The office is a place where you want employees to thrive, and work to the best of their ability. While you may think office blinds are nothing more than decorational, they offer a lot more practicality than you may have thought. In today’s blog post, we’re going to discuss the importance of office blinds, both in terms of decoration and practicality. Read on to learn more. 

So How Is Light Measured?

Before we get onto how blinds can help, let’s first look at how light is actually measured. To put it simply, light is measured in units of LUX – which equal to one lumen per square metre. In an average office, you want to aim for around 500 LUX for your lighting. To compare this to a sunny day, you could receive up to 120,000 LUX pouring through your windows, and up to 2,000 LUX on just an overcast day. This proves the importance of blinds when regulating light in the office and improving the workflow of your employees. 

So Why Is It So Important To Regulate Light In An Office Environment?

When decorating your office, looking at blinds may come low on the list of priorities. But the use of windows gives workers a view of the outside world and helps flood the room with natural light. With this comes increased productivity, as over the years studies have medically proven that exposure to light sources gives not only improved productivity but also better workplace performance. On the other hand, too much light can make the office warm and muggy, which can affect performance as employees feel sleepy and less inclined to work. Not only that, but blinds for offices can also control potential glares – a problem that most computer users will find distracting. This happens because a lot of desktop monitors use a low light source to function, so as soon as a stronger light source hits it, it produces a glare. 

What Else Can Blinds Do For My Business?

Aside from protecting and helping your employees, blinds can also offer a way to advertise your business and show uniformity. For example, if you work on a busy high street, there’s a lot of guaranteed foot traffic to be walking by your office. By opting for branded office blinds, you can emblazon your blinds with your company logo and name to show people walking by who you are. Not only this, but it can then also help deter potential burglars from breaking in, as they can’t see the contents of your office. 

What Blinds Would Be Right For My Office?

There are a multitude of blinds available, and some may wonder where do I even start? Below are some of the blinds we offer, and the pros of each of them. Each of these can be custom made with your company logo to suit your business, and help you stand out from the crowd. 

Motorised Office Blinds

Also known as ‘electric blinds’ these motorised office window blinds offer the main benefits of a normal blind, but also convenience. At the touch of a button, you can take control of your blinds and position them exactly where you want them to to allow for an optimal light source. They’re also made with UV protection as standard, so you don’t have to worry about the sun damaging furniture or products within your office.

They also make the the perfect choice for high windows that may be difficult to reach, and they can be integrated with a timer so they automatically shut and open when you want them to. 

Digitally Printed Roller Blinds

Digital roller blinds offer a cheaper option, as they are more affordable than other choices. Besides being easy to install, they’re also long lasting and are a low maintenance option for your office. These can be made with a variety of fabrics depending on your needs, from blackout office blinds to screen blinds.

Coloured Printed Blinds

Take your business to the next level with coloured office blinds. By matching the colour of your blind to the company logo, you can give a complete and organised look to your windows. By using Pantones to colour match, we can ensure the perfect colour is chosen for you. 

Thanks for reading!

We appreciate you taking the time to read this post, and hope it has helped you to understand the importance of office blinds. If you have any further questions, you can contact us via email or by phone.