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In your luxurious hilltop home commanding a view of the valley, your windows are statement pieces. So are their curtains, which sweep dramatically toward the gleaming hardwood floor. Or at least that’s how you envision things as you daydream in your San Fernando Valley abode with a conspicuous view of...
Large windows, however glorious, can pose a problem for curtains. The sheer size of the window makes it hard to find ready-made curtains. Curtains for large windows tend to be heavier, necessitating sturdier curtain rods and hardware. Large windows admit more natural light, making it more difficult to find suitable...
Old photos reveal a very different America. Men wore dapper hats, women dressed to the nines, and every town had a quaint small business area, made all the more charming by the colorful awnings that marked every shop. Awnings did more than attract customers from down the street; in the...
Small rooms often feel cramped and dark. The right window treatments can transform them into cozy, bright, inviting havens. Window coverings aren’t just about aesthetics — they significantly impact a room’s atmosphere. The wrong window treatments can make a small room seem even smaller, while the right choices will open...
Curtains or shades?
It’s more than an aesthetic choice — each window treatment has pros and cons, including light control, noise insulation, ease of cleaning, and longevity.
In this blog, we’ll cover their respective strengths and weaknesses to help you make the best decision for your home.
Picture this: a scorching summer afternoon, the sun beating down on your patio pavement. Radiated heat blasts through your patio doors, making your home feel like a set from Lawrence of Arabia. In sun-soaked Los Angeles, sidewalk temperatures can reach well above 170 degrees F, almost hot enough to cook...
Nothing’s more pleasant than a quiet Sunday as you lounge by the new French doors of your home. You sip your coffee, take in the view, and bask in the morning sunlight… Unless it’s August in Southern California, and the sunlight feels like a blast from a smelting furnace. Worse,...
Modern art, modern music, and modern industrial design — they’re all so off-putting. Who would want yet another modern trend in the home? You would, because have you checked out the latest window treatments? They’re nothing short of stunning! Take, for instance, natural woven wood shades. They can make a...
The Beach Boys are an excellent start, but a coastal aesthetic involves more than grooving on surf tunes.
So, how can you introduce this coastal vibe to your home? You can incorporate coastal curtains into your decor. Along with a few throw pillows and seashell accents.
Cleaning blinds can seem a chore, but as Mary Poppins said, “In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun.” Okay, so maybe it’s never as fun as taking a cruise or binge-watching your favorite show, but mastering the right cleaning methods for different materials can...
When was the last time you enjoyed a good night’s sleep? It hardly helps that they expanded the road by your home, transforming a once-quiet strip into the Winternationals. And then there’s that kid racing by on his unmuffled motorcycle. Several times. Late at night. Fear not; we’ve got you...
A layered window treatment combines different types of window coverings on the same window to achieve a unique look and utility. It’s all about doubling up — think of it as accessorizing your windows. For instance, you could pair a light-filtering sheer curtain with a heavier, blackout drape to enjoy...