As we welcome the new year, we’d like to take a moment to reflect on our most important innovations. At Inside, we’re always on the move! Over the past few years, we’ve introduced some exciting developments that remain highly relevant today. In this publication, we’ve compiled all the innovations designed to give your sales process a significant boost. Plus, we’re giving you an exclusive sneak peek at what 2025 has in store — because there’s plenty of exciting things on the horizon.
We can’t wait to shine together in the coming year!
Team Inside
A look back
New fabrics and collections
Over the past few years, we’ve launched numerous collections that we are incredibly proud of. From Ecolove, crafted entirely from recycled fabrics, to Colorshield, offering 100% UV protection. Each of these collections features unique characteristics that serve as valuable assets for your sales process.
Ecolove (available since 2023)
Stylish & sustainable
As a company, we are deeply aware of our impact on the planet. That’s why we take numerous initiatives to minimize it, and this recycled fabric collection is a prime example. Ecolove is characterized by its soft, trendy colors and diverse textures. From fine or textured voiles to in-betweens or fully closed fabrics, this collection offers something for everyone, all while embracing a green vision for the future.The yarns are recycled from used PET bottles collected from the ocean or land. In summary, Ecolove is a stylish collection with a heart for the planet.
Colorshield (available since 2023)
UV protection for long-lasting beauty
Experience the ultimate blend of comfort, durability, and style with our in-house developed UV-resistant fabrics. These fabrics offer your customers maximum protection against extreme sunlight and weather conditions while ensuring optimal color fastness. The best part? They feature a natural look and feel that’s almost indistinguishable from traditional natural fabrics. Whether you’re looking for tightly woven textures, subtle in-betweens, or airy voiles, Colorshield provides a wide selection of structures for a perfect custom solution tailored to your customer’s needs.
Did you know that the beautiful Colorshield fabrics Lumis and Sole are now also available for roller shades?
Craft & nature (available since 2023)
Bring nature indoors
Natural materials have become essential elements in interior design, and with this collection, your customers can now extend this trend to their curtains. Our collection, made from materials such as paper, wood, and jute, is exactly what your customers need to bring a touch of natural beauty into their homes. This extraordinary collection features a range of weaving techniques, from subtle and soft to robust and powerful. The color palette is purposefully neutral, contributing to a serene atmosphere in any interior.
Remy Meijers (available since 2023)
Inside x top designer
Dutch interior designer Remy Meijers is always in search of the perfect balance. His interiors exude both tranquility and tension, drama, and richness to achieve this balance. Discover how he has translated his vision into a new fabric collection for Inside.
Transparency box (available since 2023)
Enchanting versatility
Be surprised by the rich textures and breathtaking variety in our latest Transparency box. This range includes a wide array of styles and structures, from delicate voile to subtle in-betweens and everything in between. Each fabric in this new Transparency box creates a unique dimension of light and privacy.
Roller shade box (available since 2022)
Fabrics full of character
Although it’s been a little while, our new roller shade collection is still 100% relevant. We introduced over 200 new roller shade fabrics that are characterized by their rich textile feel. Thanks to our unique lamination technique, our offering goes far beyond standard roller shade fabrics. Did you know that this also makes it possible to combine Inside roller shades with drapes or roman shades in identical fabrics?
Wood
blinds (available since 2021)
Timeless design, up to 4 meters wide
Another great innovation from the past few years is our new collection of wood blinds. The introduction of this collection opened up even more possibilities for your customers in terms of size, motorization, and color options. We made it possible to create wood blinds up to an impressive 4 meters wide, without finger joints. Additionally, we added extra comfort with motorized options that allow both tilt and lift functionality.
Roman shades in screen fabric
Available at Inside, up to 3 meters wide
Did you know that at Inside, you can get roman shades in screen fabric up to 3 meters wide? Roman shades in screen fabric offer several appealing advantages:
Thermolining (available since 2023)
Superior soundproofing and insulation
One of the newest additions to our lining range is this thermal lining, featuring a meltoned backing that results in excellent insulating and acoustic properties. This means you can offer your customers, alongside Fusion, an alternative, highly insulating option. This thermal lining is available in ecru for both roman shades and drapes.
Roma gaining popularity
Stylish nonchalance
Did you know that roman shades without battens are becoming increasingly popular?
This type of curtain has a more casual and natural look, and thanks to its versatility, it fits perfectly in a variety of interior styles. Many people are now seeking a homey and cozy atmosphere in their interiors, and roman shades without battens align perfectly with this desire due to their stylish nonchalance.
Niiche (available since 2023)
An exclusive Inside collection
We’d like to dedicate a separate page to Niiche, as this exclusive collection is very close to our hearts. Window treatments are key to a stunning interior, but with Niiche, we take it a step further. No detail is overlooked. We strive for perfection and stimulate the senses with exclusive fabrics, refined textures, premium materials, and breathtaking craftsmanship. Our designs embody the essence of luxury, giving interiors an unparalleled look.
Niiche offers a total solution for luxury window treatments:
Sophisticated curtain finishes: perfectly styled to the last detail
For those who appreciate a creative and sophisticated look, Niiche offers unique curtain finishes. With our carefully selected stylish trims, borders, and fringes, you can give your customers’ curtains an extra dimension.
Exclusive fabrics: an exceptional sensory experience
Discover an exclusive world of distinctive fabrics that awaken your senses, from 100% linen to a mix of high-quality, high-end materials. Let yourself be seduced by the abundance of textures, ranging from silky soft to lush and cozy. Each fabric tells its own story, adding a unique emotion to your customer’s interior.
Innovative accessories: the ultimate upgrade for your customers’ window treatments
The unique design and sublime structures of our accessories are exactly what you need to give your customers’ window treatments unseen character. Be amazed by our stunning creations, from remote controls and pendants to bottom bars, brackets, and child safety features.
Exquisite luxury window decoration
Finishing taken to the next level
At Inside, we are constantly looking for ways to make our offerings more attractive and to improve our products, both technically and aesthetically. Over the past few years, we’ve introduced the following innovations.
Design drapery rod (available since 2021)
An essential accessory
Our design drapery rod, with its contemporary triangular shape, fits seamlessly into any interior and will surely appeal to design enthusiasts. Did you know that using a drapery rod extends the lifespan of window treatments by reducing the strain on the fabric? This unique curtain pull is available in matte white, matte black, anodized gray, and bronze. Standard lengths are 100 cm (39 inches), 125 cm (49 inches), and 150 cm (59 inches).
Rave & Rave+ (available since 2022)
New pleats developed by Inside
These new pleats are based on the wave pleat. They were specially designed at the request of customers who love the wave pleat but don’t have enough depth in the curtain box or prefer the curtains to hang closer to the window.
Rave
f Tighter look
f Mounted on regular gliders (KS or DS)
f Available with fullness 1.6, 1.8 or 2
f Head height 80
Rave+
f Voluminous look
f Mounted on wave gliders (wave 80)
f Available with fullness 2.2 or 2.4
f Head height 80
Design
rail Glybeau (available since 2023)
A revolutionary development
With its elegant design, the Glybeau design rail adds an extra dimension to your customers’ window treatments. Its subtle design allows the curtain and rail to become one, making the rail a stylish addition to the interior rather than a distracting element. For a fully customized operation based on your customer’s needs, you can choose between a manual or motorized version.
f Unique wave variant with a twisted motor head, ensuring the curtain flows smoothly without interruptions. f Wave version with click-stop system to fix the first glider for effortless installation.
New end caps for roller shades (available since 2022)
A stylish look guaranteed
For the past couple of years, our roller shades with a concealed bottom bar have been finished with new end caps. These slide easily over the bottom bar and guarantee a stylish appearance. Available in black, gray, white, and cream, the appropriate color is selected to match the chosen fabric.
Twisted motor head for wave
A look back
Focused on innovation
In the competitive window treatment landscape, we strive to stay one step ahead of the competition. With a continuous focus on innovation, we seek solutions that make life easier for you as a dealer and for your customer.
W.E.T. (available since 2021)
Goodbye stains
W.E.T. (Water Elimination Technique) is an exclusive, innovative technology that protects window treatments from moisture and stains. Suitable for roman shades, drapes, panel curtains, and laminated roller shades, and applicable to almost any fabric.
Why is W.E.T. so appealing now?
1. Liquid-repellent & stain-resistant
2. Reduced maintenance
3. Sustainable & eco-friendly
4. Exclusively available at Inside Blinds
Fusion (available since 2022)
Fabrics with integrated lining
At Inside, we like to think a little differently. That’s why we developed Fusion, a collection that seamlessly integrates the lining into the curtain fabric. This ensures an optimal look and, among other things, provides insulation.
3 Energy-saving
3 More affordable than standard lined curtains
3 Flawless look, as the fabric and lining are one
3 Available in various colors and styles: drapes, roman shades, window panels
NFC (available since 2024)
Unprecedented transparency
A few months ago, we introduced a new dimension of transparency with the addition of NFC technology to our products. Since September 2024, every finished Inside product is equipped with an NFC tag. This allows your customer to scan their curtains with their smartphone for detailed product information.
How does it work?
Located at the bottom right of each product is a small chip that can be scanned with a smartphone. The chip is read by an NFC scanner embedded in your phone, typically located at the top of the device, near the camera.
What does this mean for you as a dealer?
Efficiency: No more wasting time searching for product information. One simple scan with the smartphone, and your customer has instant access to all details.
Convenience: Fabric composition, care instructions, and other product info are easy to access. This provides your customer with peace of mind and confidence in their purchase, even years later.
Future-proof: We’re introducing a level of transparency that’s unprecedented in our industry. This is a big step forward toward a future where convenience and speed are at the forefront.
All orders placed since September 2024 come with an NFC tag, whether it’s for drapes, roman shades, roller shades, window panels, or wood blinds.
Discover how it works in this video.
Optimizations that make a difference
At Inside, we focus not only on expanding our product range but also on continuously optimizing our existing products. Only in this way can we guarantee a long lifespan for our products and unparalleled user comfort for both our dealers and end customers. Some of these optimizations are visible in the product’s appearance, but just as often, they are not immediately noticeable to the naked eye. However, they have a significant impact on the quality and functionality of our products.
All cables in the top rail (available since 2021)
Our R&D team developed a new profile with a small integrated cable channel that directs all cables downward into the top rail.
• No visible electrical cables
• No wear on cables from moving parts
Less charging thanks to additional battery (available since 2021)
To reduce the frequency of charging for the lifting system, Inside added an additional battery that offers up to 250% more capacity. This battery clicks onto the top rail and can also be attached to existing motorized lifting systems with a battery.
Somfy motor drive doesn’t detach anymore
(available since 2021)
To prevent the drive from detaching from the Somfy motor, we developed a locking ring at Inside. This is now standard with all models featuring a Somfy Sonesse 40 motor.
No more wear thanks to new spacer (available since 2021)
Thanks to an internally developed spacer for roller shades, the cables are protected from wear caused by the rotation of the spindle. This prevents the risk of short circuits and ensures a long product lifespan. This component is included as standard.
(available since 2021)
Opening between fabric and wall significantly minimized
Our R&D team came up with an ingenious solution that reduces the gap between the fabric of the roller shade and the wall from 35 mm to 19 mm. This is now standard on all motorized Solido roller shades (50 mm – 65 mm – 80 mm – RTS – IO – battery).
Clamping support for effortless recess mount installation
(available since 2023)
The clamping support is specifically designed for recess mount installation and is attached to the sidewall, making installation much more practical. This solution was developed by our R&D team, especially for situations where the top of the window frame does not provide enough strength to secure the support.
OLD NEW
Coupling support (new)
Our R&D team developed a new coupling support that allows you to connect up to three roller shades together. We were able to reduce the gap between the fabrics to a minimal 20 millimeters, further enhancing privacy. An additional advantage of this coupling support? You can save up to two motors, as you can control two or three roller shades with just one motor. Moreover, the adjustment of the lower bars between the shades remains possible through this coupling support.
Additional tube diameter 38 mm/1.5 inch (available since 2023)
Depending on the desired size of the roller shade, various tube diameters are available. For smaller sizes, a 38 mm tube diameter is also available.
By the way, in 2023 we also added a new color to the range of our roller shade systems. In addition to white, gray, and black, the color cream has been added.
Wave pleat precursor (new)
With precursor
Without precursor
For the motorized wave pleat, we developed a new component that ensures the curtain falls more beautifully. This new part consists of a small arm that attaches to the wave return glider and ensures that the last pleat flows smoothly to the back of the curtain.
Sliding profile for window panels (available since 2023)
Coated fabrics can be perfectly processed as panel curtains without compromising on appearance. As an alternative to velcro, we at Inside developed a special sliding profile. The fabrics are effortlessly slid into this profile, providing a sleek and flawless look. This development combines both aesthetics and functionality for a great user experience.
Finesse 24V home automation (new)
In addition to the already existing Finesse 12V battery and 230V transformer, there is now also a Finesse 24V motor specifically designed for connection to a home automation system.
The Arc (available since 2023)
The Arc forms a bridge next to the window or door handle, preventing the roman shade from getting caught when being pulled up. The roman shade smoothly glides along The Arc, ensuring that hooks stay securely in place and that the fabric doesn’t tear. Completely unique on the market and exclusively available at Inside.
f Available in 3 sizes: small, medium, large
f Available in 4 stylish colors: black, white, bronze, gray
A look back
Smart home, smart life
Imagine your customers being able to make their smart home function in perfect harmony. All devices seamlessly communicate with each other. The smart alarm clock is synced with the curtains and the coffee machine, so they wake up not only with a streak of morning sun but also with a freshly brewed cup of coffee. The thermostat detects when the house is getting too warm, and the curtains automatically close to block the sun, while the air conditioning is set to a low level for cooling.
Eve Motionblinds (available since 2024)
Offer your customers the future of smart living with Eve Motionblinds. Thanks to Matter – a protocol developed by some giants in the tech industry – the motors can directly communicate with Apple HomeKit, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, and Alexa, without the need for a bridge. Installation is simple, and with just one tap on their smartphone, your customers can control light levels and privacy. A future-proof solution for any modern smart home.
3 Easy and quick installation
3 First motors on the market with Thread and Matter support
3 Add directly to the smart home platform without an individual bridge
3 Control multiple smart devices via a single operating system
Somfy & Zigbee 3.0 (soon available)
With the Zigbee 3.0 protocol integrated into Somfy motors, you can offer your customers a robust and reliable smart home solution. The mesh network ensures flawless communication between devices, and with a bridge like the TaHoma Switch, they can easily integrate multiple systems. Zigbee provides flexibility and reliability for an extensive smart home network.
3 Easy and quick installation
3 Established and universal technology
3 Adding a bridge (such as TaHoma Switch) increases flexibility and possibilities
3 Multi-brand compatibility
3 Control and adjust various smart devices via a single operating system
3 More options for post-sales service
A look back
A comprehensive online range
In recent years, we have made significant strides not only offline but also online. We launched the online ordering module, the dealer website, and the Inside butler. Each of these tools was developed to provide you, as a dealer, with the best possible support.
Online ordering module (available since 2021)
Easy and quick ordering
With our online ordering module, you can place orders easily and efficiently.
The benefits:
3 Minimal time investment: placing an order via the online ordering module takes only 10 seconds of your time.
3 Quick processing: by ordering online, you reduce the number of intermediate steps, meaning your order enters production faster.
3 Reduced risk of errors: fewer steps also means less chance of mistakes.
If you still want to consult our standard price list, you can always find the most recent version in the online ordering module.
Dealer website (available since 2022)
All your marketing materials at your fingertips
On our dealer website, you will find everything you need to support your marketing efforts:
3 Image and video materials: download the latest visuals and videos for your own promotion.
3 Social media posts: we create social media posts for you, ready to use.
3 Brochures: our brochures are available for digital download via the dealer website.
3 Mailings: revisit all our sent mailings through the dealer website.
In short, with this tool, you always have the right content at your fingertips to optimally inform your customers.
Inside butler (available since 2024)
Your digital assistant for daily questions
Our Inside butler is designed to assist you with various practical questions and challenges:
3 Short, step-by-step videos: our experts answer questions like “How do I reset my motor?” and “How do I replace a chain on a roman shade?” with helpful videos.
3 Available 24/7: quickly find answers to frequently asked questions, whenever it suits you.
The Inside butler helps you with practical solutions for the daily challenges you face as a dealer.
Sustainable decisions
Sustainability has been an important theme for years. What once started as a trend, has now, rightfully, become a standard. Consumers are increasingly valuing sustainability and are more conscious of the origin of the products they purchase. At Inside, sustainability is deeply embedded in our production process and daily operations. We take many measures, often without you as a dealer even realizing it, to offer your customers a sustainable product.
3 More efficient transport and shorter delivery times thanks to our local production.
3 Energy-efficient production facilities powered by solar panels, heat pumps, and batteries.
3 Use of sustainable raw materials, such as OEKO-TEX-certified fabrics.
3 Eco-friendly customer visits through our electric and hybrid vehicle fleet.
3 Strict sustainability tests for new developments, ensuring our window coverings meet the highest standards.
3 No mass production, but custom-made products with a minimal ecological footprint, partly thanks to 3D-printed components.
New buildings
In recent years, we have undergone significant internal changes. Early in 2023, we moved into a new production facility, adding an extra 5,000 m² (54 000 sq ft) of production space. This expansion enables us to serve our customers even better and provides more room for the development and optimization of our products.
The year 2024 also started with an important step. In January, our offices relocated to a new site, complete with a spacious showroom. Our new headquarters and showroom are located close to the production facility, but this new location offers much more space for our administrative services and for welcoming our customers and partners.
Would you, as a dealer, like to visit our showroom or bring your customers along? You can make an appointment via info@insideblinds.com.
Both of these changes mark a crucial step in our growth, and we are excited about the opportunities they will bring in the coming years.
Looking ahead
New developments to expect in 2025
2025 is already shaping up to be a year full of exciting new products and innovations. We are currently working on some fantastic developments, and we’re happy to give you an exclusive sneak peek. More details will follow throughout the year, but here’s a glimpse at what’s to come:
Zigbee 3.0
We’re adding a robust and reliable motorization network to our smart home lineup with Zigbee 3.0. This feature will be compatible with a wide range of products, including drapes, roman shades, roller shades, and wood blinds.
Magnetic plug charging
In 2025, we will make charging Inside, Eve, and Zigbee motors easier with a magnetic plug system. This innovation will simplify the charging process and help prevent damage when customers plug in their chargers.
Solar cell for Inside motors
We’re particularly excited to introduce a game-changing innovation: the solar cell for Inside motors. Until now, it was impossible to charge indoor products with solar energy, but we’ve developed a solar cell that only requires light to operate — meaning it can even function on the north side of a building.
New collection of wood blinds
Not only are we bringing technical innovations, but we are also refreshing our collections. In 2025, we’ll launch a brand-new and extensive collection of wood blinds, featuring over 200 new colors. Additionally, the slat widths will be expanded, offering a choice of 25, 35, 50, 70, or 90 mm.
New and improved fabric display
We’re working hard to make our fabric collection more user-friendly for you as a dealer. The new collection will be organized by fabric type, color, or price group, according to your preferences. Additionally, we are ensuring that it will be easy to carry with you to demonstrate the fabrics to customers on-site.
Additional roller shade tube diameter
In addition to the 38 mm tube diameter that we introduced a couple of years ago, we will soon be adding an extra system to our roller shade range. This new system will feature smaller supports and a 30 mm tube, making it ideal for smaller installations.
Glybeau with corner option
Our design rail Glybeau will soon be available with corner options, offering a smooth and stylish result even in corners. Multiple degrees of angles will be available.
In short, there’s a lot to look forward to in 2025. Be sure to keep an eye on our communication channels to stay informed about all of these upcoming innovations!
Thank YOU for an amazing partnership, year after year!
