Who We Are

Staffordshire based specialists

Welcome to Barnes Window Blinds, a proud family-run business based in Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent, serving the local community and surrounding areas for over 100 years.

Founded in 1919, Barnes Window Blinds began with a simple mission: to provide high-quality, beautifully crafted window blinds with a personal touch. Now into our fourth generation, that same dedication continues — combining traditional values with modern design and innovation.

Areas largest showroom

 

We’re proud to house one of the largest dedicated window blinds showrooms in the country — right here in Kidsgrove. Spanning an extensive display area and FREE parking, our showroom showcases:

  • All types of window blinds (roller, vertical, venetian, roman, day & night, perfect fit, motorised & more)

  • Premium shutters

  • Made-to-measure curtains

  • Stylish and functional patio awnings

 

Whether you’re looking to browse at your leisure or want expert guidance, our showroom gives you the chance to see, feel, and compare every option before you buy — something online shopping simply can’t match.

Over 100 Years of Blinds Expertise

 

Barnes Window Blinds has been a trusted name in window coverings for over a century. Since 1919, our family business has provided high-quality blinds in Staffordshire and surrounding areas, earning a reputation for reliability, service, and craftsmanship.

With the fourth generation of the Barnes family now leading the way, we continue to blend timeless values with modern innovation — ensuring our customers always get the best of both worlds. Over the decades, we’ve seen trends change, technology evolve, and homes transform — and we’ve evolved right along with them.

Despite the changes, one thing remains constant: our commitment to honest craftsmanship, reliable service, and family values.

Our Showrooms

Visit our staffordshire showroom

At Barnes Window Blinds, we don’t just sell blinds – we showcase them. Our state-of-the-art showroom in Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent, is one of the largest dedicated window blinds showrooms in the UK, offering an unrivalled space to explore blinds, shutters, curtains, and patio awnings all under one roof.

Whether you’re looking for blinds in Stoke-on-Trent, blinds in Staffordshire, or simply want to explore what’s available, our showroom gives you the chance to see, touch, and compare every style, fabric, and fitting in a relaxed, inspiring environment.

Our showroom isn’t just large — it’s staffed by a team of highly experienced window furnishing experts who are here to help you make the right choice for your home or business. You’ll always receive honest, helpful advice with no pressure — just decades of experience, at your service. Come and experience why we’re the first choice for blinds in Stoke-on-Trent and blinds across Staffordshire. Whether it’s your first home or your forever home, our showroom is the perfect place to get inspired.

Visit the Kidsgrove Showroom

Our service

Quality craftsmanship with attention to detail

For over 65 years our business has been a success because we recognise our customers want expert advice in choosing and fitting great quality made-to-measure blinds at very competitive prices.

Providing excellent customer service

From the person who picks up the phone or greets you in one of our showrooms to the advisor who visits your home, we pride ourselves on creating the best possible customer experience from start to finish.

Quality and workmanship

We focus on providing value and have an excellent reputation for our quality service and workmanship when fitting the blinds.

We manufacture the majority of our blinds at our factory in Kidsgrove; to ensure quality whilst offering a quick turnaround for those times when you need your blind super quick!

Reviews

We love hearing from our customers on the experience you have had with us, good or bad, so we can keep on improving our products and service.

The perfect fit

“Thank you to your staff and the blind fitter for the care and attention we received when buying our venetian blind. I am very pleased with the blind we chose and the choice of colours. Thanks”

 

–Mrs Chadwick, Kidsgrove

Friendly & efficient

“I’d just like to say how pleased i am with my vertical blind. It has been an absolute pleasure to deal with such a friendly efficient company. Thank you”

 

–Mr Slater, Nantwich

Excellent service overall

“I am very pleased with the service from coming into the showroom, to phone calls to having the blinds fitted. Thank you.”

 

–Mrs Alcock, Meir Heath

Magnificent range of blinds

“The service I received from Barnes Blinds was second to none – and the roller blinds look awesome in our conservatory, they really finish it off. Thanks!”

 

–Mrs Poole, Hanley

FAQ’s

Our most popular questions

Fill in the simple to follow instructions on our book an appointment page and one of our advisors will be in touch to confirm a time and date that best suits you. Alternatively you can call us on 01782 771 117.

All of our measure appointments are FREE of charge.

Yes you can cancel your appointment by e-mailing appointments@barnesblinds.co.uk or calling our sales team on 01782 771 117.

As each window blind we manufacture is made to measure exact to your specific window blinds then each blind is different depending on the type, size and fabric. By booking an appointment with one of our advisors we can accurately measure you windows and provide a quote free of charge.

Your window blinds will be ready to fit on average around 7-10 working days from the date of order. Certain products like shutters for example can take up to 6-8 weeks.

The time taken to fit your blinds can depend on the blind type and the quantity of blinds being fitted. Your advisor should be able to give you a rough idea at the time of measuring.

For tips on the best way to keep your blinds clean please see our blog post.