Window Shades

There was a time when curtains were the only kind of window covering available for your home. Although curtains can be very pretty and add a nice look to your home, they can also be highly inconvenient. Having to contend with yards of fabric and trying to keep it from flying away with the wind [...]

Bamboo shades are made from various natural resources such as rattan, jutes, reeds and bamboo and are usually defined within the categories of natural Roman blinds or woven wood blinds. Bamboo shades bring about a mystical Asian flair within them thus generating greater authenticity in the oriental atmosphere created. However, some bamboo shades have the [...]

The most energy efficient of all types of window shades, perhaps even most window treatments, is cellular shades. As these shades are made from a honeycomb fabric, they also go by the name of honeycomb shades. Here’s a look at some of the features and benefits of putting cellular shades in your home. Features of [...]

Tired of the same old shades on your windows? Is the smooth and flat look of regular blinds and shades making your home seem very boring and dull? Well, fret no more. With pleated shades, you no longer have to contend with one dimensional and plain looking shades or blinds. Pleated shades are shades that [...]

Shades are a fabulous choice for your window treatment if what you are looking for is something different, but at the same time, practical. Your windows form an integral aspect of your home décor and need as much attention as do other things such as your lighting, furniture etc. A well done window treatment can [...]

Window shades are a kind of treatment for your windows that allows you to have a nice utilitarian covering and also something to enhance your home décor with. You can lower and raise the window shades depending on whether you are seeking solitude or not. They are also ideal for controlling outdoor light coming into [...]

Having a skylight is ideal for reducing the usage of artificial lights in the day and perfect for stargazing at night. Yet, during the cold winter nights, the loss of indoor heat through skylights can be a problem, moreover because of the extras in heater bill. Having curtains won’t help since the skylights are too [...]