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Window Treatments Ideas – How to Decorate Bay Windows

Dudley DoLight — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 09:32:48 +0000

In deciding on what window treatments to use in decorating bay windows, consider what you want to place in the angled space under your bay window. Window seats with fabric-covered foam cushion are popular additions to bay windows. Bay windows are several windows that are angled to allow for a piece of furniture to fit in the space such as a window seat or a chaise lounge. They can look striking and glamorous with draperies and window coverings. If you think about the look you want to create in the entire room, decorating bay windows is easier.

Plantation shutters to each window are one way to accentuate bay windows. Have you heard of these shutters before? Well, they are simply louvers or jalousies that come in various shapes and sizes to adapt widely different shapes of windows and doors. Traditionally, plantation shutters are window shades and blinds made from broad slats of wood assembled in a solid frame. The design promotes free flow of air while creating shade to keep the interior cool. Roman shades and cafe curtains drapes are just some of the window treatments that can be used when decorating bay windows. Roman shades are a type of window coverings designed to help block the sun and shade the room. They can be raised and lowered with a cord, allowing portions of the window to be exposed while blocking other areas. They are available in wide variety of colors to match other items of décor such as tablecloths, upholstery and pillowcases. They can also be made with a design that is revealed once the shade is lowered.

Sheer white curtains on window valances that stretches across the length of all the windows can help unify the windows. Sharkskin fabric is especially popular when it comes to curtains drapes. The material does not wrinkle easily and will hang very well. Organza in natural white or given a tea rinse is another fine fabric for window treatments. It can be used as simple flowing panel or include ruffles with window valances and tiebacks to add a frilly touch to the space. Bay windows may be found in living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms. Window seat or chaise lounge is a best place to curl up with a book or look out of the window. The space is also a nice place where we can display our collection on shelves or rare cabinets under the window. With these collections, less detailed window coverings should be remembered in decorating bay windows.

What’s Behind: A Glimpse On Window Blinds

Dudley DoLight — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 05:04:47 +0000

Draw out the curtain and enjoy the heat of the sun!
The rays of sun entering your window pane are fascinating during early mornings whenever you sip a cup of coffee. The radiating light seems to give you a soothing effect.
Ten o’ clock…when ten in the morning strikes the heat of the sun is oftentimes intolerable. It brings irritation to the skin. It may even cause annoyance. To prevent rays of sun entering your haven, you may opt to use curtains. Another option is utilizing window blinds.
Blinds are perfect to set on your windows. It sheds you off from too much heat of the sun. Moreover if you have properly selected the right window blinds for your home, it will not only offer you home functionality, it can also give attractiveness and value to your abode.
There are different types of window blinds which you can choose to match your personality and decorative theme in your home. Here are some suggested window blinds:
Wood Blinds
This type of window blinds is essentially made out of wood alloy material from a hardwood and thermal polymers. Commonly ramin and bass woods are utilized to create wood blinds.
You can have the option to custom-made your wood blinds. It may be stained or painted.
Aluminum Blinds
If you want to have an attractive yet cost-effective window blinds, you may go for aluminum blinds. Home decorators love aluminum blinds due to its durability and ease of handling. In addition, you can obtain aluminum blinds in different colors to suit your home decoration.
Vinyl Blinds
Most people choose vinyl blinds over other window blinds on home areas prone to high humidity such as bathrooms and kitchens. This may be due to the fact that they are easy to clean.
Vinyl blinds come in different forms such as mini blinds, lightweight, textured, and horizontal. You can pick which is perfectly fitted in your home.
Venetian Blinds
It is believed that Venetian blinds are useful shield from direct heat of sunlight. Moreover, it is well-loved by many due to its simplicity. If you opt for Venetian blinds you can choose among its types such as:
• Mini Blinds
• PVC Venetian Blinds
• Lightweight Aluminum
• Wooden Venetian
You do not need shut your window to trap the rays of sun entering it. After all you still need the cool air to circulate into your home, hence go for window blinds.

Landscape Decorating-Another Great Way to Add an Amazing View from your Kitchen Window

Dudley DoLight — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:02:24 +0000

We have already covered how to create a magnificent floral view from your kitchen garden window with a planter box, trellis, and vines. Here is another very attractive and even simpler way of creating a visually enticing view from inside.

We have all seen or even have in our patios a decorative and very functional pergola patio cover. Decorative for the numerous designs we can consider, and functional from the much needed shade they provide. As we will also sometimes see, miniature sized pergolas are often constructed and mounted directly over one or several windows of a home or garage.

With that in mind, why not mount a mini-pergola over your kitchen garden window to display hanging baskets on both sides? With slim top slats spaced enough to provide sunlight, you can still receive filtered light through the top slanted portion of the window. Note, you never want to mount hanging baskets over the top of the window for one reason. Every time you water, the dirty runoff will cascade down over your window, keeping it from every truly being clean.

The design is simple since the weight of the hanging baskets it will bear is minimal, and you will not be placing anything on the top of the pergola itself. Traditional patio pergolas are supported with 4in. X 4in. or larger posts. Our mini-pergola will not require this, and proportional to its smaller size, will use individually smaller wood framing members than our standard patio pergola. Here are the supplies you will need:

Step 1: Measure the width of your garden window. Then, measure the diameter of your round hanging basket, or the square length of your square basket, whichever you decide to use. The goal here is to leave enough clearance for basket sway in the event of stronger than normal wind conditions. Your best bet is to take the measurements of your hanging basket and add about 8 inches of clearance from the rim of the basket to the edge of the garden window to allow for wind swing. Mark a spot directly above the center point of the basket on the house surface where you will mount the brackets. It should be at a height that allows for clearance of the mini pergola above the top frame of the window. Because the mini pergola needs to be level with the top of the window, make sure your points for mounting the brackets assure that. One suggestion is to have someone help you hold a 2in x 4in. or other long straight piece of wood connecting the points on each side. Use a level to make sure everything is indeed level before going ahead with the next step.

Step 2: Installing your pergola. Whichever size wood members you decide to use, you will need to pre drill two of them at the point where they will be secured to the top of the plant hanging brackets. They can extend beyond the width of the two brackets, but make sure they are centered before marking your place for drilling in to the wood. Prior to installing your wood framing for the pergola, it might be a good idea to seal, paint, or stain the wood to protect it from the elements. You can attach your two wood slats to the top of the brackets using the appropriate sized machine screws with washers and nuts.

Step 3: Now, once you have installed the first two wood slats, you will want to secure two to three shorter crossing slats that will hold the entire framework together to the underside of your first two longer slats that run along the top. Position them evenly where you think they should be attached, and mark your spot on the longer wood slats where you will need to drill to attach them together. Once marked, drill your holes, use a pencil to mark where to drill on the crossing slats by holding them underneath the already drilled longer slats, and attach all together with the appropriate sized machine screws. You can now easily attach any remaining longer slats to fill in the gaps between the first two longer slats that were already installed. Just position them in place, mark the spot on the top of the crossing slats where to drill, and once both connecting pieces are drilled, attach them with machine screws and washers and nuts. As an alternative, you can also attach all of the wood members with the appropriate sized wood screws. Your work is done. Find some nice plants and enjoy your new mini pergola!

About Noise Reduction Shades

Dudley DoLight — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 21:06:08 +0000

Noise reduction shades are manufactured to help insulate homes against weather, light and of course, noise. Some people who deal with constant noise are those that live in high traffic areas, people living under flight patterns and those who just have noisy neighbors. Noise reduction shades help you relax and get a good night’s sleep. They bring a little quiet to a home.Basic noise reduction shades include:• Cellular shades. Cell shades have a honeycomb pattern, similar to a beehive that traps cold air, noise and light so it can’t enter a home. While these shades work well in any room in a house, they are especially well suited to home theater rooms and bedrooms. However, if you have large windows in a living room that let in noise, they will work there, too. Cell shades are available as single cell shades, double cell shades and blackout shades. • Single cell shades are available in light filtering options with a variety of colors to choose from. • Double cell shades have a higher level of insulation than single cell shades to provide extra padding against noise • Blackout shades can be up to 99% effective at blocking light• Fusion Shades blend roman shades with cell shades. This gives them the grace of a roman shade, but the insulating power of a cell shade. They are more expensive than cell shades, but those who want to include a design element to their window treatments will love these.Cell shades and fusion shades come in the following brands: Cordless Translucent Single Cell Shades, Cordless Blackout Shades, Express Translucent Single and Double Cell Shades, Ultimate Cordless Cell Shades, Signature Translucent Double Cell Shades, Room Darkening Cell Shades, EnergyTrack Cell Shades and ComforTrack Cell Shades.No matter which of the above options you choose, you’ll not only get the quiet you want, but you’ll see a reduction in your energy bills. In fact, some cell shades qualify for a federal tax credit for environmental consciousness. Be sure to ask when you purchase. Cellular shades also cut UV rays, protecting furniture and flooring.These days window treatments are easy and convenient to buy on-line. All you need to do is ensure you have company you can trust. Well established companies are generally able to offer savings over smaller companies. Any good company will let you order samples of a variety of colors and styles so you can see what might work best.Now is the time to cut the noise. Enjoy quiet, peaceful nights without other people’s conversations cutting in, or noisy traffic forcing you to turn up the volume on your TV just to hear it. You deserve the best, so treat yourself to insulating, cell shades for quiet and comfort.

Keeping your blinds clean

Dudley DoLight — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 19:49:10 +0000

In order to keep your blinds looking at their best, you will need to clean them regularly. There are a variety of methods that you can use that will help you to keep your blinds looking clean and tidy.

Wood blinds require plenty of care. These types of blinds will need to be cleaned thoroughly but it is important to avoid using water or cloths that are too damp, as this could damage the slats. A vacuum cleaner brush attachment or soft brush will enable you to remove dust or dirt and keep your blinds looking attractive. A soft brush with a little water will help to clean wooden window shades.

If you have blinds that are made of plastic or metal, then these should be vacuumed regularly, then taken down and dipped in water mixed with a mild soap. Cleaning them in a bathtub will provide you with the best results. However, if you have wooden blinds, then this method should be avoided.

Pleated cloth shades can be difficult to clean but vacuuming them regularly will help to remove any dust or dirt. The vacuum brush must be clean and using a dry sponge will help to clean the surface. You can also give them a quick wipe with a cloth using a small amount of water.

If you have aluminium blinds, then Ivory liquid soap combined with water is the best cleaning solution. This method will prevent a build up of dust and leave your blinds looking clean and attractive. Vacuuming the blinds beforehand will also keep them looking great. For best results, tilt the slats so that you can reach the other side. If you need a quick cleaning method, then use a soft cloth or feather duster. Alternatively, you can use a bottle of cleaning spray to remove dust and dirt from the slats.

Add elegance to your home with Roman blinds

Dudley DoLight — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 21:20:28 +0000

Within the past ten years, Roman blinds have become a very popular design and are the perfect choice for those wishing to add plenty of luxury to their home. Roman blinds look great on their own or with other furnishings and add elegance to any room. They suit most rooms, but are best suited to areas where they are not likely to get wet or areas where they will restrict views to other rooms, such as on doors.

Roman blinds are available in a variety of colours and patterns. These elegant designs are perfect for achieving a warm look and offer plenty of privacy and light control. They are suitable for mid to large windows and add plenty of sophistication to any room. Roman blinds look great on their own or when paired with drapes.

Not only do Roman blinds provide you with the elegance of a Georgian house, they also provide a cosy feel, making them the perfect choice for the bedroom. They add beauty to any window within the home.

For those looking for a set of blinds that are easy to install, Roman blinds are the perfect choice. They have a simple cord operation and are also available with a chain operation for those who wish to opt for something that is simple and easy to control.

To keep your Roman blinds looking at their best, a little vacuuming is needed to remove any dust or dirt at least once a month. Roman blinds can also be dry cleaned but it is a good idea to remember not to remove the cord or chain operation first.

Roman blinds are a safe option for the home or office and can be installed successfully by following the instructions that are provided with them.

Window Treatments–Determining What is Right For You

Dudley DoLight — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 09:04:05 +0000

With so many choices available in today’s home decor market, how do you know which window treatments will be right for your home and reflect your style?If you’ve been shopping the home stores lately with window treatments in mind, you might be a little confused (if you’re just starting) or you may have a headache from trying to sort it all out (if you’ve been at it a while). Yes, the world of window treatments is a huge one, but don’t be daunted. It can actually be fun and exciting to select window treatments that make a statement while serving a purpose in your home.Let’s begin with the basic question, “what do you want to do?” Sounds easy enough. Do you want to block sunlight altogether? Do you have a window that just gets morning sunlight, which is softer than afternoon light and therefore needs just a little bit of control? Or do you have windows that get a maximum amount of sunlight throughout the day and therefore need the most light control options available? Another functionof window treatments is privacy. If your windows are on the first floor and at a level where anyone outside could peer in, you might like to have the option to block their view at times. Other windows are at a height where no one could look inside and therefore you might not have any privacy considerations at all. Perhaps you have a window (or windows) where there is no need for light control or privacy. Should you do anything at all there? You will also want to consider the energy-efficiency of window treatments, such as those that will block the heat from the sun, or allow more sunlight in to warm up a chilly room.Once you have answered the question of what you need, then you can begin to consider your options. If you need the maximum in light blocking and light control (for instance, in a bedroom where someone needs to sleep during the day), then you might want to consider dual window treatment options on those windows. Total light-blocking blinds are a good option, but you can also combine them with fabric panels to help addto the light-blocking properties. The fabric panels will also give you light control when the blinds are opened, and depending on your color and texture choice you can give a light and airy feel to the room even when the blinds are closed and no sunlight is coming through.If you need minimal light control and privacy is not an issue, consider these windows your opportunity to reflect your personal style and create a look that is uniquely yours without having any limitations other than the size and shape of the windows. Here you can go all out, selecting fabric window treatments that make a dramatic statement or ones that very subtly pull all the elements of your room together to give ita finished look. Look around the room. Select a color or colors that may need to be emphasized. Is there a touch of red in your floor treatment or in the sofa throw pillows that you’d like to bring out? Or perhaps your wall color is soft and muted, and you’d like to give the room a punch of contrasting colors here.Once you know what you need, take the time to select several color samples that appeal to you. Look at a variety of magazines or books on window treatments to get a good feel for what styles you like best. If you gravitate towards the unusual and complex fabric window treatments, seek out a credible interior decorator in your area. Ask them if they are willing to help with window treatments alone, as opposed to someone who only works on whole rooms or a whole house. Many interior decorators have software that can help them design a window treatment just for you, and they have the resources to purchase the fabric, have the window treatments custom-made, and professionally installed. It isn’t as expensive as it sounds, it takes all the guesswork out of it for you, and if anything goes wrong you have someone who is responsible to fix the problem, which can relieve you of a lot of headaches. And remember, any funds you spend having your home tastefully decorated is an investment not only in the value of your home, but also in yourself. Coming home to a place that reflects your personality and is in harmony with your inner being is infinitely rewarding. If your tastes are simpler or your budget dictates that you go it alone, then at least you will have armed yourself with the knowledge of what you need and like before you’re bombarded in the stores with all the choices. This will help you bypass all the things that don’t fit your requirements without a second glance and save you considerable time. If you’re still uncertain, ask about the stores return policy just to make sure you can take anything back that doesn’t look right once you get it home.Selecting window treatments can be a fun a rewarding experience, especially when you’re done, it looks good and people tell you it looks good! And changing your window treatments is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to change the look of any room regardless of your budget.

Window Blinds : Advice On Buying The Right Ones

Dudley DoLight — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 05:00:33 +0000

There are so many different types of window blinds available, and you need quite a few in order to fit out your whole house. Therefore, it’s easy to be overwhelmed, especially when most people initially think that buying blinds will be a quick and easy task. A lot of shoppers for blinds come across the same problems, and so below are the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions.
What types of window blinds are available? Blinds can be either horizontal or vertical blinds. The most common materials used in window blinds are wood, aluminum, and vinyl. Virtually any color of blinds can be bought for use in your home. Window blinds have come a long ways from the old aluminum style blinds we used to see. Now the options available to you to decorate with window blinds is virtually unlimited.
How can I decide which style is right for my house? Whilst this largely down to personal preference, and the style that the rest of your home is already decorated in, there is one guideline to help you, which is based on the type of the room that you’ll be installing the blinds in. The rule of thumb, is that rooms that come into contact with water, and which require a lot of cleaning, i.e. kitchens and bathrooms, should be fitted with aluminium or vinyl blinds, and rooms which are more decorative, such as bedrooms and living rooms, should be fitted with wooden blinds.
How do I measure for window blinds? Before taking any measurements, you first need to decide whether you want to fit the blinds inside or outside of the window box. An outside mount is useful for making a small window appear larger, whereas an inside mount is generally considered to look a little more elegant – the choice is yours. Having decided on that, then take a tape measure and measure the distance between the two points that you want the blind to stretch across. Consider adding an extra couple of inches to the width you measure though, so as to keep light from seeping in through the sides.
Where is the best place to buy discount window blinds? You will have no shortage of places to choose from when looking to buy blinds, and prices can vary significantly, therefore, expect to have to be patient and to do a little research. A good tip though is to focus your time and efforts towards online blind retailers, as they can offer brand name blinds at discount window blind prices, on the basis that they can cut overheads, such as salespeople and renting store space. The customer service is still great though, and you will always be able to phone them up to ask them any questions about particular blinds that you have seen on their website that you’re interested in.
So, that’s the main frequently asked questions covered. Hopefully you’re now in a better position to proceed with your window blind purchasing decisions.

Blinds In Your kitchen: Get Creative!

Dudley DoLight — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 22:14:05 +0000

Your kitchen is a very functional room. Usually, it’s used not only for cooking and for eating in, but also as a social gathering place in the home. Homework is done in the kitchen; family board games are played at the kitchen table; neighbours join you for a cuppa at the kitchen counter; dinner parties gather in the kitchen. The kitchen is, more often than not, the most used room in a home. So how should you decorate your kitchen?

Decorating Your Kitchen:

The kitchen is often a neglected room when it comes to interior decoration and design. But considering it’s one of the most used rooms, it should be a priority. Your kitchen should reflect your personal style and the style of your home. It should be a room that welcomes all the extra activity besides the purely functional cooking and eating. Colour coordination throughout the room is a must. Look at your furnishings, your paint or wallpaper, and your window coverings. Is there a common colour theme to tie them all together? Remember that the kitchen is exposed to high levels of humidity, so wall and window coverings need to be durable and moisture-resistant.

Get creative:

A great way to add some character to your kitchen is to use your creativity to liven up your kitchen window coverings. Following are some creative and low cost ideas you can implement yourself:

Perfectly Painted Venetian Blinds:

Painting your venetian blinds is an inexpensive and easy way to freshen up the look of your kitchen. Bright, bold, metallic, pastel, stripes or designs, there is no limit to your creativity if you choose to paint your Kitchen Blinds. You can paint old blinds just to make them look like new, or you can paint new plain tone blinds with a pattern or design to add fashion and flare. If you lie your venetian blinds down flat, you can stencil a design on them that will show when your blinds are hanging closed in your windows. Painting venetian blinds is creative and fun! Buy some to personalise from Blinds Warehouse’s huge selection.

Personalised Roman Blinds:

Roman blinds are popular for more formal looking kitchens. Roman blinds roll up in soft, layered pleats and can be lowered to whatever position you like to keep out bright sun or to provide night time privacy. Roman blinds can be purchased in a large variety of materials from Blinds Warehouse, and you can personalise them to perfectly match your room décor by simply adding a decorative border along the bottom. Or add a swag along the top to enhance the soft, flowing look of the blinds.

Jazzed up Roller Blinds:

Roller blinds are a popular and practical kitchen window covering. But roller blinds can look a bit plain and simple. Buy roller blinds in a shade that coordinates with the colour scheme of your room. They are available in a vast assortment of colours at Blinds Warehouse. Then paint a unique design on them, or glue on beads or a fancy trim. You can jazz up roller blinds in an endless variety of crafty ways. A scalloped edge sewn or glued on the bottom adds a nice touch, as only the bottom edge is visible when they’re rolled up.

It’s important that your kitchen reflects your personality and matches the style of your home. After all, your kitchen is probably one of the most used rooms in your home. Revamp your current kitchen simply by getting creative with your window coverings. For more kitchen window covering ideas, check out Blinds Warehouse, Australia’s largest online window coverings store.

custom shade sails – A Good Replacement for Umbrella

Dudley DoLight — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 21:48:41 +0000

If you are not yet aware of the positives of garden shade sails, you must be still struggling with patio umbrellas, awnings and parasols to cover your head from burning summer heat. With fantastic variety of garden shades available in the market, your struggle period is now over. Just pick up a garden shade of your preference , install it in your garden and enjoy the summer afternoon sitting under the cool shade created by the garden shade sail.

Garden shade sails – A Good Replacement for Umbrella Researches have been conducted to discover that a good quality garden shade sail has the ability to obstruct about 90 % of sun rays from penetrating it. Usually made of heavy-duty commercial fabric, the garden shades permit cooling air circulation so as to make you feel comfortable even in scorching summer afternoons. Available in a Variety of Colors and ShapesYou will be surprised to see the rich variety and innovative designs of latest shade sails. Most popular color choices include green, beige and grey. You just need to fix the shade sails with fixed points. The installation can be easily done by two people. Benefits of Garden Shade SailsFollowing are the chief benefits of shade sails:· Contrary to the old shade sails made from sail canvas, the contemporary shade sails are made from a type of knitted material that offers the shade sail the ability to get expanded easily. It needs minimum effort to install the modern shade sails.· The contemporary garden shade sailsallows the hot air to pass and cold air take its place, ensuring that the shaded region remains cool. Garden Shade Sails in Los Angeles Garden shade sails are exceedingly popular in Los Angeles. If you are looking for garden shade sails in Los Angeles, you can peep into Gotshadenow. Gotshadenow, a division of Courtyard Construction in California, is now a big name in the shade sails market. It was established with the sole mission to offer high quality shade sails at the fairest prices. Till now, Gotshadenow is successful in keeping up the quality of its products. Gotshadenow Garden Shade SailsBasically made of polyethylene fabric, The Gotshadenow custom shade sails offer shade from early morning till late afternoon. This is done by putting the lowest side of the shade cloth in the west. The shade sails are available in a scores of colors and sizes. Got Shade’s shade sails are constructed of polyethylene fabric. The shade sails are available in a great range of colors and sizes. Gotshadenow also sells custom shade sails. You just need to give your specifications for custom shade sails. The shade sail will be made as per your instruction. Consultation regarding the shade sails is offered free of cost. If you want to acquire more information on Garden shade sails, feel free to browse through www.gotshadenow.com. You can reach Gotshadenow at 818 968 5060. You can drop in a mail at derek2222@sbcglobal.net ( mailto:derek2222@sbcglobal.net ).