Polar Shades offers shade fabrics that are the ideal solution for managing the sun's heat and glare so you can enjoy an exceptionally comfortable indoor experience. Fabrics come in an array of styles, types, and colors guaranteed to compliment any decόr and building style. To select the best shade fabric that meets your needs, consider the following differing features: Fabric Type for Visual...

While everyone enjoys having natural light fill their home, fading, discoloration and fabric damage are all unwelcome downsides of sunlight. All fabrics and materials are affected by both direct and indirect sunlight, and even the most color-fast materials will fade. Sun control shades are a stylish way to block and keep sunlight from doing its worst to your furniture. At Polar Shades, we use a...

Your home should be a place where you and your family feel safe and comfortable. There are smaller updates that can make your home more secure if installing an alarm isn't a feasible option. Below are 3 tips: 1. Update Your Doors The doors are the first entry point for the home and the first place you should update in order to keep your home safe. Start by checking out the doorplates on the...

When trying to coordinate a wall color with your window shades, you might be tempted to revert to a safe choice: off-white, beige or ivory. While safe choices can be soothing, they also can be a little dull, especially if you're eager to showcase your new shades in the best light possible. You can take some color pointers from some of the country's foremost paint experts: the colorful people at...

As the days get sunnier and the weather warms up, now is the perfect time to jump into spring cleaning. Use these seven simple tips to reduce your time spent cleaning this spring and in the coming summer months. Start at the Top: Cleaning should be done top to bottom so if dust falls, it doesn't dirty what you just cleaned. Begin your spring cleaning on the ceiling. Dust and wipe down all fans...

Everyone loves to have choices. However, when it comes to picking the right window shades for your kitchen, too many options can become bewildering for those new to home decorating. To help you sort through the options and choose the most ideal solution for your household, consider these following tips: Let the Light In. Unless you're a bachelor who loves dining out, the kitchen is the...

Windows often are the focal point in a room – and for good reasons. They do more than bring the lively aura of the outdoors directly indoors. If windows are covered with style and flair, they can provide the crowning touch to a room already furnished and decorated. As much as 25 percent of the cool air you pay for might be sailing right out your windows through cracks, gaps and holes, the U.S....

Many people struggle with finding their personal style. Whether you’re starting out in a new home, or updating the one you have, defining your home decorating style will help you choose colors, designs, and accents that reflect who you are. Decorating your home should always be fun, so here are three ways to set your creative decorating gears in motion. They’ll help you quickly pinpoint your...

You’re probably looking forward to warmer weather, but before you know it, temperatures will be soaring. Fortunately, there are several ways to make your home (and you!) more comfortable, while reducing your summer energy bills. Use Your Shades Much of the unwanted heat in your home comes through your windows. Using windows shades is a simple, effective way to help block the sun’s heat. Pull...