Motorization is on the Rise!

Did you know that Budget Blinds can motorize virtually every window covering we sell, including: blinds, curtains, draperies, shutters, roller shades, woven wood shades, and Roman shades?  Motorized window treatments operate using long-lasting battery-operated motors, remotes and wall mounted units. Programmable models are available to make your home look occupied even when you’re away. 

Once upon a time the only places one could find motorized window treatments were in five-star hotels and high-end homes.  That’s no longer the case! Motorized or automated window treatments are more popular than ever before, thanks in part to increased affordability. It is no longer necessary to call an electrician to hardwire the home for motorized window treatments.

Here are just a few reasons to add motorization to your window coverings.

·         Convenience – Adjust your window treatments with the press of a button.

·         Affordability – Since hardwiring is no longer required, motorization is more affordable than ever!

·         Safety – Motorization means never having to haul out the step stool, step into a slippery tub, or lean over a messy work surface to adjust the window treatments. It also eliminates dangling operations cords, enhancing safety for homes with small children and pets.

·         Security – Just like using a timer to turn on lights while you’re away, programmable models allow you to set a timer to open and close your window treatments making your house look occupied.

·         Preservation – Because the motor works the same way each and every time, the lift and tilt mechanisms that operate your window treatment will last longer.

·         Coolness Factor – It’s okay to admit that motorized window treatments are a bit intriguing.  It’s a functional luxury that will leave your neighbors and friends saying, “Oh, wow!”

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Energy Efficiency-Consider this when Purchasing Window Coverings

Did you know that over 40% of the heat that escapes from your home does so through your windows? Even more shocking is that 50% of exterior solar heat enters your home through windows in a year. Needless to say, your windows have a great impact on your home’s energy usage and bills.

Budget Blinds has a number of smart window coverings that give you plenty of style while adding a layer of insulating protection to your windows. Cellular shades are available in materials that absorb the heat and cold that make it past your windowpanes. Shutters provide excellent insulation, keeping rooms cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Adding these window treatments to your home can translate into lower utility bills year-round and provide a more comfortable home environment.

What is a "Plantation Shutter"?

We get asked this question a lot! A plantation shutter is a shutter with louvers wider than 1.25" or 3.2 cm.  Most of the shutters sold by Budget Blinds franchisees exceed this louver width, so technically, we sell a lot of plantation shutters.  If you have a view that you really enjoy, opt for the widest louver available. Wider louvers preserve more of the view.
 
Did you know?

• Shutters can be motorized for your convenience and enhanced security.
• Shutters are available in a variety of colors and styles to enhance your decor.
• Shutters can be applied to virtually any window covering setting -- doors, specialty windows, and more.
• Shutters can be used creatively as well -- room dividers, doors, and more.
• Shutters are inherently cordless, which makes them a good choice for families with small children.
• Shutters are available in different louver widths -- 1 ¼”, 1 7/8”, 2 ½”, 3 ½”, 4 ½”

 
Learn more about shutters by visiting our website at www.budgetblinds.com/howardvillage, or call us today at (920) 822-0516 to set up your FREE In-Home Consultation and Estimate and we can show you the options!

Allure Transitional Shades by Lafayette

The Allure Transitional Shades offer you the privacy of a window shade, the softened view of a sheer and the option of raising or lowering your shade with privacy control at every level! Sounds too good to be true, doesn't it? With 7 patterns to choose from, including 2 that are FR rated, and a total of 29 colors, the design possibilities are infinite! Fabric widths up to 96" and lengths to 120" (for most fabrics) allow this shade to cover large picture windows with beautiful viewing options!
Call your Local Budget Blinds today to set up a Free In-Home Consultation and Estimate!

Budget Blinds Offers Decor Ideas for Frugalistas

As winter is edged out by spring many homeowners are eager to refresh their homes while being mindful of their budgets.  The good news is homeowners don’t need to break the bank to spruce up the place. 

“There are many budget-conscious things homeowners can do to polish the look of their homes,” said Michele Deneys, who owns and operates Budget Blinds of Howard Village.

Budget Blinds of Howard Village serving Northeast Wisconsin offers these suggestions to brighten your rooms for spring:

• While paint color can change the mood of a room, window coverings can change the way light reacts with that color.
• Adding a simple drapery panel to an existing window treatment softens harsh angles, adds a bit of drama and makes a room more inviting.
• Professional decorators repeat an accent color three times in a room – once in the lower third of the room, once in the middle third and once in the upper third of the room.  We suggest repeating that accent color with a drapery panel, coordinating throw pillows and a throw rug.
• To save some money when buying a drapery panel, ask your style consultant about stopping the fabric at the floor rather than allowing it to puddle.
• Swap your drapery panels and accessories seasonally.
• You may wish to choose faux wood over real wood. The benefit is faux wood resists warping better than real wood and is an excellent choice for humid rooms like kitchens and baths.
• The thing to keep in mind is to wisely invest in your home décor. Emphasize the items’ value over how inexpensive the item is.
• The cheapest item may not be durable enough to withstand the rigors of your lifestyle, and you’ll spend more to replace it than if you’d purchased the better value item.

Innovative New Window Coverings

Budget Blinds Signature Illusions transitional shades offer complete privacy or the option of opening the slats for a sheer look in between.  Many colors to choose from, and they really add style to any room!