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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

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Redi Shade Products At A Glance

Posted on September 24, 2021 at 6:57 pm by JC

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

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Redi Shade Product Hacks

Posted on September 1, 2021 at 4:28 pm by Brienna

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

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How To Cover Extra Wide Windows

Posted on March 20, 2019 at 3:37 pm by Brienna

Extra wide windows can be a great feature in any home. They make spaces feel light and bright. Unfortunately they can be challenging to cover without investing in expensive custom window treatments. Although our Original shades are only offered in widths up to 48”, we have a simple hack for those of you lucky enough to have extra wide windows. Simply overlap shades side by side to cover extra wide windows! Please note: We do not have a window available over 48″ in width on hand so this method is being shown below on a 30″ window. The same principle…

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Safety First: The Benefits of Cordless Shades

Posted on March 6, 2019 at 10:17 pm by Brienna

Here at Redi Shade we are on a mission to make products that suit our customers needs so the safety of your family and ease of operation is our priority. That is why cordless operation comes as a standard feature on all of our products. Stick around and learn more about why “Always Cordless” is the way to go for window treatments. Safety Of course tangled hanging cords can be unmanageable and unsightly but they can also pose a major risk to kiddos and pets. The clean, cord-free appearance of all of our products is a design choice that has…

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Window Shade Care Guide

Posted on February 20, 2019 at 3:22 pm by Brienna

For those wondering how best to care for and clean our shades, today we are bringing you a one-stop-shop window shade care guide. Paper Shades This includes: Original Pleated Paper shades and Original Arch Pleated Paper shades. DO: Lightly dust and/or vacuum with an upholstery attachment. DON’T: Immerse in water, dry clean, use ultrasonic cleaning, spot remover, or strong detergent. Fabric Shades This includes: Original Pleated Fabric shades, Original Arch Pleated and Cellular Fabric shades, Easy Lift Pleated and Cellular Fabric shades, Artisan Select shades, and Artisan Custom Cellular shades. DO: – Lightly dust and/or vacuum with an upholstery attachment….

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Installing Simple Stick Shades as an Outside Mount

Posted on February 6, 2019 at 3:13 pm by Brienna

We’ve been getting some questions about how to install our Simple Stick shades as an outside mount so we wanted to bring you an easy step-by-step guide for this alternative installation. This applies to all the Original and Easy Lift product lines. Step 1: Measure Just as you would with the more traditional inside mount installation, you’re going to want to measure the area of installation. For outside mount, measure above the window casing from edge to edge or any additional area you would like covered. Step 2: Trim Next, trim your shade to the desired measurement. For…

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How to Install Original Arch Shades

Posted on January 23, 2019 at 9:13 pm by Brienna

It’s easy to love the statement and elegance of an arch window, but we know how hard it is to find an affordable window covering solution for these specialty windows. Enter Redi Shade Original Arch shades! These shades are awesome because they can be installed without tools in a matter of minutes, at a fraction of the price of traditional custom arch window treatments. These unique window coverings can be trimmed to fit perfect arch windows up to 72” in width. They’re also offered in a variety of materials, colors, and light control options to fit your needs. The best…

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The Redi Shade Dictionary: A Guide to Window Shade Terminology

Posted on January 9, 2019 at 10:00 pm by Brienna

We know window shade shopping can get overwhelming with window shade terminology. In turn, we’ve put together “The Redi Shade Dictionary”. This tool can help you better understand the features and variations offered in our products. Keep reading for definitions and examples! Installation Simple Fit: An installation method. Simple Fit allows you to install your shade in seconds with the push of a button with included Command Strips from 3M. This installation method is available in Artisan Custom and Artisan Select Shades. Simple Stick: An installation method. Simple Stick allows you to install your shade in minutes by trimming…

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4 Tips for Holiday Party Planning

Posted on December 12, 2018 at 9:47 pm by Brienna

With many folks gearing up to host holiday parties in the coming weeks, today on Made in the Shade we are gathering our top tips for holiday party planning. 1. Make a Game Plan We’ve all heard it before but it bares repeating: planning in advance is everything. Sit down at the start of your party planning process and make a plan for the coming weeks and/or days leading up to the party. Hosting can be an overwhelming task so break it down into smaller, achievable goals week-to-week or day-to-day. For example: pick a week for sending invites/evites, ordering and…

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