When making choices about the function and style of your home, you do your research. From pain colors to specialty fixtures, homeowners consult magazines, experts and influencers. It makes sense that when choosing window treatments, you weigh the benefits of professional custom window shades over ready-made DIY options. Window treatments
While often used interchangeably, room darkening shades and blackout shades are different. Room darkening shades reduce approximately 95-99 percent of light entering a room. In comparison, blackout shades can sometimes eliminate up to 100% of light. Room darkening roller shades Room darkening roller shades have a light gap on either
Whether you need them for privacy or temperature control, you’ll love how outdoor window shades enhance your outdoor living space. An outdoor patio or screened-in porch is a relaxing and refreshing way to spend time in your home. When planning your outdoor space, you’ll want to include a shade option
Sunrooms make a beautiful addition to your house. A room made primarily of windows allows you to bring the outdoors inside. They are great at letting in natural light. But what happens when there is too much sun in your sunroom? Made in the Shade Raleigh recommends light-filtering shades. Our
Honeycomb cellular shades are one of the most popular items at Made in the Shade Raleigh. And for a good reason! Cellular shades are attractive, versatile and energy-efficient. They come in a variety of colors and light-control levels from sheer to blackout. What Are Honeycomb Cellular Shades? Cellular shades are
Homeowners often balance function with aesthetics when choosing their homes' features. That includes window treatments. Most of the time, window treatments are chosen to solve a problem: privacy, sun glare, temperature control, etc. Motorized roller shades with light-filtering design are a great solution. There are specific solutions for each function.
Did you know that shutters are the only window treatments that increase the value of your home? Shutters are considered a fixed installation and therefore contribute to the resale value. Shutters also enhance a room's overall aesthetics and give it an upgraded look. Plantation shutters, installed on a window's interior,
One of the most common problems we are called on to solve is how to effectively block sun glare without blocking the view. At Made in the Shade Raleigh, we solve this problem with solar shades. Solar shades can be installed as interior or exterior window coverings. No matter how
When remodeling an older home, it’s important to honor the traditional style and character of the design. Our client in Chapel Hill came to us for custom shutters for a large, arched window in her bonus room and five large shutters for other windows throughout the house. This home already
Remodeling a house can start to feel very overwhelming. Hiring a designer to manage and advise on a home remodeling project is one of the best investments you can make as a homeowner. At Made in the Shade Raleigh, we work with designers for all types of projects regarding treating
