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Different Types of Windows

Different Types of Windows

You may not pay much attention to the windows in your home – especially if they aren’t leaking cold air in the winter and if they look good!  But, if you need to replace your windows, or if you you are building or remodeling your home, having a basic understand of the types of windowsContinue Reading

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No Sew Bedroom Valance

No Sew Bedroom Valance

Today’s post isn’t so much a “how-to” (because it will be pretty self-explanatory when you see the photos!), but a source of inspiration. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  Combining Window Treatments for Your Home

Guest Post: Combining Window Treatments for Your Home

Window treatments do more than make a home pretty.  In fact, they can serve the very important function of protecting your home and interior furnishings from sun damage.  With so many options on the market, you may be confused about what type of protection your home needs.  Today’s guest post offers a way to getContinue Reading

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Before and After:  Bow Window Cornice

Before and After: Bow Window Cornice

Bow and bay windows can be tricky little items.  Their angles make window treatments a challenge!  But, believe it or not, a window treatment for a bay or bow window can be pretty simple… Pin ItContinue Reading

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Before and After:  Bedroom Roman Shade

Before and After: Bedroom Roman Shade

Sometimes, the best window treatment is one that combines light control, privacy and beauty, all in one.  A Roman shade is one of those rare treatments that can take care of all three necessities on its own.  Check out the before and after photos of one recent project in a master bedroom… Pin ItContinue Reading

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What is Top-Down/Bottom-Up?

What is Top-Down/Bottom-Up?

You may have heard the term “top-down/bottom-up” if you’ve shopped for new window treatments recently.  This is a straightforward and versatile feature you may want to consider for at least some of the windows in your home. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  Be Empowered to Tackle That ‘Honey-Do’ List

Guest Post: Be Empowered to Tackle That ‘Honey-Do’ List

Today’s guest post comes to use from Bob the Blind Guy, Robert Ikhtiari.  Bob is an expert on window treatment installation, and offers some tips on how you can get at least some of that “honey-do” list done this weekend… Pin ItContinue Reading

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Pros and Cons of Sheer Window Shadings

Pros and Cons of Sheer Window Shadings

Sheer window shadings have been on the market for decades, and they continue to be one of the most popular options for window treatments in the home.  This is with good reason, since sheer shadings are also one of the most versatile products on the market. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Before and After:  Kitchen Window Treatment Upgrade

Before and After: Kitchen Window Treatment Upgrade

Looking for a way to upgrade your kitchen without spending a ton of money.  Read on for a peek at what I did in my own kitchen recently… Pin ItContinue Reading

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Pros and Cons of Sliding Panel Window Treatments

Pros and Cons of Sliding Panel Window Treatments

Patio doors, as many of you have found out, are ever the challenge to cover.  Whether sliding patio doors or swinging French doors, window treatments can be a challenge on these expansive glass doors.  And, wall-to-wall windows are equally challenging; what do you use to cover them?  Read on to learn about another option createdContinue Reading

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