If you’re exploring ways not only to protect your home and its furnishings from the sun's rays but also to add value to your property and enhance its curb appeal, you’ll want to invest in exterior window shades for your home. Here’s why: Exterior window shades improve your view. When you install window shades on the outside of your home, you leave the view from your interior windows unimpeded....

Decks, patios, and porches – all extend your home’s living space and allow your family and friends to connect with the great outdoors. But it can get hot out there! Exterior shades and awnings are a great way to keep everyone comfortably protected from the sun and heat. They’re the perfect architectural addition to your home, opening up vistas while protecting valuable furnishings from the sun’s...

As the holiday season approaches, many are looking for the best way to celebrate with family members without jeopardizing their health. As COVID-19 continues to spread across the nation, event organizers are forced to think outside of the box to mitigate the risk. As outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one of the most effect strategies to ease the risk of COVID-19 is to...

With summer vacations on hold, now is the perfect time to start thinking about some home improvements. Up to 30% of unwanted heat in your home is coming through your windows via the greenhouse effect. The remedy? Polar Shades interior shades are a great addition to every home and will save you money long-term by easing the strain on your energy bill. Polar Shades interior window shades are made...

Winter is on its way but that doesn’t mean you have to enjoy it from inside your home. The chilly Las Vegas weather is the perfect time to head out to your porch or sunroom and enjoy a break from the desert heat. Here are some ideas to make your porch or sunroom cozy during the winter months: Gather Around the Fire There’s nothing better spending time around the fire with your friends and family....

Just because summer is ending, that doesn’t mean your enjoyment of the outdoors has to. Exterior shades block the sun and UV rays, so you can stay comfortable while spending time on your porch or patio, no matter the time of year. The Patio Roll Shade is an exterior shade that has 3 configurations: standard open roll shade, curved patriot hood, and Titan 5.5" cassette. It is the ultimate choice...

During the summer months, it can be a struggle to keep your home cool without racking up large energy bills. But with interior and exterior window shades, you can reduce the heat in and around your home, which means your HVAC unit doesn’t have to work as hard to keep you cool. Not only does this reduce your energy costs, it also allows for increased privacy, greater enjoyment of outdoor spaces in...

Large trees can be great sources of shade for backyards. But what do you do when you have a small yard? Certain trees may take up too much space, so you have to be strategic. Here are a few creative ways to provide shade in a small backyard: Create an Outdoor Room Turn your patio into an outdoor room with ZipRite shades. These shades zip all the way to the ground, not only blocking the sun and UV...

Patio shades provide protection against the sun, reducing heat and allowing you to enjoy your outdoor space more. However, most shades do not extend fully to the ground, and spaces between the fabrics and the tracks end up allowing sunlight, insects, rain and debris to pass through. The ZipRite Shade allows you to create a completely enclosed outdoor space for maximum comfort. Why Choose the...