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
DIY & Lifestyle
10 Tips For Better Sleep
New year, new YOU! January was a trial month – February is the month to truly get into those new routines and better habits you set as your resolutions. If getting a better night’s sleep was one of your New Year’s resolutions, check out these 10 sleep tips. TIP 1: Decide On A Set Bedtime We’re all busy and we know that it’s not always practical to go to bed at the exact time every day. So, rather than aiming for an exact time, aim for a window of time to give yourself a little bit of wiggle room. We’re… Read More
Shades 101
Redi Shade Product FAQs
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
Shades 101
Shades 101: Window Types
Did you know that there are 27 different kinds of windows? How does one figure out if their windows work with our shades? We are here to help you figure it out! On today’s blog, “Shades 101: Window Types”, we’ll be going over the best window types our products work in and the windows they don’t work as well in. Before we explore window types, it’s important to determine how to mount your shade. Although our shades are designed for inside mount, you can install them for an outside mount. Inside mount shades are installed within the window casing, while… Read More
Shades 101
Redi Shade Products At A Glance
We’ve recently updated our Redi Shade at-a-glance product comparison chart to make it easier to find the products that are perfect for you and your home. Learn more about our product line up, colors, sizes and where to find them on our Where to Buy page. Redi Shade products can be purchased at the following retailers in store and/or online: Amazon The Home Depot Lowe’s Walmart Menards Family Dollar Bed Bath & Beyond Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Shades 101
Redi Shade Product Hacks
More great Redi Shade product hacks! Here’s a few we have found to be handy. Compressed air spray to clean This is a great hack for cleaning the inside of any of our cellular shades, including Easy Lift, Original Arch and Artisan Custom or Select shades. You just need a can of compressed air spray. Use the straw it comes with and put it into the inside of the shade and spray. It will get rid of any dust, dirt, or creepy crawlers that have made their way in. Velcro strips to switch out shades This can come in handy… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor
5 Ways to Spruce Up a Space
We have return-guest blogger, Layla Nicholls, with this post on 5 ways to spruce up a space. After spending months on end at home due to the pandemic, you’re probably tired of seeing the exact same views every day. You might even be feeling anxious from being cooped up indoors. If this sounds like you, why not start the New Year by sprucing up your home? We might be in February, but it’s never too late to switch up your space. After all, The Huffington Post explains that rearranging your home can give you a sense of accomplishment and refreshing change of… Read More
Shades 101
Shades 101: Difference Between Light Controls
It can be confusing when searching for the right window shade. There really are so many options when it comes to shades. There are different materials, colors, sizes, lift styles and so much more to consider. What’s more difficult is actually knowing what the right light control is for you. You may know you want a light filtering shade, but did you know there are also room darkening shades? Blackout shades? Did you also know that it can vary from material too? We’re here to help show you the true difference with Shades 101: Difference between light controls! As you… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor
Changing the Entire Look of a Room With One Simple Project: New Shades
Changing the Entire Look of a Room With One Simple Project: New Shades This week, we have guest blogger Jennifer Bell providing us this great post, Changing the Entire Look of a Room with One Simple Project: New Shades. New shades can completely change the way your space looks and feels. Whether you have them in your bedroom, your living room, or even your kitchen, it’s important to use them to your advantage to give your room exactly the aesthetic look you are hoping to achieve. If you are looking for new shades, or to change the look of your… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Shades 101
Quiz: What Shade Fits Your Style Best?
Having a hard time deciding what shade is best for you? Can’t decide what shade fits your style best? We offer so many options! It’s hard to decide what’s going to work best for your needs. If you are asking yourself any of the following questions, take our quiz and we will help you figure it out! What shade is going to work best for the size I need? Do I want a shade made out of paper or fabric? What shade will work best for the room I need it for? What shade is going to keep the most… Read More