Helpful Articles

laundry room remedies
November 5, 2013

Top 5 Laundry Room Remedies

Tired of dealing with piles of clothes in the laundry room? Washing and drying might be taxing, but the right organizational tools can help you sort out your laundry problems! Here are our top 5 tips and tricks for a more livable laundry room: Sort your clothes […]

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history of plantation shutters
October 29, 2013

The History of Plantation Shutters

Visitors to Wilmington, NC often marvel at the beautiful architecture of our historic downtown and the many elegant homes with large windows, iron gates, and gracious porches. One quintessential feature of these homes is the lovely plantation shutters that grace their windows and still inspire custom home […]

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history of roman shades
October 22, 2013

The History of Roman Shades

One of the simplest and oldest types of window treatments is the Roman shade, a flat shade that can be raised or lowered with a cord. While the body of a Roman shade is usually flat and smooth, the ends of the shade can stack in a […]

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window coverings in feature films
October 8, 2013

Window Coverings Play Starring Roles in Films

Here at Strickland’s Home, we have decades of experience working in the film community. Because the Wilmington, NC area is sometimes called “Hollywood East,” we have had the opportunity to work on some famous films and television shows. We’ve provided period window treatments, specialty curtains, and other […]

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October 1, 2013

Sheer Trends on the Runway and on Windows

The Wall Street Journal highlighted a popular trend in window coverings: soft sheers used as high-end window treatments. According to the Wall Street Journal, “some interior designers are looking for inspiration to women’s fashion—specifically to the wispy, sheer blouses and pullovers more women are layering over camisoles […]

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