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5 Fall DIYs with Original Shades

Posted on November 7, 2022 at 2:59 pm by Chelsea Babin

The days have gotten shorter, the leaves have changed color and the temperature is still dropping…we know what that means – we are in the midst of fall! Are you installing new Original Pleated Paper Shades or replacing your current ones for the season change? Do not throw away the excess paper – it can be used for some DIYs! Or if you are new to Original Shades and want to do these DIYs because they are so cute, that works too. Here are 5 fall DIY crafts you can do with Original Shades. Thanksgiving Wreath This is a fun… Read More

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DIY & Lifestyle

Halloween DIY Shade with Redi Shade

Posted on October 17, 2022 at 3:30 pm by Chelsea Babin

Spooky season is upon us! From kicking off this month with the release of Hocus Pocus 2 to ending it on October 31st with Halloween… we wanted to share how our shades can be used to decorate for this spooky season. This project is for all ages and is an inexpensive way to repurpose your shades or leftover pieces. Make sure to check out the Amazon Live we did on this to see all of the steps on making a spooky shade. Materials needed: Original Blackout Shade Original White Light Filtering Paper (or Fabric) Shade Scissors Glue/Glue dots or other… Read More

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DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor, Home Improvement, Shades 101

Shades for the Summer

Posted on July 6, 2022 at 5:01 pm by Chelsea Babin

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

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Home Improvement, Shades 101

Window Shade Light Controls

Posted on June 3, 2022 at 2:21 pm by Chelsea Babin

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

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DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor, Home Improvement, Shades 101

Don’t Be Afraid Of The Dark

Posted on February 25, 2022 at 12:00 pm by Chelsea Babin

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

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DIY & Lifestyle

10 Tips For Better Sleep

Posted on February 9, 2022 at 3:28 pm by Chelsea Babin

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

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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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Shades 101

Shades 101: Window Types

Posted on November 10, 2021 at 6:42 pm by JC

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

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News & Updates

30 Years of Redi Shade

Posted on June 30, 2021 at 2:31 pm by Brienna

It’s hard to believe it’s been 30 years of Redi Shade! Time flies when you are having fun, that is for sure. 30 years later and we are still making innovative solutions and have continued to grow our Redi Shade product family with many more No Tools products. Our story started in 1991 in California, with our famous Original Pleated Paper shades that to this day are still our top seller. We even had decorative versions of the shades back then too! At the time we had just a few dozen employees who together, would put together every order to… Read More

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Shades 101

Shades 101: Difference Between Light Controls

Posted on February 11, 2021 at 1:18 pm by Brienna

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

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DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor, Home Improvement, Shades 101

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