Window Treatment Tips and Tricks

Explore the key differences between real wood blinds and faux wood blinds.

What you’ll learn...

• What makes real wood so beautiful
• When faux wood makes more sense
• Features and options available

Let’s go through some of the most commonly asked questions about blackout shades.

What you’ll learn...

• Will blackout shades make my room pitch black?
• How dark will blackout shades make my room?
• What are the most popular blackout shades?

Cordless is a much sought after option many people look for in today’s window treatments.

What you’ll learn...

• Advantages of cordless
• Safety features
• How they operate

Depending on your decor, there are a number of products that are available to suit your needs. This article will concentrate on three specific styles of interior decor.

What you’ll learn...

• Four Styles for a Naturally Inspired Look
• Four Contemporary Styles for the More Modern Beach House
• Three Great Styles for the Classic Beach House

A common question many people ask is “Do people actually still buy vertical blinds?”

What you’ll learn...

• Are vertical blinds still relevant?
• Where do vertical blinds work best?
• Light control options

What window treatment options are there for sliding glass doors?

What you’ll learn...

• Options other than vertical blinds
• Benefits and considerations by type
• Do sliding glass doors require a window treatment that opens left to right?

The presence of wood in a space will incorporate natural beauty but is it ok to mix wood finishes in the same room?

What you’ll learn...

• Ways to keep the colors uniform
• Common color combinations
• Size of space considerations

Sometimes motorized isn’t just a trendy extra, but the best option.

What you'll learn…

• Increase access to hard-to-reach windows
• Benefits for anyone with limited mobility
• Working with room layouts

You can choose the same window treatment within the shared space, or you might prefer similar colors and fabrics.

What you’ll learn...

• The same window treatment can go on all your windows
• Why coordination is still important
• Options for location & size of the window