All modern conveniences, at one time or another, felt silly and over-the-top. A machine to open your tin cans? A remote control for your garage door? A propane tank for your grill? However, these futuristic inventions soon became part of the culture, and now, it’s strange when people don’t have them. So welcome to the…
Read MoreWindow Coverings: Chic, Stylish, Economical?
Window treatments always spruce up a room’s interior design. They add a little style and décor to an otherwise drab area of the home. Windows aren’t typically exciting and they only provide one clear function: to let the light in. Not only does this look boring (unless you live in a very scenic area), it…
Read MoreTradition and Function: The Estate Shutter
If you’re looking for a classic combination of traditional interior design and effective, functional window coverings, look no further. Estate shutters, previously called plantation shutters, are some of the most proven window coverings you’re ever going to find. They provide privacy, protection, great looks, and convenient use, all rolled up into one. For rock solid…
Read MoreBlackout Curtains: Day Becomes Night
How many times has this happened to you? You come home from a long day of work, grab a snack, and sit to watch a little TV. When you’re ready for bed, you go to your room, set your alarm and get under the covers. As you begin to doze off, you are awakened by…
Read MoreChoosing the Right Window Treatment
Choosing a window used to be easy. You chose a framing style to fit the architecture and that was about it. Windows were single-paned, one piece of glass per sash, with an extra storm sash often placed behind for insulation. Today, the options can get a bit complicated, but choosing the right window treatment can…
Read MoreBamboo Blinds Are Beautiful, Earth Friendly Window Treatments
It’s hard to find an industry these days where bamboo hasn’t made an inroad. Be it building timbers or cutting boards, the hardwood qualities and attractive appearance of bamboo is turning heads. Window blinds are no exception. That warm, natural, tropical feel of bamboo is especially well suited to use as a window treatment. And…
Read MoreAll About Wood Blinds – Styles & Benefits
Wood blinds are some of the most attractive and effective window treatment options on the market. For starters, they create a natural, warm feeling in any room they are installed. Add to that their availability in a wide variety of styles, stains, colors, sizes and even materials, and its clear why they have become a…
Read MoreCurtain Tracks
Though most often seen in commercial settings, the curtain track is becoming more popular in modern homes. The easy smooth operation of a curtain track is very desirable, and for anyone who wants ceiling-to-floor curtains, it is often the most practical choice. Curtain Tracks around the Home In a residence, a curtain track is most…
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