Shopping for New Window Treatments: Where to Start
Every element of your décor contributes to a truly unique living space that perfectly suits your tastes and preferences, and your window treatments are not only a major part of your visual design strategy, but also a practical addition that helps you to control privacy and natural light. While it’s easy to understand the necessity […]
Privacy and Light Control with Your Solar Shades
If you happen to live in a sunny climate, you no doubt enjoy soaking up the vitamin D when sitting out by the pool or hiking your local environs. What you don’t necessarily want is solar rays streaming into your home all day – creating a glare, warming your interior to an uncomfortable temperature, and […]
How to dog-proof your window treatments
We have all seen the photos and videos of dogs wrapped up in blinds with guilty looks on their faces. We have contemplated bare windows. We have mourned expensive window treatments. Fortunately, there is a solution to this common problem: dog-proofing your window treatments. Here are a few ways to dog-proof your window treatments without […]
How natural light can affect productivity and your health
When it comes to office design, natural light has become a hot topic of conversation. Gone are the days of promoting fluorescent lighting and for good reason. Aside from the fact that natural light is more aesthetically pleasing than faux light, it has also been shown to positively affect productivity and health – two things […]
Closing your blinds up or down: which is best?
Many debates that are often seen as “trivial” have staunch supporters on each side; from the placement of a toilet paper roll to how one cuts a sandwich, these daily-task debates can turn even the most docile of individuals into a politician of sorts. Another “this or that” topic of conversation is whether blinds should […]
Hot Window Treatment Trends to Look Out for in 2019
If you’ve been living with the same décor for a few years and you’re looking for affordable, modern updates in the new year, you can transform the whole look of your home by simply upgrading to new window treatments. You’ll be amazed how new blinds, shades, or drapes can enhance the look of existing furnishings […]
The Many Benefits of Utilizing Natural Light Throughout Your Home
When we think about our home décor, we tend to focus on things like flooring, paint color, furniture, and accents like artwork and window treatments. Often, however, lighting is an afterthought, a merely functional addition to our homes, rather than an essential element of décor. With some forethought and planning, however, you can make the […]
Pairing Your Elegant French Doors with Custom Window Treatments
French doors are an elegant addition to any home, and they create a more sophisticated and luxurious interior style than, say, a simple sliding glass door. The double doors with segmented windows add classic appeal to your home, but they’re mostly windows, and while they provide a lovely view of your yard, they also offer […]
Matching Your Shutters to Your Home’s Design
Shutters are one of the best window treatments you can choose for your home interior. Not only are the slats made from solid materials, giving you optimal control over privacy and the amount of natural light coming in, but these products are sturdy and durable, providing the beautiful and long-lasting window dressings you prefer. In […]
How Woven Wood Shades Can Give Your Room a Natural Look
Custom shades that fit within your window frames provide every room with a luxurious, polished, high-end look. They also offer a lot of control over lighting and privacy, depending on the type of shades you choose. However, even fitted shades can make a room feel cold and impersonal if you don’t find ways to liven […]