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3 Ways to Keep Summer Heat at Bay

The summer sunshine and extra daylight hours are great, but summer air conditioning and cooling bills can be painful. Cut costs permanently with a few simple and effective window treatment options that can help you keep cool all season.

1. Solar Screens

Did you know that sunlight on windows accounts for up to 50% heat gained for…

Summer 2019 Window Treatment Must-See Trends

We’ve gathered eight of our favorite summer window covering trends and inspiring window treatment ideas for your home. From bringing nature indoors with green tones and natural elements like woven wooden shades, to keeping out the heat with window screens and cellular shades, we have a range of options that are both stylish and functional.
This…

Innovations from the 2019 International Window Covering Expo

Awesome new window treatment technology from our visit to the 2019 IWCE!
One of our core values here at 3 Blind Mice is innovation. We attend the International Window Covering Expo (IWCE) each year to stay on top of innovations in the industry to ensure we’re always bringing you the latest & greatest products and ideas…

Norman Motorized Wood and Faux Wood Shutters Explained

Plantation shutters by Norman bring a timeless and polished look to your home. Their visual appeal, innovative technology, and affordability continue to make them a popular choice with homeowners and designers. The window shutters are cord-free, so you can’t get entwined or injured by them making them a safe bet for children and pets. No…

There Are More Child Safe Window Covering Options On The Market Than You Think

In our last article on child safe window treatments,  we discussed National Window Covering Safety Month and how important it is that your household with children installs cord-free window coverings, or modify your existing corded window coverings to ensure that your cords are out of sight and out of reach from becoming a choking hazard.
As…