Whats HOT and NOT with Roman shades

Roman shades have been around for a long time. Some say they evolved from the days of the Roman Empire named because of the large retractable awnings used in Rome’s Coliseum for sun protection. Another story is roman shades were used, as wet cloth that was draped over the windows of those that lived in [...]

Roman Shades Inside vs Outside Mount

Inside vs outside mounted roman shades. How do you know which way to go. Well it depends on a couple of things.   First…how deep is your window. If you have about an inch of depth then you can do an inside mount roman shade. This is fine but if you want the shade to be [...]

Combining Roman shades, valance can obscure ugly view

Combining Roman shades, valance can obscure ugly view Regardless of how nicely decorated the interior of a home is… the view of the outdoors is often out of the hands of the homeowner. Whether it be a neighbors unkempt yard or a less than ideal landscape, there are ways to mask what’s outside by making [...]

Are Room Darkening Shades Really Room Darkening

When we think of window treatments such as curtains, blinds and shades, we are usually thinking about their decorative value and the privacy they can afford us. But what about their room darkening value?… Most curtains and drapes will give you the privacy you seek and they may even have some light-cutting properties but if [...]

Window treatments for Bay Windows…What you need to know before you buy

I have seen a lot of good information on the Internet offering suggestions based on needs and style for window treatments for bay windows. It is pointed out that window treatments for bay windows in the front of your house looking out into a street may be different than the rear overlooking a yard or [...]