Window Treatment Ideas & How-Tos

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...