There are a few differences subtle between drapes and curtains. They each suit different needs and aesthetics, and it’s important to choose the right one for your home. Curtains Curtains are lighter than drapes and are usually moved by pulling with your hands instead of using a pulley system. They are more informal than drapes …
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Are custom window treatments really that important? You may ask, “I’ve spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on my new home and all of the upgrades. Why should I now spend more on window coverings? Can’t I just buy “ready-mades” from the Pottery Barn website? Aren’t they just as good?” I understand. Buying or building …
The name “Roman shade” comes from the classic drapery styles of the Roman Empire era. Roman shades are custom-made fabric shades that are typically constructed in even folds. They fold up as you raise them, and unfold as you lower them. You can easily adjust the height with a cord to suit your privacy and …
Shades are probably the most versatile of window treatments. They come in a wide variety of materials and features. Some lower from a roll and others descending from a headrail. Your shades control sunlight, insulate and regulate the temperature in your room, and give you needed privacy. They can be elegant or casual, hand-operated or …
When you are deciding to buy window treatments for your home, one of the first questions that will pop up is whether to get blinds or shades. This guide aims to inform you of the pros and cons of each one so you can make an informed decision and hopefully choose the one that’s right …
Origins of Chattanooga Window Treatments Chattanooga window treatment started as an interior design firm, after working for a little while they realized that the local market didn’t have an adequate window treatment supplier, so they decided to specialize in that sector to offer a better quality tailor-made service to a market that badly needed it. …
Draperies, linen shades, valences, Roman shades, balloon shades… the list goes on. The latest design elements for window treatments really bring your house together and turn it into a home. Nancy shares some of her current favorite window treatments and divulges why you should save room in your budget and how window treatments can truly …
Kentucky, Sewing and a Whirlwind of Design Several years ago, Nancy Waddell was sitting at her home in Kentucky with her small children, a strong sewing background and a desire to do something she loved. As a child, Nancy used to flip through building catalogs for fun and so the extra space in her home …
This post was created in collaboration with our friends over at Bellhops Movers Generally speaking, we believe in timeless over trends and that quality is more important than fleeting fads. But most people want their home to look current and stylish so it can be helpful to keep an eye on the direction that interior …
Of the many remodels that we engaged in over the years, there was always one lesson that repeated itself again and again: Do It Now. We would live in a place for 5 or 6 years, then find out that my husband (the main breadwinner) needed to take a new opportunity in a new city, …
