The home on the show, Full House, was the quintessential Bay Window in my opinion! The beautiful Victorian style home was such an iconic image for all children of the 80s.  Bay windows add so much character to any home, so it is important to get your window treatement right!  Check out some tips on how to measure for a bay window: Find your Product: Before you can even think about taking your measurements, it is important to select your product first.  Each blind will have a different depth that will come into play when installing.  Be sure to look on our website for the different depth requirements per product.  Take the inside mount fully recessed measurement for an accurate result: How to Measure: Now it’s time…

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Blinds and Shades in One! Blinds give you adjustable light control. Shades give you energy efficiency and complete privacy. When you’re shopping for a custom window covering don’t you want to invest your money in something that lets you have it all? Get the best of both worlds with Odysee Insulating Blinds. These innovative window treatments have durable fabric vanes that allow light in when open and can be raised and lowered like traditional blinds. However each vane can be expanded to give you cellular shade-like coverage and insulation. Typical slat blinds can be opened and closed as well, but slats don’t close perfectly and can let in light through gaps. The Odysee vanes expand to an interlocking fit that…

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Spring is finally upon us! The gloomy winter days are gone and it is at last time to bring color back into your home.  Be sure to check out our recent blog post on what colors and products are hot this spring – The Hottest Spring Colors Come To Your Windows. Pinterest is full of DIY crafty ideas.  Check out 4 of our top picks to bring Spring into your home this season with our Spring Pinterest Fab 4 Picks: DIY Citrus Wreath Never judge a book by its cover?  Well in the home décor world, the outside of your home is just as important as the inside.   Let your home speak for itself with this warm invite.  This Pinterest…

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  Finish Your Room Before They’re Gone! Want to keep a consistent look in your home? If you ordered Blinds.com Brand 3/8″ Double Cell Light Filtering Shades or 3/8″ Double Cell Blackout Shades, order now to get matching colors for the rest of your home! We only have a limited supply, so order by April 10th to get them before they’re no longer available! Order 3/8″ Double Cell Light Filtering Shades - Limited Supply Available! Order 3/8″ Double Cell Blackout Shades - Limited Supply Available! The last day to order is April 10th!

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Ready to modernize your windows? Save on designer style with free cordless upgrades during April! View offers from our top brands below to see how you can change your window treatments from tired and outdated to sleek and sophisticated. Blinds on Sale for April Free Cordless Upgrade on Blinds.com Brand Shades Good news, window shoppers – you don´t have to break the bank to buy the most current window treatments on the market. Order now and get a free cordless upgrade for a range of products like cellular shades, roller shades, verticals and more!   Free Cordless on Bali Shades Bali makes some of the most beautiful shades on the market, perfect for anyone with a decorator’s eye for quality. This month, get…

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Ready to shed those drab winter layers and liven up your look for spring? In the fashion world, Spring 2013 is blooming with bright colors that don’t hold back. Your home decor can fall victim to a wash of greys and oatmeals during winter too, so brighten it back up with spring’s hottest hues on your windows.   Cellular Shades in Top Spring Colors Cellular shades are the colored skinny jeans of the window fashion world. They can be dressed up or down, are uber functional, always crisp, and a no brainer solution to brighten up a room. Our Norman Brand Cellular Shades have just undergone a complete color makeover with extensive research into what’s trending now in the home…

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One of our customers needed blinds to cover the variety of window shapes and sizes in her living room. In the end, she achieved a cohesive look with Bali 2 1/2″ Northern Heights Shutter Style Wood Blinds in every window. She originally favored white as a safe choice, but with a helpful nudge from her husband she chose the more adventurous Saddle Brown. “Extremely Pleased!!” Here What She Had To Say: “I utilized the design consultant prior to purchasing the blinds. Somewhat hesitant about the 2 1/2 inch blinds since my front windows are very large. I initially selected white, however hubby convinced me that I shouldn’t be afraid of color. We decided on the saddle brown. “Hubby convinced me…

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You’re tuning into to another ‘Window FAQ’ post from Mindy, a fabulous Customer Service Representative here at Blinds.com. Have a window covering question you’d like help with? Leave a comment below! Tips on Patio Doors… Patio doors provide homes with access to fresh air and the beautiful outdoors.  And, since they are the focal point in any room, you of course want the perfect window coverings! Today, we have created a few patio door tips that we think will help with your next purchase – enjoy! There are two kinds of patio doors: French doors and Sliding Glass Windows French Doors Cell shades are the perfect option for French doors.  Their low profile design prevents the shades from sticking out…

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You’re tuning into to another ‘Window FAQ’ post from Mindy, a fabulous Customer Service Representative here at Blinds.com. Have a window covering question you’d like help with? Leave a comment below! Inside Mount vs. Outside Mount  At Blinds.com, we strive to make ordering blinds online both easy and exciting.  Here is a common FAQ that should help make your experience just that! One of the first questions I get asked in Customer Service is “How should I install my blinds… Inside or Outside Mount?” First things first… check your window depth!  Do you have a shallow window or a deep window? *If you missed our last FAQ on Window Depth, be sure to check out the following link:  Do I Have Enough…

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Whether you want a fresh look for spring, or are hardcore committed to St. Patrick’s Day, Blinds.com has green blinds for you. From true green to soft mossy tones, we have a variety of hues that will fit in any space. Learn how to decorate with green and incorporate this color effortlessly into your existing design. Green Blinds – Find Your Four Leaf Clover If green blinds are your thing, the Blinds.com Brand 2″ Aluminum Blinds in Pinion are the perfect pick for you. These blinds are made for strength and durability, so they’ll serve you well for years to come.   This soft Fern color is gorgeous on a crisp fabric shade like the Bali DiamondCell 3/8″ Double Cell Shades….

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