When it comes to drapery styles, the options can be overwhelming to say the least! A simple Google search will result in dozens of headers that will make your head spin. If you are looking for a simple guide to the most popular drapery header styles—you’ve come to the...
One of the biggest trends in window coverings right now that has created a buzz within the industry is the Zebra Shade. So what is a Zebra Shade? You can think of them as a hybrid of a standard blind and roller shade. Also referred to as a Layered, Dual, or Banded...
When you hear the term, “Designer Grille,” what comes to mind? Maybe a set of platinum, sparkly teeth a famous rapper would wear? Possibly a fancy outdoor cooking appliance? Both would make complete sense, however, today we are going to be discussing the stunning...
The most trending window covering product right now is without a doubt a Roller Shade. With their clean lines and functional use, roller shades are sure to fit in a clean and contemporary design. Gone are the old school shades that would flap up and spin on their...
Natural Shades, also known as Woven Wood Shades, have been around for decades, and some people might remember them looking something like this…. YIKES!!!! Thankfully, Natural Shades have come A LONG way since the originals and today’s shades in my opinion are...
Summer is right around the corner, which means more time to enjoy the outside! If you are looking for ways to upgrade your outdoor space, exterior patio shades are definitely something to consider. Here we will list 6 reasons why we absolutely love exterior solar...
Do you have an odd shaped window? Does one or more of your windows just not fit in? Most homes have at least one. Specialty shaped windows, windows that are not the traditional square and rectangle shape, are beautiful to look at but when it comes to covering them,...
Shutters, sometimes referred to as “Plantation Shutters,” are one of our absolute favorites, as well as one of the more popular window coverings sold here in San Antonio. However, just because we love them, does not mean that they are for everyone. Here we will break...
We enter many homes where our customers are completely unsure as to how to cover a tricky patio or sliding glass doors. Many are under the impression that the ONLY option is an old-school plastic vertical blind—of which most people prefer not to have. While these are...
1). ENERGY EFFICIENCY!!! Honeycombs Shades are best known for their great energy efficiency. An easy explanation for why they are superior insulators is because they create a pocket in front of the window. Think of a double pane glass compared to a single pane glass....
With so many window covering products available on the market, it is easy to find yourself confused and indecisive. One tough decision that our customers often face is whether to go with wood or faux wood blinds OR spend a little extra money on shutters. My hope is to...
Did you know that your brain actually shrinks in size when you chronically get less than 7 hours of sleep per night? YIKES! If that isn’t bad enough, studies have linked sleep deprivation to cancer, Alzheimer’s, insulin resistance, and depression. Conversely, research...