Real wood.
Real warmth.
Made for you.
Timberlux wooden Venetian blinds are cut from genuine timber — not MDF, not PVC, not faux wood. Measured, made, and fitted by our own team across the North East and North West of England.
How it works
Two controls.
One simple blind.
A wooden Venetian blind has two jobs. The lift cord raises and lowers the blind entirely, stacking the slats up into the headrail when you want the window fully open. The tilt wand, a slim rod hanging from the headrail, rotates the slats to any angle between fully open and fully closed.
That combination gives you precise control over light and privacy at any time of day, without moving the blind up or down at all.
Pull the lift cord to raise the blind fully or set it at any height. A child-safe alternative replaces the looped cord with a breakaway connector or wand system.
Twist the wand to angle the slats anywhere from flat (maximum light) to vertical (maximum privacy). At full tilt, slats overlap so no direct line of sight passes through.
Narrower 25mm slats give a traditional, busier look. Wider 50mm slats are more contemporary and let more light through each individual gap when open.
What makes Timberlux different
Built from real wood. Not a compromise.
Faux wood costs less. Real wood looks, ages, and behaves differently, and that difference is visible every day.
Genuine timber grain
Each slat is milled from real basswood or ramin, so the grain pattern is natural and unique, not a printed finish trying to look like wood. Over time it develops a warmth that PVC never does.
Three slat widths
25mm suits smaller windows and traditional interiors. 35mm is the most popular, it works in most rooms. 50mm works well in larger windows and contemporary settings where you want bold, clean lines.
Precise light control
The tilt mechanism lets you direct light up toward the ceiling (soft bounce light) or down into the room (direct light), or close the slats for privacy. No other blind type gives you this level of adjustment.
Natural insulation
Wood is a natural insulator. A closed set of Timberlux slats creates a small barrier of still air between the glass and the room, which helps slightly with heat retention in cooler months.
Child-safe as standard
All Timberlux blinds are supplied with a child-safe cord mechanism, either a breakaway safety connector or a cordless tilt option. No dangling loops at any point in the window height.
Measured to the millimetre
Our surveyor measures your window at the appointment, you don't need to do anything. The blind is then made to those exact dimensions, not cut down from a stock size.
Understanding tilt
Three slat positions.
Three completely different rooms.
The tilt wand is what separates a wooden Venetian from every other blind. Rotate the slats and you change the light, the privacy, and the feel of the room without touching the lift cord.
Slats lie almost horizontal. Maximum daylight enters the room. View through the window is clear in both directions. Best for daytime when you want the room well lit.
Slats at 30-45°. Diffused light enters the room with no direct glare. You can see out at a downward angle; passers-by cannot easily see in at eye level. The most useful everyday position.
Slats overlap completely. No direct view in or out. Some light still enters around the edges of the blind and at the top and bottom, this is a privacy blind, not a blackout blind.
Open slats for full morning light while you're getting ready. No need to raise the blind, just twist the wand.
Half tilt to cut the glare off screens and keep the room comfortable without losing natural light entirely.
Fully closed for privacy once lights are on inside. The room feels warm and enclosed, and the timber grain catches the light nicely.
Natural, stained or painted — your call.
Every finish is applied to real wood, so the grain still shows through. Painted finishes are opaque but the texture remains. Stained finishes enhance the grain rather than hiding it.
The raw, unsealed timber in its warmest natural tone. Light golden-brown with a visible grain. Works particularly well in rooms with other natural materials — oak floors, linen, stone.
A warm honey stain that enhances the wood grain without darkening it significantly. Closer to a Scandi aesthetic than the raw natural finish. Popular in contemporary kitchens and home offices.
A deep, rich stain that reads almost as dark brown in low light. Strong visual presence — suits period properties, studies, and rooms with dark furniture or rich wall colours.
An opaque painted finish in white or warm cream. The wood texture is still faintly visible beneath, which is what separates this from a PVC blind. A clean, versatile option for most rooms.
More colours available at survey
The swatches here are a guide. Our surveyor will bring a full sample board to the appointment so you can see how each finish looks in your own light.
Some rooms suit Timberlux better than others.
Wooden Venetians are not right for every space — but in the right room, nothing else quite does the same job.
Timberlux blinds work as a focal point in a living room — especially in natural or walnut stain. The tilt control is genuinely useful for managing afternoon glare on the TV without shutting out the light.
Half-tilt cuts screen glare without making the room dark. The ability to adjust the slat angle as the sun moves across the day is one of the most practical things about a Venetian blind in a working space.
Good for privacy without full blackout. Suitable if you sleep well without complete darkness — if you need a pitch-black room, a blackout roller or Roman blind will do a better job of blocking edge light.
The timber grain catches low evening light beautifully. At full tilt, the room feels enclosed and warm — a properly dressed dining room window with wooden Venetians is noticeably different to roller or vertical blinds.
We make a separate blind for each section of a bay so each one hangs straight and operates independently. This is something many online-only retailers struggle with — it's straightforward for us because we measure and fit ourselves.
The natural material sits well in Victorian, Edwardian, and Georgian properties where synthetic blinds can look out of place. A dark stain or painted white finish can match the original window woodwork closely.
Other blinds we measure and fit
Real timber slats with tilt and lift control. Natural, stained and painted finishes.
Alternating sheer and opaque bands let you choose light or privacy without moving the blind.
Soft fabric panels that fold up cleanly when raised. A more traditional look for living rooms and bedrooms.
The straightforward option — clean lines, easy operation, wide fabric choice including blackout and thermal.
What people say about Timberlux
"We went back and forth between faux wood and the real thing. The surveyor was honest about the cost difference and let us handle both samples properly. Once you feel the weight of the real slats there's no comparison. The 35mm natural finish in the lounge looks exactly right — warm but not rustic."
"I specifically needed a blind I could adjust throughout the day for glare on my monitor. The tilt wand makes it so easy — a slight twist and the angle changes. I've had fabric roller blinds in home offices before and this is noticeably better for a working space. Fitting was tidy and took about 20 minutes."
"Our bay window had three sections of slightly different widths — I'd been quoted by two online retailers who couldn't deal with it properly. Homefair measured all three individually and the blinds hang perfectly straight in each section. The dark walnut stain looks brilliant against the white window frames."
Timberlux FAQ
Everything we regularly get asked about wooden Venetian blinds. If your question isn't here, ask us at the survey.
Are Timberlux blinds real wood or faux wood?
They are real wood — milled from basswood or ramin timber, not MDF, PVC, or a plastic composite with a wood-effect print. Real wood is heavier, has genuine grain variation, and responds differently to light than faux alternatives. It's also worth noting that real wood is not suitable for high-humidity rooms like bathrooms or steamy kitchens — faux wood is the right choice there.
Can wooden Venetian blinds be fitted in a bathroom?
No — real wood and sustained moisture don't get on. The slats will warp, the finish will lift, and the mechanism will deteriorate. If you want the Venetian look in a bathroom, our aluminium Venetian range is the better option. It gives you the same tilt-and-lift operation with a metal slat that handles condensation without any problem.
What slat widths are available?
Timberlux is available in 25mm, 35mm, and 50mm widths. The 25mm slat is more traditional and gives a denser look — you see more slats stacked in the headrail when raised. The 35mm is the most popular width and suits the majority of windows well. The 50mm is the most contemporary-looking option and lets more light through each gap when the slats are open.
Are wooden Venetian blinds child safe?
Yes. All Timberlux blinds are supplied with a child-safe cord system. The lift cord uses a breakaway safety device that releases under force, so there is no looped or dangling cord at any height. The tilt wand is a single rigid rod, not a cord. If you have young children, let the surveyor know at the appointment and they'll confirm the safest setup for your windows.
How does the tilt control actually work?
The tilt wand — a slim rod hanging from the headrail — connects to a small gear in the headrail mechanism. Rotating the wand turns all the slats simultaneously to any angle. At one end of the rotation the slats are almost flat, letting maximum light through. At the other end they overlap completely, blocking the direct line of sight. Most people use a position somewhere in between for everyday use.
Do wooden Venetian blinds provide blackout?
No. Even with the slats fully closed, light still enters around the edges of the blind and, depending on fit, along the top and bottom. If you need complete darkness — for a baby's room or shift-worker's bedroom — a blackout roller blind or blackout Roman blind with a side channel system is the right product. We can advise on both at the survey.
How do I clean wooden Venetian blinds?
Dust the slats regularly with a soft dry cloth or a blind duster that cleans several slats at once — work from top to bottom with the slats in the open position, then repeat with them tilted the other way. For light marks, a slightly damp cloth works fine if you dry the slat immediately. Don't submerge the blind or use wet cleaning on real wood, as moisture warps the slats. Annual light cleaning is usually all that's needed.
What happens at the free survey?
One of our team visits your home, measures every window you're interested in, brings a full sample board so you can see finishes and slat widths in your own light, and gives you a fixed price on the day. Nothing is ordered until you're happy. There's no obligation at any point — if the price isn't right or you want to think about it, that's completely fine.
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