Integral (Built-In) Blinds
At DB Designs, we supply and install high-quality integral blinds that are sealed between the panes of your double glazed or triple-glazed windows and doors. These built-in blinds offer a stylish, clutter-free alternative to curtains or external blinds, giving you precise control of light and privacy—without the need for cleaning or maintenance.
Manual and Motorised Operation
Our integral blinds can be operated manually or by motor. Manual systems use a magnetic slider or cordless mechanism, allowing you to raise, tilt, and lower the blinds effortlessly—without affecting the hermetically sealed unit. For added convenience, motorised options are available, offering quiet and reliable operation. These can be controlled via remote, wall switch or smart home system, perfect for modern lifestyles and larger installations.
Styles and Colour Options
We offer two main styles:
- Venetian (slatted) blinds with horizontal aluminium slats—ideal for flexible light control.
- Pleated fabric blinds, available in both blackout and translucent finishes for a softer, more diffused look.
Both styles are available in a wide range of colours and finishes to match your décor. Colour swatches are available to view in our Leatherhead showroom (contact us to arrange an appointment).
Perfect for Residential Use
Integral blinds are an ideal choice for homeowners who value a tidy, modern finish with all the practical benefits. Whether in bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, conservatories or living areas, these blinds offer discreet privacy and comfort—without compromising the look of your glazing. They’re especially popular with bi-fold and sliding patio doors where external window coverings would interfere with the mechanism or get in the way.
Ideal for Commercial Environments
In commercial settings, integral blinds deliver a professional appearance with maximum practicality. From schools and hospitals to offices and showrooms, they’re hygienic, durable and easy to operate. Their built-in design makes them particularly suited to high-traffic environments, saving time on cleaning while maintaining a clean, corporate aesthetic.
Visit Our Showroom
To explore our range of integral blinds or see them in action, contact us to book an appointment at our Leatherhead showroom. Our friendly team is always happy to offer guidance and help you find the perfect solution for your home or business.
Blinds are available in a wide range of colours. Contact us to arrange a visit to our Leatherhead showroom and view the swatches.
Benefits of Integral Blinds
- Helps regulate energy – integral blinds give you better control of the temperature of your home, helping you stay cooler in summer and warmer through the winter. Depending on the colour of your blinds and whether they’re Venetian or pleated in design, integral blinds can keep out up to 70% of heat in the summer (solar reflection), keep out up to 78% of sunlight (light reflection) and absorb up to 88% of the sun’s heat (solar absorption) – creating a more comfortable home.
- Totally hygienic – because they are sealed inside the glazing, integral blinds are dust and dirt free which makes them more hygienic than traditional blinds and other window dressings. Integral blinds are often used in hospital and schools because they do not require cleaning and are hygienic. Plus, the SV system is operated using an external magnetic slider which is treated with the Sanitized® patented antibacterial finish, for long-lasting protection.
- Child & pet friendly – children can very easily pull the cords or put their fingers inside traditional Venetian blinds and cause damage or potentially hurt themselves. Integral blinds are child friendly as they are safely positioned inside the double-glazed unit. Our C System is operated by a continuous cord loop which is held lightly under tension by a cord tensioner which fully complies with Make it Safe, a campaign from the British Blind and Shutter Association (BBSA) to promote window blind safety in all homes, public buildings and other environments where babies and young children may be present.
A safer option for families.
- Modern aesthetics ideal for homes – integral blinds are sleek, stylish and popular with homeowners. They are particularly suited to bi-fold doors, sliding patio and French doors, which are increasingly popular in conservatories, orangeries and kitchen and house extensions.
- Ideal for businesses and other commercial premises – in the commercial market integral blinds are installed in external glazing, curtain walling and facades, as well as internal partition walls to create privacy and also control the heat and glare of the sun, and create better working environments.
- No cleaning and maintenance free – integral blinds are sealed between the panes of glass in double glazed or triple glazed windows and doors. They are not exposed to the elements, dirty fingers or dust. The blinds are inside the glass, so they never need cleaning and are maintenance free. They are a fit and forget product.
- Solar control – integral blinds are the ideal solution for controlling the heat and glare of the sun. They provide privacy and shading at the pull of a cord or the press of a switch.
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Unbeatable Pricing
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We can provide the best pricing around.
Secure
All of our products provide the latest and greatest security for your property.
Family Owned
We are a small local business that has been family owned since we started over 30 years ago.
Energy Efficient
We use the latest technologies to ensure energy efficiency- this means your home will be warmer in the winter, cooler in the summer and cost less to run.