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Blog Entries - 2023

3 Steps to Get the Perfect Shades for Your Home

3 Steps to Get the Perfect Shades for Your Home

Posted on: December 18, 2023
Tags: Shades, Window Shades Guide

Finding the perfect window treatment is every homeowner's dream. The right window treatments can tie your room together, enhance your lifestyle, and even help you save on your energy bill. However, selecting the best window treatment for you can quickly

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   Why Cellular Shades are a Smart Choice for Energy Efficiency

Why Cellular Shades are a Smart Choice for Energy Efficiency

Posted on: December 4, 2023
Tags: Shades, Cellular Shades, Energy Efficiency

Everyone wants their home to be more energy efficient. One of the best ways to accomplish this goal is by selecting window treatments that are designed to keep temperatures inside your home consistent. Cellular shades, like Duette® window treatments

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A key in a door. The text reads, "The Top 4 Window Treatments for New Homeowners"

The Top 4 Window Treatments for New Homeowners

Moving into a new home is overwhelming. From moving furniture to planning for interior design upgrades, there is much to do. New homeowners often feel like there is little time to get everything done in addition to their regular responsibilities. 

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A desk and computer in front of windows. The text reads "Maximizing Natural Light in Your Home with the Right Window Treatments"

Maximizing Natural Light in Your Home with the Right Window Treatments

Posted on: November 6, 2023
Tags: Window Treatments, Cellular Shades, solar shades, Natural Light

Controlling how much or how little light enters your home is one of the most important things your window treatments do. The amount of natural light that enters your home contributes to how well you can see, how hot the interior gets, and even how much you are spending on your electric bill.

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Window Treatment Options for Sliding Doors and French Doors

Window Treatment Options for Sliding Doors and French Doors

Posted on: October 16, 2023
Tags: Window Treatments, Sliding Doors, French Doors

You want stylish window treatments for your French doors or sliding doors. But how do you know which window treatments will provide the best coverage and give your room a boost in sophistication?

 

There are many different options you can choose from, including vertical blinds, horizontal blinds, roller shades, and cellular shades, but not every choice will be right for your home and your glass doors.

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Smart Living Made Easy with Motorized Shades

Smart Living Made Easy with Motorized Shades

Posted on: October 2, 2023
Tags: Smart Living, Motorized Shades

Window treatments have come a long way over the years. From traditional curtains and drapes to blinds and shades, to now motorized shades, the evolution of window treatments has been driven by the need for convenience, functionality, and aesthetic appeal.

 

In recent years, the rise of smart homes has brought about a new wave of innovation in window treatments. With the integration of technology, it has become easier than ever to control and automate the opening and closing of blinds and shades with the touch of a button or a simple voice command.

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Choosing the Ideal Shades and Blinds for Urban Apartment Living

Choosing the Ideal Shades and Blinds for Urban Apartment Living

Posted on: September 18, 2023
Tags: Buyer's Guide, Apartment Living

Your window treatments have a substantial effect on your home. They control not only your home's privacy and style but also its comfort and energy efficiency. Finding the right shades or blinds can be especially challenging for those living in an urban

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A row of windows with vertical blinds

A Comprehensive Guide to Vertical Blinds & Shades

Posted on: September 4, 2023
Tags: Shades, Buyer's Guide, Vertical blinds

Every home is unique. And because of that, no two homes will have the same window treatment needs.

 

The variety and style of window treatments that are right for your home comes down to the shape and size of your windows, the position of the sun in the sky at different times of day, and your style.

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Blinds Plus & More Now Open in Eastgate

Blinds Plus & More Now Open in Eastgate

Posted on: August 21, 2023
Tags: Eastgate, New Store, Blinds Plus

Blinds Plus & More is excited to announce the opening of our fifth location in Eastgate, Ohio. As a trusted provider of high-quality window treatments, we are proud to continue our dedication to exceptional service and tailored window treatment solutions

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A Comprehensive Guide to Woven Wood Shades

A Comprehensive Guide to Woven Wood Shades

Posted on: August 7, 2023
Tags: Shades, Wooven Wood Shades

What are Woven Wood Shades? Woven wood shades are a sustainable and renewable resource making them a safe and eco-friendly choice for all environments. They offer a great alternative to traditional window treatments and can be easily customized with a

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Your Guide to Hunter Douglas® Window Shades

Your Guide to Hunter Douglas® Window Shades

Posted on: July 17, 2023
Tags: Shades, Silhouette®, Pirouette®, Vignette®, Duette®, Hunter Douglas®

Hunter Douglas® has developed a reputation as one of the premiere brands for blinds, shades, and other window treatments, and with good reason.

Choosing Hunter Douglas® shades offers your home superior style, unbeatable temperature control, and unmatched durability that will help your home shine. With a rich heritage dating back to 1946, Hunter Douglas® has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation, transforming windows into captivating focal points and enhancing the ambiance of any space.

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A kitchen with white shutters in the background with text that reads "Do Different Rooms Need Different Window Treatments?"

Do Different Rooms Need Different Window Treatments?

Posted on: July 3, 2023
Tags: Shades, Window Treatments, Light Control

No two rooms in your home have the same window treatment needs. Some rooms will need window treatments adept at blocking out significant sunlight, other rooms will need window treatments that are waterproof and easy to clean.

The window treatments you need for each room depend on a variety of factors including what the room is used for, how much light you need to block out, and your lifestyle.

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Types of Exterior Blinds and Shades

Types of Exterior Blinds and Shades

Exterior blinds and shades are the new window treatment style that has been surging in popularity over the past two years. According to Grand View Research, the exterior shading market in North America was valued at $3.3 billion in 2020, and it is projected

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Men installing window treatments

DIY vs Professional Window Covering Installation

You’ve finally picked out the perfect window treatments. They match your home décor, keep out the sun’s harsh rays, and subtly provide an upgrade in privacy. Now you need to decide whether you want a professional installation or if you want

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Living room furniture in front of a large window with black window coverings

Choosing the Right Window Coverings for Energy Efficiency

Energy efficiency is more important than ever before.


Not only do we all want to keep the costs of our energy bills down, but wasted energy also harms the global climate.

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What Are Solar Shades Best Used For?

What Are Solar Shades Best Used For?

Posted on: May 1, 2023
Tags: solar shades, shades

Finding the perfect temperature for your home without overspending on your energy bills is a challenge many homeowners struggle with.

 

Everyone’s bodies are different, so some homeowners will want to keep their homes warm, and some prefer cooler air. However, all homeowners agree that there is nothing more irritating than losing or adding unwanted heat through your windows.

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Faux Wood Blinds: An Eco-Friendly Window Treatment Choice

Faux Wood Blinds: An Eco-Friendly Window Treatment Choice

We all want our homes to be environmentally responsible. However, with all the single-use plastics and wasted energy out there, it can feel like being environmentally friendly is an impossible task. Enter: faux wood blinds from Blinds Plus and More. Faux

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Faux wood blinds

What’s the Difference Between Faux Wood Blinds and Natural Wood Blinds?

Your blinds are a big part of your home’s style and décor. We all love the look of elegant wood blinds. And today, you have more options for wood blinds than ever before. Wood blinds come in many different varieties, colors, and styles. And one

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These Window Coverings Are the Easiest to Maintain

These Window Coverings Are the Easiest to Maintain

Your window treatments are an important part of your style and décor. They say a lot about your home’s theme and the feelings you want to convey when someone first steps through your door. Low-maintenance window coverings are ideal for many

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Window Coverings that are the Most Durable

We all love our window treatments. But there is nothing worse than finding the perfect window treatments for your home, only to find that they wear out after a year or two of service. For that reason, when searching for window treatments, many homeowners

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A bath tub in front of a large window

Best Window Treatments for Large Windows

Chances are that the biggest window in your home is your favorite.

We love large, expansive windows because they let in natural light, provide a tremendous view of the outdoors, and they often have features that other windows do not.

However, larger windows can also present some difficulties, usually when you are looking for window treatments.

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A child peeking out the window underneath window blinds

The Best and Safest Window Treatments for Kids’ Rooms

Window treatments can make or break a room.But when you are selecting window treatments for a kid’s room, you need to consider more than just what looks best.Kids’ rooms need many special accommodations to ensure the health of the child, the

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Window Shade and Roller Blind Opacity Explained

Window Shade and Roller Blind Opacity Explained

Posted on: January 23, 2023
Tags: Shades, Window Treatments, Blinds, Blind Opacity, Shade Opacity

Everyone wants the perfect window treatment.

For some, that means maximum privacy. For others, it means perfect light control.

Everyone’s needs are different, and because of this no one home will have the same window treatment layout.

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Window Treatments We Love for the New Year

Window Treatments We Love for the New Year

Posted on: January 2, 2023
Tags: Shades, Window Treatments, Blinds, Faux Wood

With the new year comes the opportunity for great change.

One change you might consider going into 2023 is upgrading your window treatments.

New window treatments can provide a burst of style, substance, and identity to make your home truly unique in 2023.

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