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If you’re looking for new window treatments for your home, it helps to consider the local climate you live in. Even when considering interior window treatments, some options will work better depending on where you live and the general climate you experience. Window Treatments for …

How Do You Cover A Round-Top Window? Round-top windows can add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your home. However, they can be challenging to cover with the right window coverings, such as blinds or drapes. Luckily, Exciting Windows can help! Thanks to our …

If you consider that any upgrade that makes you happy to spend more time in your home increases its value, then custom window treatments are one of the best investments you can make. By this measure, it’s impossible to list all the ways that well-chosen …

After years of interior home décor that emphasizes neutral colors and clean lines, 2023 is the year that color comes roaring back to life. Some of the top colors that are trending in homes across America include warm blush and cinnamon, deep shades of blue …

One of the first decisions you’ll make when selecting window treatments is whether they will be soft or hard. Fabric window treatments, including drapes, curtains, shades, and sheers, are considered “soft” because the material they’re made from is pliable. Contrast this to the solid—or “hard”—materials …

The term “window orientation” refers to the compass direction a window faces, based on the placement of a home on a lot. The orientation affects the window’s sun exposure, and that’s why it matters when you’re selecting window treatments. The sun rises in the east, …

Homeowners often use the terms “blinds” and “shades” to mean the same thing: window coverings that help control light infiltration and provide privacy for indoor living spaces. It’s true that both types of window treatments are designed to deliver those benefits—but blinds and shades are …