If you haven’t given much thought to the window treatments in your business, now is the time to think again. This seemingly small choice can actually have large impacts on your company in many ways. Here are three of the reasons you should consider switching your business to window shades rather than using window blinds or tints. Atmosphere Although most customers will not take the time to deeply...

Potential home buyers base first impressions of a home from its curb appeal. Landscaping, paint colors, and doors help boost curb appeal, but there is one area often overlooked - the windows. Find out how to update your home's windows and improve the look of your home with the tips below. Do a Window Refresh Stand back and check the trim around your windows. If the paint is chipping, it can make...

Office areas have a tendency to be drab, neutral, and boring; some might even argue their spaces can be downright depressing. Fresh paint and a few plants can only do so much. If you're really looking for a way to liven up your office, find changes that bring a peaceful transition from the outside in. Shades offer an awesome opportunity, transforming the feel of your work space with a product...

After spring cleaning comes summer refreshment. With just a few quick changes, you can make a big difference in the look and feel of your home. Let the warm air and sunny colors of summer inspire you to try these 10-minute tricks for freshening up your space! Bring in the Freshness Soothe the senses and celebrate the warmer weather with fresh summer flower arrangements. Whether you grow your own...

When selecting window shades, most people focus on color, style and (of course) price. These are just a few of the considerations you should take into account when selecting window shades, though. There are many other factors to consider, from the safety of your pets to whether or not a warranty is included with your shades. If you’re looking for new window shades, we’ve assembled a guide of 10...

The long days of spring and summer are ideal for transforming home improvement inspiration into the home decor projects that best suit your household. In an earlier post we detailed our favorite 5 Home Decor Blogs to Follow, now we want to take a sharper focus and look at some of our favorite home decor DIY projects. With the Advent of Pinterest, many dream of becoming DIY designers. However, it...

Frank Battista is a musician and a part-time salesmen of a well-known home entertainment system, so as he is fond of telling customers, he knows "the value of good sound." One of the sounds he hears at least once a month is of a ranting customer who wishes to return the expensive system because "the acoustics stink." Cool-as-a-cucumber Battista runs through a list of questions with the customer...

Creating an outdoor living space is probably easier than you think, when you use ZipRite Shades. Brought to you by Polar Shades®, ZipRite exterior shades keep pets in, and insects out. How many times have you opted to stay inside because of a bug invasion? With the help of ZipRite Shades, now you don't have to. All it takes is the simple touch of a button, to expand your living space. The good...

Restaurants have to undergo all types of safety requirements. Chefs and kitchen managers are rigorously tested on the best safety techniques for food handling. Public health inspectors routinely inspect food service institutions to ensure every applicable safety requirement is being followed. Restaurants also undergo electrical and structural inspections to ensure the building is safe for their...