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It is only February the temperatures in Montevallo are in the seventies, when it is not raining, the sun is bright and warm, hope this weather lasts till March. Not. With the bright sunlight my wife is telling me that some of the windows need some new window treatments.   My favorite kind of window treatment is wood blinds are the 2 1/2″ Signature Wood Blinds in a dark mahogany. I do not need allot of light.  The folks at SelectBlinds can fix you up with the same window blinds that Ty Pennington uses on his home. They carry Wood Blinds, Faux Wood Blinds, Mini Blinds, Vertical Blinds, shutters and window shades. The Window shades come in flavors of Honeycomb / Cellular, Roman Shades, Woven / Bamboo Blinds, Roller Shades, and not to be forgotten Sheer Shades.

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Getting the right feel and look to your home requires a combination of things and nothing is more important than what’s covering your windows and sliding doors.  Bamboo shades may not be every one’s first choice when looking for window coverings but you should at least take a look. Despite their obvious exotic appearance, price wise, they are hard to beat. And no, they won’t affect the quality of your surrounding accessories.  Bamboo Shades Have Come Of Age Once upon a time, bamboo blinds tended to convey a tacky image and they tended to be used for one off situations such as a small window in the house but with the popularity of bamboo on the rise, things have changed considerably.

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The prominence of bamboo shades and blinds adorning the windows and entrances of homes in the western world has taken a real leap forward as more people realize that bamboo shades are no longer considered a stop gap measure in the home.  That window tucked away in the house somewhere and sees very little human traffic used to be the ideal candidate for bamboo shades. They were cheap and were far enough out of the way not to be seen.  The Exotic Appeal Of Bamboo Shades Once upon a time, bamboo shades tended to convey a tacky image and they tended to be used for one off situations such as a small window in the house but with the popularity of bamboo on the rise, things have changed considerably.

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Bamboo Shades - How To Select Bamboo Shades And Blinds | Advice For Homes

There are three major types of bamboo shades that I know of, and bamboo shades are called a variety of different names - woven woods, matchstick blinds, etc. So today I will go through each and discuss the meaning.  Matchstick shades - The term ‘matchstick’ refers to the size of the bamboo used in the shade. For matchstick shades, you will have lots of small bamboo sticks wrapped together giving the look of many long matchsticks held together in one shade. There are also some variations like flat matchstick - where the bamboo chosen is flat rather than round. Here is a matchstick bamboo shade example from Payless Decor:

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Choosing a measurement style is one of the most difficult decisions in the purchase of vinyl exterior shutters. The first step to replacing your vinyl shutters is with a walk or drive around your neighborhood. The first thing to look for is how the exterior shutter tops are placed in relation to the top of the window. If the area you live in typically has lap siding (wood or vinyl) and wood or metal trim (e.g. a 1″ x 4″ or a 2″ x 4″) around the window, are the exterior window shutters flush with the top of the trim or are they aligned with the top of the actual window? If your area has a lot of stucco exteriors and no trim, look to see if the exterior vinyl shutters are mounted flush with the top of the window. In an area with a lot of brick houses, are the exterior shutters mounted even with the top of the opening or are they lined up with the top of the actual window itself? A lot of old homes (now referred to as heritage homes) have a 2″ brick-mold that is fairly flush with the siding, how are the vinyl exterior shutters mounted? Take note of how the exterior shutters are typically mounted with respect to the trim and window in your neighborhood.

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Bali window blinds provide the do-it-yourselfer with fashion forward styles so they can choose the perfect window treatment to suit their own unique style. Bali provides the consumer with information and creative ideas that gives the consumer confidence in their Bali blinds purchase.
Solutions are provided for the consumer by Bali so they know which style to choose, where to find it and that their measurements are correct. This is accomplished by their online product advisor that has helped many customers make an informed decision about their Bali window blinds.

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I always find that in the height of summer the sun can be so bright that it can make it very unpleasant to sit in the room, especially next to my patio which receives a lot of sunlight during the middle of the day. One day I was talking to a friend and she gave me the advice that what I should do was look into the possibility of fitting some Blackout Shades on the patio windows, because this would really enable me to keep the sunlight out and make the room much cooler, even when the sun was high in the sky. I am really glad I took her advice because that room is now nice and cool even during the middle of the day.

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When considering the purchase of shutters for their homes, many consumers are attracted to companies who claim to sell ones that are custom made. This may seem like a good idea, but the truth may actually surprise you.

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Digg - What To Watch For When Buying Custom Shutters For Your Home

A lot of companies claim to sell custom shutters,although they may actually be selling customizedinterior shutters.  Customized types of shutterswill start as pre-built individual stock sizeshutter panels, which are then cut down and hingedtogether to achieve a specific size of shutter.  This will generally result in shutters that are apoor fit for the windows of your home.  The shutters aren’t proportional to the window sizeand depending on how much of it was trimmed, thepanels themselves may also be compromised.  Synthetic shutters on the other hand, normally use pre-made stiles, rails, and louvers, then cutthem to size for quick production.  This can alsoresult in an improper fit and components that aren’t in proportion to the window.

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Custom Shutters

Exterior window shutters may be just the face-lift a frumpy, run-down home needs to blossom, and exude designer curb appeal. A custom window shutter, for interior or exterior use, adds warmth and interest, and comes with a number of practical benefits. Extensive ranges of exterior window shutters, make it possible to enhance virtually any architectural design in an elegant, and stylish way.  Fixed exterior window shutter installation is purely decorative. The shutters are attached to the outside of the home, and are used as a home improvement with aesthetic value. In contrast, operable exterior window shutters offer sun protection, improve security, and may also be of value during storms.

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WOOD SHUTTERS: Creative Curb Appeal With Custom Shutters