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Sunlight is bad.  When it comes to health and wellbeing, we are constantly bombarded with conflicting messages.  Whether it’s protein, statins or red wine, they

Here at Umbra, we know that markets are changing all the time, and more rapidly today than ever before. People have ever-higher expectations and want

“What is the smartest blackout blind?” Whether it’s smart in terms of aesthetics or technology… you’re in the right place!  KuroLok – Umbra’s bestselling blackout

Blackout blinds are one of the most popular options for blinds today, but Kuro is so much more than just a blackout blind – with

No wires?  No problem. When a client wants electric blinds without the hassle and costs of wiring them in, try one of Umbra’s battery operated

Smart blinds are no longer futuristic.  The stats are here… The UK smart home market was worth £900m in 2017, making it the second largest

What is the best shading solution for large rooflight windows? The KuroLok Twin RL System rooflight Welcome to the newest Umbra rooflight blind, your neat

Crumpled up roller blind and an obstacle on the window sill stopping your blind from fully unrolling? Blind ending up crumpled up and bent out of

Introducing the NEW side channel end caps for our best selling blackout blind. Just when you thought the KuroLok blackout blind couldn’t get much better…

Here’s how to make the most of this growing market for your window blinds business. As a window blind seller or installer, do the words