With warmer days upon us it’s time to start thinking about switching out those heavy draperies with alighter, more airy option. One of our favorites? Sheers! This lightweight, airy option allows the soft beams of sun in while still providing privacy and a soft, elegant touch to your décor. 

The Decorative Solution

Speaking of privacy, do you want continued privacy without blocking out the gorgeous summer sunshine? Then you have got to check out decorative window film! This easy to install solution comes in a variety of options such as illuminating stained glass, chic rice paper and elegant etched lace among others. And not only is this a stylish solution, but it’s also a helpful one in that it will reduce 99% of the ultraviolet raysand up to 85% of the heat, which can protect your interior and help reduce your energy costs.

There you have it! Our quick, easy, 1,2,3 solutions to preparing your home for the warmer days. Now that you know our secrets, what are yours? Leave us a comment explaining how you prepare your home for summer!

Convenience is the leading reason customers give for adding motorization to their window treatments.  

One area of the home we add motorization to a lot is the bathroom. Motorization lets you lower and raise window treatments over tubs without having to climb in to do so. Preserve your privacy and prevent injury from an awkward slip-and-fall event with motorization.

Some kudos are in order for a few of the great vendors in Budget Blinds' Vendor Alliance who were honored at the 2011 Window Covering Manufacturers Association (WCMA) Product Awards. Ask your local Budget Blinds franchisee about how to get these winners in your home!

The 2011 WCMA Product Awards, the annual competition showcasing the window coverings industry’s best products and merchandising programs, were announced at the Las Vegas Convention Center on April 27, 2011. The winning products, selected for their technical achievements, style concepts and overall designs, were toasted at a reception held in conjunction with Vision 11 (International Window Coverings Expo).