Window Blinds Manufacturers Introduce Even Safer Cordless Options

Manufacturers of window treatments have become increasingly concerned with reports of the dangers of dangling cords from window shades and blinds. Toddlers, with their boundless curiosity, are the most common victims but older children, newborns, and even pets are in danger....

Feng Shui and Your Window Shades

Many decorators use the principle of "feng shui" to create a room that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also conducive to the health and happiness of the residents. Whether you believe in the concepts or not, feng shui can help you turn a room into an energetic and pleasing space....

Push the Limits when Decorating Your Apartment

It's easy to feel creatively stifled when living in a rental property. Other than hanging a few pictures on the wall, there isn't much you can do to decorate. Or is there? Most people don't realize there are many changes they can make, from painting to installing new window shades, as long as the manager agrees....

Wood Blinds: Three Unique Decor Styles That Bring Out Their Natural Beauty

Wood blinds are durable, easy to clean, and provide a warm and natural look that other window blinds can't match. Today's faux wood products are nearly indistinguishable from real wood and provide more durability at a lower cost. However some styles benefit from the use of true wood....

Films Add Variety to Ho-Hum Window Blinds

Selecting window treatments means carefully balancing form and function. You want window shades that compliment your decor yet offer the privacy, energy efficiency, and light control that you need. Sometimes that balance can be frustrating as you have to sacrifice one or the other to find a compromise. This is particularly true when balancing privacy and light....

Tips for Decorating Kids' Bedrooms

Picking a decor for young children isn't like decorating the rest of your house. Your taste might run anywhere from minimalist contemporary to ornate Victorian, but that doesn't meant your kids want the same style in their rooms. Different decisions are made when choosing furnishings and window blinds for children....

Creating Safe Indoor Air for Your Baby

The American Lung Association says that breathing problems are the number one cause of death in babies less than a year old. Babies are particularly vulnerable to biological and chemical pollutants and special care should be taken when decorating your home, especially the baby's room....

Two Alternatives to Pure Wood Blinds That Reduce Energy Costs and Increase Durability

Wood blinds have long been popular for reducing heat and light from penetrating windows and into homes. The thickness and heat absorbing qualities of wood make it a natural choice for insulating rooms from the hot afternoon sun, reducing energy costs. However, in recent years, new technologies have made wood blinds even more energy efficient....

Energy Efficient Window Shades Save You Money

If your roof was leaking you would get it fixed right away. However, most homes today have serious leaks in other areas of their home that their owners ignore. Most homes are leaking, no gushing, energy out of their inefficient windows....

Find Window Blinds That Fit Your Personal Style

Room decor requires balance between form and function. Window blinds block light, save energy, and protect privacy. If that's all you needed you could nail boards over your windows. Instead you want window shades that are functional and reflect your personal style....