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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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Shades 101

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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Shades 101

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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Home Improvement

Shades for Every Season

Posted on November 28, 2018 at 9:35 pm by Brienna

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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Home Improvement

10 Tips for Moving Stress-Free

Posted on September 12, 2018 at 12:00 pm by Brienna

Do you have an upcoming move that you’re already dreading? We totally understand! Moving can be stressful and overwhelming without the right tools and preparation. Today we are going to share our top 10 tips for moving to help you get ready for the big day. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, these helpful hacks will save you time, money, and the ever-too-common moving headache. 1. Break it down and plan it out There’s nothing worse than frantically packing into the wee hours of the morning before your big move. Sit down around a month before your…

Shade Lift Style Comparison Chart from Redi Shade

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Which Shade Lift Style is Right for You?

Posted on August 29, 2018 at 10:25 pm by Brienna

Today on Made in the Shade we are bringing you a comparison of our three Artisan Custom Cellular shade lift styles: Standard, Top Down Bottom Up, and Day-Night. Whether you’re looking for a classic style or an upgraded lift option to fit your needs, we’ve got you covered. Ready to order your Artisan Custom Cellular shades? Start customizing today at The Home Depot.

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DIY & Lifestyle

Our 2018 Back to Campus Checklist

Posted on August 1, 2018 at 5:55 pm by Brienna

With college classes soon to be back in session, check out our 2018 Back to Campus Checklist including our Original Pleated Paper Blackout shades. Post-exam afternoon naps are a necessary part of college for many students and this affordable must-have can make them possible. Not only are they super easy to install (just trim, peel, an stick) but the dorm-room-friendly adhesive tape is easy to remove once June rolls around. Order yours today in time to arrive for the big move!

Installing Shades in a Skylight (Original Light Filtering)

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From the Fans

Shade Hacks: Installing Shades for a Skylight

Posted on July 25, 2018 at 4:06 pm by Brienna

We are starting a new series on Made in the Shade called “Shade Hacks” where we will be featuring quick tips and tricks to use with our Redi Shade products. If you have a shade hack you’d like to share with us, snap a picture and tag us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or Pinterest. We’d love to hear about it and feature it in our next shade hacks post! If you have a skylight in your home check out this great shade hack from one of our customers: Our Original Pleated shades are not just for traditional vertical windows,…

Keep Your Home Cool with Cellular Shades

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Home Improvement

5 Simple Swaps to Keep Your Home Cool this Summer Without AC

Posted on July 11, 2018 at 8:00 am by Brienna

With summer in full swing and temperatures still rising, we are all looking for ways to keep our homes cooler during the summer months. These five simple swaps are going to keep the temperature down and some even offer bonus energy savings! 1. Swap your open door (and window) policy for a strict schedule You can greatly influence the temperature of your home by keeping doors and windows closed during the warmest hours of the day. For areas where the temperature drops at night, stick to a schedule of airing your home out during the evening hours and closing all…

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