Archive for the 'Window Dressing' Category

Buying Budget Shutters

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2007

Even though there is a lot of value in installing high quality interior wood window shutters, they can sometimes still be too expensive for certain applications. There are some alternatives that include poly, pvc, or even vinyl shutters that are less expensive although much less attractive and look cheaper in comparison.
For quality at an affordable [...]

Measuring For Mini Blinds

Tuesday, September 11th, 2007

The first thing to do when measuring for your mini blinds is to determine if you need inside mount or outside mount. Inside mount will fit the blinds within the window frame, while outside mount will fit the overlap of the window opening.
Inside mount To find the width, measure the exact distance between the inside [...]

Installing Mini Blinds

Tuesday, July 3rd, 2007

Measuring
The first thing to do, is to determine the position of the mini blinds, deciding if they will be inside or outside of the window. Inside mounting will look more customized, although outside mounting will provide better control of lighting.
For inside frame mounting, measure the width between the points where the brackets will be placed; [...]

Wooden Window Shutters

Tuesday, June 12th, 2007

Almost all wooden shutters are constructed from a solid hardwood. This helps to give the shutters the necessary stability for daily usage. Windows can be a naturally harsh environment, with direct sunlight, fluctuating humidity, and the rapid change in temperature.
All types of wooden shutters can withstand all of these types of conditions. Wooden shutters are [...]

Wooden Shutters And Hurricane Protection

Tuesday, May 15th, 2007

If you live in an area that is prone to storms or hurricanes, there are several types of security storm shutters available that will help you protect yourself and your home. Storm shutters aren’t in the wooden shutters category, although they are durable shutters that move horizontally between the lower and the upper track.
Interlocking blades [...]