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 […]
Shutters
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 […]
Draperies & Fabrics, Window TreatmentsSheer 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 […]
Draperies & FabricsLost 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 […]
Draperies & Fabrics