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It can be a frustrating venture when deciding on what type of window treatment is right for your rooms. Maybe you feel as if you are stuck in the wrong decade and your aesthetic preferences won’t quite fit with the room you want to spruce up. Maybe the many options for new window treatments are overwhelming. Rest assured that while there are a multitude of options for window coverings, there is no need to be intimidated.

Aesthetically, blinds and shutters can add a whole different dimension to any space. However, aesthetics is not the only reason homeowners consider installing custom window treatments. Custom window treatments can add privacy to any space, protect your furnishings from the sun, keep your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, and help you filter in beautiful natural light.

Solstice is a Latin word for “sun-stopping” or “sun stands still”. During a solstice the sun stays in the sky for a longer time than it usually does. This causes the sun to rise to the north of due east and set to the north of due west (and not at its usual points on the horizon). It occurs when the Earth’s axis tilts 23.5 degrees towards the sun, resulting in either the Tropic of Cancer in the north or the Tropic of Capricorn in the south to have the sun directly over them. This phenomenon is called summer solar solstice, when it happens during the summer time.

Your room is your sanctuary for sleep and relaxation. The atmosphere you experience before you fall asleep each night and wake up to each morning can alter what the rest of your day will be like. Whenever you feel it is time to update or replace the window treatments for your bedroom, there are several things you will need to take into account such as privacy, light control, child or pet proof options, budget, maintenance, desired atmosphere, if you want to fit the newest window treatment trends, and more.  For whichever options you are looking for, or concerns you may have, All About Blinds is here to help you.