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Snowflake DIY

Posted on December 16, 2021 at 1:07 pm by JC

Tis the season for another DIY Craft with Original Shades. We’ve got an easy snowflake DIY craft for you and your family that will get your place holiday ready. WHAT YOU WILL NEED: – 1 36” or 48” Original Light Filtering Shade (Paper or Fabric) – Spray Paint – Glitter – Holiday-themed decor – Scissors – to cut shapes – Glue Gun – Utility knife or sharp kitchen knife – Optional: Spray glue STEP 1 First, using an Original Paper or Original Fabric shade, trim your shade to the desired width. The wider the width, the larger the snowflake. Pro… Read More

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Redi Shade Product FAQs

Posted on November 29, 2021 at 10:09 pm by JC

We recently went live on Amazon, answering some of our most common Redi Shade Product FAQs. Check out this link to view the livestream. If you prefer to read, below are the product FAQs of this Amazon Live session. First, we answer the most common question we receive and FAQs about our Easy Lift shades. Secondly, we go over common questions about Original Shades. And finally, we wrap up with FAQs about our Original Arch and Simple Slide Roller bracket products. Q: Do I need any tools to install these shades? A: No Tools required to install any of our… Read More

What if my Easy Lift shade becomes unbalanced?

Posted on November 17, 2021 at 12:39 pm by JC

If your shade becomes unbalanced and hangs unevenly., place your hands on the bottom railing spaced an equal distance apart. Gently pull the shade down the full length, or as far as it will go. Help guide the shade up to the top, keeping the bottom railing as level as possible. This action may have to be done several times until the shade corrects balance. If the shade does not reset, reach out to Customer Support via chat.

How do I remove my Artisan Custom/Artisan Select shade?

Posted on November 17, 2021 at 12:38 pm by JC

To remove the shade: Grasp shade with both hands and push firmly toward Trigger End (right side) until Fixed End (left side) disengages. Swing Fixed End clear of window frame, then disengage and swing Trigger End from the window frame. Using the Command Tab, stretch the strip slowly until it releases from the surface.

How do I install the handle included with my Artisan Select shade?

Posted on November 17, 2021 at 12:35 pm by JC

A standard handle is included with all Artisan Select shades. HOW TO INSTALL A STANDARD HANDLE: Grasp the shade firmly and locate the lower rail Separate the lower rail from the last pleat at the back of the shade (white side of fabric) Hook the narrow end (non-handle side) of the handle into the groove in the back of the rail Hook the front of the handle around the lower rail until it clicks into place Check out our video tutorial for the Standard handle for more.

How do I install the handles included with my Aristan Custom shade?

Posted on November 17, 2021 at 12:34 pm by JC

There are two types of handles included with Artisan Custom shades: Standard and Middle Rail handles (pictured below). HOW TO INSTALL A STANDARD HANDLE: Grasp the shade firmly and locate the lower rail Separate the lower rail from the last pleat at the back of the shade (white side of fabric) Hook the narrow end (non-handle side) of the handle into the groove in the back of the rail Hook the front of the handle around the lower rail until it clicks into place Check out our video tutorial for the Standard handle for more. HOW TO INSTALL A DAY/NIGHT…

When do I need to use the Simple Fit spacer included with my Artisan shade order?

Posted on November 17, 2021 at 12:32 pm by JC

If the red warning line is visible after installation, use the included Spacer to ensure shade is properly installed. Check out the video below for more information. Before installing the Simple Fit spacer, please check that: – The shade is being installed in the correct window – The shade width matches the size ordered – The window measurement is correct To use the spacer: 1. Remove the fixed end mount from left side of head rail. 2. Place the spacer over fixed end mount. 3. Reattach fixed end mount with the spacer by inserting into head rail. 4. Press firmly to…

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