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    Looking for something with a little more panache for your windows? Blinds just won't do it for you and shades will seem a little "meh". Let's talk: Roman Shades... . A Little History Roman shades are a product of very ingenious Romans who were looking to keep the dust out of their homes as well as cool their homes in the summer. They would wet these pleated shades and let the breeze flow through the wet cloth to cool their homes as well as capture any dust blowing about. The style is obviously timeless and has always been quite popular. Pros If a touch of style is what you are looking for, Roman shades are hands down a class act. These shades will never go out of style, come in a very wide variety of patterns, colors and sizes to fit any decor. Roman shades can also fit any budget while adding that old world charm to a room. When lowered all the way and depending on the thickness of the shade, they can act as an insulator for your windows -- cutting a few extra do

  Since the end of 2018, most corded blinds are no longer being manufactured. Corded blinds pose a dangerous risk of strangulation to small children and pets. According to a study done by the American Academy of Pediatrics : Although many of the injuries in this study were nonfatal and resulted in ... From 1981 to 1995, there were 183 deaths from window blind cord  ...  In this day and age, we have technology that can help create a safer environment.  Let's look at some of the wonderful benefits of cordless blinds.  Manual Blinds and Shades   Manual systems are less expensive and usually require a gentle push or pull on the bottom bar to raise and lower the blind. This type of blind is primarily good for smaller windows and easy to access areas. SIMPLELIFT (tm) lowers and raises your blinds with ease with and easy clean tab. SimpleLift ™ SimpleLift™ offers enhanced safety

We are spending much more time indoors these days, due to social distancing and only venturing out for essential errands. Being at home for longer periods, one starts noticing all the wear and tear on the furniture, floors and other household surfaces. That being said, we are all trying to save money and new furnishings are not exactly a priority purchase. However, good window coverings are essential to keeping your furniture, carpet and wall art from fading. Also, good window coverings assist with controlling the temperature in the home. Blinds that are in good condition will save you money. Blinds that are in less than optimal condition should be replaced to help protect the interior of your home as well as assist in lowering cooling and heating bills. The following are the three top reasons for replacing your blinds. Poor Condition of Slats Blinds that have bent, warped or discoloured slats should be replaced. Over time, the slats on metal blinds may be subject to becoming