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The Need To Know Of Automated Shades
Home automation has revolutionized the interior design industry, and automated window treatments have become a popular choice for homeowners. Here is everything you need to know about automated shades.
Understanding Cordless
There are many reasons to choose a cordless option, whether it’s a personal preference or a precaution for Child Safety, cordless is a great option. Here’s a breakdown of each cordless option.
Should you cover egress windows?
These windows are used in emergency situations, like a fire, to allow an emergency exit or entrance for firefighters. So, should you cover them? Short answer, yes! The long answer: yes, with some considerations.
Window Coverings Lingo Made Easy
Do you know the lingo of window coverings? As the Forgotten Coast’s expert on custom-made window coverings, we’re here to help with a quick overview.
Our top 5 most frequently asked questions
Purchasing window treatments can be a daunting task for many people, especially when you have unanswered questions. Good news! Our Design Advisors are here to help answer your questions, address your concerns, and guide you to a selection that fits your home and your lifestyle.
Are shades included when buying a home?
When you’re selling your home, do you include your window treatments? When you’re buying, should you expect the draperies to be a part of the sale? We’ve got the answers.
Wood vs. Faux Wood Blinds
Blinds are often the first choice for many homeowners looking for new window treatments. In this quick post, we will explore the difference between the two most popular blind styles are and in what scenarios they work best.
National Window Coverings Safety Month
October is National Window Covering Safety Month, so there’s no better time than now to review one of our most commonly asked questions - what should I get if I have children (or pets) in my home?
Five Reasons To Buy Custom Treatments
Window treatments are everywhere - even if you don’t see them, so where do they come from? Here’s why you should invest in custom shades and blinds.
2021 New Materials Release
New Cellular Shade, Natural Woven Shade, and Roller Shade materials are here! Explore all of the new color options here.
Blinds vs. Shades - What Works For You?
When you first start looking for window treatments you may be confused by the terminology used and the numerous categories of products. To sum it up there are Shades, Blinds, and Shutters. So which is best for you?
Which Is The Right White?
White is always a good choice. It’s timeless and extremely versatile, which leads one to believe picking a white window treatment would be a walk in the park. However, once presented with the various whites available for your home you may feel a tad overwhelmed.
Shades of Green: Energy Efficient Treatments
Energy-efficient products are becoming increasingly popular with homeowners for a few reasons. First, energy-efficient treatments are better for the environment by reducing the amount of energy used to heat and cool a home. Secondly, they increase your comfort - not only in your home but also in your wallet.
10 Reasons To Update Your Windows
When is the last time you took notice of your window treatments? For most people, window treatments fade to the background of your home’s ambiance and we only notice when they’re ready to be replaced. Most treatments have a usable life of 7-10 years, depending on frequency of use. Other times, you may just be due for an update. Here are 10 reasons to explore new window treatment options.
What To Do With Window Treatments In A Hurricane?
Floridians are accustom to preparing for hurricanes. We all have checklists we go through when a hurricane in imminent. Occasionally, as seen over the years, all we can do is protect our property and ourselves to the best of our ability and focus on minimizing damaged. Here’s a tip that may surprise you - close your window treatments.
Pet Approved Window Treatments
There are so many options for window treatments it can be hard to choose what treatment works best for you. We’ve done some of the hard work for you and compiled a list of window treatments that work best for you and your furry family member.
Inside Mount vs. Outside Mount
Selecting window treatment can be overwhelming at times and it’s important to know what type of treatment you’re looking for. One of the age-old questions we get is should we pick inside or outside mount and what do those mean? There are pros and cons to inside and outside. This post will help you decide which mount is best for you.