Replace or Repair Vertical Blinds, Wilmington, NC
The home decor question: Can vertical blind vanes be repaired or does the entire blind need to be replaced? The home decor solution: Both options are available depending on the situation. However, before making a decision there are a few factors to consider for your Wilmington, NC home. Vertical blinds became a very popular window treatment in the 70′s and maintain that popularity today. Vertical blinds are available in different types of material such as PVC, vinyl, fabric, and wood. The type of material used and the thickness of the vanes can determine the durability of the blind. One common problem with vertical blinds is that they can break where they attach to the carrier on the head rail. Pets that like to chew can also damage some...
Window Coverings for the Modern Home, Wilmington, NC
An interesting quote by Ben Stein says, “The first step to getting the things you want out of life is this: Decide what you want.” This statement agrees with the thought of interior designer Melissa Gilbert in speaking about choosing a modern window treatment for the modern home. She points out that “homeowners need to deliberate the purpose of window treatments before deciding on a style, privacy, light control, acoustical benefits, and installation, these are all the issues that should be accounted for.” She also mentions, “The key is simple, tailored, and functional.” Woven wood window treatments are considered a good choice for the modern home. They are made of environmentally responsible fabrics and...
Dream Window Coverings, Wilmington, NC
If money were no object, what type of window covering would you select for your Wilmington, NC home? It is exciting to dream about the possibilities. Window treatments that fall into this category are made with material of high quality, skilled craftsmanship, and dollar for dollar can add to the over all value of your home. When choosing a window covering that fits the above description, the first choice for many would be plantation shutters. Shutters have been described by some as fine furniture for your home. Custom designed shutters made of hardwoods such as cherry, cedar, and bass are some of the finest window coverings for your money. Hunter Douglas offers “Heritance” hardwood shutters that can be custom finished with 100...
Blind Control Options for Window Shades, Wilmington, NC
When choosing the right window treatment for your Wilmington, NC home, it is important also to consider what type of blind control features will best fit your decor and your family’s needs. Some of the more popular window treatment blind control options are: motorized, continuous loop, cordless, TDBU, and wand/cord systems. Motorized and remote blind control systems have become more affordable and easy to use because of advancements in window treatment technology. This system is designed to be used with a battery powered wireless remote control or a switch mounted on a wall that controls a motor that is within the window treatment. With a touch of a button, all the blinds can be raised or lowered individually or as a group. A traditional...
Faux Iron for Shutters and Arch Windows Wilmington, NC
Designers around the world have long admired textures for the way they add design, depth, and character, to a home. There are virtually endless combinations of fabric, texture, and color to choose from when thinking about home fashion. Window treatments are no exception. With the variety of shades, blinds, drapes, and shutters to choose from, any decor can be yours. A somewhat recent addition to window treatments is the availability and affordability of faux iron inserts for shutters and specialty windows such as arches, transoms, and sidelights. Any room of the house is dressed up with the added texture and design of Tableaux Faux Wrought Iron. Tableaux Faux Wrought Iron products are constructed out of 100% post industrial recycled wood fiber...
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