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FIT Show Preview

Solar shading solutions at the 2025 FIT Show

» CARIBBEAN BLINDS, THE LEADING SUPplier of external shading solutions, is proud to announce that it will be attending the 2025 FIT Show at the NEC in Birmingham on 29 April.
During the three-day exhibition, the Suffolk-based manufacturer will showcase its premium range of external blinds, patio awnings and louvered roof pergolas, highlighting how these innovative solutions can help installers effectively tackle solar heat gain and meet Part O requirements without compromising on window size.
Addressing the implications of the government’ s Part O building regulations, which aim to prevent overheating in new residential buildings, is a priority for the team at Caribbean Blinds who actively champion solar shading in the sector.
Stuart Dantzic, MD at Caribbean Blinds, said:“ The Part O regulations have changed the landscape for glazing professionals. Rather than reducing window sizes, external shading provides the perfect solution that maintains the benefits of large glazed areas while preventing overheating. Our products block up to 97 % of solar heat energy, meaning they can effortlessly regulate indoor temperatures.
“ Attending exhibitions like this creates a fantastic opportunity for us to showcase how our products not only create comfortable indoor and outdoor living environments but also present significant business opportunities for ambitious installers.”
Visitors to the Caribbean Blinds stand will also experience the company’ s market-leading louvered pergolas. These all-weather solutions enable year-round use of outdoor spaces and could be a fantastic upsell opportunity for glazing professionals looking to expand their product portfolio.
“ At the FIT Show, we’ ll demonstrate how our external shading systems can transform any outdoor space into a functional living area that can be enjoyed 365 days a year, come sun, wind, rain or even snow,” adds Stuart.“ For installers, this represents a significant opportunity to expand their offering, providing quality systems that offer many benefits to homeowners.”
With nearly four decades of experience in external shading, Caribbean Blinds has built an impressive reputation for manufacturing quality products that deliver outstanding performance and longevity. Visit the team at stand J50 to discuss partnership opportunities, product specifications and more.
www. cbsolarshading. co. uk

Affordable Windows Group To Debut Decorio Range at 2025 FIT Show

» LEADING SUPPLIER Affordable Windows Group is
set to debut their new steellook
aluminium range, Decorio,
at this year’ s prestigious FIT
Show in Birmingham.
Crafted from premium
aluminium, the new Decorio
range of internal and external
windows and doors captures
the iconic style of industrial
and art deco designs at a
lower price point than steel.
Affordable Windows
Group will be giving visitors
an exclusive look at this new
heritage-inspired range at
this year’ s FIT Show, which will
be held at Birmingham’ s NEC
between April 29 and May 1.
Affordable Windows Group will
be exhibiting their products at stand N 61 in Hall 8.
Amelia Gaughan, Affordable Windows Group’ s Head of Marketing, commented:“ The FIT Show represents all the best the UK fenestration industry has to offer, which is why we’ re delighted to be unveiling our Decorio range at such a prestigious event.
“ The steel-look is now a timeless classic, and the Decorio range takes it to new heights. As sister-brand to our wood-effect uPVC range Timberlook, Decorio is the perfect answer to the increasing demand for steel-look aluminium products as homeowners
continue to embrace heritage aesthetics.”
Decorio offers a comprehensive range, featuring thermally-broken external windows and doors with slim sightlines, and elegant single-glazed internal screens and doors. To complete the look, a diverse collection of classic and modern handles, pulls, and escutcheons are available for both ranges.
Amelia adds:“ We haven’ t exhibited at a trade show in
quite some time, so Decorio’ s launch was the perfect opportunity to return. As well as Decorio, we’ ll also be showcasing selected products from the rest of our range, including our flush uPVC range Timberlook. We look forward to meeting and greeting as many visitors as possible during the event and introducing them to Affordable’ s newest range.”
www. decorio-doors. com
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