Spring Into Style with Just Add Shutters

Photo Credit: Kristina Wolf / HGTV

Creative License

Wondering what this spring’s style trends have in store for you and your home? Plenty. And the best news of all? You have total creative license. That’s right! This spring, you have total freedom to create the rooms of your dreams using shades, shutters and blinds in a myriad of different styles.

Something for Everyone

Maybe your priority is choosing a window treatment with classic good looks that endure. Or maybe your heart beats faster at the thought of seizing the hottest new trends and leading with them. Whatever your aesthetic, this spring’s home fashion decor trends have something for everyone.

Transitional Styling & Counterpoints

For example, let’s take a look at this lovely bedroom, in shades of grey with earthen-hued accents by Kristina Wolf of HGTV. This room exemplifies transitional styling at it’s best. Notice how well the sleek, tailored, contemporary look responds to a few, well-placed decorative accents in bold, ethnic patterns? Additional, well-chosen counterpoints are offered in the wonderfully rustic yet refined wooden bedside tables, and the elegant swaths of rich, shimmery silver window panels.

Clean, Classic White

And speaking of counterpoints, what’s the element that’s adding a very satisfying balance to this melange of pattern, hues and textures? Clean, white, honeycomb shades offer the perfect backdrop, allowing a soft, appealing glow to filter in.

Organics

Now imagine what that same room would like like dressed in some of the other hot home decor trends for 2016. Organic materials are big this spring, so how about dressing the window in a bamboo shade instead? You can choose a more dressed down, woven bamboo with a textured linen drape, or opt to go with a more traditional bamboo blind.

Bold Color

If you have a yearning to go bold, you may want to consider adding a strong or even passionate color to your windows. This year, we’re loving rich color infusions. How about a deep persimmon, a golden ochre, or a dusty, violet-tinged chocolate?

Your Go-To Source

At Just Add Shutters, we love helping you create the stunning windows you dream about. When you need beautiful, stylish shutters, shades and blinds, we are you go-to source. To learn more about our fantastic selection of all the latest colors, textures, and patterns, contact your local Nashville area Just Add Shutters. We also specialize in custom installation. So don’t delay, give us a call today at (615) 296-0661. We look forward to hearing from you!

For information about special offers from Just Add Shutters, click below: http://www.justaddshuttersnashville.com/

Cleaning Fabric Shades, Blinds and Window Panels

Spring Cleaning!

It’s spring cleaning season again, and you know what that means. Time for a little tlc for your favorite fabric shades, blinds and window panels. But when it comes to cleaning, knowing the best way to address fabric window coverings can be tricky - not to mention intimidating. But don’t worry. We’ve put together a few basic guidelines to help you with the process. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us here at Just Add Shutters. We’ve got solutions for all of your unique window coverings needs!

Special Instructions and Warnings

When cleaning fabric window coverings, always stop to consider any special directions or warnings that may have come with your window covering. Remember, many fabrics and other materials are specially treated or coated to repel dust, dirt, UV rays, and increase their light filtering properties. Because of this, it is important to choose your cleaning products and tools carefully. Never use magnetic cleaners such as a dusting mitt on any material with a special backing to block light, as it is likely to cause damage.

Remove Dust & Debris

The first step is always to remove dust and debris, such as pet hair, that has collected. Regular dusting goes a long way to help keep your blinds, shades and panels looking like new. Handle carefully, to avoid any soiling from the oil in your hands. For more thorough dust removal, you can use the brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner. Again, remember to ensure the brush is clean attachment is completely clean before use.

Spot Cleaning

The next step is spot cleaning. Again, double-check that spot cleaning is suitable for your window covering, as certain shadings and honeycomb materials may be more susceptible to damage. You can typically use a soft cloth or sponge, lightly moistened with lukewarm water. A mild detergent, such as Dawn may be added as needed. To dry, gently blot with a clean, natural fiber towel or cloth to avoid adding creases or damaging the fabric. Also, do an initial check for color-fastness and soiling levels. Otherwise, spot-cleaning can sometimes result in “clean patches” that are more distracting than the initial spot itself.

Cloth Tapes

A test for colorfastness is recommended prior to cleaning cloth tapes as well, preferably on the reverse side of the tape. Fabric cleaning wipes widely available at most grocery and discount stores are a good option for cleaning. Polyester responds best to cool, distilled water and a clean, white cloth. You may also use a mild detergent such as Dawn. Be particularly cautious when dealing with a tape that is shiny or has a luster. This fabric is often a rayon or acetate, which will result in a water stain. For best results with all kinds of fabrics, fabric cleaning wipes are the way to go.

Steaming

If you do end up with creases as a result of your spot-cleaning, some fabrics respond well to steaming. A hand-held travel size steamer on a continuous steam setting is best. The larger, more professional standing steamers are not recommended, as they tend to provide a heavier steam that may overwhelm your window covering.

Your Go-To Source

To learn more about the fantastic selection of stylish shutters, shades and blinds, contact your local Nashville area Just Add Shutters. When you need beautiful, stylish, shutters, shades and blinds, we are you go-to source! We also specialize in custom installation. Don’t delay, give us a call at Just Add Shutters today at (615) 296-0661. We look forward to hearing from you!

For information about special offers from Just Add Shutters, click below: http://www.justaddshuttersnashville.com/

What Determines the Cost of Window Treatments?

When choosing window treatments, one of the most pressing concerns on your mind is the cost. There are many factors that go into determine the cost of window treatments. Whether you are contemplating a specific treatment or you are researching your options, here are a couple of things for you to keep in mind.

Project Size

Depending on the size of your home and how many windows you intend to upgrade, the price of your renovations will vary greatly. Don’t forget to take into consideration the size of the windows themselves. If you are working with a limited budget, don’t hesitate to let your Nashville window contractors know so they can work with you to ensure you get the services and products you want without breaking the bank.

Contractor of Choice

Believe it or not, the professionals you hire to upgrade your windows can affect the total cost of your renovations. Even though you may aim to keep your expenses down, you should never let them determine the caliber of professionals you hire to work on your home. Nothing can ever replace the satisfaction and peace of mind you get from knowing and experiencing highly credible Nashville window experts in action. The work they deliver improves the appearance and function of your home for many years to come. If you choose poorly and hire some contractor that you know nothing about and they don’t have any references or designations to back up their claims, you are doing yourself and home a great disservice. You are also at risk to be scammed or to become a victim of poor work that could end you costing you thousands of dollar in future repairs.

If you don’t cherish your home and exhaust every option possible to hire the best professionals for the job, even if you budget for every dime you are not going to get your money’s worth. For more information on window treatments cost, contact your local window experts at Just Add Shutters. Call us today at (615) 257-0666 for an estimate.