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Duette® skylight and roof lantern blinds

Duette® window blinds are a neat solution for skylights and roof lanterns, offering complete control over the natural light entering a room. A wide choice of fabrics helps you make the most of these feature windows, while the innovative honeycomb design works to reduce heat loss.

Light blue Duette® skylight and roof lantern blinds in a modern and spacious bathroom

Benefits of Duette® skylight and roof lantern blinds

  • Improved insulation :The unique honeycomb structure of Duette® blinds can reduce heat loss by up to 55%. Clever air pockets in the fabric provide extra insulation in winter and help keep rooms cooler in summer. 
  • Provide light control: Choose from sheer fabrics to soften glare and diffuse daylight, or dim-out options in spaces where you want to block more light. Blackout designs are the most popular choice for bedroom skylights. 
  • Custom fit: Duette® skylight and roof lantern blinds are made-to-measure, so they fit almost any window shape or size. The blinds are ideal for large expanses of glass, distinctive feature windows, and even unusual designs.
  • Smart electric operation: Electric operation is ideal for hard-to-reach skylights and roof lanterns. Control your blinds with a remote or upgrade to smart operation to use voice commands with a Somfy hub and your smart home system. 

How it works

  • Hillarys contact center consultant smiling warmly while talking to a customer

    Step 1: Book an appointment

    After requesting a no-obligation appointment, you will be contacted by our partner, Hillarys.

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    Hillarys' advisor consulting a customer in their home

    Step 2: Appointment day

    Your local Hillarys advisor will come to your home, share a gorgeous range of Duette® fabrics, measure up, and provide a quote.

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    Duette® honeycomb blinds in the making

    Step 3: Production

    The Hillarys team will get to work creating your beautiful new blinds, in your chosen fabric.

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    Installation of white Duette® honeycomb blinds

    Step 4: Installation day

    Your Hillarys advisor will return to fit your made-to-measure Duette® blinds, for a spot on finish. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do skylight blinds work?

Thermal skylight blinds and loft blinds are an excellent way to control light ingress and glare through the glass in a roof. They really cover all bases. A sheer fabric will softly diffuse the sunlight, while a blackout fabric is ideal for a bedroom. The clever cellular structure of Duette® roof blinds can even help to keep the space warm in winter and cool in summer. Skylight blinds are easily operated using a wand, providing the desired amount of shade in your room.

How do you open and close skylight blinds?

Duette® skylight blinds are operated using a wand. Open the blind to let lots of lovely light in. Close it to prevent glare, supply the desired amount of shade, or provide a complete blackout. The fixed wire-free wand operation is convenient for hard-to-reach windows and is child-safe by design, as there are no hanging cords. Duette® electric blinds are not compatible with skylight windows.

How do you open and close roof lantern blinds?

Duette® thermal roof lantern blinds are wand-operated as standard. For ultimate convenience, you can upgrade to electric roof lantern blinds, powered by Somfy. Battery-powered electric blinds can be remote-controlled, set up with a mobile phone, or even voice-controlled using a smart hub. At your in-home appointment, your design consultant will provide extra support. They will cover the best roof lantern blind technology to suit your room, based on your requirements.

Can you buy skylight blinds and roof lantern blinds in unusual sizes?

Duette® skylight blinds and roof blinds can be made to fit almost every shape of window, as they are custom-made for the perfect finish every time. Beautifully bespoke blinds are the ideal choice if you have a large glass expanse that you're not sure what to do with. At your in-home appointment, your design consultant can recommend a roof lantern blind or skylight blind tailored to your needs.

Will a skylight or roof lantern blind turn yellow over time with the sun?

Duette® blinds are made from premium quality materials for a long-lasting finish after installation. Duette® fabrics are made from UV-stabilised polymers, the highest grade of polyester available. This means that the colour of a Duette® skylight or roof lantern blind will last longer than the colour of Pleated blinds for skylights or lantern roofs made from lower-quality materials. Inferior fabrics may fade or turn yellow over time.

How do you clean skylight blinds?

The good news is that Duette® blind fabrics are electrostatically impregnated, which helps to prevent dust from settling. If you wish to clean your skylight blind from time to time following installation, the easiest way to do this is with the soft brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner, designed for furnishings and upholstery. A feather duster that extends to the ceiling is suitable as well. You can also use a damp cloth on the fabric, being mindful not to press too hard on the Pleated blinds.

  • In partnership with Hillarys - trusted for over 50 years

  • Made-to-measure designs for beautiful spaces

  • Energy-efficient blinds that reduce heat loss

  • Effortless operation with smart electric options