Louise in Corby
"Thank you so much to TrueShade Interiors for fitting our solar powered roof lantern blind. We hadn’t factored in the sunlight, brightness and heat when installing the lantern and we are so happy to have eventually found Rhys and his team. Not only is the quality of the blind excellent, the workman ship, tidiness and communication from Rhys was very professional. We would highly recommend TrueShade Interiors and won’t hesitate to use them when we are ready to replace the rest of our home blinds.
Thanks guys for the stress free service."
Louise contacted me after finding that the sunlight coming through her roof lantern was making the room brighter and warmer than she'd anticipated.
We decided on a made to measure, solar powered roof lantern blind with smart controls, giving Louise the flexibility to adjust the shading conveniently from her phone without needing additional mains wiring.
The installation required careful measuring and fitting to ensure everything sat neatly within the roof lantern. The finished result provides much better control over sunlight and glare, helping make the space more comfortable throughout the day.
It was lovely to hear how pleased Louise was with the finished installation, and even better to know she's considering TrueShade for the rest of her home's blinds!
Dr John Hickey in Old
"Wonderful. Rhys has been absolutely fantastic sorting out a difficult problem. We cannot praise him highly enough. Communicative, on time and very reasonable pricing. Thank you Rhys. And we have booked him for an annual maintenance contract. Thanks again."
John contacted me after experiencing problems with his existing motorised roof lantern blind. I was keen to get to the bottom of the problem rather than simply recommend replacing the system.
I spent time investigating the fault, testing the components and working through the possible causes until I managed to trace the fault to a failed motor. I then updated the system, recommissioned the blind and reprogrammed the controls to get everything operating properly again.
It was a particularly satisfying repair, and even better to hear how pleased John was with the result. He's since arranged an annual maintenance agreement with TrueShade to help keep his system in good working order.
Michael in Great Oxendon
"We have recently had 2 solar powered velux blinds fitted by Rhys, in two difficult places to access. He managed the fitting efficiently and got round all the difficulties.
From coming out to quote to installation, Rhys has been professional courteous and informative through every step of the process, and we would highly recommend his services."
This project involved installing two solar powered VELUX blinds in particularly challenging locations. One roof window was approximately 4.2 metres above the floor, while the other was positioned over a staircase, making safe access and careful planning essential.
Despite the awkward positions, both blinds were successfully installed, providing convenient light control and a neat finish without compromising on the quality of the installation.
Wendy in Broughton
"Very professional and courteous service. Highly recommend."
This project involved fitting five made to measure motorised blinds across multiple windows, creating a clean, uniform finish throughout the space. As there were several windows, a motorised solution was the most practical option, allowing all blinds to be operated easily via remote control.
Motorised blinds are ideal for improving accessibility, reducing glare, and enhancing comfort in busy living spaces, especially where manual operation can be difficult.
Francesca in Market Harborough
"Rhys provided an excellent service from start to finish. We experienced an issue with a motorised blackout blind that had originally been installed by another company. After contacting Rhys, he attended within a few days, carried out a thorough assessment, and promptly sourced the necessary replacement part to restore the blind to full working order. He was very friendly, professional and meticulous in his work. The job was completed to very high standards, and the room was left spotless. I would not hesitate to recommend his services and would definitely use him again."
A recent callout involved a motorised blackout blind that had completely stopped working. On inspection, the battery motor had been incorrectly installed, causing the antenna wire to become trapped inside the mechanism and damage both the motor and bracket. I carefully dismantled the cassette system, salvaged the existing roller fabric and sourced a replacement motor. The blind was fully repaired and back in working order within 48 hours, restoring complete blackout to the bedroom without the need for a full replacement.
"Just had our skylight done and it looks absolutely fantastic! the crazy thing is how much heat it has blocked out straight away.
Rhys was very professional and a lovely chap, he just got on with it and cleaned up like he was never hear.
Really happy with the product and the warranty that comes with it is fantastic!"
Al in Barton Seagrave
This recent installation featured a made-to-measure blackout thermal honeycomb blind designed specifically for a skylight within a modern glazed extension.
The system includes an internal aluminium lining to deliver true blackout performance while improving thermal efficiency. The cellular structure helps reduce heat gain in summer and retain warmth during colder months, making it an ideal solution for roof lanterns and skylights.
Shelving was incorporated within the recess to minimise light seepage and create a cleaner, more architectural finish. The tensioned system was precision fitted to ensure a smooth, discreet installation that integrates seamlessly with the glazing.
Diane in Raunds
"Thankyou, I'm very pleased with your work and very tidy"
Two older Velux roof windows (pre-1990) where the original wooden notched side channels and obsolete blind system were carefully removed. New fixings were installed to accommodate a modern rooflight blind system, ensuring a clean finish and smooth operation with full blackout as a result.
LLoyd in Huntingdon
"Rhys and his team were excellent. We have some pretty awkward windows on our vaulted ceiling, so required custom-made and fitted blinds. Couldn't be happier with the end result."
Full blackout blinds installed to seven awkwardly angled roof windows, complete with fitted cassette and side channels for effective light control. Due to the sloped walls and window angle, a spring-assisted roller system with custom brush-lined handled hembar was selected, allowing smooth operation and the ability to stop the blind at any position on the window. The finished result sits neatly within the recess and provides true blackout performance.
