Window Covering Basics
Browse tips from our experts at Blinds To Go to learn more about different styles and options for your home.
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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?
What you’ll learn...
- Your style choices
- Why coordination is still important
- Options for location & size of the window
What you’ll learn...
- Options other than vertical blinds
- Benefits and considerations by type
- Why panel tracks are a great alternative
window covering basics
ROLLER SHADES VS. HONEYCOMB SHADES: WHICH ARE BEST FOR KIDS?

What you’ll learn...
- Visual differences between roller shades and cellular/honeycomb shades
- Pros and cons of roller shades for children
- Pros and cons of cellular/honeycomb shades for children
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FOUR EASY WAYS TO CHILD-PROOF YOUR WINDOWS

What you’ll learn...
- Tips to make your home safe for little ones
- Which areas in the home are often overlooked in child-proofing
- The importance of high-quality window treatments in homes with children
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