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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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Home Improvement

Layers Mean Cozy

Posted on February 12, 2020 at 3:00 pm by Brienna

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

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Making a Christmas Tree with Original Shades

Posted on December 18, 2019 at 3:00 pm by Brienna

Making a Christmas Tree with Original Shades Here’s a fun craft project you can make with the kids during the holidays! Bet you didn’t know that our Original paper shades not only provide coverage for your windows, but you can also use them for fun crafts. Today we show you how making a Christmas tree with Original Shades is super fun and easy! What you will need: – 1 or 2 36” or 48” Original Shades (depends on the size of tree you want to make) – Green spray paint – Styrofoam balls (as many as you’d like, these… Read More

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Setting up the Ultimate Movie/Gaming Room

Posted on October 23, 2019 at 3:00 pm by Brienna

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

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How to Make Your Own Halloween Shade

Posted on October 2, 2019 at 3:00 pm by Brienna

How to Make Your Own Halloween Shade Our Original Shades are awesome for apartments, dorm rooms, around the house or during home renovations, but they are also great for Holiday decorations! We decided to have some early Halloween craft fun with our Original Blackout shades. Check out this step-by-step craft guide on how to make your own Halloween shade. What you will need: – An Original blackout shade – Burnt Orange spray paint – Black acrylic paint – Purple acrylic paint – Black sparkle paint (optional) – Fluorescent Purple sparkle paint (optional) – Tacky glue – Gold sparkles – Stencils… Read More

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DIY & Lifestyle

Tips For Hosting an End of the Summer BBQ

Posted on August 7, 2019 at 7:12 pm by Brienna

Sadly, we’re approaching the end of the summer. Kids are going back to school. Vacation at the beach is a thing of the past. We’re beginning to lose our minds because Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations are already out at our local stores! WHAT! Don’t fret though, because we still have beautiful weather. Why not enjoy a wonderful meal with friends and family, great music and fun games outdoors? To get you started, here are some tips for hosting an end of the summer BBQ that your friends and family won’t stop talking about and look forward to all week. Backyard…

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Shades 101

How to Use an Arch Holder

Posted on July 24, 2019 at 12:37 pm by Brienna

We’ve been getting questions about how to use an arch holder when installing Original Arch Shades. Here is an easy step-by-step guide on how to do that. Step 1: You will first need to measure and trim your shade. For instructions on how to do this, check out our measure and installation videos. Step 2: Peel the adhesive off of both sides of the shade. Place the shade into the arch holder and then place it into the window frame. Step 3: Lift the shade from the top and fan it open, positioning it into the window. To make sure…

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News & Updates

What’s New in Window Shades

Posted on April 17, 2019 at 2:56 pm by Brienna

Today on Made in the Shade we are bringing you the latest and greatest updates in our selection of products! Keep on reading to learn what’s new in window shades. Original Pleated Fabric Shades Now Offered in Printed Styles For those looking to add a playful decor piece to a room, this update is for you! We are now offering our popular pleated fabric shade in prints like the “Dream” shade you see below. These shades install in a matter of minutes, softly diffuse light, and provide privacy to any room. These fun prints are perfect for dorms, apartments, children’s…

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Shades 101

How to Install Artisan Custom Shades

Posted on April 3, 2019 at 9:22 pm by Brienna

If you’re a fan of the blog, you know how excited we are about the new installation method for our Artisan Custom shades with included Command Strips from 3M. It’s no secret that here at Redi Shade we value a product that is versatile, easy to install, and looks great. Artisan line delivers on all points. With just the push of a button, you can install Artisan Custom shades without the damage of traditional brackets. Do fully customizable shades that install in seconds appeal to you? Check out the quick installation video. This tutorial will show you just how easy…

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