DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor, Home Improvement, Shades 101
Shades for the Summer
It’s Summer time! Known for relaxation and having fun vacations. It gets insanely hot and we know what that means…the house stays too warm and our energy bills get more expensive. We have found that our Light Blocking and Blackout shades are a great help to our customers during this time of the year. So we went live on Amazon to share why we recommend them, especially for the summer months. Check out this link to view the livestream (Don’t forget to follow us on Amazon to catch our next live) LIGHT BLOCKING These are great for blocking most of… Read More
Home Improvement, Shades 101
Window Shade Light Controls
Let the light in or keep it out…it is up to you. Maybe you work the night shift and need to keep light out so you can sleep or maybe you like using natural light to brighten up your house during the day, but still want privacy. There is a shade for you. We went live on Amazon to discuss our different shades and the varying light control options we offer. Check out this link to view the livestream. (Follow us to catch our next live.) Light Filtering These shades are great for letting light in; but, still give you… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor, Home Improvement
5 Tips for Moving into a New Home
Moving into a new home is stressful. There is so much that goes into it – from finding a home within your budget and that meets your wants and needs, packing, and then actually moving into it and decorating. The entire process can take weeks or months depending on your schedule. To help take some of the stress off of your shoulders, we have put together 5 tips for moving into a new home. 1. Paint and Renovate Before Moving in After purchasing your home, you will want to make it yours! Figure out if there are any renovations or… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Improvement
Spring Refresh With Redi Shade
Spring has officially sprung! And, we know what that means – spring cleaning! Cleaning can sometimes be overwhelming – especially such a daunting task like spring cleaning. We went live on Amazon and shared some of our favorite tips and tricks for giving your home that refresh that it needs from the fall/winter season. Check out this link to view the livestream. Get Organized First, let’s talk about organization. Getting organized before you start your home refresh can be super helpful and make the tasks at hand easier and quicker to accomplish. Start with a list of To Do’s. Go… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor, Home Improvement, Shades 101
Don’t Be Afraid Of The Dark
Don’t be afraid of the dark; it’s good for you. Sleep is crucial for your child’s development – both physical and mental. Unwanted light can deter your little one from getting the best possible sleep. That’s where we come in; using blackout shades will keep that unwanted light out of their bedroom. Our blackout shades block 99% of all exterior light. While asleep, the human brain sorts and stores information, replenishes vital chemicals, and helps keep you healthy. Proper sleep is necessary for your child’s growth and immune system – without it, they might lack in those areas. Experts say… Read More
Home Improvement
Budgeting Secrets for All Types of Remodeling
Budgeting Secrets for All Types of Remodeling Paying for home improvements is no joke, even if you’re just doing a minor repair. This is exactly why our post on tips before you start remodeling touched on the importance of setting a budget beforehand. Setting a budget allows you to proceed with your planned renovation as smoothly as possible. Of course, the question now is: how do you go about budgeting for a remodeling project? Read on below for some ways to help you do just that with these budgeting secrets for all types of remodeling. Make a list of all… Read More
Home Improvement
Layers Mean Cozy
Layers Mean Cozy Winter has a way of bringing out our best methods at staying warm. As temps go down, out come the tricks to hang onto the warmth. Extra thick socks and that sweater you refuse to get rid of are hanging out on the couch with Mr. Blanket and Mrs. Hot Cocoa. Waiting for Spring isn’t that bad when you can stay warm. But what if you have to fight to stay warm? What if there’s a draft blowing under your nose and the floor is freezing and Mr. Blanket just isn’t cutting it like he used to?… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Improvement
Setting up the Ultimate Movie/Gaming Room
Setting up the Ultimate Movie/Gaming Room Are you looking into setting up the ultimate movie/gaming room, but there’s too much lighting shining through the windows in the room? We can help with that! Our blackout shades block 99% of light (and UV rays while they are at it) making them the perfect pick for your movie or game room. Better yet, they are completely cordless, require no tools to install, and are up in seconds! Blackout shades we offer: – Original Paper Blackout Shades: For an inexpensive option check out our Original shades. We make these in Northern California from… Read More
Home Improvement
Tips Before You Start Remodeling
TIPS BEFORE YOU START REMODELING Deciding to remodel a new home or your current home is so exciting! The ideas are flowing, you want a change is your home to make it your own, and you are ready to start the project ASAP. To prepare you for this new project, consider these tips before you start remodeling: Make a list When thinking about remodeling, we come up with a million different things we want to change in the house. The bathroom, the kitchen, the living room, the guest room. Start by making a realistic list of things you truly want… Read More
Home Improvement
Shades for Every Season
Although our shades are designed for year round use, your light control and energy efficiency needs may change throughout the year. We’ve got you covered with our recommendations for a seasonal shade swap. Winter: Easy Lift Cellular Light Filtering Shades In the winter months you’ll likely want to preserve the brightness of open windows, but may be looking for an extra layer of insulation. These shades will give you the best of both worlds by softly diffusing light with the crisp light filtering fabric all while keeping rooms warmer by preventing temperature transfer with their honeycomb D-cell structure. …
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