While most consider the kitchen to be the heart of the home, it may be more aptly described as the nerve center. Serving a number of important functions from meal preparation to gathering space. This multipurpose room is easily one of the most used in any home and one where the decor, ambiance, and level of organization can set the tone from the rest of your living area. The right window shades...

Begin by making some basic but important tweaks before turning to the fundamentals and moving to hangars, shoes and accessories. Then, if you're feeling ambitious, finesse the details with some impressive finishing touches. Begin with the basics Place a step stool in your closet. You'll be more likely to store – and retrieve – items up high with this one important commodity at your disposal. Put...

There is no doubt that a built-in pool will require diligence and commitment on your part. But with practice, these five simple maintenance steps can become as routine as checking the weather forecast before you “suit up” and take the plunge in that beckoning blue water. Consider: Skim your pool's surface at least twice a week with a hand skimmer or leaf skimmer – long-handed tools allow you to...

It’s the rare homeowner who doesn’t like their home to be a comfortable yet up-to-date reflection of who they are. As families constantly change, it makes sense your home’s style will change as well. In the home remodeling world, making changes to even small details on your home’s interior and exterior can have a huge impact. There’s no shortage of innovative remodeling ideas to draw from – here...

Air conditioning costs can often soar in hot climates like Las Vegas, but there are a number of steps you can take to reduce your bills and help extend the life of your A/C unit. From reducing the heat in your home to making sure your unit is running efficiently, the following tips will help you stay comfortable while reducing your energy bills: Check and change your filter as needed Your air...

Missed our first article? Find it here. You're halfway there. You've considered ceramic, concrete, cork and engineered wood flooring. While these are alluring choices, you know there's more to consider, namely laminate, linoleum, solid wood and vinyl flooring. It may sound like a lot to consider, but these flooring choices are so different they shouldn't run together in your mind – and they...

Picking the color of your interior window shades can be exciting, but also nerve-wracking, as you look for the perfect color to complement your home and furniture. With the following tips, you're sure to find an ideal color that will make you smile each time you look at your Polar Shades window treatments. Consider Texture Take the texture of the window shade into account, thinking of texture as...

Polar Shades is proud to be celebrating 21 years in business. What began as a small, local operation is now a global corporation -- and the team at Polar Shades is glad to have customers all over the world celebrating the company’s 21st birthday. Polar Shades Began in Las Vegas, Nevada Polar Shades unofficially began when co-founder Steve Mevius couldn’t find the perfect shades or blinds for his...

Whether your house is move-in ready or in need of remodeling, your kitchen is a great way to add style and value to your home. Kitchen remodeling can increase the selling price of your home if you decide to put it on the market in the future. While these changes can range from cosmetic to major overhauls, here are five kitchen remodeling ideas that will transform your home: Stain or paint...