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Graber Shades:  Free Bottom-Up/Top-Down Feature Upgrade

Graber Shades: Free Bottom-Up/Top-Down Feature Upgrade

If you are in the market for new window treatments, you may want to get in touch with your local Graber dealer.  Right now you can get a free upgrade to their bottom-up/top-down operating system.Continue 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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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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Window Treatments For French Doors

Window Treatments For French Doors

French doors, present some unique challenges when it comes to window treatments.  While they are easier to treat than sliding patio doors, the following tips will ensure that you choose the best treatment for your French doors. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Pros and Cons of Pleated Shades

Pros and Cons of Pleated Shades

Pleated shades bring softness to a window, while allowing filtered sunlight to brighten a room.  Although they are similar to cellular or honeycomb shades, there are notable differences you should be aware of before deciding which treatment is right for you… Pin ItContinue Reading

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Questions To Ask When Choosing Window Treatments

Questions To Ask When Choosing Window Treatments

You will find a zillion options available when you shop for window treatments.  Not only are there different brands and fabrics to choose from, there are also numerous different types of blinds and shades – not to mention custom treatments like draperies and valances.  While the options may seem overwhelming, there are, in fact, onlyContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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October Is Child Safety Month

October Is Child Safety Month

October is Child Safety Month, so there is no better time to check out your home for potential safety hazards.  Whether you have children living in your home full-time, or you are grandparents or caregivers who only occasionally have children visiting, ensuring your home is safe for the little ones will put your mind atContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Window Treatments for Sliding Patio Doors

Window Treatments for Sliding Patio Doors

Sliding patio doors are notoriously difficult when it comes to window treatments.  Clients ask me for new options all the time and, thankfully, there are several window treatment options that will help you control the light and privacy at your sliding patio door.Continue Reading

Pros and Cons of Woven Wood Shades

Pros and Cons of Woven Wood Shades

The use of texture in home interior design has been extremely popular over the past several years, with the use of natural materials up sharply, as well.  Woven wood or grass shades can be found everywhere – in traditional homes and contemporary settings.  Read on to find out the good, the bad and the uglyContinue ReadingContinue Reading

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Choosing a Window Treatment Color

Choosing a Window Treatment Color

I was asked to submit a guest post to the Blinds Chalet website, and my latest article was just posted!  It’s always an honor to be asked to share my design expertise.  🙂   Pin ItContinue Reading

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