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crucial. You can also contact us to find
out more about care and maintenance for
your specific blinds.
Complement with Fans: For an extra
cooling effect, consider using ceiling fans
or floor fans alongside your blinds. These
can enhance air circulation and provide a
cooler environment.
Professional Installation: Ensure that
your blinds are installed by professionals
to guarantee proper fit and functionality.
Find an authorised Blind Professional or
distributor near you.

Conclusion
Summer in South Africa can be
relentless, but with the right strategies
and the use of commercial blinds, you
a functional/visual separation in done via App control, wall-mounted can create a comfortable and energy-
mixed-use buildings. switches or hand-held remotes. Our efficient space for your business. Connect
• Aesthetic Appeal: Commercial ranges of blinds that can be motorised with us on LinkedIn for more insights,
blinds come in a variety of designs include Vision blinds, certain Roller industry updates, and the latest trends in
and materials, ensuring they Blinds, Outdoor Blinds, Ripple & Curtain commercial blinds. Don't let the summer
seamlessly integrate with your Tracks and more. heat get the best of your business – stay
interior décor. They can even Regular Maintenance: Keep your cool, connected, and protected - with
enhance the aesthetics of your space. blinds clean and well-maintained. Dust Blind Designs Commercial! dw
• Indoor comfort: People in developed and dirt can reduce their effectiveness.
countries spend almost 90% of their Regular cleaning and inspections are www.blinddesigns.co.za
time indoors. Thermal, visual and
acoustic comfort is essential for
well-being and triggers positive
emotional, attitudinal and cognitive
responses in an individual.
• Reducing Heat Gain: In the quest
for energy efficiency, most modern
buildings are highly insulated and
‘airtight’. However, these qualities
significantly increase the risk
of overheating. Appropriately
controlled shading can significantly
reduce the risk of overheating for
building occupants.

Tips for Effective Heat Protection with
Blinds:
Choose the Right Material: Opt for
blinds made from reflective or insulating
materials to reduce heat penetration
effectively. Reflective blinds bounce the
sun's rays away while insulating ones help
trap cooler air inside.
Motorised Blinds: Consider motorised
blinds that can be controlled remotely
or programmed to adjust throughout
the day. This enables you to manage
sunlight and temperature without manual
intervention. This motorisation can be

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