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Electric Roller Blinds (Battery Operated)

Martin Conneally

4 years ago

Hi I looking into having some electric roller blinds which would be battery operated for 2 sets of bi-fold doors. Each set is 2.8m - so options are 3 at just over 90cms each or 1 at 180cm and one at 100cm.

Just wondered if anyone had any recommended suppliers or first hand experience they could share on these products? Thanks

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At No 19
4 years ago
If your bifold doors have a ‘passing door’ you would have more flexibility with 3 x 90cm at each set of doors. If not 1 x 280cm. Take a look at Luxaflex roller blinds operated with Powerview. They are not the least expensive on the market, but there’s a reason for that, the quality is superb, and with a 5 year parts warranty for extra peace of mind.
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