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The Flooring Show Harrogate 17-19 September
SHOW GUIDE
Tropicana Apple Mojito vertical blind
Lina Spring Mist Perfect Fit cellular blind
Farrah Citrine roller blind
Estella Citrus roller blind
Windows of opportunity Rol-lite Blinds returns to Harrogate Rol-lite Blinds has manufactured made to measure blinds since 1973. Much has changed over those 44 years of trading, from no-drill systems to blinds that operate from your mobile phone, the choices available for the home owner are vast. Innovation is echoed in the manufacturing side of the business, where each workstation has its own touchscreen giving detailed product requirements and on/off job scanning. The latest and safest in aluminium and fabric cutting technology is prevalent, allowing for a responsible approach to manufacturing. Light rigs and stringent quality control checks are in place to ensure products are manufactured to high standards. Rol-lite has an in-house technical support team to assist with any technical or surveying issues as well as a field based team of area managers. ‘With the increased popularity of motorised
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blinds and home automation, never before has this support aspect of the business been so crucial. This technical support helps to reinforce a strong relationship with their customers and ensure that they are confident in offering higher-end products,’ says Paul Swanson, Rol-lite marketing manager. ‘Window blinds offer a fantastic opportunity to generate extra revenue for flooring companies as there is no stock holding involved. Sample books and display blinds are also relatively inexpensive, which limits the financial risk involved. Many home owners refresh their window furnishings at a similar time to changing their carpets or flooring, so why turn down the opportunity of an additional order,’ says Swanson. This will be the third consecutive year Rol-lite has exhibited at the show. Visit: www.rol-lite.co.uk