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Which Window Treatments Are Right For You?

Posted by All About Blinds   |   July 25, 2014

window_treatments_right_for _youChoosing the right window treatments for your home means much more than simply complementing your décor.  While it’s true your decor need to fit with your interior style, todays options aren’t just about window dressing.  Choosing the proper shade, blind, or shutter can make a huge difference in your power bill as well as your overall comfort.  With innovations in materials used in modern and updated treatments of today, you can ensure your room offers privacy, delights, remains comfortable, and saves you money on your energy costs.  All are important factors when choosing customized treatments in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Topics: Blinds, Window Treatments, Shades, plantation shutters

Your Window Treatment Cleaning Guide

Posted by All About Blinds   |   February 24, 2014

window treatment cleaning guideProtecting your beautiful new window treatments and keeping them looking new require both basic routine maintenance and periodic deeper cleaning. This guide provides basic instructions for maintaining various popular styles of window coverings in the home.

Routine maintenance Essential periodic maintenance is the first course of action to preserve the optimum appearance of your Jacksonville blinds and other window coverings. Frequent gentle dusting with a manual duster or a vacuum cleaner is recommended for most types of shutters and blinds. Increase the frequency of your cleaning routine as needed.

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Topics: Blinds, Tips, Shutters, Shades

Tips for Selecting the Right Window Treatment for Each Room

Posted by All About Blinds   |   February 13, 2014

selecting the right window treatmentWhen it comes to designing the interior of a home with a type of Jacksonville blinds or shutters, it’s not enough to just have quality windows. How those windows are put together with treatments creates the finishing touch that leaves a lasting impression. Just as much as having a good choice in flooring makes a room, a window treatment makes the finish for an opening to the outside view. That being said, with so many choices available, people can be forgiven for getting confused quickly.

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Topics: Blinds, Window Treatments, Tips, Window Shades

5 Signs You Need New Blinds

Posted by All About Blinds   |   January 28, 2014

wood blinds Jacksonville, FLIn sunny Jacksonville, blinds are not just for show, they can be almost essential in blocking the midday glare. But like all things, blinds have a limited lifespan and yours may well be nearing the end of theirs. Even if they're in good shape, there might be a benefit in getting new ones. Here are five signs that it's time to start shopping for replacements.

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Topics: Blinds, Tips

Keeping the Cold Out (and the Heat In!)

Posted by All About Blinds   |   January 10, 2014

keeping the cold out and the heat inWinter blows cold through Jacksonville, and if it also blows cold through your living room, you need a way to stop it. Drafts come through walls, around doors and through windows. Windows with single panes and old window treatments can let cold air in, affecting the power of the heater to keep your Jacksonville home warm. Choosing to add insulating window treatments to your home can save you up to 50 percent on your energy costs.

You can fix the problem, even with a small budget, and the solution could eventually pay for itself in the energy savings. You have several options to consider, and all will help you save money on your electric bill while dressing up your windows. For an informed, free consultation, call an All About Blinds installer.

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Topics: Blinds, Tips, Shutters, Shades

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