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Recycle Window Blinds
I searched for ways to recycle blinds but all I could find was to cut them down and make garden markers. While that may be good for some people I don't think anyone needs all the markers they could make from a houseful of blinds. ... more
I searched for ways to recycle blinds but all I could find was to cut them down and make garden markers. While that may be good for some people I don't think anyone needs all the markers they could make from a houseful of blinds. ... more
Window Blinds for Doors: How to Choose, Measure & Mount
A door-mounted blind has to do everything a window blind does while also surviving the fact that the whole door moves underneath it.
... moreSolar Shades and Other Blinds for Rooms with a View
Solar shades for windows are just one of the options if you have a window with a great view yet need light protection or privacy. For windows that have a view such as a golf course, country side, valley, etc., there are many options to choose from. ... more
Solar shades for windows are just one of the options if you have a window with a great view yet need light protection or privacy. For windows that have a view such as a golf course, country side, valley, etc., there are many options to choose from. ... more
Window Treatments for Rental Units
Window treatments in a leased unit need to survive tenants you don't get to choose, which means durability and easy upkeep matter more here than almost anywhere else in the home.
... moreSecurity Blinds and Shades for Your Windows
A window someone can see straight through is a window that tells a passerby exactly what's inside your home.
... moreSelecting Blinds on a Budget
Shopping for blinds on a budget as you decorate your home? Here are a list of inexpensive window coverings and some simple design ideas that won't break your budget.... more
Shopping for blinds on a budget as you decorate your home? Here are a list of inexpensive window coverings and some simple design ideas that won't break your budget.... more
Venetian Blinds - Wand vs. Cord Tilters
Most custom venetian blinds have an option to tilt the window blind slats open. Most manufacturers of window blinds offer either a cord or a wand tilt. What are the advantages of selecting a cord tilt over a wand tilter when buying window blinds? Here are some of the advantages to selecting a tilter mechanism when buying blinds.... more
Most custom venetian blinds have an option to tilt the window blind slats open. Most manufacturers of window blinds offer either a cord or a wand tilt. What are the advantages of selecting a cord tilt over a wand tilter when buying window blinds? Here are some of the advantages to selecting a tilter mechanism when buying blinds.... more
Best Window Covering Solutions
Choosing window coverings can sometimes be frustrating. Should I go with wood blinds or cellular shades? Something fancy or plain? At times you may just want to buy any window treatments just to be done with it. Here are some ideas to basic questions that might help you choose the right window blinds or shades.... more
Choosing window coverings can sometimes be frustrating. Should I go with wood blinds or cellular shades? Something fancy or plain? At times you may just want to buy any window treatments just to be done with it. Here are some ideas to basic questions that might help you choose the right window blinds or shades.... more
Window Coverings and Color Scheme
The color scheme for your window coverings may vary based on whether you are designing a new room or one with existing furniture.... more
The color scheme for your window coverings may vary based on whether you are designing a new room or one with existing furniture.... more
Buying Blinds: 5 Design Considerations
Homeowners considering window treatments like blinds can be easily overwhelmed by the plethora of options, specials, promotions, and features on the market. Making the right blind selection depends on several variables. If buyers aren't careful they'll inadvertently miss one or two important design considerations. Due to the fact that purchasing the right window blinds and shades can have lasting benefits for homeowners there is ample reason to make a buying decision carefully. ... more
Homeowners considering window treatments like blinds can be easily overwhelmed by the plethora of options, specials, promotions, and features on the market. Making the right blind selection depends on several variables. If buyers aren't careful they'll inadvertently miss one or two important design considerations. Due to the fact that purchasing the right window blinds and shades can have lasting benefits for homeowners there is ample reason to make a buying decision carefully. ... more
Window Blinds as a Home Improvement Rather Than a Design Expense
There are two different ways in which to view the purchase and installation of quality window blinds. Some consumers considering a major window blinds purchase see them strictly as a design expense. They see it as a monetary waste they should avoid at all costs. This group of consumers are missing the point and doing themselves a bit of a disservice at the same time. Knowledgeable consumers are aware that window blinds are not strictly a design expense. They are more of a valued home improvement. ... more
There are two different ways in which to view the purchase and installation of quality window blinds. Some consumers considering a major window blinds purchase see them strictly as a design expense. They see it as a monetary waste they should avoid at all costs. This group of consumers are missing the point and doing themselves a bit of a disservice at the same time. Knowledgeable consumers are aware that window blinds are not strictly a design expense. They are more of a valued home improvement. ... more
Shades and Blinds: The Options are Endless
If a consumer is going forward in their search for new blinds and/or shades with a thorough knowledge of the window covering industry and its myriad products they are a very rare specimen. Most blinds/shades shoppers are unaware of the extent of products available. And since they are unaware of just how many different products are available to fill their needs they are absolutely unaware of the even larger number of features and options available. The massive amount of information can often come off as distracting to consumers who have it thrown at them all at once when they begin their search for shades. ... more
If a consumer is going forward in their search for new blinds and/or shades with a thorough knowledge of the window covering industry and its myriad products they are a very rare specimen. Most blinds/shades shoppers are unaware of the extent of products available. And since they are unaware of just how many different products are available to fill their needs they are absolutely unaware of the even larger number of features and options available. The massive amount of information can often come off as distracting to consumers who have it thrown at them all at once when they begin their search for shades. ... more
Horizontal Wood Blinds: Still a Hot Topic
When consumers think of the "hot products" in any industry the typical responses are not classic and not conservative. But in the window covering industry some of the "hottest" products are very classic and very conservative. It's the nature of the industry. Window coverings are meant to fulfill a very basic need. They're also meant to last a long time. There isn't much room for trends of the moment or even trends that may last a year or two. This leaves many consumers looking to invest in the classic and "hot" horizontal wood blinds. They are classic and elegant. They're the most affordable and appropriate permanent furnishing for almost any room. ... more
When consumers think of the "hot products" in any industry the typical responses are not classic and not conservative. But in the window covering industry some of the "hottest" products are very classic and very conservative. It's the nature of the industry. Window coverings are meant to fulfill a very basic need. They're also meant to last a long time. There isn't much room for trends of the moment or even trends that may last a year or two. This leaves many consumers looking to invest in the classic and "hot" horizontal wood blinds. They are classic and elegant. They're the most affordable and appropriate permanent furnishing for almost any room. ... more
Updating Your Blinds and Shades
Homeowners during the recession are avoiding big financial moves. This means that homeowners who were considering upgrading in the recent past are most likely no longer considering the sale of their current home in order to buy a new home elsewhere. ... more
Homeowners during the recession are avoiding big financial moves. This means that homeowners who were considering upgrading in the recent past are most likely no longer considering the sale of their current home in order to buy a new home elsewhere. ... more
The Classic Plantation Blinds
Plantation blinds are what is commonly referred to as a classic. They are timeless in their design possibilities. There are various options when it comes to plantation blinds and shutters. ... more
Plantation blinds are what is commonly referred to as a classic. They are timeless in their design possibilities. There are various options when it comes to plantation blinds and shutters. ... more
How to Paint Mini Blinds and Venetian Blinds
Venetian blinds can be expensive to replace. Painting them can be a cheaper alternative to spice up those old window blinds. Whether you have aluminum mini blinds or wood blinds they can be painted.... more
Venetian blinds can be expensive to replace. Painting them can be a cheaper alternative to spice up those old window blinds. Whether you have aluminum mini blinds or wood blinds they can be painted.... more
Making Vinyl Window Shades A Part Of A Home
There isn't a more effective window covering product when it comes to light blocking than vinyl window shades. Blackout shades are designed specifically to block all light from a room. They are a vital element in the home of many. ... more
There isn't a more effective window covering product when it comes to light blocking than vinyl window shades. Blackout shades are designed specifically to block all light from a room. They are a vital element in the home of many. ... more
Why Purchase JCPenney Blinds?
JCPenney blinds...what is it about them that draws such a crowd? JCPenney blinds have been around about as long as JCPenney! And that's a long time. That gives them automatic credibility and the length of time in business tends to create a good reputation amongst consumers based on sheer longevity. ... more
JCPenney blinds...what is it about them that draws such a crowd? JCPenney blinds have been around about as long as JCPenney! And that's a long time. That gives them automatic credibility and the length of time in business tends to create a good reputation amongst consumers based on sheer longevity. ... more
How to Select Blinds
Window blinds and shades come in various styles and choices. Different factors can be used to select the correct window coverings for your windows.... more
Window blinds and shades come in various styles and choices. Different factors can be used to select the correct window coverings for your windows.... more
Custom Roman Shades are a Hot Ticket for Lavish Houses
There's not a room that won't benefit from the lavishness of custom Roman Shades. No matter your designer tastes, whether you like a room that looks like a room or a room that looks like a museum, custom Roman Shades will add style. Some of the hottest fabrics on the market are linen, satin and suede. Higher end companies will customize a fit to your specific windows to give a finished, elegant appearance.... more
There's not a room that won't benefit from the lavishness of custom Roman Shades. No matter your designer tastes, whether you like a room that looks like a room or a room that looks like a museum, custom Roman Shades will add style. Some of the hottest fabrics on the market are linen, satin and suede. Higher end companies will customize a fit to your specific windows to give a finished, elegant appearance.... more
Wood Window Blinds Offer Natural Design Benefits
What is it about wood window blinds that draws such a crowd of consumers in the market for window coverings? While there are numerous options on the market from roman shades to bamboo blinds to cellular shades...one of the most popular amongst the widest target market is still wood window blinds. ... more
What is it about wood window blinds that draws such a crowd of consumers in the market for window coverings? While there are numerous options on the market from roman shades to bamboo blinds to cellular shades...one of the most popular amongst the widest target market is still wood window blinds. ... more
Why Solar Window Shades are a Summer Favorite
Solar window shades were created so people could still enjoy the view out of their living room, bedroom or workspace, while controlling glare and the amount of heat that enters a space. New to the market are Designer Solar Window Shades. Designer window shades add a little spice to any room.... more
Solar window shades were created so people could still enjoy the view out of their living room, bedroom or workspace, while controlling glare and the amount of heat that enters a space. New to the market are Designer Solar Window Shades. Designer window shades add a little spice to any room.... more
Black Mini Blinds Change the Face of Decorating
Black mini-blinds are often overlooked in favor of more neutral colors like white, cream or wood colors. However, black mini blinds create a dramatic effect in any room. The benefits of black window treatments go beyond a ‘wow’ factor - they are also practical. The benefits of black mini blinds are:... more
Black mini-blinds are often overlooked in favor of more neutral colors like white, cream or wood colors. However, black mini blinds create a dramatic effect in any room. The benefits of black window treatments go beyond a ‘wow’ factor - they are also practical. The benefits of black mini blinds are:... more
Discount Mini-Blinds Provide Protection to Poverty Stricken Families
The statistics on poverty in the US are startling. According to the US Census Bureau, over 37 million people lived in poverty in 2007. Between 2000 and 2007 the number of those living in poverty increased by 6 million people. This is in the United States, one of the wealthiest nations in the world.... more
The statistics on poverty in the US are startling. According to the US Census Bureau, over 37 million people lived in poverty in 2007. Between 2000 and 2007 the number of those living in poverty increased by 6 million people. This is in the United States, one of the wealthiest nations in the world.... more
Custom Window Treatment Manufacturers Vs. Mega-Chain Stores
Mega stores move into town. They offer lower prices and wider selections than mom and pop stores and suddenly the mom and pop stores close down, taking money out of the local economy and sending it to multi-billion dollar corporations. Before you start spending your money in a mega-store, consider what smaller stores that specialize in a specific product have to offer. When it comes to window treatments would you rather have cheap, or would you rather have quality at discount prices with blinds that fit the exact specifications of your window? Here are a few reasons to shop at on-line custom window treatment stores.... more
Mega stores move into town. They offer lower prices and wider selections than mom and pop stores and suddenly the mom and pop stores close down, taking money out of the local economy and sending it to multi-billion dollar corporations. Before you start spending your money in a mega-store, consider what smaller stores that specialize in a specific product have to offer. When it comes to window treatments would you rather have cheap, or would you rather have quality at discount prices with blinds that fit the exact specifications of your window? Here are a few reasons to shop at on-line custom window treatment stores.... more
Wood Blinds vs. Magnetic Mini Blinds
Magnetic Mini Blinds have become a popular solution for people with steel doors. The magnetic brackets hold the mounting in place, thus eliminating the need to try to drill screws into the door. Sounds like a great solution, except magnetic brackets aren’t completely stable. They can fall down or tilt, as they get older. Magnetic mini blinds were intended to be short-term solution for window coverings. ... more
Magnetic Mini Blinds have become a popular solution for people with steel doors. The magnetic brackets hold the mounting in place, thus eliminating the need to try to drill screws into the door. Sounds like a great solution, except magnetic brackets aren’t completely stable. They can fall down or tilt, as they get older. Magnetic mini blinds were intended to be short-term solution for window coverings. ... more
Finding Cheap Venetian Blinds
Venetian blinds are slatted blinds designed to block light or let light in at varying degrees during the day. Today’s horizontal blinds are made in a variety of materials and price ranges. From aluminum to faux wood, to wood, these iconic window treatments have been standard blinds for windows in houses for decades.
... moreDrapery Styles
Most people aren’t aware of the variety of drapery styles available. From rod pocket drapery to ring top drapery - with clips or rings - to French pleat drapery and grommet drapery, there are styles to complete the look of any interior design. The following five styles are among the most popular:... more
Most people aren’t aware of the variety of drapery styles available. From rod pocket drapery to ring top drapery - with clips or rings - to French pleat drapery and grommet drapery, there are styles to complete the look of any interior design. The following five styles are among the most popular:... more
Woven Wood Roller Shades
Woven Wood Roller Shades are most often employed during the summer months or for homes in warmer climates. They allow light to filter in while minimizing glare and reducing the amount of heat that enters a home. Their style is always unique as the patterns in the wood vary with each window treatment made.... more
Woven Wood Roller Shades are most often employed during the summer months or for homes in warmer climates. They allow light to filter in while minimizing glare and reducing the amount of heat that enters a home. Their style is always unique as the patterns in the wood vary with each window treatment made.... more
Turning Window Treatments Into Art
Have you ever looked at your window treatments and thought – ehhh, they’re okay, but there is nothing exciting about them? It’s not just a matter of buying new window treatments or blinds or shades, to make your room pop, or to get your heart to quicken a little when you walk into a room, consider turning your window treatments into art. That’s right, art.... more
Have you ever looked at your window treatments and thought – ehhh, they’re okay, but there is nothing exciting about them? It’s not just a matter of buying new window treatments or blinds or shades, to make your room pop, or to get your heart to quicken a little when you walk into a room, consider turning your window treatments into art. That’s right, art.... more
Spring Window Treatments
Are you ready to update the look and feel of your home? One thing to consider is the sun’s glare. It can cause serious damage to our eyes, to our furniture. UV rays can be filtered to eliminate their fading power, all you need are some fabulous spring window treatments and you’ll be on your way! ... more
Are you ready to update the look and feel of your home? One thing to consider is the sun’s glare. It can cause serious damage to our eyes, to our furniture. UV rays can be filtered to eliminate their fading power, all you need are some fabulous spring window treatments and you’ll be on your way! ... more
