For many of us, lockdown means looking: gazing at the views outside our windows, the traffic and the trees, with thoughts of post-pandemic life dancing through our heads. We ought to give some thoughts to those windows too, whether they are panes, sheets, or entire walls of glass. Read full article
Whether your style is traditional, modern or contemporary, these window treatment trends for 2020 are sure to excite you. But with so many options, it can be hard to decide which looks are right for your home. That’s why we’ve rounded up the latest window treatment trends to provide some breathtaking inspiration. Read full article
Cleaning your windows might seem like an easy task—spray on some cleaning solution, wipe, repeat—but if you really want the most sparkling, streak-free glass possible, there are some pro tips you should know. Read full article
If you live on a busy street with lots of traffic noise or in a duplex or condo with noisy neighbors, soundproofing your home may be the solution. Here three quick soundproofing tips. Read full article
QUARANTINED AS we are, you’ve likely cleaned your quarters so thoroughly you expect a lightning-bolt worth of Marie Kondo’s sparky joy. It’s indisputably gratifying to have tossed expired food cans and vacuumed the scuzz from between sofa cushions. But when self-satisfaction wanes, your décor remains…the same. Read full article
To prevent injuries and deaths from blind cord strangulation, new regulations have banned the sale of corded blinds in America. The most hazardous parts of blinds are pull cords, looped cords and chains, inner cords, and lifting loops for roll-up blinds. Read full article
Energy-saving window coverings can cut your home heating and cooling costs in a number of ways. They block the sun out in summer (when sunlight turns into unwanted heat) and allow sunlight in during the winter (when you want the solar heating). Read full article
Learn the pros and cons of today’s most popular window treatment styles before you buy. Read full article
When it comes to decorating windows, you should focus on style and functionality. Windows allow the light in, but sometimes, and especially in the hot summer days we want to darken the area and prevent the room from heating up. That is why you need shutters, curtains, drapes or anything of the sort. And today,…
Ever feel like your neighbors are just a little too interested in what’s happening at your place? Maybe they give you that awkward half-smile and wave every single time they pass your front window, or linger watering their garden for hours when you’re outside trying to relax. Read full article