Are you an everyday Martha Stuart? You know, one of those do it yourself creative people who can make better household items than you can find at the store. It so, I found a great (quick to the point) video that will help you design and make your very own set of Roman Shades.
When your looking for a bargain on window treatments, look no further than mini blinds. Mini Blinds are those aluminum blinds you probably recognize from when you were a kid or the ones you see in your office building. They are incredibly inexpensive when compared to other traditional window treatments but still function and offer clean-lines for the room.
Looks like it's going to be another hot summer and this time of year, I always get questions about the best kind of Shades for the home! I may be a little bias in my opinion because I'm going through a more minimalist "less is more" style in my life right now. Taking the more modern design approach that is very popular right now, I wanted to talk a little about Solar Shades for the home.
What's a good blind or shade for my modern home style? My house is a more minimalist style with dark wood floors and large glass windows... Kinda a fishbowl!
Child safety in the home is always on the mind's of all parents. With the growing technology in today's modern home, there are more threats than ever! Luckily, most of the basics have been taken care of through innovation. Take for instance the cabinet locks from when I was a kid that kept me out of the chemicals underneath the sink. It's probably because of those I'm still around to write this post! But on a more serious note, child safety innovation is so important in protecting our families.
People ask me all the time, "Nick, what are the best blinds for my home in terms of Wood vs. Faux Wood?" Well the answer to that question is not so cut and dry. However, I can help steer you in the right direction. In this post, we will examine the pros and cons of both wood and faux wood blinds to help you make your decision.
When I'm looking to do new remodeling projects around the house, I find myself asking, is this Eco-Friendly? Is this main stream America brain-washing me into a "Greener Tomorrow?" I doubt it! Embracing Eco-minded products is not just good for preserving the natural environment, but it's about creating a healthy living environment in your home as well.
While I didn't want to bore anyone with a word-for-word blog post on installing woven shades, I do have a great video online that is informative, quick and gives you a step-by-step approach!
Cellular Shades are made of great light filtering material and add energy efficiency to the home. But people always ask me, "Nick, can I install them myself or do I need a professional?" The answer is simple with these blinds... Save your money and do it yourself! Take a look at this great video I found. Then you tell me how easy it is to install cellular shades yourself.
Don't get me wrong my skylights are great in beautiful San Diego. But during the summer time it really heats up the house! Do they make shades that can keep out that excess heat from my skylights during the hot months?
I'm renovating my house and I'm looking to make upgrades that are "green" and energy efficient. I know window treatments reduce heat, which reduces the amount of cooling I need for my home. Therefore, saving me money, right? But which kind of blind or shade makes for the BEST energy efficient window treatment?
Color and Patterns are usually the first concern when choosing draperies for the home. Consider colors that are complementary to the home and reflect the look you are going for. Then choose a pattern to go along with your color to add contrast and depth for a more polished look.
