Archive for August, 2008

Arch Shades

written by Jane on 08.23.08

Today I measured an arch window for a shade.  Not everyone knows that we have arch shades that are stationary and arch shades that are moveable.  The most energy efficient arch shades are cellular shades.   If the arch is very high and you don’t need to ever open the shade, then the stationary shade [...]

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Tailored Valances

written by Jane on 08.16.08

Tailored valances are another choice when trying to accent your windows.  Many of our customers don’t want a poufy look and often don’t realize there are many tailored or flat designs available.   Actually there are two areas of visual impact on a tailored valance.  One is the pleat and one is the space between [...]

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Grommeted Panels

written by Jane on 08.09.08

I have many customers interested in grommets on their draperies or panels instead of pleats.  This is certainly a more contemporary look and shows off a decorative rod nicely.  It also stacks into a smaller space on the sides.   When grommets are used at the top of the drapery, the fullness is created by [...]

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Skylight Shades

written by Jane on 08.04.08

The sunny weather has brought in many customers who have skylights.  They are lovely most of the year, and usually privacy is not an issue, but the heat does pour in.  Often they are in bathrooms and kitchens – hot and steamy places already.   The best solution we have found is cellular shades.  You [...]

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