Window Treatment Ideas & How-Tos

Two men are putting tint on a window.
Every adult Los Angeleno knows what it’s like to drive into a blinding late afternoon sun. Frightening. Frustrating. Extremely unpleasant. That same glare can invade your home if you have large picture windows, an open western or southern exposure, or live in an area with lots of reflective surfaces, such...
A person cleaning wooden blinds with a brush.

Wood blinds lend warmth and elegance to a room but can lose their luster over time. Unlike their vinyl and metal brethren, simple wipe-downs won’t do to keep them clean.

They need loving care, like your prized furniture. Plus, they’re exposed to sunlight, dust, grease, and kitchen grime daily.

A white awning on the side of a house.
Awnings possess a timeless elegance that transcends passing design trends. Their myriad styles, colors, and materials can enrich any architectural aesthetic, from traditional to contemporary. They blend form and function effortlessly, providing weather protection and shade while enhancing a property’s exterior. Furthermore, technological advancements in the awning industry, such as...
A Japanese wooden table in front of a window.
Are you looking to infuse more Asian Chi into your home? An excellent start is to dress your windows the Asian way. In this blog, we’ll explore several Asian-inspired ideas to transform your windows and create a captivating Eastern ambiance. No need to update your passport. We’ll bring Asia to...
A man cleaning blinds with a vacuum cleaner.
Your window blinds take care of you. They filter harsh sunlight, insulate against the heat and cold, and block prying eyes. But do you take care of them in return? Like everything else in the house, horizontal blinds need maintenance and cleaning — not as much as your finicky dishwasher,...
Sun-protective glass in an office building
SunScreen solar screening has dramatically reduced cooling costs for the Wachovia Building, an 11-story office building in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Building Manager Bill Highsmith said energy costs have been cut by approximately $3,000 per month since SunScreen was installed in mid-1990. In addition to saving energy, the 800 charcoal SunScreens...
A digital painting of an old car on a street corner.
Jack Pitson, co-owner of Aero Shade for the past three years, isn’t kidding when he says that his business has 200 years of experience. Between himself, his partner Mario Soulema, and their nine other employees, 200 years might even be a low guess. Made up of three 50-year-old businesses, including...
A painting of a street scene with a car parked in front of a store.
Back Then: Drivers and vehicles stand at the ready in front of Coast Venetian Blinds on Santa Monica Boulevard. The company has since changed location and is now owned by Aero Shade, but the service remains the same. Over 200 years of experience distinguishes the staff at Aero Shade, which...