No matter how insignificant it may seem, intuitive design can remove many of life’s little headaches add to stress and frustration. Have you ever made a fool of yourself jerking a blinds cord from side to side trying to adjust it? We believe that basic operation shouldn’t be a challenge. That’s why Blinds.com offers an alternative that makes raising your blinds effortless, and even a little fun – cordless. Free Cordless During April! During April we’re offering a free cordless upgrade for many top products, but time’s almost up! The sale ends 3/31. Free Cordless Upgrade on Blinds.com Brand Shades Free Cordless on Bali Shades Free Cordless on Graber Blinds and Shades   The Dos and Don’ts of Cordless Blinds Cordless…

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The International Window Coverings Expo, an annual industry event, took place last week  in New Orleans.  Industry executives, suppliers, designers and retailers from around the world were in attendance.  New products were on display, and experts presented seminars. One of the highlights was the showcase sponsored by the Custom Home Furnishings Academy, where professionals were challenged to design a vignette with none of the real-world constraints such as cost, existing décor, or client preferences… they were even able to sketch their own window!   Take a look at the fantasy window treatments that these creative pros dreamed up when they were told “anything goes”:   Left:  “Black Swan” by Debra Martin of Debra Martin Designs and Sheri Stouffer of Finishing…

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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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We’ve been on the edge of our seats waiting to announce the release of an innovative new product, The Instafit™ Cordless Honeycomb Shade. This window shade is truly like no other. Even the most DIY-phobic decorators can install it in seconds and it won’t leave any holes in your wall. Want to know how this is possible? Well, think back to the tension rods that you use to hang curtains. Easy to install, but a little wimpy, right? The InstaFit™ Shade stays firmly fixed in your window through spring tension, just like a curtain rod, but the comparison stops there. The high quality steel headrail, high tension springs and rubber gripping ends will lock the shade tight into your window frame until you’re…

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The Look of Real Hardwood With No Maintenance Beautifully stained hardwood never fails to add sophistication to your home when it’s incorporated as luxurious flooring and fine furniture. The look of real wood will bring the same upscale feel to sliding doors and large windows. The Blinds.com Brand Faux Wood Vertical Blinds are the perfect solution for windows that are hard to cover, and they’re safe for long exposure to light and temperature change because there’s no risk of warping. These durable slats are offered with a wide selection of realistic wood grain finishes that give vertical blinds a modern look. Dark wood brings a more formal tone to decorating. This deep Chestnut stain will flow perfectly with a tailored living room…

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You’ve taken the time to adorn nearly every square inch of your home for the Holidays, but what about the windows? Because you have beautiful window coverings hanging in every frame (if you don’t, you should!) your guest’s eyes will naturally be drawn to your windows. Why not give them a little something to look at? Read on for beaucoups of festive ways to dress up your kitchen windows. Make a Merry Scene in Your Kitchen Window With family meals and parties galore, Christmas is often accompanied by more time in the kitchen. Make your cooking space a warm and inviting place to gather by decking  the kitchen window with boughs and bells. If you want to give your winter decor a…

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Have you heard about Houzz? We’re in love because we can share our favorite window blinds and woven wood shades and gain amazing inspiration from other home decorators. It’s like if Design Sponge, Pinterest, Angie’s List, and Architectural Digest had a gorgeous social media love child. Houzz is a new social site for remodeling and home design where home improvement professionals and homeowners from around the world can interact to share photos, inspiration, and advice. Here’s what you can do with Houzz: Browse 700,000+ high quality photos for inspiration and collect them in ideabooks. See the work of remodeling and decorating professionals around you. Get advice about a design dilemma from industry professionals. Read reviews from the Houzz community about architects, designers, contractors,…

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Your windows are with you all year long, but there’s no time like the summer to really appreciate a great light and heat blocking window covering! Here are a few of our favorite solar shade and insulating cell shade reviews, just in time for the sweltering summer heat. Bali Solar Shades: “Perfect for hot windows” “We live in GA and our back yard of flowers faces South. Before we got our Sunscreen blind it was like living in a cave for about the nine hot months. Now it is cool in the room and we can see our garden. It is our perfect solution and can’t wait to do our breakfast room the same way.”  ~Thanks to reviewer: luanngreencat Graber…

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Company culture is critical to your organization’s success. A workplace that reflects the attitudes and ideas of the company collectively makes for happy, energetic, proactive employees. Read how the new Blinds.Complex transformed our team.

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Find out why order free samples before you buy blinds will give you the best online experience possible. Avoid mistakes by knowing exactly what color and quality you’re getting.

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