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6 Affordable Patio Shade Ideas

March 15th, 2024

Room-Specific Coverings, Styles & Designs

Installing the right patio shades is essential in transforming your patio into a comfortable, year-round haven for relaxation and entertainment. And achieving this vision without breaking the bank can be a real challenge.

Follow along as we show how to transform your outdoor space with 6 affordable patio shade options.

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Types of Awnings: Which Is Right for Your Space?

January 24th, 2024

Awnings, Styles & Designs

Awnings are more than functional additions to your outdoor space. They’re style statements that can transform how you experience and use different areas of your home. They’re also an investment and much harder to swap out than a new rug or piece of furniture. So before you take the awning...

Measuring for Curtains for a Perfect Fit

January 22nd, 2024

Curtains, Installation & DIY Guides

Are you ready to give your windows a stylish makeover with curtains that fit like a glove? It starts with accurate measurements. But measurements of what, exactly, and from where to where? An inch or two short, and you’ve got the window treatment equivalent of flood pants. It’s too long,...

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10 Affordable Window Treatments That Look Expensive

January 21st, 2024

Curtains, Installation & DIY Guides, Shades

Maybe you’ve just moved into a fixer-upper and don’t yet have the scratch for those high-end window covers you’ve always wanted. Or maybe a new sectional sofa and 98″ OLED TV will take priority in your redecorating strategy. Either way, we’ve got you covered with ten budget-friendly window treatment ideas...

The 4 Best Arched Window Treatments for Fashion & Function

December 31st, 2023

Comparisons & Buying Guides, Curtains, Roller Shades, Room-Specific Coverings, Shutters, Venetian Blinds

Arched windows are architectural gems.

They’re also an architectural nuisance if you can’t find the right window treatments.

No one wants an uncovered eye-level window, but so many coverings detract from that graceful arched form. What’s a homeowner to do?

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Reviving Elegance: How to Incorporate Vintage Curtains into Modern Decor

December 21st, 2023

Curtains, Decor & Design

One of the easiest and best ways to commingle the old and new is to incorporate vintage curtains into modern home decor. Lace curtains paired with geometric-patterned furniture can create an elegant fusion of the past and present. Florals can add a splash of color and soften the stark lines...

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Wood Vs. Composite Shutters: Choosing the Ideal Window Treatment

December 20th, 2023

Comparisons & Buying Guides, Shutters

No one disputes the natural beauty of natural wood, but composite shutters come close in the aesthetics department. In certain situations, they may be a better choice. Here, we’ll dig into the pros and cons of wood and composite shutters to help you make the right decision for your home...

Understanding Curtain Pleat Styles: How Do They Differ?

December 19th, 2023

Curtains, Decor & Design

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...

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10 Best Curtain Ideas for Large Windows

December 19th, 2023

Curtains, Decor & Design

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...

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How Business Awnings Attract Customers & Boost Your Brand

December 13th, 2023

Awnings, Styles & Designs

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...

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Small Room Window Treatments to Amplify Your Space

December 12th, 2023

Cellular Shades, Curtains, Decor & Design, Roller Shades, Roman Shades, Styles & Designs, Venetian Blinds

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 Vs. Shades: Finding the Perfect Window Coverings for Your Home

December 10th, 2023

Blackout Shades, Cellular Shades, Comparisons & Buying Guides, Curtains, Decor & Design, Roller Shades

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.