Hospitality Blinds & Shutters | Hotels & Lodges SA
Commercial & Hospitality

Hospitality Blinds,
Shutters & Awnings

Window coverings for hotels, guest lodges, Airbnbs and resorts across the Garden Route. Durable products, coastal-tested installs and annual service to keep your rooms guest-ready.

8,000+
Installations
2010
Established
15+
Years Coastal
100%
Independent
Products

Built for the demands of hospitality

Guests open, close and handle products differently. Cleaners work fast. Coastal weather adds its own pressure. The right choice prevents damage, reduces call-outs and keeps spaces looking fresh for years.

PVC Indoor Shutters

Moisture-proof, mould-resistant and incredibly long-lasting. Preferred by guest lodges because guests cannot break the tilt system. Zero water absorption. No swelling or peeling.

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Plaswood Venetian Blinds

The correct choice for hospitality bathrooms. Plaswood slats handle daily steam, humidity and cleaning without warping. Wipes clean between guests. No maintenance required.

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Duo Roller Blinds

Sheer and blockout in one cassette. Perfect for rooms needing both privacy and full blackout. Easy for staff to operate, extremely low-maintenance, shortest manufacturing lead times.

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Outdoor Blinds & Awnings

Wind-rated systems for restaurant terraces, pool decks and dining areas. Motorised with Somfy wind sensors. Extends usable outdoor seating year-round in coastal conditions.

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Louvred Awnings

For courtyards, pool decks and premium dining areas. Aluminium louvres tilt to control light, reduce heat and keep guests comfortable without closing off the space.

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Insect & Security Screens

Essential for coastal and forest lodges. Prevents complaints before they happen. LockLatch keeps windows open safely while keeping baboons and wildlife out.

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“If it is going to break, it will break just before check-in. We build and service solutions that stay intact, stay safe and stay good-looking no matter the previous guest’s habit of fiddling with things.”
Duncan Kane
Founder, Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings
Installations

Garden Route & Beyond

From Knysna guesthouses to Indian Ocean resorts. Every installation is specified for the environment it will face.

Guesthouse – Knysna

Cambalala Guesthouse, Knysna

Full lodge fitout – PVC indoor shutters throughout the guest rooms and Plaswood venetian blinds in all bathrooms. Five years of daily guest use and annual servicing. Still in perfect condition.

PVC indoor shutters in guest bedroom at Cambalala Guesthouse Knysna with king bed and palm tree lagoon views
Guest bedroom PVC shutters on sliding doors – five years on with zero maintenance.
PVC indoor shutters on sliding balcony door at Cambalala Guesthouse Knysna opening onto garden
Balcony doors Moisture-proof, impossible to break, still sharp after years of guest handling.
Plaswood venetian blinds in marble bathroom at Cambalala Guesthouse Knysna
Guest bathroom Plaswood venetians – zero water absorption, serviced annually.
Lodge – Knysna

Leisure Isle Lodge, Knysna

Plaswood venetian blinds throughout guest bathrooms. The moisture-resistant slats handle steam, humidity and daily cleaning without swelling or warping – the correct choice for high-turnover coastal bathrooms.

Plaswood venetian blinds in luxury bathroom at Leisure Isle Lodge Knysna, freestanding bath and natural light
Guest bathroom Plaswood venetians filtering natural light. Wipe-clean between guests.
Plaswood venetian blinds in guest bathroom at Leisure Isle Lodge Knysna with freestanding bath
Leisure Isle Lodge Zero water absorption – no warping in coastal humidity.
Commercial – Knysna Mall

Vida e Café, Knysna Mall

Large-format clear PVC drop blinds fully enclosing the outdoor seating terrace. Dis-Chem and neighbouring anchor tenants remain fully visible through the transparent panels – a specific requirement from mall management. Installation carried out after trading hours.

Exterior view of clear PVC blinds at Vida e Cafe Knysna Mall with Dis-Chem signage above
Exterior, Knysna Mall Full weather enclosure. Dis-Chem visible above, concourse visible through.
Interior view through clear PVC outdoor blinds at Vida e Cafe Knysna Mall showing retail tenants
Interior view Full sightlines to the mall concourse through clear PVC panels.
View from inside Vida e Cafe Knysna Mall clear PVC enclosed terrace showing The Mens Club
Sightlines maintained Neighbouring tenants fully visible from within the enclosed area.
Hospitality – Plettenberg Bay

Walkers Villa, Plettenberg Bay

Sunworker outdoor screen blinds across the deck of this multi-level coastal villa. Blocks glare, wind and rain while preserving full views of Plettenberg Bay beach, Robberg Peninsula and Beacon Isle Hotel through the mesh.

Walkers Villa Plett outdoor screen blinds on timber deck with Beacon Isle Hotel and Robberg Peninsula views
Deck, Walkers Villa Sunworker mesh – glare and wind control, full beach and Beacon Isle views through.
Walkers Villa Plettenberg Bay luxury coastal home exterior with pool and outdoor living area
Exterior, Plettenberg Bay Multi-level coastal home on an exposed site above the bay.
Restaurant – Knysna Heads

East Head Café, Knysna

Clear PVC blinds designed and manufactured for East Head Café to maximise diners’ views of the Knysna Heads – even on the gloomiest of days. Full wind and rain protection without sacrificing one of the best views on the Garden Route.

Clear PVC blinds at East Head Cafe Knysna with diners and full view of the Knysna Heads through transparent panels
East Head Café, Knysna Heads Clear PVC blinds – diners enjoy full views of the Heads and lagoon through the transparent panels in all weather.
Resort – Vilanculos, Mozambique

Santorini Lodge, Vilanculos

Aluminium venetian blinds and Plaswood venetians supplied for a luxury Indian Ocean resort. Salt-resistant hardware, fully adjustable for guest privacy. Three years in salt air and steam with zero maintenance issues.

Private infinity pool and deck at Santorini Lodge Vilanculos Mozambique
Infinity pool deck Outdoor shading for year-round guest use through Indian Ocean heat.
Aluminium venetian blinds in luxury resort suite with four-poster bed Mozambique
Resort suite Aluminium venetians – salt-resistant, adjustable for privacy and ocean views.
Plaswood venetian blinds in coastal bathroom Santorini Lodge Mozambique
Bathroom, Santorini Plaswood – zero warping after years in salt air and steam.
Country Estate – Knysna

Knysna Hollow Country Estate

Duo roller zebra blinds throughout guest rooms. Sheer and blockout in one cassette for privacy and light control. Moisture-resistant fabric suitable for coastal bathroom and bedroom applications.

Double roller zebra blinds installed at Knysna Hollow Country Estate by Custom Blinds
Knysna Hollow Duo roller – sheer and blockout in one clean cassette.
Zebra blind in bathroom at Knysna Hollow Country Estate Garden Route
Guest bathroom Moisture-resistant, full privacy, no chain mechanism to break.
Frequently Asked

Common questions from hospitality managers

What window coverings last longest in guest rooms?

PVC shutters and duo roller blinds lead for durability, moisture-resistance and ease of cleaning. Both handle high guest turnover without deteriorating.

What products reduce the most maintenance calls?

Chainless verticals, PVC shutters and insect screens. No chains, no strings, fewer moving parts – fewer things for guests to break or tangle.

What is the best option for coastal humidity?

PVC shutters and Plaswood venetians for indoors. Outdoor blinds with corrosion-resistant aluminium components for patios and decks. Both resist moisture and salt without deteriorating.

Do you offer annual servicing for hospitality clients?

Yes. We offer an annual service call-out covering shutters, blinds and awnings. You only pay for what we fix, not for the inspection itself.

What is the fastest option for a large replacement?

Duo rollers and vertical blinds have the shortest manufacturing lead times and quickest turnaround – useful when rooms must turn over fast.

Can you assess whether our current blinds are failing?

Yes. Send photos to sales@customblinds.co.za or WhatsApp the team and we will assess at no charge before recommending replacements.

Ready to specify for your property?

Duncan visits across the Garden Route for site assessments. Annual service plans available for all hospitality clients. See how the right blinds, shutters and awnings resolve the most common guest complaints in hospitality properties.

Custom Blinds Shutters & Awnings is a Garden Route window covering specialist established in 2010, serving hotels, guest lodges, Airbnbs and commercial properties across Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, George and surrounding areas. We manufacture Custom Lifestyle Shutters and awnings locally, and supply PVC shutters, Plaswood venetians, duo roller blinds, outdoor screen blinds and louvred awning systems. Annual service plans available for all hospitality clients. Contact: sales@customblinds.co.za.

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