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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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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The picture of the Day and Night Honeycomb shade shows the blackout shade covering only the bottom half of the window, with the filter shade on the top half. Does this indicate that the blackout shade raises to cover the window from the bottom up? Does the filter shade lower from top to bottom?

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I am interested in your Energy Track 3/8" Translucent double cellular. My dimensions are roughly 69W x 54L. However, I have very limited header space for mounting. Can you tell me the width of the header rail?

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I am looking to outfit all the windows in my house with top down bottom up(tdbu) black shades (preferably cellular as I like look when it folds up more). my biggest issue in finding them is that the outward facing side is white. i want them to be black outward facing like the inside. do any of your cellular products offer that choice?

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I am interested in the Horizontal Fabric Shades and Soft Sheer Shades. I can't tell by the photos what the difference is between these two window treatments. Can you explain?

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Do you carry the Hunter Douglas Trio convertable shades?

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Door Blinds - How to Measure for French Door or Traditional Door Blinds
Door blinds can be any blind or shade mounted as a door mount blind. French door blinds or traditional door blinds are simply outside mount blinds or shades with hold downs to keep them from swinging as the door opens or shuts. People commonly mount blinds in a door at their home or office. Popular blinds that are used on doors range from faux wood, wood, cellular shades and roller shades. When measuring for french door blinds there are several things to consider.... more

How to measure for window shades BELOW an open arched window
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Cellular Shade Stack Height
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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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Honeycomb Cell Shade Installation - Part 2 of 2
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Honeycomb Shades - Parts For Installing Cellular Shades
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How to Install Side Mount Blinds
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Energy Efficient Window Treatments - Energy Conservation Tips From Blinds Chalet
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Honeycomb Cellular Shades Are One Of Many Energy Efficient Window Shades
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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

Window Shades and Blinds May Help Reduce the Migraines
Window shades and blinds may reduce the occurrence of migraines. A recent study by Missouri State University’s Center for Biomedical and Life Sciences discovered “REM (rapid eye movement) sleep deprivation caused increased expression of the proteins which are known to play an important role in initiating and sustaining chronic pain,” reports The National Sleep Foundation.... more

Window Treatments for Mountain Living
Mountain living offers different challenges for decorating than other climates. In the mountains, wood expands and contracts depending on the season. The sun’s harsh UV rays have a higher rate of fading furniture and artwork than in other areas of the country. Not to mention, many people want their homes to have a look and feel of a mountain home, so not just any window treatments will work. For others energy efficiency is a priority.... more

Top Five Window Treatments for Nurseries
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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

Window Blinds and Shades Suited To Desert Environments
With one of the hottest summers in years sweeping the nation, people are looking for ways to stay cool in the summer heat. Window treatments are an easy, inexpensive way to help cut air-conditioning costs and to get a little relief from the sun. Below are some of the best blinds for desert living. Get relief from the heat immediately by ordering window treatments and blinds that have one or two-day production times.... more

Benefits of Light Filtering Insulating Blinds
Light filtering blinds offer the benefits of several different blinds in one. These blinds combine the beauty and style of a Roman Shade with the insulating qualities of a Cellular Shade and the light filtering abilities of a Venetian Blind. They really are the all-in-one shades that provide style and more importantly energy efficiency.... 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

Measure the Difference ComforTrack Double Cell Shades Make
Fall is here. Despite record setting high temperatures across the country in the last few weeks, cold weather will be moving in soon. In the mountains, nighttime temperatures are already reaching into the 20’s and 30’s. There is no better time to help insulate drafty windows or single pane windows than with ComforTrack cell shades to keep the cold out and help reduce energy bills.... more

Energy Efficient Shades
With winter coming, many people are looking for energy efficient window treatments to help save money on energy bills. There are a variety of energy efficient window treatments that work to different degrees. Below are a few of the most popular energy efficient shades.... more

Best Noise Reduction Shades
Many people face challenges of noisy neighbors, trains, traffic, airplanes and more. For those who want a little peace and quiet in their homes, noise reduction shades are a perfect remedy. ... more

'Slow home' design addresses storage and sustainability for homeowners
Making better use of a home's space often increases a dwelling's liveability, according to a design trend that designers call "the slow home."

Cellular shades are among those that offer a choice of blackout fabric
The choice of lighting can determine how well visibility will be in a home theater and the right window treatment can help homeowners create the most conducive atmosphere for their screenings.

Deluxe double cell blackout shades combine energy savings and light control
A cellular shade that combines energy savings with optimum light control to darken a room is available in one of Blinds Chalet's wide variety of cell shade selections.

Many benefits come with versatile honeycomb cellular shades
Honeycomb cellular shades have many benefits - great window insulation, easy use with a continuous cord and a wide color selection.

Cellular shades are a good choice when redecorating a bathroom
With some imagination, home decorators can bring a vintage look to their bathrooms without breaking the household budget.

ComforTrack cell shade offers insulation and blackout fabric
Cellular shades are a good choice for energy savings, because they offer good insulation from window drafts and strong sunlight. They come as both single cell shades or double cell shades, with double cells offering more insulation for rooms that need more protection from the elements.

Honeycomb cellular shades have translucent and room darkening styles
For an energy-saving window treatment, the honeycomb construction of cellular shades offered by Blinds Chalet offers insulation in all seasons.

Extra living space may lie in an attic renovation
Those who dream of adding a cozy space for relaxation and hobbies in their home should look upward because an unfinished attic may be just the place to make those dreams come true.

Roman shades have distinctive style without giving up practical functions
Homeowners who admire the classic look of roman shades don't have to forfeit functionality when they order these versatile window coverings for their home.

Textured look featured in crinkle fabric shades for noise reduction
Noise reduction shades are an excellent investment for light sleepers who are easily disturbed and can't get a good night's sleep. Traffic noise, nearby trains passing or neighborhood sounds all are absorbed by custom-made shades from Blinds Chalet.

High quality and long-term value are what consumers are seeking in design
Consumers who have been re-evaluating their needs in terms of downsized lifestyles in recent years have begun to choose products for the long term as part of their decorating plans.

Cleaner lines can be found in eco-friendly window coverings
As New York interior designer Stephen Sills sees it, the days of accumulating "stuff" are over, and the overall look of a room is what counts.

Ultimate cordless cell shades provide style, durability and child-safe construction
With toddlers and young children around, the most child-safe window treatments to have are cordless window blinds.

Express production meets the decorating needs of Blinds Chalet customers
When consumers need to get their decorating needs met in a hurry, express production of custom-made window blinds and shades from Blinds Chalet is the way to go.

Mudroom design can add storage and serve different functions at entry
Somewhere to hang wet garments and a place to sit while removing wet shoes or boots pretty much sums up the function of a mudroom.

Blackout shades will ensure you get a good night's rest
However, if there's one place that requires your undivided attention, it's your bedroom. If you've been looking to redesign your bedroom, window blinds and shades are some of the most cost-effective improvements that you can choose.

Finished basements offer expanded space and added value for a home
When a family outgrows its home above ground, it's time to look below to design more living space in the basement.

Attic renovations are increasingly done to extend a home's livable space
A recent survey by the Home Improvement Research Institute found that one out of five homeowners polled said they were planning to renovate their attics into livable space in the near future.

Cellular shades can block sunlight from damaging a book collection
Creating a book lovers' haven in a den or in part of the family room can also provide an opportunity to organize the family's book collection.

Increase your energy efficiency with greenhouse shades
The addition of cell shades or shutters will help to cut down on utility costs to make the space more functional.