This VELUX solar blackout blind requires no mains electricity to operate, it relies solely on solar power. Charged up throughout the day, solar blackout blinds are a fantastic option if you lead a busy life on the go, have hard-to-reach roof windows, or you just want to make life simpler.Operated via the VELUX INTEGRA touch screen control pad, you can add your blind to your existing control pad for synched up programming. This VELUX solar blackout blind is compatible with solar windows and manual windows as theyre extremely simple to retrofit. No wiring is required so you can retrofit onto a manual window then simply purchase the control pad separately.You can gain so many benefits from solar powered blackout blinds, including choosing from pre-defined settings on the control pad to open or close your blinds for you at specific times or to operate the blinds as if somebody was home when youre away from your home on holiday for example. Each of these pre-defined programs will make your life easier and more comfortable, especially when paired with VELUX solar powered roof windows too.VELUX blackout blinds are perfect to get a better nights sleep and to improve the quality of naps for young children throughout the day. The triple-layered OEKO-TEX dirt-resistant fabric blinds block out light completely on even the brightest days. Anodised aluminium side rails contribute to total blackout as they offer a lightproof seal and a smooth opening and closing each time, with the anodised aluminium providing durability and corrosion-resistance across time.VELUX Blind SpecificationSize: 55cm x 118cmColour: Light BeigeOperation: SolarType: BlackoutWhy opt for VELUX blinds?VELUX blinds are the only blinds designed to be a perfect fit for your VELUX window. With a broad range of contemporary and traditional colours and styles, youre able to find the perfect fit and the perfect match to complement your home.Each size and type of VELUX blind comes in a mix of colours “ opt for neutral tones such as white, beige and light grey or take your pick of a modern palette with blues, greens and yellows on offer. Darker shades of grey or black may find pride of place in your downstairs rooms with VELUXs Disney blinds suited to the kids rooms upstairs.VELUX blinds can be operated manually or you can choose electric or solar powered blinds, making daily life easier. With electric blinds and solar powered blinds you can operate your blinds from anywhere in your home using the VELUX INTEGRA control pad, complete with touch screen for even easier use.