Ready or Custom Made Window Treatments, Which? Wilmington, NC

     The answer to this question depends on several factors. First, it is important to know the difference between ready and custom made window treatments. It is also important to consider the type and size of the windows in your Wilmington, NC home. Other factors to consider are the style and design of window treatments you have in mind and how much you want to spend.      Ready-made window treatments are those that are made in mass quanities and come in only specific and at times limited sizes, colors, and features. Generally, these type of window treatments can be cut down to fit the size window you need, or make them work with the window size you have. When choosing ready-made soft window treatments look for the quality of thread, material and lineing...

Window Treatments That Are Right For Your Home, Wilmington, NC

     Why is it important to know what window treatments are right for your home here in Wilmington, NC? This is because there are thousands of window treatment styles, colors, materials, and design options to choose from. These many choices can be confusing and at times overwhelming. So, how do you decide which window treatment  is right for your needs? The first item to consider is, your budget. How much do you want to spend. This can be determined by the amount and size of the windows you want to cover and whether you are thinking about standard or custom window coverings. With any decision it is important to consider the quality of material and quality of production which can add to the overall cost. For example, some experts say that to purchase quality...

Save Money with Exterior Solar Shades, Wilmington, NC

     A quote by Russel Baker expresses an accurate thought when speaking about summer, “Ah, summer what power you have to make us suffer and like it.”  This is certainly accurate when we think about the enjoyable days of summer, spending time with family and friends. However, the heat and at times extreme temperature may cause us to suffer. What can be done to help make our homes here in Wilmington, NC, more comfortable during that time of year?      Some have seen the wisdom of installing exterior solar shades on their windows, patios, and porches to help with summer’s heat and glare. For example, the most energy efficient home in the country shown on FOX TV  in Chicago uses solar controlled window shades to reduce energy costs....

Faux Wood or Real Wood Blinds, Which? Wilmington, NC

     In these difficult economic times, many are interested in spending money wisely. One way this can be accomplished is by using comparison-shopping. It is important to think not only about the price of an item, the quality of an item, but also what works best for your budget and lifestyle. This is certainly true when purchasing window treatments for your Wilmington, NC home.      For example, the first decision when shopping for blinds is to decide between real wood or faux wood. The obvious difference between these blinds is the materials they are made of. Real wood blinds are made of real hardwood, such as basswood, cherry, and maple. Faux wood (which means imitation), are made out of vinyl, vinyl compounds, and a combination of wood and vinyl. Here...

Austrian, Balloon, London, Shades Bright Ideas For Your Home, Wilmington, NC

     The best looks start with bright ideas. From sunny kitchens to whole houses one bright idea is to restyle the window treatments in your Wilmington, NC home.      One smart and affordable window treatment is the versatile roman shade. Roman shades make a great choice because they are available in a variety of color, fabric, and design, adapting to any decor. Levelor offers roman shades in two styles, Flat and Hobbled. A Hobbled roman shade is one that has permanent pleats and is a more traditional style. A Flat roman shade is often chosen when looking for a clean modern design.      Other fabric shades that can quickly restyle your home are the Austrian, Balloon, and London  shades. The Austrian shade brings to mind the opulent style of a Viennese...

Are Your Windows Ready For Summer? Wilmington, NC

          Are your windows ready for summer? If your family is interested in energy conservation, focusing on the type of  window treatments  in your home is important. Up to 50% of a home’s heating and cooling energy exits through windows. Heat always flows from warm areas to cooler areas. Summer heat from roofs and walls travel from outside to inside your home. While it is not possible to stop this completely you can slow the rate by using materials that can restrict a percentage of the heat flow. R-Value is the measure of insulation’s ability to resist heat traveling through it and relates to the ability of a material to reflect light and heat out of the home. The higher the R-Value the better the thermal performance of the insulation....