Jerry and Diane [not their real names] built their home 10 years ago and wanted to update the window treatments in their dining room, sitting room and master bedroom. All of their windows have blinds that are sandwiched between the panes of glass. The couple recognizes that, while this type of window provides the important functions of light control and privacy, left alone they do nothing to enhance the rest of a room's decor.

The master bedroom is outfitted with an oversized four-poster and armoire. The three windows are set low in the wall, leaving 26 inches from the top of the window to the ceiling. We used a tailored butterfly Roman shade in a rich chocolate brown and blue embroidered faux silk. This structured, but soft, style added softness to a room dominated by large wood furniture. To balance the height of the furniture, we hung the shades at the same height on the wall as the bedposts.. Two custom pillows in the same fabric tie the couple's existing bedding to the shades for a finished look.

Submitted by: Linda Pinsker and Mary Humphries, Budget Blinds serving Hutchinson, KS

We spend weeks trimming our homes for the holidays!  We pull out treasures we only see once a year. So after the holiday decorations are stowed away for another year, many homes feel empty and as sterile as a hospital room. Avoid the Post Holiday Humdrum Home Syndrome with a few well placed accents!

The right accent pieces can make your home look refreshed.

• Clear the clutter! Clutter gets in the way of making your home the best it can be. Our friends at Closet Tailors have some great tips on clearing clutter.
• Stow all your holiday gear and put only those pieces that bring you joy on display. It’s okay to rotate those decorative pieces so it always looks like you have something new.
• Dress up windows by surrounding them with decorative drapery panels and beautiful drapery hardware.  Change out your drapery panels seasonally to capture the essence of that season: light-colored panels for spring, gauzy cotton panels for summer, textured and richly colored panels for fall and stunning, shimmery silk panels and valances for winter.
• Add coordinating throw pillows to carry the colors from your seasonal drapery panels throughout the room.
• Swap out the dark area rug for a natural-colored sisal area rug with an attractive trim.

In no time your house will be free of the Post Holiday Humdrum Home Syndrome.

A current trend in interior design is to filter natural light and wash rooms in the glow created through fabrics. If this is a look you want for your home, then you need to consider Budget Blinds exclusive product, Signature Murano™ soft horizontal blinds.

Signature Murano™ horizontal blinds have all the light-filtering properties of fabric with the ease-of-use of traditional blinds. This window treatment works well for busy homes. Its innovative design, fabric louver supported by thin, flexible rods, resists warping. Its easy-care polyester fabric is treated with a top coat that repels dust and dirt, but can be spot cleaned.

The real beauty of Signature Murano™ soft horizontal blinds is their ability to work well in virtually any décor and any room. The product is available in four luxurious weaves and dozens of colors so there’s bound to be something to match your décor. Signature Murano™ can be used in traditional windows, bay windows or corner windows. Further, you can customize it with a host of options like: routless louvers for added privacy, tilt control options, motorization, cloth tapes or wood cornices. 

For a truly stunning look, frame your Signature Murano™ soft horizontal blinds with drapery panels and a valance in a coordinating fabric from Signature Fabric Treatments™ by Budget Blinds®.

If you’re looking for a unique product that makes your home stand out from the sea of sameness, Signature Murano™ Soft Horizontal Blinds may be just what your home needs.

Features & Benefits

Flexible Louvers
Signature Murano™ window treatments don't get bent out of shape like other blinds do when you sneak a peek outside.

Easy-Care, Treated Polyester Fabric
Signature Murano™  blinds shun dust and dirt, but if it does get dirty, can be spot clean with a little soap and water

Four Weaves; Dozens of Colors
Signature Murano™ is available in so many colors and textures, one is sure to work with your décor. You get to choose the level of privacy and light-filtering. Darker shades are better at blocking light.

Routless Option
Routless option eliminates rout holes in louver, enhancing privacy and improving light blocking. Improved light blocking means less light pollution, which could improve sleep quality.

Tilt Control Options
Eliminate cords and enhance safety for young children and pets. Motorize your Signature Murano™ for the ultimate in convenience.

Cloth Tapes
Add a cloth tape to incorporate your décor colors throughout the room.

Fabric Wrapped or Grand and Imperial Wood Cornices are Available
Cornices finish the look of your Signature Murano™ horizontal blinds and conceal operating mechanisms. Opt for the wood Grand or Imperial Cornices to add an extra touch of luxury to your Signature Murano™ blinds.

Custom Fit
There are Signature Murano™  styles that fit bay windows and corner windows, which can be difficult to cover.

Find out more about Signature Murano™ Fabric Blinds here
See more examples of horizontal blinds here