Many years ago roller shades were objects of art: sheets of translucent cloth or paper, painted with colorful landscapes and romantic scenes -- and visible to people both inside a home and admirers who happened to be walking by. This was 1780, when people took the time to copy, draw, stencil or paint their roller shades with painstaking care. Still, they grew impatient with the tedious process of...

Some funny things happened after your new, electric window shades were installed. Initially, they lived up to expectations by providing you with the convenience, security, energy savings and elegance you were promised. What you didn't expect were five additional benefits they brought to your home – and your life. It's no laughing matter, but these “funny” things are beginning to add up: You're...

When looking for the ultimate at-home convenience, it's time to add a remote for your window shades to your collection. If you're the one in the family who usually has the TV remote firmly in hand – or at least right at your side – you'll take to remote control shades with ease. You'll love the convenience For the very same reason you love the TV remote, you'll love remote control shades: all you...

We don't often invoke our initials at Polar Shades, but when people say they have gotten “the memo” about the benefits of online shopping, we can't help ourselves. We suggest adding a P.S.: While it's fine to shop for some products online, window shades is definitely not one of them. When you book a free in-home consultation with Polar Shades, you will enjoy four distinct advantages the online...

Shopping for furniture online might appeal to you because you can quickly cover more “ground” by clicking on selections at four or five stores than by traveling to those same stores by car. But not all Internet retailers are reputable or secure, so follow some vetting tips before you screen your selections. Vet the retailer first Consider shopping at retailers with brick and mortar stores....

They say, what’s old can be new again, but the reverse is true, too. If you gravitate to antique furniture, you’re going to be pleasantly surprised by how simple it is to make even a new piece of furniture look worn and broken in. The technique is known among painting professionals as “distressing,” but don’t read too much into the term itself. In this case, it means the furniture – not its owner...

A getaway to a luxury hotel can provide a calm and relaxing weekend but infusing that luxury hotel feel into your own bedroom can make everyday tranquil. This doesn't require an interior designer, simply a few tweaks to your current space. Use these tips to create a room better than the finest luxury hotel. Layer Your Bed The perfect boutique hotel room boasts a plush and sumptuous bed you can...

A good night's rest is critical for your mind and body. Unfortunately, too many people in the US complain they spend their days feeling sluggish due to poor sleep. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), 1 in 3 Americans are sleep deprived. Besides making you feel awful, a lack of quality sleep is dangerous and can have a negative impact on your health. Studies show the effects of a...

There's a lot of pressure to get Valentine's Day right. From selecting the best flowers to serving the perfect meal, the process can be nerve-wracking. If you're worried about setting the mood for your Valentine's Day date at home, let these tips take the pressure off so you can focus on your Valentine instead. 1. Think Red The decorations do not have to be expensive and elaborate, only...