the family Christmas lunch, and New Year parties with the stars as the backdrop.
There's a wide range of stylish shutters available to suit both contemporary and traditional properties, all made in Britain.
Thomas Sanderson donated blinds to 'The Little Miracles' Project as part of BBC's charity 'Children in Need' featured in the BBC One special programme 'DIY SOS: The Big Build with Children in Need'.
Thomas Sanderson are getting in the spirit and attending the Ideal Home Show at Christmas from 13th – 17th November…check out our stand at 1L30!
Thomas Sanderson offers a wide selection of shutters designed to fit the needs of both your windows and your home.
The shutters are absolutely wonderful. We love them. They are stunning and they make the room – so we are extremely pleased with them. We were extremely happy with the whole service – we have been customers of Thomas Sanderson before so we knew what to expect and we weren't let down
We are extremely happy with the shutters. The installer was a very clean, neat and tidy worker – he was very efficient and professional. No problems at all. The end result is just stunning…to anyone that sees them it is definitely a wow factor and we havent heard anyone not be impressed with them. No problems with operating the shutters, they are really easy, light and they don't stick or anything like that.
The designer was very helpful. The whole process worked very well. No problems at all.
I wouldn't like to be without my blinds now. Previous to the fitting of the blinds the conservatory got so hot I couldn't use it, whereas now it is just right.
Yes, it's Halloween but this year, you don't have to decide between trick or treat. Choose Thomas Sanderson window blinds and you can have the luxury of both.
Your conservatory should be one of your favourite parts of your home – a sanctuary of peace and quiet for some, a little corner of style and elegance for others. But whatever your conservatory means to you, at Thomas Sanderson we understand that you want it to look its best and last a lifetime.
At Thomas Sanderson it's very important to us to be at the forefront of interior design – that's why we're thrilled to be attending the northern Home Building and Renovating Show in Harrogate from 1st-3rd November 2013.
Watch our latest live show from the Ideal World Shopping Channel, and learn about our fantastic Fit Before Christmas promise!
The new sports season has started and whether you follow football, cricket or rugby, it's time to get behind your favourite team in the comfort of your own home.
Thomas Sanderson have been exhibiting at the Grand Designs show for nearly 10 successful years and we are very excited for 2013! Based on the Channel 4 TV series, and presented by design guru Kevin McCloud, the event will be packed with over 500 exhibitors, across six different sections, covering interiors, gardens, home improvement, self-build, renovations, technology and shopping.
'Very good service. Lovely installation. The blinds are doing everything we wanted them to.'
Order your blinds or shutters before 27th October 2013 and we'll guarantee to have them fitted in your home before Xmas or they're FREE!
Watch our latest appearance on the Ideal World Shopping Channel, with another very special exclusive offer for viewers!
The Home Show packed with inspiration and advice, whatever your project
Thomas Sanderson love to celebrate success in style! That's why every September we bring together our entire team of over 120 designers from across the UK and Ireland for our glamorous Summertime Gala!
Join us at this stylish event in Olympia, London from 27th-29th September
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One the most exciting line ups in the history of Chatsworth Country Fair! The Thomas Sanderson exhibition team are very excited to be exhibiting at the fair again this year – it is always very memorable…
Conservatories look fantastic when they're new but as soon as they start to feel 'lived in', they can lose that polished, squeaky clean feel.
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All the fun of the fair and much more
Hear what some of our customers thought about our products and service when they came to see us at the Ideal Home Show 2013 and why they've considered enhancing their homes with Thomas Sanderson.
Watch our most recent appearance on the Ideal World Shopping Channel, with our very own Tony Bridges demonstrating the unique features of our products and explaining some amazing offers for our viewers.
Excellent service the whole way through - really pleased. No problems at all. Hyper efficient. The shutters make the room very light, bright and give a really nice modern feel.
Service very good, installer was excellent and really knew what he was doing. Very pleased with the products – they block out heat and light and give me privacy. The roof blinds are excellent.
Straightforward and stress-free process from start to end. Very good product. My expectations were fulfilled.
The shutters look lovely, the whole service was great.
If you're looking for a stylish centrepiece for one of your rooms, all you need is a set of Guide & Glide shutters from Thomas Sanderson – beautifully handcrafted window shutters that create a striking focal point in any room.
A garlicky summer show with something for everyone
Hear what some of our customers thought about our products and service when they came to see us at the Ideal Home Show 2013 and why they've considered enhancing their homes with Thomas Sanderson.
At Thomas Sanderson we pride ourselves in doing as much as we can to raise money for our chosen charity The Rowans Hospice. We are so pleased to announce that we have now raised enough money to be able to buy the Rowans hospice a brand new ultrasound machine!
"Really happy with the shutters. Very helpful service. Very pleased and delighted with the product."
"Absolutely delighted with the window blinds. Using them for shade at the moment. Greatly admired by lots of people. No problems at all."
"Conservatory blinds are brilliant. Excellent service."
"Very good and useful product. Very good service – no problems at all. Delighted with my conservatory blinds"
See a how an entire conservatory can be transformed with our hand made bespoke conservatory blinds
Take a look at this video to check out a customer speaking about how Thomas Sanderson blinds have transformed her conservatory and how thrilled she is with the finished product!
Watch the video to find out a little more about our exhibition team at the 2013 Ideal Home Show
Take a look at this video to check out a customer speaking about how Thomas Sanderson blinds have transformed her conservatory and how thrilled she is with the finished product!
This year for the first time ever we have exclusive video footage of one of our very own Thomas Sanderson installers, Richard Jones, in action.
Conservatory Cleaning Service -Restore your conservatory to its full beauty
Thomas Sanderson have been visiting the New Forest show for a few years now and this year will hopefully be the best yet. With show jumping, family fun and shopping everyone will be enjoying an amazing show in the beautiful outside.
The latest of our very popular appearances on the Ideal World Shopping Channel, once again with our very own Tony Bridges and another very special offer for the viewers!
The shutters are my pride and joy and all my neighbours and friends are envious. It's so easy to just open them in the morning. As far as noise goes – you wouldn't have known the installer was here
'Fabulous. Absolutely thrilled to bits with them. Reps were lovely. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend. 100% pleased.'
"Extremely pleased with the service from the sales & installation team"
Thomas Sanderson have been visiting the RHS Tatton Park show for years now and each time we visit the show grows and develops with new exciting features and zones for everyone to see.
Our latest appearance on the Ideal World Shopping Channel, this time with Tony Bridges and another very special offer for the viewers!
Most of the heat builds up on the conservatory roof, especially in south-facing rooms, so made-to-measure roof blinds from Thomas Sanderson offer the perfect solution to the problem.
If you're looking for inspiration for your kitchen, then look no further than the exclusive partnership between Thomas Sanderson and Fired Earth.
With the Wimbledon final and wall-to-wall sunshine predicted, there's no better time to get out into the garden and use the conservatory to relax in.
As the largest provider of conservatory blinds in the UK, it seemed fitting for Thomas Sanderson to attend the largest flower show in the world – the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show
Our latest appearance on the Ideal World Shopping Channel, once again with Jackie Peacock and a very special offer for the viewers!
Thomas Sanderson's annual family fun day was held at Marwell Zoo this year and it was an absolutely amazing day.
This is the first time that Thomas Sanderson will be exhibiting at this show so it is very exciting to see what is in store this year with the fantastic new features the show is offering.
This will be Thomas Sanderson's first visit to the Mobility Roadshow so it is a very exhilarating time for us! As the UK's original hands-on consumer event, showcasing mobility innovation for 30 years! – We are excited to get involved!
Thomas Sanderson's recent abseil event for The Rowans Hospice took place on the 18th of May at Mercantile House in Portsmouth. The employees that took part raised over £500!
Make your garden inviting with these top tips from Thomas Sanderson
Hoping to impress the public with their latest offerings of modern and traditional designs, householders will get the chance to sample a huge selection of window blinds and conservatory shutters
WIN handmade conservatory blinds worth up to £2,500 from Thomas Sanderson
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The esteemed and world-famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2013 that took place between 21st and 25th May and two, its attendance of Thomas Sanderson. Held in the grounds of the Chelsea Hospital, this annual show started out in 1913 – marking this year as a centenary for this historical event.
Click to view our latest appearance on the ideal world shopping channel, with our very own Jackie Peacock - showing the latest products, newest ranges and special offers live from the Ideal World TV studio's....
Thomas Sanderson are again proud to be exhibiting at the ideal home show once again.
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Get to know us a little better
For centuries, interior window shutters have been the hallmark of class and sophistication in homes. From plantations to country mansions, to Georgian terraces, they have helped cement the status of a house as being that of distinct quality.
Click and watch to get an idea to see what its like to work at Thomas Sanderson and the people that make it a great place to work.
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Once again this year we will be participating in this year's abseil event for The Rowans Hospice.
Inspiration for the home is often taken from our experiences – either from inspiration from another homes décor, or from our travels; taking in different cultures and colour palettes. Whichever excites us can inspire a breath of fresh air into our home.
Add a touch of designer luxury and a sense of style to your home with the latest exclusive collection of Laura Ashley conservatory blinds or window shutters.
Boutique window blinds, with their unique textures, stylish patterns and bold prints are a great way to take advantage of the privacy and light control benefits of blinds and the decorating style of draperies.
Their clean lines and classic appearance can complement any style of décor, from traditional to modern.
Conservatory blinds are specifically designed for the harsh environment of this sunny space and are the answer to making this the best room in your home.
According to the RICS, conservatories add 5% to the value of a property, but for buyers, the presence of a conservatory signifies that they are not simply buying a house, but a home.
Plantation shutters which are normally made from wood are designed to suit any window in a home. Vinyl shutters offer homeowners that same versatility but come in wider variety of styles.
When you choose to buy blinds for your conservatory it's important to get it right – after all they're going to be part of your room for many years to come.
Conservatory blinds can bring a whole host of benefits to the way you use your room:
For the ultimate control over your surroundings at home, Thomas Sanderson bring you the very latest in window shading automation, our brand new and exclusive remote control system - Platinum.
Window treatments are often chosen to be the focal point around which a room is designed. Interior designers frequently work from the window blinds and interior walls to the middle of a living space. If your room already has a theme, then your designer can help you choose the right blinds for your windows.
Every day that passes at this time of year makes me look out in greater wonder. The clarity of the spring air, the blueness of the sky, the greenness of the emerging leaves on the trees, and the darkness and gloom of the winter visibly coming to a close.
Windows are one of the most important features in any home. They allow the outside world to enter your home and inside and they can make a statement about who you are.
Conservatory designs offer homeowners a wide variety of styles; Victorian, Edwardian, lean-to, and gable fronted. The style of the conservatory will be based on the type of home you have but people often choose to go with something more modern and desirable to add value to their home.
Thomas Sanderson's first RHS show of 2013.
Another huge and exciting event for the Thomas Sanderson calendar.
We're back again this year and intend to walk away with another show award for 2013.
The Show attracts well over 160,000 visitors enjoying glorious sunshine.
We are proud to have a presence at this wonderful event once again
This is Thomas Sanderson's first time at this event.
Another prestigious gardening event organised by the Royal Horticultural Society.
Showcasing the most promising new garden design talent against a backdrop of one of the UK's most complete and beautiful historic estates.
An annual agricultural show held for three days at the end of July at New Park, Brockenhurst in Hampshire.
Set against a beautiful backdrop of rolling green hills and farmland, the Garlic Festival is located just outside of Newchurch at the heart of the stunning Isle of Wight.
Held in the park of Chatsworth House, this show has become one of the largest events of its type in England.
The UK's leading event for home improvers
This will see Thomas Sanderson exhibiting at the second Grand Designs event of 2013.
The north of England's biggest and dedicated self-build & renovation event
One of Thomas Sanderson's newer additions to the show schedule
"Apart from to grab a few toys to bring into the lounge our conservatory was virtually unusable all year round, so we needed to do something about it".
The channel is a great source of inspiration for all things design and interiors, so it's a great honour to be associated with it.


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The Emery County Progress along with the Sun Advocate recently published the Castle Country Cookbook.
Velma Allred contributed recipes to the book. Allred currently resides in the Turnquist Cottages in Elmo. She is the mother of three girls, Nita Thayn, Tina Lyons, Jenni Fasselin and one son Chris Johansen.
Allred loves the life at the Turnquist Cottages and she said she was the first one to move in on opening day. Her children helped out and brought two or three pickup loads and she was all moved in. She's been in the cottages for six years now and before that she lived with one of her daughters.
"I was born and raised in Elmo and lived here most of my life. My second husband moved me to Oklahoma where I lived for 14 years, but after he passed away I came back here. My son moved back here too. So now all my kids are here close. I have 16 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren," said Allred.
Allred's small apartment is decorated with Indian art. "All my life I have loved Indian art. I love to cook. I love to make yeast dough and Greek Holiday Bread.
"Twice a week I go to rehab. I have cooked and baked all my life and cooked professionally. I cooked at the hospital in Moab and the Crest Cafe in Price and the Frontier Cafe in Roosevelt. I also cooked at the Stewart's nursing home in Roosevelt and worked for school lunch in Green River. I have cooked all my life for farm crews. I used to put food in the Dutch ovens when we were hauling hay and when we were done, the food was cooked.
"I have helped with farming and ranching all my life. I worked on many cattle drives where it was my job to cook and I hauled around the sick and injured cattle. I drove the chuckwagon too, and just made a meal out of whatever we had, meat, potatoes and beans and homemade bread with jam. Just whatever you had time to cook, because it's busy herding cows.
"I was a picky eater when I was young, so one day my mom gave me a potato and a knife. I chopped up that potato and cooked it in my dad's metal thermos cup lid and I have been cooking ever since. When I first learned to make bread, I wasn't that enthused, but the more I did with yeast dough, the better I got. I love making rolls and still make them.
"I have also done a lot of canning. I just canned everything in sight. It's been a big part of my life. We used to hike all over and I tended water and would walk to the head gate to direct the water into the fields. Now, I don't get out much, but I like to read my big print books. I have loved to piece quilts together too. For a long time I didn't keep track, but since we started keeping track I have made 1,050 quilts anywhere from king size to doll size. I have sold a few of them, but mostly I made them for my family. Every baby had to have a new quilt. I miss not being able to do that now. I am a diabetic and have bad feet and eyes, now. I tied a lot of quilts too, as well as quilting them.
"We did everything together with our kids, we grew a huge garden and canned and tended water together. We took the cows on the mountain, built fences, we hauled hay and silage. My kids learned to cook and bake. My daughters are very good cooks. They do a lot of canning too. At the holidays we would always put on a big feast. My mother taught me everything about food. We grew our own food and canned it, too. We've always had fresh vegetables from the garden, it's a good way of life.
"I have several friends here at Turnquist Cottages. We have potluck dinners and sometimes we get together and play bingo. I love it when the Jensen Band comes to play. I look forward to that old time country and western cowboy music. We have different musicians come from time to time out here and I really look forward to that. I just love being here, it's convienient for me. Most people here are friendly and nice. Sometimes the town people come out to listen to the band too.
"I have one friend I call my Georgia peach friend. We just really hit it off when she moved here. She is 92 years old and she still cooks and bakes and sews. She is a worldclass seamstress. She was the head of the Mormon Guild and sold quilts all over the country and she wrote books and taught classes. She is Nina Grimes. She loves the Jazz too. We watch the games and then we call each other and cuss and discuss how we think they did. They had a wonderful year, last year," said Allred.
Allred contributed several recipes to the cookbook.
Grandma Velma's Scratch Brownies:
1 cup butter or margarine
1/2 cup of cocoa
4 eggs
2 cups sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 cups flour
pinch of salt
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Melt butter and stir cocoa in until dissolved, set aside. Beat eggs and sugar together. Beat in flour, salt and vanilla. Add to cocoa mixture. Optional: 1 cup chocolate chips or 1 cup chopped nuts.
Bake in a greased and floured 9x13 pan for 30-40 minutes. Serve as is, frost, or add coconut or powdered sugar.
Sweet Bread
10 cups flour
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
4 cups very warm water (not hot or it will kill the yeast)
1 cup sugar or honey
6 tablespoons dry yeast
1 tablespoon salt
Mix sugar, yeast, oil and water. Let sit for 5 minutes, add eggs, then dry ingredients. Let sit for 15 minutes; knead for 5 minutes. Shape into rolls or loaves. Knead fruit and nuts in after putting the eggs in the dough. Use 1 to 3 cups of nuts and/or fruit. Slice bread when it is cool. Butter or creme cheese spread on the slices add a nice touch. Rest of bread can be molded into loaves, tea rings and rolls. Let rise double and bake at 350 degrees as needed.
For holiday bread make 3 small round loaves. Set on a cookie sheet. Boil eggs hard and color. Insert one in the middle of 3 round loaves and bake at 350 degrees about 30 minutes or until nicely browned. Use cinnamon, lemon, citron (candied) or any combination of dried or candied fruit and chopped nuts of your choice. Frost, thin, using powdered sugar, lemon or orange juice, water or milk. Anise seeds or poppy seeds can be sprinkled over icing if you like that. Great for Christmas or Easter.
The Castle Country Cookbook is available at the Emery County Progress office for $9.99 plus tax.


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