I am looking for the best living room window treatments. What window blinds or shades do you recommend?

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What product you would suggest for west facing window treatments? I need something that insulates my windows and reduce my energy costs.

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I have south facing windows that get a lot of sun and heat enters the room. What do you recommend for south facing treatments?

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How do I order cellular shades with side mounting brackets?

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Are your Embassy 2" Faux Wood Blinds made from all lead-free materials or are they made using lead-containing PVC?

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I have very shallow windows and I was looking at both options for the 1 in wood blinds. Can you tell me the differences between your two on inch blinds? Do they both require the same amount of depth to install? How deep are the headrails for both wood blinds?

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I need a specialty shaped blind from the following material: Deluxe 3/8" Blackout Double Cell Shades. It is a 6 sided shape with top down needed. I have measurements and a template for this existing window. Can you do it?

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I just received my order from you for woven wood shades and they are just beautiful! Very classy looking and much nicer that I could have hoped for especially for the price. In fact I've already recommended your site to at least 5 of my friends! I'm now looking for 1 or 2 more woven wood or bamboo roman type shades that will allow a lot of light through the shades since privacy is not an issue. Can you offer any suggestion?

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I have 3 patio doors with the center door as the walk out. I want to cover them with bamboo shades top down. Would this work with what I have?

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What type of blinds would you recommend for a beach house property? It is not ocean-front but will have the sun exposure and humidity common to beach properties. Faux wood or real wood blinds?

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Measure Window Shades or Blinds for Tile or Moulding
Occasionally obstructions can get in the way of window shades or blinds such as wood moulding or a tile back splash. Cut-outs can be made in the blind or shade for proper clearance in these areas. There is a surcharge for each cut made.... more

Honeycomb Cell Shades - Installation Part 1 of 2
Our honeycomb cell shades are made to be either an inside mount or an outside mount, depending on what you desire. A few tools are required to install your blinds.

Measuring Tape

Battery or Power Drill

¼ Hex head bit or Phillips driver bit

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Bamboo Shades Installation - Part 1 of 2
This page covers the basic installation for each of the woven wood bamboo shades (standard, premier, platinum) offered at Blinds Chalet . Part 1 of 2... more

The New Simplicity of Window Coverings Affords Customers Endless Choices
There is a new attitude in the world of window treatments and blinds are quickly becoming the choice for home decorators because they are sleek and simple, and much of the hardware has gone high tech.... more

Blinds Chalet Blinds Help Conserve Energy as Winter Comes to a Close
Blind Chalet has many different kinds of blinds offering different degree's of energy conservation. Blinds can be a great way to prevent energy loss and gain, especially in the winter. There are many types of blinds that help to keep energy inside a specific room, not to mention an entire dwelling. Blinds Chalet hopes to show customers how easy it can be conserve energy during the winter months with implementation of window coverings.... more

New 2 ½” Wooden Venetian Blinds
Platinum 2 1/2” Wood Blinds are now available. These wooden venetian blinds are made of oak wood with hand rubbed oil based stains. They are 40% thicker than traditional blinds and are created with a resistance to warping. The platinum wooden venetian blinds come in fifteen varieties of stains and colors from Mellow Beech to Black Walnut and decorative tapes are available for an added boost of color.... more

Blackout Window Shades See Rise in Popularity During Summer Months.
Blackout Window Shades have become the must-have window blinds for the summer time. These blinds block light and heat, reducing fading from UV rays and glare and eye strain from computer screens. Below are a variety of the types of blackout blinds available on the market and the benefits of each one:... more

Top Five Window Treatments for Nurseries
Bringing home a newborn baby is a life-changing moment. Parents want to offer their children the best life possible, and that starts with setting up a room that will offer comfort, calmness and a peaceful atmosphere. Everything from the color of the paint, to ceiling fans to window treatments can affect mood. Window treatments are especially important in nurseries because they can help control glare, adjust direct or indirect sunlight, provide insulation and more. ... more

Affordable Roller Shades
Roller Shades are an ideal window treatment for homes and offices. They are a perfect compliment for floor-to-ceiling windows and large windows that receive direct sunlight. Their sheer weave design comes in a variety of openness, which refers to the amount of light enters the room. Roller shades maintain views while blocking UV rays and help keep rooms cool. As a mid-summer incentive for homeowners and companies trying to beat the summer heat, some companies are offering discounts on popular roller shades.... more

Express Production Window Shades and Blinds
Designers aren’t the only ones who want window shades and blinds and want them now. People putting their house on the market may need window shades and blinds in order to increase their resale value of the home. If you’re having a wedding anniversary party, or other celebration and want to replace torn or worn window treatments, then you probably need express production window shades and blinds.... more

Bamboo Roller Shades, Woven Wood Shades and Sliding Panels
Bamboo has become increasing popular with consumers for many reasons. The first is bamboo’s sustainability. Harvesting bamboo is nothing like harvesting trees from the forest. Bamboo grows at a faster rate than almost any other plant on earth, up to four inches per day. The next reason bamboo is becoming popular in home decorating is the flavor it brings to a room. Bamboo offers style, as well as an ‘island’ feel.... more

Elegant Kitchen Window Blinds
Finding the perfect kitchen window blind can be tricky. The blinds or shades need to look good, be easy to clean and be moisture resistant. Because kitchen cooking can cause a build-up of grease on kitchen window blinds, it’s important to use the right blinds and shades so they don’t need to be replaced every couple of years.... more

Tips for Buying Cheap Blinds
It’s getting close to the holidays and people are as interested in saving money for gifts as they are in getting their homes finished for the holidays. Many people end up spending money on window treatments in order to make their home look inviting for family and friends that may be coming to visit.... more

Green Window Treatments
Many people ask if there are ways to incorporate eco-friendly window treatments into their home design and still have a stylish appearance. There are. Bamboo offers and exotic flair to homes, while roller and solar shades give a subtle polished appearance to a room. Cell shades are probably the most plain as far as design goes, but the selection of rich, neutral colors are a great compliment to any room.... more

Cool Shades
There are tons of blinds, shades and window treatments on the market. There are the energy efficient ones – honeycomb cell shades – the environmentally friendly ones – EcoGreen Roller Shades and bamboo shades – there are the elegant blinds – Roman Shades – and there are the classic blinds – wood blinds. But where are the fun ones? Where are the window treatments that show a little personality?... more

New Year – New Blinds
Sometimes New Years resolutions are made with the best intentions to keep them, but because of financial situations, they sometimes get pushed over from year to year. This year, why not fulfill those resolutions while there are sales and discounted items so that you not only get to cross that item off your list, but you get the sense of accomplishment of doing what you said you were going to do?... more

Matchstick Shades
Matchstick shades are also known as bamboo shades or woven wood shades. They offer an elegant South Pacific or tropical feel to a room, apartment or guesthouse. Generally, each woven wood shade will be slightly different in appearance as the unique characteristics from each piece of wood will be slightly different.... more

Collegiate Window Shades
I wish these window shades were available when I was in school. Collegiate window shades feature your school’s logo on them. Each school has a number of different logos to choose from, so you can pick your favorite, or the one that goes best with the rest of your décor.... more

SlumberShades Rebate
SlumberShades, the official window treatments of the National Sleep Foundation, are being discounted with a $25.00 rebate from select manufacturers throughout the month of March, 2011.... more

Bamboo Blinds
Tavarua bamboo blinds may also be referred to as matchstick blinds or woven wood shades. To create an exotic look, these blinds are woven into a light filtering window covering that is full of character. Each Tavarua woven wood shade comes with color coordinated cords and tassels as well as a matching 6-inch valance. Edge bindings are available for the entire Tavarua line of bamboo blinds to help protect the delicate edges from cracking or breaking.... more