What Are Arch Window Treatments? Finding stylish and affordable arch window treatments has always been the goal of many interior designers and homeowners. Due to the variances in radius and craftsmanship, not every arch window is exactly the same. In order to overcome this obstacle, you must either purchase an arch window treatment that is custom...

The Importance Of Valances For Windows If you have invested any amount of time or energy into the interior design of your home, then you understand how the right window treatment can really pull together a room, and valances for windows are no exception.  But you might be wondering, what exactly are valances for windows, and how are they different...

Choosing Ready Made Blinds Ready made blinds refer to any type of blinds, shades, or drapery that have been pre-made at the factory to fit popular window sizes.  The ready made blinds industry has made it easy for homeowners to find beautiful window treatments quickly and easily.  Compared to the alternative of having a professional visit and measure...

What Are Roman Blinds? Roman blinds, sometimes called Roman shades or fabric shades, are a very popular type of modern window treatment that accentuates simplicity and a minimalistic approach to interior design. Roman blinds get their name from a style of awning that was used in the first century AD at the Roman Colosseum. As spectators grew weary...

Choosing The Right Modern Window Treatments Modern window treatments are not about having the trendiest house on the block.  Modern window treatments are a way of reflecting the delicate balance of beauty, functionality, and simplicity.  If you’re tired of the drab neutral colors of your current interior design, creating a more comfortable and inviting...

Switching To Modern Curtains Whatever your reason for choosing modern curtains, you’ve come to the right place.  Many people find that traditional interior design becomes to boring and bland to keep life interesting.  When guests visit, you want your home to stand out among a sea of neutral colors, plain mini-blinds, and frilly curtains.  Your...

Choosing The Right Kitchen Window Treatments Picking the best kitchen window treatments takes a little more effort than other rooms of the house.  Certain environmental factors must be considered in the kitchen such as steam, fumes, smoke and even fire hazards.  Having low hanging drapes with frills are not only a fire hazard, but are also very difficult...

What Are Kitchen Valances? Kitchen Valances are type of drapery that are put on a separate rod above a window’s curtains or blinds to create a more professional looking transition from window treatment to wall.  Most kitchen valances are made up of a piece of fabric 8-12 inches long that hangs out over the window opening 3-4 inches.   The result...

Choosing The Right Kitchen Blinds The kitchen is host to all kinds of potentially damaging elements to kitchen blinds.  When you consider all of the steam, moisture, smoke, fumes, and splatter it is no wonder choosing the right kitchen blinds is a difficult task.  Additionally, a beautiful kitchen is one of the first things potential home buyers look...

How To Make Shutters Like The Pros Learning how to make shutters can be a daunting task that should be left to the professionals. However, there is always value in trying new things and plantation shutters can make a great addition to any home. One of the benefits of learning how to make shutters is that there are a variety of skills that must be...