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Guides and Resources

Straight answers to the questions people ask before they buy, schedule or sign.

GuideHow to measure windows for blinds and shadesMost fit problems with blinds and shades start with a bad measurement or the wrong mount choice. This guide explains inside and outside mounts and the habits that keep a measurement honest.Read more GuideSolar shade openness factor explainedEvery solar shade fabric comes with an openness percentage, and picking the wrong one is the most common regret. Here is what the number means and how it plays out in a real room.Read more GuideBlinds vs shades vs curtains: how to chooseThe three terms get mixed up constantly, and each covers a window differently. Here is how they compare and where each makes sense.Read more GuideMotorized shades: battery vs hardwired vs plug-inHow a motorized shade gets its power affects installation, upkeep and how tidy the window looks. These are the three common routes and when each one fits.Read more GuideSmart home shades: Matter, Zigbee and the basicsSmart shades promise voice control and schedules, but compatibility is where people get stuck. This guide explains the common standards in plain terms and tells you what to confirm before buying.Read more GuideCordless window coverings and child safetyWindow covering cords are a known strangulation hazard for young children. Here is what the voluntary industry standard changed, what the Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends and how to make existing windows safer.Read more GuideHow to reduce heat gain through windowsSun streaming through glass can heat a room faster than the air conditioner can respond. This guide covers the main ways to cut that heat, and why exterior and interior shades are not equal.Read more GuideThe best shades for bedroomsA good bedroom shade does three things: it blocks light, it keeps the room private and it stays safe around children. This guide covers fabric, mounting, light gaps and operation.Read more GuideHow to clean blinds and shades by materialThe right cleaning method depends on what the blind or shade is made of. Using the wrong one can warp slats, stain fabric or damage a motor.Read more GuideCellular honeycomb shades and insulationCellular shades are the shade type most often discussed for insulation. Here is how they are built, what they can and cannot do and how to choose one.Read more

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