Motorized Window Shades Don't Have To Be Expensive
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One of the most innovative ideas in window treatments is motorized window shades. They are available in a number of different styles such as roller shades, interior, exterior, skylight, automatic, blackout, cellular and draperies or curtains. Prices will vary greatly depending on the options that you choose as well as the fabrics they are made of and the size. Some are relatively inexpensive such as the Graber® CrystalPleat® 3/8” Double Cell Cellular Shade. They offer a UV rating that allows less than 1% of light to be filtered through the shades. They are sound and energy efficient and have a heavy duty aluminum headrail system. These come in 18 colors from blindsgalore.com for $67.15 with free shipping.
Many of the motorized window shades make great replacement treatments for curtains. For instance there is a large selection of designer fabrics that is available for motorized draperies from distinctivewindows.com. You can choose the type of fabric used in your draperies as well as the style you want to use. You must contact the retailers to get prices as well as order you draperies. These can be made to fit any décor you choose for a modern yet contemporary style that is all your own. There are many ideas for the use of these draperies such as patio doors, sun rooms and home theater systems. They can be pinch pleated or curtain style that has no pleats at all. You must contact retailers for prices and to place an order.
Some motorized window shades offer insulating features. Two choices come to mind; exterior shades or interior shades. Oasis Exterior Window Shades utilize a European concept by mounting the shade to the outside of the windows. These block up to up to 97% of the heat that the sun gives off. The heat is either absorbed by the screen or reflected away from the windows. They reduce unwanted glare of the windows the shades are available in 3% to 14% openness which allows for various amounts of shading. They can be found at insolroll.com and you must contact the company for prices and to order. Cellular/Pleated Shades found at motorizedsolutions.com offers a small amount of insulation within the cells of the shade and they are available in AC, DC, solar and battery power. You must contact this retailer for pricing and to order.
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Contemporary Window Treatments
By Christopher W Smith
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By Janna Halioris
Use fancy stitches to making a sewing project that is only one of its kind. And nothing is more satisfying than being able to create individual pieces for your home or as gifts for friends and family. Here are the easy to follow instructions to make a small drawstring bag.
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By Lee Stevens
You buy a house with a great looking bay window. You think of all the great ways you can dress it. Then you think of curtains or shades, next you start to shop around looking and pricing up. Then it hits you the reality of dressing this beautiful window.
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Window Treatment Curtains - Find The Right Curtain That Best Expresses Your Style
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theater, you can use it to cover the screen when it is not in use.