Doors & Windows
Sliding Venetian integral blinds offer magnetic appeal for installers and homeowners
Ease of installation and popularity with homeowners due to a simple , reliable and cordless operating mechanism mean the SV & SV + integral blind systems continue to account for the majority of Uni-Blinds ® sales .
These two Venetian integral blind systems , which are both operated using a patented magnetic slider positioned to the side of the window , accounted for around 80 % of all Uni-Blinds ® sales in 2023 according to data from Morley Glass .
Both manufactured using world-leading ScreenLine ® integral blind systems from Italian company Pellini S . p . A ., these systems have always offered the easiest installation of the five control systems available from Morley Glass , something its managing director Ian Short believes is one of the reasons for its dominance in the market .
Ian says : “ Fitting an integral blind system is straightforward whichever Uni-Blinds ® system you choose , but the SV and SV + sliding Venetians are particularly simple . The IGU ( insulating glass unit ) is supplied complete with the blind unit sealed permanently within it , which means all you have to do is fit the IGU as you would normally and , once in place , attach the magnetic slider to the profile on the face of the glass – it ’ s that simple .
“ But it is not only ease of installation that makes the SV and SV + a bestseller . Homeowners love them too because the magnetic slider takes care of all functions – raising , lowering and tilting of the slats . No external cords , wiring or electrical connections to think about as it works through the power of magnetism .”
The Uni-Blinds ® SV integral blind system features a headrail which houses the main blind unit , and a narrow side rail at the left or right to enable the magnetic slider to function . The SV + works in exactly the same way as the SV , but it provides a symmetrical appearance thanks to a siderail being visible left and right , regardless of which side is used for the magnetic slider .
The patented magnetic systems , known as the SL20SV and SL20SV +, are encapsulated within double glazed units featuring
a 20mm cavity . The magnetic slider can be placed on the right or left-hand edge of the glass with a narrow adhesive transparent profile guiding the linear movement of the slider .
Ian continues : “ Innovation is at the core of the SV and SV + systems because of the way it is designed with friction reduction in mind . Its closed-loop belt transmission system allows for smooth and long-lasting function of the blind , making these systems super reliable with minimal need for repairs or service call-backs .”
Homeowners can choose from 14 colours for the Venetian SV and SV + integral blind systems , including anthracite , black and agate grey , which are exclusive to Morley Glass . There is also a choice of colours for the header , side rails and slider to achieve a visually stunning look .
As with all Uni-Blinds ® integral blind systems , the SV and SV + are available in industry-leading turnaround times – as little as 10-12 working days when ordered by 10am on any Thursday . They are manufactured by Morley Glass in Yorkshire exclusively using ScreenLine ® integral blind systems and supplied to installers nationwide via the company ’ s own fleet with complimentary delivery .
Full technical assistance and installation support is available to all Uni-Blinds ® installers to ensure they can provide the right solution to homeowners , fitted to the highest standards .
www . morleyglass . co . uk
28 JUNE 2024 CLEARVIEW-UK . COM