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Velux Skylight Blinds,Genuine, Made-to-Measure,Fitted to Every Roof Window.
Genuine Velux blinds in blackout, pleated and roller styles, manual or motorised, supplied and fitted across Greater Manchester and Yorkshire. Solar-powered options for loft conversions where mains cabling isn't an option.
Why customers book
5★ rated · Genuine Velux blinds · Manual & motorised · Solar option · Free home survey
Styles
Blackout · Pleated · Roller · Awning
Operation
Manual · Motorised · Solar
Lead time
2–4 weeks typical
Motor warranty
3-year on genuine Velux motors
Insurance
Fully insured £2m PL
Overview
Straight answers before you commit.
What it is
Velux skylight blinds are made-to-measure blinds designed for the exact dimensions of your Velux roof window. Genuine Velux blinds clip into pre-cut slots in the window frame so the blind sits flush, runs in side channels and stays put at any angle, even on a steep pitch.
Who it suits
Velux blinds suit loft conversions, primary bedrooms in the eaves, kitchen extensions with rooflights, bathrooms with roof glazing, and any room with a Velux window where light, heat or privacy needs proper control.
When to choose it
Specify Velux blinds during a loft conversion, kitchen extension or rooflight upgrade, or when an existing room has Velux windows letting in too much summer heat or early-morning light.
Why the survey matters
Generic 'fits Velux' blinds from online suppliers rarely match the window's exact GGL/MK code, slip in their channels and let light leak down the sides. Genuine Velux blinds, fitted to the correct model code, sit perfectly and last as long as the window.
Here's an example of Velux fittings
Velux fittings
A recent Velux blind fitting showing a clean, made-to-measure finish across multiple roof windows.
What happens when it's done badly
The cost of cutting corners.
Skylight blinds are the easiest blind to get wrong, because the window is overhead and the failures aren't visible until the first hot summer or dark winter morning.
Risks & consequences
- Generic skylight blinds sized to nearest-50mm leave 10–25mm gaps either side, light and heat leak straight in.
- Cheap motors stall on steep pitches and overheat under solar gain, failing inside 18 months.
- Battery blinds on hard-to-reach Velux become useless once the batteries die, full disassembly to change.
- Blackout blinds fitted without side channels never deliver true blackout, defeating the point in a bedroom.
Common mistakes
- Ordering by 'rough size' rather than the Velux model code (e.g. GGL MK04) printed on the window frame.
- Choosing battery operation for high-level rooflights when solar would be fit-and-forget.
- Skipping blackout for an east-facing primary bedroom Velux, then waking at 04:30 in June.
- Mixing third-party blinds with genuine Velux motors, the warranty falls between the two suppliers.
Our process
Five steps,
no surprises.
- 01
Survey & code check
Jake records the Velux model code on every window so the blinds are matched to the exact frame, not a 'fits most' approximation.
- 02
Style & power choice
Blackout, pleated, roller or awning chosen per window, with manual, motorised or solar operation matched to height and usage.
- 03
Genuine Velux order
Blinds ordered directly from Velux to match the model code, typically delivered within 2–3 weeks.
- 04
Installation
Clean fit by our own team, including motor commissioning and pairing to Velux App Control if motorised. Most homes finished in 1 day.
- 05
Setup & handover
Schedules and remote control configured in front of you, aftercare card with motor model and warranty details left on site.
Benefits
What you actually get.
Genuine Velux fit
Clips into pre-cut slots in the Velux frame, no gaps, no slip, no light leak down the sides.
True blackout option
Side channels on blackout blinds give full blackout, essential for east-facing bedroom Velux in summer.
Cuts summer heat gain
Awning and pleated blinds fitted externally or internally cut solar gain by up to 76%, measurable in a loft conversion.
Solar-powered option
Discreet solar panel trickle-charges the motor, perfect for high or hard-to-reach Velux where mains cabling isn't possible.
App and remote control
Genuine Velux motors integrate with Velux App Control, Alexa, Google Home and Apple HomeKit for app, voice and scheduled control.
Long warranty
3-year manufacturer warranty on genuine Velux motors and blinds, plus our own workmanship guarantee on the install.
Specification detail
The detail
most installers skip.
Velux blinds are a small range, but the choice of style and operation makes a big difference to the room. The biggest decision is between blackout, pleated and roller, then between manual, motorised and solar.
Materials
Blackout (DKL / DML / DSL)
Side-channel blackout blinds, the right choice for any bedroom with a Velux. Manual, motorised or solar variants.
Pleated (FHL / FMK / FSK)
Soft pleated fabrics that diffuse light, ideal for living spaces, kitchens and bathrooms where blackout isn't needed.
Roller (RFL / RML / RSL)
Translucent roller fabrics for general light control and privacy, the most cost-effective Velux blind.
Awning (MHL / MML / MSL)
External awning blinds that cut solar gain before it hits the glass, the best heat-control option for south-facing rooflights.
Venetian (PAL)
Aluminium Venetian slats for kitchens, bathrooms and utility rooms where moisture rules out fabric blinds.
Methods & engineering
Manual operation
Pull-bar or telescopic rod, the simplest and cheapest option for reachable Velux.
Motorised (mains)
Hardwired 24v motors for high-use blinds where a mains feed is available. Quiet and reliable.
Solar-powered
Discreet solar panel charges the motor, no wiring needed, perfect for loft conversions and hard-to-reach rooflights.
Velux App Control
Pair motorised blinds to the Velux Gateway for app, voice and scheduled control via Alexa, Google Home and Apple HomeKit.
Variations we offer
- Blackout Velux blinds (manual, motorised, solar).
- Pleated Velux blinds (manual, motorised, solar).
- Roller Velux blinds (manual, motorised, solar).
- External awning Velux blinds for summer heat control.
- Aluminium Venetian for Velux in bathrooms and utility rooms.
- Solar-powered blackout for east-facing primary bedroom Velux.
Where it applies
- Loft conversions with multiple Velux roof windows.
- Primary bedrooms in the eaves needing true blackout.
- Kitchen and dining extensions with rooflights letting in solar gain.
- Bathrooms and en-suites with Velux for ventilation.
- High-level Velux in stairwells and double-height rooms.
- South-facing rooms needing external awning for summer heat control.
Residential vs commercial
Residential Velux focuses on blackout, comfort and smart-home integration. Commercial Velux installs (schools, healthcare, hospitality) add BS 5867 FR fabrics and BMS-integrated motor groups for energy management.
FAQs
Your questions, answered.
Do you fit genuine Velux blinds?+
Yes, every blind we supply for a Velux roof window is a genuine Velux blind, ordered against your window's model code so the fit is perfect and the warranty intact.
How do I know which Velux model I have?+
Open the window and look at the top of the frame, you'll see a model code such as GGL MK04 or GGU SK06. Send us a photo and we'll do the rest. Jake also checks every code at survey.
What's the difference between manual, motorised and solar?+
Manual uses a pull-bar or telescopic rod, motorised is hardwired or battery, solar uses a discreet solar panel on the window to trickle-charge the motor. Solar is the most popular for hard-to-reach loft Velux.
Can I get true blackout?+
Yes, genuine Velux blackout blinds run in side channels for full blackout, ideal for primary bedrooms in loft conversions where dawn light would otherwise wake you in summer.
Will Velux blinds reduce summer heat?+
Yes, internal pleated and blackout blinds reduce heat gain noticeably. External awning blinds (MHL/MML/MSL) cut solar gain by up to 76%, the right answer for south-facing loft conversions.
Do Velux blinds work with Alexa or Google Home?+
Yes, motorised and solar Velux blinds paired to the Velux Gateway integrate with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Apple HomeKit for app, voice and scheduled control.
How much do Velux blinds cost?+
Most Velux blinds fall between £140 and £360 per window fully fitted, depending on style and operation. Motorised and solar blackout sits at the upper end; manual rollers at the lower.
How long does it take?+
Most orders are surveyed, supplied and fitted within 2–4 weeks. Larger loft-conversion projects with multiple Velux are scheduled to complete in a single visit.
What guarantee do you offer?+
3-year manufacturer warranty on genuine Velux blinds and motors, plus our own workmanship guarantee on the fitting.
Which areas do you cover?+
Rochdale, Oldham, Littleborough, Norden, Manchester, Bolton, Bury, Sheffield, Liverpool and West Yorkshire.
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Areas we cover
Rochdale, Oldham, Littleborough, Norden, Manchester, Bolton, Bury, Sheffield, Liverpool and across West Yorkshire. Outside that area? Call us for larger projects.
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