Helpful Articles

September 10, 2013

Lost in Translation: The ABCs of Fabric Treatments and Custom Draperies

Selecting custom draperies can be like learning another language. If you’ve shopped for window treatments, you’ve probably come across some puzzling terms like: Austrian shade, Bishop’s Sleeve curtains and chintz.   What do they all mean? Here at our Wilmington, NC showroom, our sales associates can help […]

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top trends in window treatments
September 3, 2013

7 Top Trends in Window Treatments

Clean lines, luxury fabrics, and new technology are all increasingly popular in window coverings. Here are the 7 top trends in window treatments. They’re all you need to know to make your windows fashionable and functional: 1.  Think Clean! Simplicity is another major trend. For those who […]

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window treatment hardware
August 30, 2013

Finials, Medallions, Tiebacks and Holdbacks

Looking for that finishing touch for your curtains? Why not search for the perfect finial or tieback? Window treatment hardware as decorative accents are increasingly popular in custom home projects because they add style and finish to your window treatments. Depending upon your personality and room decor, […]

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sliding panels
August 28, 2013

Sliding Panels

Sliding Panels “I know what I want on my windows, but what am I going to do with that sliding door?!” In the window coverings industry, we hear this question a lot. Large expanses, whether sliding doors, French doors, large windows, or large openings between rooms can […]

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roman shades
August 8, 2013

Roman Shades

Roman Shades In the legend of the founding of Rome, twins Remus and Romulus are the central characters. Perhaps that’s why Roman shades are window treatments that do “double duty”. Not only do they serve as versatile and functional window shades; when raised, this window covering type […]

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