Prior Lake, MN, April. 01, 2007 - Recognizing that shopping for window blinds and plantation shutters can be a daunting task, and that few people know exactly what to consider when sorting through the mountain of choices, and even fewer yet know how to measure precisely, a website has been launched that takes the guesswork out of this process and works to ensure homeowners achieve a designer look without paying a high-end designer price.

It’s called Home-Window-Blinds.com and as visitors will find, it’s a one-stop-shop for homeowners looking to learn more about window treatments such as wood blinds, plantation shutters, Roman shades and more. The site boasts an unparalleled selection of window blinds and shades, along with a virtual library of information that visitors can rely on to ensure they make informed decisions.

For instance, www.Home-Window-Blinds.com provides a step-by-step guide on how to measure for every blind or shade imaginable, as well as an array of articles and resources that can be relied to assist visitors as they work to choose a window treatment suits their style, their budget and their home’s unique needs.

This site also boasts a “Find Installer” tool, which further sets it apart from other like sites.

Additionally, the site is neatly organized and serves to really hold the online shopper’s hand throughout the entire process, making it a perfect stop for first-time homeowners and long-time homeowners alike.

Home-window-blinds.com also provides an arsenal of support information, such as tips and advice on choosing between wood blinds and faux wood blinds (which are manufactured wood product and better suited for high-humidity situations such as for waterfront homes). Likewise, there’s pertinent information on choosing the right wood finish for your home’s décor, what window treatments will best filter light or darken rooms and more.

Visitors can order free samples and there is a 30-day, 100% satisfaction guaranteed return policy on all of the site’s products.

About www.home-window-blinds.com
Home-window-blinds.com was created to meet the needs of homeowners by providing top-rated window blinds, shades and shutters, as well as valuable information suited for woodworkers of all levels. The website, which can be counted on to help visitors choose and buy the window treatments best suited to their needs and their budget. The information on the website is updated on a regular basis, providing site visitors with a wealth of current information on wood blinds, shades, plantation shutters and more.

Contact: Kellie Fowler
613-326-0563

You’ve narrowed down your window treatment choices to wood blinds or shutters and are eager to place your order when it dawns on you, just what finish will work best with your home’s interior?

The truth is that matching the finish of your blinds and shutters to the other colors and finishes in your home is a breeze if you take the following into consideration:

1. Does the room have existing wood in it and if so, what color is the finish on the existing wood?
2. While you do not have to match the existing finish color exactly, you will want to mirror it somewhat, so if you have dark finishes in the room, you will want to look at dark finishes (such as russet or mahogany) for your wood window treatments, which includes wood blinds, faux wood blinds and wood plantation shutters.
3. If you do not have existing wood in the room, take some time to consider your unique style and the style of the room. You will want to compliment these with your window treatments. For instance, if you are choosing wood blinds or shutters for an airy waterfront property that is decorated in lighter hues, a lighter finish is a must (such as alabaster or a natural finish). You may even want to look into bleached finishes or white finishes. On the other hand, if you are ordering wood window treatments for a study that is decorated in warm tones, you will want to lean toward a warmer finish, gravitating toward the medium, warmer tones (such as a golden oak).
4. Darker finishes (such as chestnut, walnut, mahogany, etc.) can really hope to dress-up a room, but you don’t want to opt for these darker finishes if your room boasts light hardwood floors or light fabrics, furniture and accessories. These darker finishes are best when matched up with like finishes on existing furniture or for use when looking to create a more dramatic flair or a warmer room overall.

5. To help you make the best choice for your home and your windows, we are happy to provide you with free samples of all wood and faux wood window treatments. We recognize that this enables you to shop with more confidence and that remains our ultimate goal.

    

If you’ve been looking for window treatment solutions that provide more privacy and allow outside light to “filter in,” you’ve undoubtedly heard of honeycomb shades. When closed, these shades, which are called “honeycombs” because they feature cells which are layered for more privacy and more light control, can filter out light and if you choose the triple-layered variety, they can serve to darken even the brightest room.

They are energy efficient and available in the sheerest of fabrics, as well as a large variety of fabrics that, when closed, actually darken your room by blocking out a great deal of incoming light.

Available in several pleat sizes (larger pleats are more energy efficient), when raised, honeycomb shades (which are also often referred to as cellular shades) are compact, giving you a clear view when you want your room to be its lightest.

These shades are popular because they can be customized to match any décor or style and to lightly filter out light, or help darken a room (such as a bedroom).

The classic roller shade can also be counted on to help darken a bright room. These popular window treatments are simple, effective, and economical. They also offer a high level of privacy and can be made to blackout most light.

When determining how much light you want to let in your windows, keep in mind that all shades provide more darkening ability if you choose a thicker, heavier, darker fabric or you choose to layer the cells (in the case of honeycomb and cellular shades).

You may also want to look into using a lighter fabric, perhaps one that matches your existing décor, and then pair this with a backing so that you have the ability to make the room as dark as you need to, all the while showcasing the lighter fabrics that you have chosen for your home’s interior.

Of course, no matter which shade option you choose, be it sheer, simple light-filtering, or room-darkening, you will be able to quickly and easily roll your window shade up to let as much light in as you desire, making window shades a popular choice for any room and in any setting because of there unparalleled versatility and unique abilities to let the amount of light in (or out) that you choose at any given time.