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         Vertical blinds were invented in 1950 by Eric and Frederick Bopp of Kansas. These blinds became the practical solution to blocking out the sun and adding privacy to larger windows, especially sliding glass doors. Vertical blinds are quite functional and durable; however, the look can be a bit impersonal. The good news is that there are creative alternatives to traditional vertical blinds.  Panel Track Blinds Panel Track blinds are a beautiful alternative to vertical blinds. These panels come in various colors to fit your home's decor as well as different opacities for desired view visibility and privacy. Have a large window or glass sliding door that provides inspiring views but the sun heats up the house, increasing your cooling energy bills? The Skyline Gliding Panels by Hunter Douglas are perfect. Skyline Panels come in various opacities according to your privacy needs. Sliding Shutters Does your home decor call for a more structu...

It is amazing all the tid-bits of information that we are unaware of. In addition, there are those things we think we know and come to find out we were mistaken. For example, you probably think that venetian blinds originated in Venice, Italy. This is not the case. Venetian blinds actually originated in Persia around 1100AD. It was due to trade routes through Italy that these blinds became popular. Venetian blinds became widely used throughout Europe in the 1700's. Window coverings have ancient origins. Curtains were a utility feature and hardly thought of as interior decorative design. Window coverings were used to block out the sun on hot days and keep out the chill during the winter. The first air conditioning units were hides soaked in water and hung up over the openings of the structure. As a the breeze entered the home, the air would be cooled by the dampened window coverings. The Egyptians used strips of wet cloth to keep the sun and dust from entering their homes. The first...

Summer is just right around the corner.  Temperatures are on the rise. Did you know that by adjusting your window coverings you can reduce the heat in your home by 40 percent or more? Of course, lowering the heat coming in through the windows means lowering your cooling bills. The window covering professionals at Blind Solutions can assist you with choosing the right window coverings to help you beat the summer heat. Here are a few tips on how to keep your home cool this summer. Trap In The Heat The best way to keep your home cool in the summer is to trap the heat coming in through the glass. It is important to install shades as close to the window as possible so as not to allow a large area of heat build-up between the window and the shade. Also installing a cornice at the top of the window will result in further trapping the rising heat. This is a cool solution especially for those south-facing windows. Use White Another way to reduce the temperature in your home during the summ...

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 ...

Most likely when choosing window coverings, our first concern is how complementary they will be with the room's decor. Next, we consider the function of the room and the amount of light required for the tasks we perform there. However, we very seldom consider how will these window coverings look from the street-side view of the home. We all want our home to be as fabulous on the outside as it is on the inside. The professionals at Blind Solutions of Colorado can offer you stunning colors and designs to enhance both the interior and exterior look of your home. Here are three tips on increasing curb appeal to your home while complementing your home's decor and functionality. Consider Color Nothing makes a home look more disjointed and hodge-podge than having different colored window coverings in various windows. Also, if the window coverings look fabulous with your interior's decor but clashes with the home's exterior color scheme, there will be a definite redu...

Having wood accents in your home is definitely a way of creating a very cozy atmosphere. Wood gives any home a warm, luxurious feel and a sense of practicality and durability as well. Wood floors, cabinetry or furniture just says 'Welcome'. Adding wood as a window covering is a stunning addition to any home and hard window treatments add structure to the design of your space. The window covering professionals at Blind Solutions of Colorado would like to share some advice on buying wood shutters for your home. Investment Adding wood shutters or blinds as window coverings will add value to your home. Yes, wood window coverings are more expensive but anything of quality is. Wood shutters or blinds are a real investment in your home's appearance. Over time, lesser fabrics and materials may degrade due to constant exposure to sun and temperature changes. Wood, when taken care of properly, will outlast other materials and as a result, will decrease the frequency of havin...

Are you considering changing out your window coverings for your bedroom or living room? The window professionals at Blind Solutions of Colorado certainly can help you choose the best blinds and shades for your home and your budget. Honeycomb shades are certainly a great choice for these rooms. Want to know more? Here are three benefits of Honeycomb shades to spruce up your rooms. FYI Honeycomb shades have a cheaper cousin -- Pleated shades. Pleated shades are constructed with a single layer of material whereas Honeycomb shades provide a multi-layered dimensional surface that provides a very effective insulated surface. Pleated shaded look similar to Honeycomb shades; however, they do not provide the following benefits.   Privacy Honeycomb shades are excellent for bedrooms and living rooms because they afford the best amount of privacy both during the day and night time hours. During the day, they allow for natural light to pass through (depending on the style and colors...