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Should I Choose Light Filtering or Blackout Window Shades for My Home?

…ttom portion raised for privacy. Our Blindsgalore Envision Light Filtering Roller Shades come in dozens of colors and textures that work beautifully in any room. Do Blackout Shades Completely Eliminate All Light Sources Let’s be honest: blackout shades block up to 99% of light, but achieving true 100% darkness is nearly impossible without additional light-blocking measures. Even the best blackout shades will have small gaps where light can sneak t…

Picking Window Blinds and Shades for Your Home

…, which use a single layer of pleated fabric to keep out the light. Custom roller shades block out light quite well, you can get them in many different colors, even striped or patterned. Blinds in the living room are a different story from the bedroom or the kitchen, as this is the place for entertaining and relaxing with family and friends. Some living rooms are more formal, others are more casual. You may want to consider vertical blinds for sli…

Back To School Rooms For Kids

…urce: Heatz, Lovely Sim, Luxury Home Designs, Cordless cellular shades and roller shades are also kid friendly because they are free of those pesky cords and can add fun bursts of color and pattern. Roman shades and stylish woven woods are good choices, too, for kids’ rooms, but always be particular to choose a room darkening option for any window treatments you choose for children’s bedrooms to promote good sleeping habits. For the ultimate in a…

How Do You Clean Cellular Shades?

…t and allergen buildup from the surface and out of the cell openings. Lint Roller: Have pets? A lint roller is brilliant for lifting stubborn pet hair and dander without any fuss. Level 2: Getting Rid of Bugs and Debris Those honeycomb cells are cozy, and sometimes an insect agrees. Getting them out is simple and oddly satisfying. Compressed Air: Grab a can of compressed air (for cleaning electronics). Hold it at an angle and use short, controlled…

Complete Guide to Setting Up Alexa-Controlled Smart Blinds

Complete Guide to Setting Up Alexa-Controlled Smart Blinds: Step-by-Step Instructions

…sleek and modern. Custom-made to your exact window measurements. Motorized Roller Shades Smooth, quiet operation perfect for bedrooms and living areas. Choose from light-filtering or blackout materials in our Envision collection. Fabric-wrapped bottom rails create a polished look. Optional cassettes conceal the roller when raised. Motorized lift eliminates cords completely for child and pet safety. Motorized Roman Shades Elegant folds with motoriz…

Cost Effective Blinds That Won’t Break the Bank

…ariety of fabrics and colors. While the up-front cost may be higher than a roller shade, the energy savings you realize will be well worth it. Love the look of wood? Faux wood blinds are a value-priced way to get the look of a real wood blind without the cost. Plus, faux woods can be used in areas with humidity like bathrooms, laundry rooms and kitchens without any fear. Faux wood blinds are available in painted or stained finishes to match your d…

Bring On The Night – Room Darkening Demystified

…frame to create a tight seal and are ideal for bedrooms and home theaters. Roller shades are also quite successful in blocking light due to the fabric types used. Vinyl is commonly applied to the back of fabrics to ensure they do not allow light to seep through. Please be aware that if you’re using roller shades for blackout purposes, our standard width deduction will be larger than usual, due to different valances and lift types. This means that…

BG Has You Covered For The Holidays

…-Ralph A. 11/7/12 Bali DiamondCell Cellular Shade I purchased custom order roller shades and was so nervous that I may have measured them wrong and I would have an issue. But, no issue! Very easy to install. They are for my office at work and all of my clients LOVE THEM! I can’t tell you how many compliments I receive. -Elise B. 11/1/2012 Blindsgalore Expressions Roller Shades I shopped all over the internet and finally settled on Blindsgalore to…