Behind the Blinds

The Best Blinds for Nurseries and Kids Rooms

April 12, 2021April 14, 2021 / Maria Barillaro / Leave a comment

When it comes to window treatments for your child’s room, you probably have a long checklist. They have to be practical, affordable, stylish, and above all, safe! Here are some of our top recommendations when it comes to choosing the best blinds for nurseries and kids rooms.

Choose Blackout Blinds

Blackout blinds and shades are proven to help improve sleep. Early morning sunlight can interrupt anyone’s sleep routine, especially a young child’s. If you have a baby or young children, you know that helping them sleeping in longer in the morning is important for both your little ones and for Mom and Dad!

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Transform Your Space: Home Décor Trends for 2021

April 9, 2021April 9, 2021 / Maria Barillaro / Leave a comment

We’ve all been working from home, living with lockdowns, and have spent way more time at home this year than ever before. The more you hang around your space, the more you realize it’s time for a change! Here are some of our favourite home décor trends for 2021 that can totally transform your place.

Grey and Yellow Décor

Pantone named two colours of the year this year instead of only one. They are naming Ultimate Grey and Illuminating (a bright yellow shade) as their tops picks for home décor in 2021. We like the idea of sticking with grey for the most part and highlighting the room with a few yellow accents for a modest yet trendy look.

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No Tools Installation Window Coverings

April 6, 2021April 8, 2021 / Maria Barillaro / 3 Comments

Measuring and installing your own window treatments is a cinch – even if you don’t know the first thing about using a drill. But if you are renting an apartment and you aren’t allowed to drill permanent holes anywhere, don’t fret. You can still get the window treatments you love without making a single hole thanks to our No Tools Installation Headrail products. Keep reading to find out how they work!

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The Benefits of a No Tools Installation Headrail

There are several benefits and advantages to choosing our No Tools Installation tension headrails instead of traditional blinds or shades. Here is a quick peek at a few of those bonuses:

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Your Guide to the Best Patio Shades

March 31, 2021April 1, 2021 / Maria Barillaro / 1 Comment

Did you know that outdoor shades can help provide you with privacy and block harmful UV rays while you’re outdoors this summer? Read more to find out what you need to know to make sure you get the best patio shades for your outdoor project this summer.

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What Type of Blinds Are Best for Each Room?

March 29, 2021April 1, 2021 / Maria Barillaro / Leave a comment

If you’re shopping around for new blinds for your home, you should take a few minutes to read this post. You don’t have to get the same blinds all around. In fact, you should diversify your choices because some products work better in different rooms for a variety of reasons. Read on to find out what type of blinds are best for each room in your home.

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5 Reasons to Choose Motorized Shades

March 26, 2021March 26, 2021 / Maria Barillaro / 2 Comments

Motorized shades are the latest technology in window treatments. There are plenty of advantages to upgrading to a motorized lift system. Read on to find out why you should choose motorized shades when shopping for new window coverings for your home.

1. Motorized Shades Are Convenient

The most obvious advantage of motorized shades is their convenience. You can lift your shades up and down from a distance. If you forget to close the blinds after cozying up in your bed, you don’t even need to get up. Just grab the remote or use voice command technology with our smart blinds system to close your shades in a second.

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How to Recreate the Natural Home Décor Trend Yourself

March 24, 2021March 25, 2021 / Maria Barillaro / Leave a comment

The natural home décor trend is one that highlights the beauty of mother nature and brings both a warm and relaxed feel to your home. Here are a few tips to incorporating some natural home décor trends into your space.

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7 Things You Didn’t Know About Solar Shades

March 22, 2021March 24, 2021 / Maria Barillaro / Leave a comment

Thinking of shopping for some solar shades for your home? Did you know they can actually protect your furniture and reduce heat in your home? Here are a few interesting facts you didn’t know about solar shades.

1. They Can Protect Your Furniture

Over time, UV rays can be damaging to furniture, hardwood flooring and even carpets, causing them to discolour. Solar shades can protect your investments by blocking harmful UV rays, while still letting some natural light filter through.

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Instagram Influencer Favourites in 2021

March 19, 2021March 24, 2021 / Maria Barillaro / Leave a comment

If you need a little bit of design inspiration for your spring redecorating projects, you’ve come to the right place. Here are some of our most liked influencer photos, straight from our Instagram feed. Browse these images for our influencer favourites, featuring the latest home decor trends – and our fabulous blinds, of course!

Make an Accent Wall

We love this geometric print wallpaper used to create a super simple accent wall. The wall is gorgeous and makes a real statement all on its own. We love how Michelle Amsbaugh decorated with a simple centre mirror and our Premium Plus Bamboo Shades for a texturd effect.

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What Are the Best Blinds to Block Out Light?

March 11, 2021March 24, 2021 / Maria Barillaro / 2 Comments

If you’re looking to block the light out of your room entirely, you won’t want to miss this post. Find out which blinds will block the most light and what the difference is between blackout and room darkening.

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