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ABOUT US

WE BELIEVE

Attention to quality and detail can turn any home into an extraordinary one

Our products meet the old-world standards of quality at today’s competitive prices.

We have always been committed to excellence. Since our beginning over 22 years ago, we have become South Africa’s leading supplier of custom shutters, blinds and allied products

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WHERE WE CAME FROM AND WHERE WE GOING

OUR STORY

Our Vision is to be a world class supplier of window coverings and allied products.

Luminos is the key brand of the Blinds Syndicate. Established in 1996, the Blinds Syndicate started as an experiment in syndicate buying and has grown into a company that sells blinds all over South Africa and in surrounding countries.

Situated north of Durban in Verulam, our company originally had a staff complement of 7, We currently employ more than a 160 people .This is a clear indication of the steady growth that the company has experienced over the years.

The Blinds Syndicate is passionate about producing customised blinds and shutters that are of the highest quality and workmanship. Our attention to detail and superior service give consumers peace of mind.

INDUSTRY CONTRIBUTION

TRAINING

The Blinds Syndicate believes firmly in contributing positively to the industry and we do this not only through our companies work ethic but through extensive training programmes that we run across the country.

We have developed specialised training for Blind Fitters and Blinds Sales People so that they are well equipped to provide expert services to customers.
Our programmes include:

  • Product range and pricing
  • Shutters
  • Installation
THE BEST SUPPLIERS IN THE WORLD

PARTNERSHIPS

STEP BY STEP

AWARDS

In recognition of the quality blinds that we produce the Blinds Syndicate has won various awards including:

2019
Most Productive Company in South Africa

Awarded 1st place (Corporate Sector) in South Africa

2019
Most Productive Company in Kwazulu Natal

Awarded 1st place (Corporate Sector) in KwaZulu Natal

2009
Most Productive Company in Kwazulu Natal

Awarded 1st place (Emerging SMME sector) in KwaZulu Natal

2009
Most Productive Company in South Africa

1st Runner up (Emerging SMME sector) in KwaZulu Natal

Achieving these awards are clear indications that the interventions and upliftment programmes that The Blinds Syndicate has implemented are succeeding.

FORGING VALUABLE CONNECTIONS

Affiliations & Memberships

Productivity SA

is a Schedule 3A Public Entity and its governance board comprises of representatives from labour, government and business.

The Green Building Council South Africa

leads the transformation of the South African property industry to ensure that buildings are designed, built and operated in an environmentally sustainable way

JM Textiles

is a German company specialising in window coverings. They are the foremost editeur of window textiles in the world and consistently win awards for cutting edge designs and products

KANSAI PLASCON

With over 128 years of experience Kansai Plascon is the leading manufacturer of paints in South Africa and some parts of Africa. All Plascon paints are eco-friendly and are made using only the highest quality materials.

WHERE DO WE START?

By far the most professional, stream-lined company we will ever deal with. From sales to after sales, manufacturing to delivery all checks and balances are met to the highest standard. We are proud and humbled to be part of a company who knows how business is meant to be executed. Blind syndicates biggest fans!

A PRIVILEGE TO BE ASSOCIATED

Venetian blind centre is privileged to be an authorised Luminos Dealer in South Africa.
The Luminos brand is synonymous with high quality cutting edge products. Their sales, service and manufacturing is unmatched in the industry. Partnering with Luminos has enabled Venetian Blind Centre to become the NUMBER ONE window treatment retail supplier in South Africa.

GREAT SERVICE

We completed another successful installed yesterday and the client was very happy.
The client has stated that the installer was very professional and the work was excellent.

Thank you for all your assistance and a job well done.