Made For Shade Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From my initial enquiry to when Ellie & Mike left after fitting my shutters, I can honestly say I received a first class service. They were clear on lead times, helpful and honest about product suitab... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just first class from start to finish. A wonderful local family business, with all the craft and quality you'd expect from a premium brand. Measurements were taken with minimal fuss and maximum smiles... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ellie and Mike were brilliant from start to finish. Ellie brought samples with her, asked what we wanted to achieve and gave us recommendations without being “sales-y” or pressurising unlike other com... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another 6 shutters fitted, which I think tells you a lot. From the initial consultation right through to the fitting, Ellie, Jane & Mike guide you through the whole process. Lead times are always spot... See more

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Founded in 1999, Made For Shade is the longest established shutter company in the Midlands and has been installing shutters since 2002. Working as a family unit, our business consists of vital team work which allows us to personally survey and install all of our shutters. For additional peace of mind, Made For Shade has also been a full member of the Guild Of Master Craftsmen since 2012.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mike and Ellie are a fabulous team…

Mike and Ellie are a fabulous father and daughter team.
From start to finish , careful, clean and tidy with a beautiful fitting of my shutters.
I have used them several times over the years. Very reliable , good communicators and i would highly reccomend them.

August 29, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service, brilliant products.

Hi Mike & Ellie, wanted to thank you for a fantastic job with the shutters - they look so impressive. We’ve been so happy with your excellent service, attention to detail and products over the years. Really delighted with our latest installation of shutters.
Best wishes Jane & family.

August 16, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A must for every house I’ll ever own!

Having first had Mike fit shutters in my apartment 10 years ago, when I recently moved house there was no question that I would have Mike, now joined by Ellie, back to fit them again in my new home. Their attention to detail and recommendations based on my needs, preferences, home and daily habits, really are second to none and the results speak for themselves. Over the years I have recommended Mike and Ellie to many friends and family, all of whom are delighted with the shutters they had fitted by this excellent team, as have I in both my properties, and I would not consider using any other company. Not only are they experts in their craft but they are also absolutely lovely and we had a really enjoyable few hours chatting together as they completed the work. I can’t recommend them highly enough and will be calling upon them in the future if I ever move house again!

August 19, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you MFS!

Extremely happy with the shutters MFS fitted! Lovely, friendly family company who did an amazing job and cleaned up afterwards. They were incredibly helpful beforehand to give us ideas of what would work for our windows. Would recommend them again.

July 12, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful transformation

These lovely shutters have completely transformed the look of my house, both inside and out. A big thank you to Mike, Ellie & Jane who made the whole process a pleasurable one. A lovely down to earth hardworking family. Excellent attention to detail. I would absolutely recommend Madeforshade. Such a high standard of workmanship.

May 24, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Honesty, integrity, trust, kindness, patience…

I have made multiple recommendations to friends and family since I first was fortunate to come across MadeforShade. Honesty, integrity, trust, kindness, patience- all the best traits in humankind are exemplified by this family business.
I have just had my second ‘fitting’ of shutters led by Mike and and can only say wow! Just perfect…Ellie and Jane form the rest of this gem of a ‘three legged stool’…thank you, thank you, thank you…❤️

June 6, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely thrilled with our new…

Absolutely thrilled with our new shutters in 2 bedrooms and bathroom. High quality and a fantastic service throughout from made to shade. Professional and trustworthy I would 100/ recommend. Thank you Mike & Ellie

June 10, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service and communication…

Excellent service and communication from the Team at Madeforshade. We had 3 big windows fitted with wooden shutters and have been very impressed with the build quality and fitment of the shutters.
Would highly recommend and will use again.
A & G Richards.

May 16, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Shutters installed

Just had our shutters fitted on four of our windows and they are looking great finished our new home off perfect.
Excellent service and very efficient, we had a few quotes and Made for Shade was the most competitive will definitely be recommended them

May 13, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect Shutters at our Apartment.

Just had 3 lots of shutters fitted at our floor length windows in our new apartment. They look fabulous. Cannot fault the quality, the installing of them, clearing up afterwards & perfect customer service. This is the second time we have used Made for Shade and the only company I have ever given a 10 star rating to.

May 8, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Repeat Customer

Another 6 shutters fitted, which I think tells you a lot. From the initial consultation right through to the fitting, Ellie, Jane & Mike guide you through the whole process. Lead times are always spot on, fitting appointments made to suit the customer. Quality of the shutters are great , huge range of colours & styles. Thanks - delighted with our shutters.Many thanks - Sara

May 3, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Five Star experience ...

Really pleased with our Made for Shade shutters, a local family owned business. From the first visit by Ellie and Mike to measure and quote, right through to them fitting the shutters. It was a perfect service all round and we would definitely recommend them for a five star experience.

April 24, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ellie came out to quote for shutters…

Ellie came out to quote for shutters for the front of our house and her attention to detail and guidance was impeccable from start to finish.
Our shutters were completed today and the team are brilliant, a lovely friendly team who take pride in their work and we are overjoyed by the results.
Could not recommend them more. 5*

April 17, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thrilled with our shutters

Thrilled with our shutters! Father & daughter team who have a great relationship come out and measure, discuss requirements and then come back and fit.
High quality shutters which look awesome and made to measure - we have no hesitation in 100% recommending
Mike & Ellie Made for Shade Wonderful

April 10, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended

We absolutely love our shutters, my lounge feels like a show home! Great family business who provide excellent service. I would highly recommend Made for Shade.

March 25, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Happy customer

This is the second house we’ve used Made for Shade - Mike and his daughter Ellie are a great team - very professional - very happy with our blinds !

March 11, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend 10 out of 10

Ellie and Mike were brilliant from start to finish. Ellie brought samples with her, asked what we wanted to achieve and gave us recommendations without being “sales-y” or pressurising unlike other companies we had come visit. Mike and Ellie did a great job on the installation and left everything nice and tidy. We’re absolutely thrilled with our shutters and will definitely be having more!

February 19, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Totally professional and friendly from…

Totally professional and friendly from initial contact to fitting. Ellie and her Dad are very knowledgeable and provide excellent advice and have provided a product which we are extremely happy with.
Would have no problem with recommending them.

February 13, 2024
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