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New Product Alert: Alta’s AgileLift Cordless System (IWCE 2022)

Alta’s AgileLift™ Cordless System, Explained
To make sure we’re always bringing you the latest & greatest products on the market, our team attends the International Window Covering Expo (IWCE) annually. After a two-year hiatus, we were happy to return to the expo this year and get to attend educational seminars, hear from world-class speakers, and explore…

How Can I Make My Home More Energy Efficient?

Summer is approaching. That means warmer weather, longer days, and higher energy bills. If that last bit hurts just to see, you’re not alone. Energy costs have been soaring across the US, and if you’re like us, you’re looking into how to save money and save energy this summer. Here’s a list of tips and…

Everything You Need to Know About Shutters: A Buyer’s Guide

Instead of covering your windows with the usual curtains or blinds, you’ve decided that you want to upgrade your interiors with shutters. But where to start? Maybe you’re a self-proclaimed shutter expert in the market for some extra shutter resources, or perhaps the shutters vs. other window treatments debate is new to you.

SECURSHADE: The answer to an affordable safety upgrade for school security systems

OVERVIEW:
How does technology help teachers?
What is SECURSHADE’s role in a lock down procedure?
Why is creating a visual barrier important?
What is the difference between motorization and SECURSHADE
How does SECURSHADE work?

Teachers are superheroes who need shades, not capes!
Teachers do it all: creating lesson plans, educating their students, keeping the classroom organized and engaging, managing different learning levels…

Spring Trends for Window Treatments

Winter is coming to an end, and the spring season will be here before you know it. This delightful season represents freshness, lightness, new beginnings, and warmth. Show off these qualities throughout your home with the perfect spring window treatment trends and styles. Here are the latest spring trends for window treatments and ideas on…