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Custom Bedding: A Necessary Indulgence

Bedding as Self-Care Few things are as rewarding as sleeping in your own bed. In fact, we spend about one-third of our lives sleeping, so we should make our beds the best that they can be, and this includes custom bedding. Pillows! How many is too many? For a king-sized bed, three 26-inch Euroshams across the headboard, with two king-sized shams in front of the Euros, and a final row of two to three varied toss pillows in the very

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The elegant living room features beige armchairs adorned with decorative pillows, large drapes that cascade gracefully, a rich wooden floor, and charming decorative bird statues. Completing the space is a side table enhanced with stylish ornaments.

What’s the difference between drapes and curtains?

There are a few differences subtle between drapes and curtains. They each suit different needs and aesthetics, and it’s important to choose the right one for your home. Curtains Curtains are lighter than drapes and are usually moved by pulling with your hands instead of using a pulley system. They are more informal than drapes and work well in a casual environment. They don’t usually use linings to keep them lightweight, but there are exceptions. Curtains are a great choice

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Elegant living room with a chandelier, large windows adorned with custom window treatments, beige curtains, a white couch, armchairs, and a mirrored coffee table.

Advantages of Custom Window Treatments

Are custom window treatments really that important? You may ask, “I’ve spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on my new home and all of the upgrades. Why should I now spend more on window coverings? Can’t I just buy “ready-mades” from the Pottery Barn website? Aren’t they just as good?” I understand. Buying or building a new home or renovating your existing home can be an expensive process. It can often cost significantly more than you originally estimated. By the

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Modern dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a hanging light. Large windows feature Roman shades with pink accents, offering views of greenery outside. White cabinets and plants tastefully decorate the space.

Roman Shades: Which is Right for You?

The name “Roman shade” comes from the classic drapery styles of the Roman Empire era. Roman shades are custom-made fabric shades that are typically constructed in even folds. They fold up as you raise them, and unfold as you lower them. You can easily adjust the height with a cord to suit your privacy and light filtering needs. Roman shades come in a variety of styles and function levels, but which one works best for your space? Choosing the Right

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A living room with three French doors, arched transom windows, and white shutters is adorned with elegant shades. The cozy space features a sofa next to a side table with a vase and a ceramic stool on light wood flooring.

A World of Shades

Shades are probably the most versatile of window treatments. They come in a wide variety of materials and features. Some lower from a roll and others descending from a headrail. Your shades control sunlight, insulate and regulate the temperature in your room, and give you needed privacy. They can be elegant or casual, hand-operated or motorized. Whatever your window treatment needs are, there is a shade that will satisfy your requirements and enhance your room. Roller Shades The way they

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Illustration of eight windows, each showcasing unique blinds or shades in vibrant colors like yellow, red, green, orange, and brown, arranged in two rows of four.

Blinds vs. Shades, which one is right for you?

When you are deciding to buy window treatments for your home, one of the first questions that will pop up is whether to get blinds or shades. This guide aims to inform you of the pros and cons of each one so you can make an informed decision and hopefully choose the one that’s right for you. Identifying them The main difference between a blind and shades is whether it’s made using fabric or hard materials. If it uses hard

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Modern living room featuring a dark sofa, TV on a stand, and an expansive window with gray curtains that reflect thoughtful window treatment pricing. The coffee table hosts a tray with a cup and snack, perfectly positioned to enjoy the serene view of trees outside.

Chattanooga Window Treatment pricing

Origins of Chattanooga Window Treatments Chattanooga window treatment started as an interior design firm, after working for a little while they realized that the local market didn’t have an adequate window treatment supplier, so they decided to specialize in that sector to offer a better quality tailor-made service to a market that badly needed it. Expectations of window treatment pricing  Many people are surprised by windows treatments pricing without realizing that it’s the cheapest its ever been. People used to

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The World of Window Treatments

Draperies, linen shades, valences, Roman shades, balloon shades… the list goes on. The latest design elements for window treatments really bring your house together and turn it into a home. Nancy shares some of her current favorite window treatments and divulges why you should save room in your budget and how window treatments can truly make all the difference in your home. Roman shades and balloon shades are popular window treatments now and are starting to appear in some of

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Behind the Design Magic

Kentucky, Sewing and a Whirlwind of Design Several years ago, Nancy Waddell was sitting at her home in Kentucky with her small children, a strong sewing background and a desire to do something she loved. As a child, Nancy used to flip through building catalogs for fun and so the extra space in her home quickly became a workroom. Not long after, Nancy began forging connections and relationships with a few designers around town who just had their hands in

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A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, mounted TV, and patterned curtains. There's a red sofa, armchairs, and a wooden rocking chair. A rug and coffee table complete the space.

Watch For These Trends

This post was created in collaboration with our friends over at Bellhops Movers Generally speaking, we believe in timeless over trends and that quality is more important than fleeting fads. But most people want their home to look current and stylish so it can be helpful to keep an eye on the direction that interior design is going. We have compiled three of the top trends happening in the world of interior design for 2018. They can be as subtle

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