What’s the easiest way to reduce HVAC costs and help protect the environment? Well, choosing the right window treatment can go a long way. Here’s how to choose the most energy efficient blinds and shades for your home. According to the Department of Energy, about 30% of your home’s heating energy gets lost through the windows. But a good quality…
There are lots of reasons to love window treatments – they give you privacy, help control light levels, and can add a touch of elegance to any home design. But here’s an aspect you might not have considered before. What do your window treatments look like from the outside? And which blinds and shades will look best from the street?…
Have you been looking for shades with privacy, but can’t seem to make up your mind? Maybe blackout shades are a little too much and solar shades just don’t do enough. You don’t want your room looking like a cave, but sometimes your current shades don’t block out enough. We’re here to help! If you’re interested in the shades that…
Some of our most popular window treatments are motorized blinds. Instead of being controlled by a handle or pulley system, you can adjust these window blinds and shades with the touch of a button. Sounds good, right? But it’s not just about convenience. Here are 4 reasons why we love motorized blinds. #1 Safe for kids and pets If you…
Two weeks ago, we introduced the basic types of shutter: louvered, board and batten, or European-style panel shutters. This week, we’re taking a closer look at some of the best shutter types for South Florida homes. Find the window covering that works best for you! California shutters or Plantation shutters Plantation shutters, also known as California shutters, are the most…
We know that choosing window coverings can be daunting. There are so many different types of blinds, shades, and shutters… but which ones are right for you? That’s why, in a series of three blogs, we’re going to describe and compare every type of shutter available. Take a look – we’re sure you’ll find something you like! Basic shutter types…
We often talk about blinds as a way to manage your light levels. But did you know that blinds can also help to manage the temperature of your home – and your energy bills? In today’s post, we look at three ways to improve your window insulation, to maintain the perfect temperature and use less energy. #1 Install double glazing…
So you’ve invested in a new set of blinds – and you’re really happy with them. Here’s how to care and maintain for a new set of blinds so that they last as long as possible. #1 Clean and dust blinds regularly Spend a few minutes with a duster and soft cloth to keep your blinds clean and dust-free. And…
When you’re decorating a new home or office, you quickly realize that there’s a huge variety of blinds and shades out there. Feeling a little lost? Don’t worry! We’re here to explain… starting this week with the difference between macro blinds and micro blinds. What are macro blinds? “Macro” simply means “big”. So macro blinds have extra-large slats. They’re usually…
Ideas Your ceiling can be overlooked (pardon the pun) but has an effect on the entire look and feel of the home! We often consider our ceilings to be merely protection for our rooms, sitting blank at the tops of your walls. They really are a fifth wall that you can use to add an extra layer of decoration in…