UK Stockists for Vertical Honeycomb Blinds for Patio Doors?
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8 years ago
Does anyone know of UK stockists for the Duette Vertiglide honeycomb style energy efficient blinds, that would slide vertically from side to side across a patio door?
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Amy Burnett
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