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Are shutters better than blinds?Shutters have better light-blocking capabilities than blinds, because they are mounted around the window frame. There can still be light leaks between louvers though, so we recommend a combination of blackout blinds with shutters for homeowners looking for blackout solutions.
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What’s the difference between plantation shutters and traditional shutters?The main difference is louver size. Traditional shutter louvers are about 1 and one-quarter inch in width, while plantation shutter louvers are much wider. The larger the louver, the better view you’ll have when your window is open. However, with a larger louver, you can sacrifice a bit of privacy.
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Why invest in shutters?Shutters can last for decades, making them a long-term enhancement that only costs the initial purchasing and installation fees. They are also designed to be great insulators, cutting the cost of your heating and cooling bills and helping you earn back money on your investment.
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Which shades provide the most privacy?The best shades for privacy are fully opaque shades such as roller shades and Roman shades. These options are not transparent, even when backlit. If you like the look of woven wood or bamboos shades, but don’t want to compromise your privacy, an added opaque liner can increase your privacy.
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Are light filtering cellular shades see-through?At night, people outside can see through light filtering shades. They offer moderate privacy during the daytime. Our light filtering styles are created with semi-opaque fabrics designed to block out UV rays and limit the intensity of sunlight during the day.
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What types of shades keep heat out?Cellular shades, also called honeycomb shades, are the best option for insulation. The air pockets that form between the folds allow for an insulating barrier between incoming radiant heat from your windowpanes and your home.
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Do sheer curtains give privacy?Sheer curtains provide privacy during the daytime, and they also allow for soft diffused light to pour into your home. After dark, sheer curtains offer less privacy, and neighbors can see into your home. We suggest pairing sheer curtains with another, more opaque window treatment for the best combination of privacy and light control.
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Should drapes touch the floor?In living rooms and bedrooms, curtains should just touch the floor or hover just a half inch above the floor. Bathroom and kitchen windows are an exception to this rule. For those spaces, we suggest café curtains, a style of curtain that covers only the bottom half of the window frame.
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How do you coordinate curtains with décor?If the walls in your home are light, a dark-colored curtain contrasts beautifully. Light-colored curtains with vertical patterns can help make a room feel more open. Dark walls with heavy-dark curtains can make a room feel smaller and crowded. Our experienced design consultants can help you with selecting the right curtains for your space and your design goals.
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What fabrics are best for custom curtains?It’s best to choose fabrics that hang and pleat well. That means the best fabrics for custom curtains are velvet, silk, faux silk, and linen. Faux silk is the most durable and doesn’t deteriorate from sunlight as quickly as silk does. Velvet curtains are a good option for insulation and blocking light.
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Why should my blinds be professionally installed?Blind installation services make the process of getting new window treatments much simpler. Our experts can precisely measure your windows and ensure your blinds are made to the appropriate width and height. Our blind installers will supply their own tools, everything from a steel tape measure to an electric drill and ladder, so you won’t need to buy any of these for a one-off home improvement project.
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Which blinds are best for kids?Cordless and motorized blinds are the safest option for a home that has children. Ideally, all corded window treatments would be removed from your child’s play area and nursery.
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Which blinds are easiest to clean?Due to their vertical hanging slats, vertical blinds are least likely to gather dust when compared to other custom blinds. If vertical blinds aren’t your style, then faux wood blinds are also a stylish, easy-to-clean option.
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Which blinds are best for privacy?Blackout blinds provide the most privacy, as they black out all light, but they can come in various materials and colors, including aluminum and faux wood options. Vertical blinds are another effective privacy solution for covering large windows, like sliding glass windows.
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