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Barlow Blinds Limited

4.9

129 Reviews

Opening Hours
Today - 09:00–17:00
  • Monday 09:00–17:00
  • Tuesday 09:00–17:00
  • Wednesday 09:00–17:00
  • Thursday 09:00–17:00
  • Friday 09:00–17:00
  • Saturday 10:00–16:00
  • Sunday - Closed

About

As Leicester’s oldest awning and window blind makers we guarantee the highest quality products, and good old fashioned customer service that is second to none

We are the quintessential family business that has evolved from one man with a motorcycle and sidecar, to a professional and modern multi product window blind and awning manufacturer and installer whilst still retaining the values that have been passed down through the generations

We offer a very personalised local service and are very protective of our reputation, always striving to ensure our clients appreciate both our service and the quality of our products

Established in 1887, by Mr E.A Barlow, the company flourished and in 1927 he felt he had earned a more restful time, deciding to retire and pass the business on to someone else’s capable hands

Those capable hands belonged to Frank Coleman, and the company has been successfully run by the Coleman family ever since

What we do

  • Curtains and blinds

    • Made-to-measure curtains and blinds
    • Conservatory blinds
    • Awnings and canopies
    • Blind showrooms and shops
    • Roof blinds
  • Canopies

  • More Services

    • wooden venetian blinds
    • vision blinds
    • roman blinds

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4.9
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Outstanding Customer Service
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Having never heard or dealt with Barlow blinds before I was a little hesitant to use somebody for my project whom I found on the internet. From my initial enquiry, where I chatted with the receptionist, to the surveyor who came out and measured for the blinds and finally, the installers who attended and professionally fitted the blinds. The whole experience from start to finish has been nothing but exceptional. I cannot tell you how pleased I am with the service I received. I’ve been working to a dead line which I shared with the receptionist - the company went out of their way to make sure the products were installed in the timeframe specified. The product is fantastic and they are one of the best companies I have dealt with in a long while. I would like to pass on my thanks and gratitude to all the staff. I will certainly be spreading the Barlow name to my colleagues in the industry. Many thanks for a job well done.
Customer in Leicestershire Posted on 27/05/2021 , work completed 21/05/2021
The trader replied (on 29/05/2021)
Thank you very much for leaving your fantastic review. We know how stressful deadlines can be so we work really hard to make sure the installation of the blinds is as straight forward and stress free as possible. I've past on your comments to everyone involved in your job. Thank you again this has made my day. Phil Coleman Managing Director
Another good job
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We have been using Barlow Blind since 2013 and the standard of the work and the material used are more than acceptable. I can thoroughly recommend them.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 11/03/2021 , work completed 24/02/2021
The trader replied (on 11/03/2021)
Thank you very much for coming back and using us again. Your feedback is great, thank you for taking the time to leave it. We set high standards and it's really nice to know that we are hitting the same standards as we did 8 years ago. Thanks again. Phil Coleman Managing Director.
Great service; great product
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I had three replacement window/patio door vertical blinds including the tracks. While there was a slight fault with one on the blinds it was identified by the fitter and replaced with no fuss. Everyone I came into contact with from visiting the showroom to the guys fitting the blinds was extremely helpful and courteous. I am really pleased with the blinds which I felt were good value for money. I would have no hesitation in using Barlow Blinds again and have recommended them to members of my family.
Customer in Leicestershire Posted on 24/02/2021 , work completed 18/02/2021
The trader replied (on 24/02/2021)
Thank you very much for leaving your review. Its good to hear the fitters are checking everything and getting everything working perfectly. I will pass on your comments to the fitters and the showroom staff. Thanks again Phil Coleman Managing Director
Great Work
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I am so happy with Barlow service! I had not one, but 3 terrible experiences before with different companies, so I am happy to finally have my gorgeous motorised blinds on! Thank you Barlow Team!
Customer in Leicestershire Posted on 17/02/2021 , work completed 10/02/2021
The trader replied (on 17/02/2021)
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave your feedback. Really glad you like your new blinds and that we have managed to restore your faith in the blind trade. I will share your comments with the team tomorrow. Thanks again. Phil Coleman Managing Director.
5 star service
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My awning just needed the fabric replacing. It's quite hard to find a company that will do this, as most want to sell you a completely new package, but Barlows were happy to take it on. They turned up on time for the initial appt and quote. We agreed on a price and they came and took the awning to their workshop. It's operated by an electric motor and they serviced the motor and replaced the fabric. They even installed a small junction box on the outside wall. When they returned with the awning there was a small error and they took it back to their workshop immediately and rectified it. I wasn't able to be at home when they wanted to return it because my husband was in hospital so they offered to keep the awning until it was convenient for me. At all times the staff were knowledgeable, efficient, friendly, polite and punctual. Nothing was too much trouble. My awning is now in place and working well and I would recommend Barlows to anyone.
Customer in Leicestershire Posted on 29/02/2020 , work completed 25/02/2020
Great service
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Had Venetian blinds fitted to several windows. Service was great from the first contact in the shop through to fitting. The only thing I would say is that it would be good if the office staff had more knowledge of the products so they were able to answer minor queries. The blinds were a reasonable price, were fitted before the estimated time and we are very pleased with them.
Customer in Leicestershire Posted on 19/02/2020 , work completed 10/02/2020
The trader replied (on 21/02/2020)
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave your review, and for the really nice comments you have made. I'm really sorry that we were unable to answer your questions over the phone. I would really like to know more information so I could look into any extra training that needs to be put in place. Thank you again for your review and sorry there were aspects of our service that were not as good as they should be. Phil Coleman Managing Director
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Barlow Blinds installed 3 Luxaflex blinds, 2 mororised and one Lite glide. The quote was competitive. The whole process was thoroughly professional from first survey and quotation to the fitting. Everything was done to a pre-agreed date and time-slot. The fitting in particular was mess free with all packaging materials removed on completion. Blind operation was demonstrated on completion. Based on my experience I would not hesitate to recommend Barlow Blinds to anyone. Excellent customer service.
Customer in Leicestershire Posted on 23/12/2019 , work completed 13/12/2019
Brilliant! Efficient, good value and no hard sell
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This company were half the price of others that I asked for a quote! They were quiet, efficient and there was no ‘wide boy’ hard sell . When they fitted my blinds, they took down and took away all the old stuff, they were clean and tidy and worked quickly and quietly. The blinds look great. Really good job Barlow Blinds Thank you!
Customer in Leicestershire Posted on 23/11/2019 , work completed 15/11/2019
Blinds installation
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Having visited the showroom and selected what we wanted, the surveyor arrived on time and took us through the selection and then measured up and provided us a quotation. On the day of the installation two guys came and carried out the work efficiently and also cleared up upon completion. We would have no hesitation in recommending Barlow Blinds to anyone looking.
Customer in Leicestershire Posted on 12/11/2019 , work completed 08/11/2019
Very polite
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Barlow's Blind's Fitter's came on 25-7-2019. They were the two nicest men you would want in your home, very polite and got straight on with putting all my blinds up. They are really nice blinds and I have recommended them to all my family and friends. I've even had neighbours saying how nice they look. Thanking you all so much, I wish I had them years ago.
Sheila, Leicestershire Posted on 25/07/2019 , work completed 25/07/2019
The trader replied (on 08/08/2019)
Thank you so much for your review Sheila. I will pass your kind words on to our fitters. Thank you again. Phil Coleman, Managing Director