Beautiful Trends in Roman Shades

Roman Shades are an elegant, sophisticated way to cover your windows. They particularly compliment bay windows or multiple windows together on the same wall. They work well especially with large molding and trim around the window. 


For a very clean, tailored look, we love to add trim to the edges of a white or off-white shade. The trim is recommended with the flat Roman style rather than a hobbled shade.

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 Black trim- our personal favorite. You can do so much with it!

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We also really love the natural look- Woven Bamboo Shades, especially finished with off-white drapes. 

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A beautiful example of a bay window lined with woven bamboo Roman Shades. 

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Roman Shades also look great in bathrooms- they are easy to draw up and down, and they take minimal space. They also offer great privacy. 

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I love the simplicity of the white Roman Shade in a beautiful, clean white bathroom. Also love the addition of the curtain below the Roman. 

Roman shades are some of the most versatile window treatments in that they can be made in pretty much any fabric you like. There are also many ways to customize each shade, such as decorative trims and tassels, flat or hobbled (folded) fabric, ribbon trims, light and privacy control, and much more.

If you're interested in  Roman shades for any room in your home, we have a vast selection of fabrics and styles to choose from. Call us at 817-495-6685; or visit our website www.windowblindshadeshutters.com for more information, or to request a quote.

Have a great weekend! 

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Favorites: Inspiration from Domino- The Book of Decorating

Production of Domino Magazine ceased in Spring of 2009; Thankfully, we have the ever-amazing Domino Book of Decorating- our new decorating Bible! It never ceases to bring new and fresh ideas. I own many decor and design books and magazines, and I honestly can say that Domino is the best inspiration. It's pages are lined with the latest and the most classic of decor and design styles and trends. So far, I've found the best decorator's handbook for draperies and upholstery and shopping resources guide with Domino. It was definitely written by people just like us- they appreciate good information and inspiration from A to Z, they have the same questions about decor and the answer to many of your design dilemmas. The book is laid out in room-by-room chapters, with guides on buying furniture, how to choose your style of bed, rug, dining table, console, etc; and how to mix and match pieces and why they work together. If you're redecorating or remodeling, Domino is a great book to have; it helps you decide which items to trash and which ones to restore, as well as how to identify your best pieces and which ones only "take up space"- or clutter, as some of us call it!

 

At Trinity Uptown Custom Window Coverings, we have a passion and love for decor and design. As you may have noticed, other than sharing with you information about our new and current products we offer and photos of our satisfied clients, we want to share with you what's inspiring us; in hopes that you'll find inspiration too. We're going to be showcasing not only our favorite styles and photos of inspiring spaces, but also resources and articles that will hopefully help you in your quest to make your living space a reflection of you and....make it home. After all, home really is the most important place in the world! We just may be a little partial to windows and window treatments, but we're not letting our creativity stop there; we have great enthusiasm for every room in the house!

Ever thought about layering rugs? I'll admit, when the idea was first presented to me, I thought it was ridiculous! That is, until Domino changed my outlook- once again. This sun room/lounge area is "rocking the kasbah" with several flatweave rugs in orange & red palettes. We also couldn't help noticing how well they were paired up with the natural-hued luscious drapes in the background! 

More great design ideas we love:

Here's an idea: floor-to-ceiling velvet drapes create height and drama in an otherwise small entryway. The possibilities here are endless.

Great color inspiration! There's the right way to leave your walls white!

Wonderful mixture of patterns with the wallpaper and pillows. 

This living room is a great balance of bright and happy, combined with serene and peaceful. Perfect!

Can you notice a trend? Dramatic drapes, and focus on fabric and textiles! 

Check in regularly for more great ideas and style inspiration. Feel free also to leave us some feedback! 

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Looking for a great selection of affordable, high-quality window treatments? You're in the right place! Visit us at our website, www.windowblindshadeshutters.com! We'll be more than happy to assist you with designing your windows!

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The Beauty and Luxury of Custom Wood Shutters

Over the next few weeks, we are going to be posting informative articles with more in-depth information about the products that we specialize in. Today I want to begin by introducing you to Norman Sussex Shutters. This is one of the most luxurious window treatments that we offer. Sussex Shutters are crafted from hand-selected basswood and treated with Prescription Wood Conditioning to acclimate the wood to your climate to prevent post-installation shrinking or swelling. 

• Louvers are made of quarter-sawn wood to ensure generations of durability. This tight, straight and parallel grain also enriches wood character in stain finish.
• The appearance of furniture quality finish and the exceptional craftsmanship gives Sussex shutters an instant feeling of art
• A wide range of innovative frame designs, including frames with inserts that keep installation screws out of sight for a clean and decorative look.
• Reinforced engineered stile-- Multiple layers of wood bonded together to reinforce durability to the core of the stile, which results in a robust support system for the shutter panels.
• Employs mortise and tenon joinery that resists shear and racking forces endured by shutters to ensure prolonged quality and durability.
• Personalize shutters with special options. Choose from fixed louvers, center or offset tilt rod, double hung panels, café shutters, track systems, French door cutout, specialty shapes and many more.
• Available in a multitude of solid and stain colors that can match the style of any home.
• A guarantee of Norman Shutters’ exemplary quality with a lifetime limited warranty on materials and workmanship.

Our Shutters can be ordered in an array of stained or painted finishes. We also offer custom paint colors. If You have a particular color (Benjamin Moore or Sherwin Williams; we can match if it's a different brand) we can have your shutters made with that color (a minimal surcharge). Specialty windows in all shapes and sizes can be custom fitted with shutters.

Shutters are an investment to your home; that's why we go the extra mile to stand behind our work; offering guarantees on the final product.

Visit our website, www.windowblindshadeshutters.com. Feel free to contact us for more information concerning our complete line of shutters we offer. We are here to help and serve you! 

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Custom Window Treatments~ Dallas/Fort Worth and surrounding areas~ GREAT Fall Savings Starting NOW!

Fall and cooler weather has officially arrived! We are celebrating the arrival of the new Season {which just happens to be our favorite!} and the drawing near of the Holidays by introducing fantastic sales and bonuses to our Blinds & Shutters Programs!

Ready to spruce up your home for the holidays? Hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas?

Growing weary of the same dusty blinds you've had since you bought your house? Treat yourself to some new window treatments this Christmas!


Time to upgrade to some beautiful wood blinds or shutters! We also have Roman and Roller shades! Your beautiful new windows will not only "wow" your friends and family, you'll be glad you made the investment because with our vast line of quality products, you'll have our guarantee that what you're paying for is of top-quality and durability; meaning you'll be able to enjoy your shutters for many, many years.

Remember, Shutters are masterfully crafted, meaning weeks of prescription climate treatment (to prevent warping of the wood over time), to repeated (5+ times) of sanding and staining to ensure lasting quality. Therefore shutters do have a much longer production time (6-8 weeks, longer if you opt for a custom paint or stain color); so make sure you call us for a consultation as soon as possible! We work hard and fast at making sure your order goes into production in a timely manner!

We're offering 25% off our already GREAT prices on all of our Blinds and Shutters.

As always, we'll STILL give you Free Consultation & Installation.

Don't let the Holidays catch you of guard. Many of us are happy when we get our shopping done early, but when it comes to getting our home ready, we end up not being able to, or worse, going over our budget by paying for express fees! Call us today and we'll be more than happy to make an appointment at your convenience.

Visit us at www.windowblindshadeshutters.com today!

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Custom Wood Blinds- an Edward Jones office in Fort Worth- TCU neighborhood

Normandy Wood Blinds: Made from one of the most environmentally sound hardwoods available; masterfully crafted to produce a flawless wood grain finish. Normandy® Wood Blinds are designed to provide distinction to every window in order to exceed the highest of expectations

We recently had the pleasure of working with an Edward Jones Financial Consultant during his office remodel. He contacted us inquiring about custom blinds and ended up choosing the Normandy Wood Blinds, in Black Walnut with 2" slats. The end result is handsome and elegant; the richness of the wood is visible from every angle. Very impressive!

Take a look at what the office looked like without blinds:

This window previously had vinyl mini-blinds.

There was a substantial amount of light coming in. 

Inside the consultant's office.

After we installed blinds:

The addition of the wood blinds brought depth to the room, as well as comfort and warmth. The rich wood completely transforms the room! 

It was a great experience working with Harry & Kim- we look forward to working together with you in the future! We're glad you love the new blinds. 

If you are in the Fort Worth area and are in need of Financial Planning, we can recommend The Edward Jones office of Harry Goolsby, located at 3517 W Biddison Street (Suite 4) in Fort Worth. 

A little more information on Normandy Blinds:

• Environmentally friendly premium solid wood slats

• Textured grain finish highlights the natural characteristic of the wood

• Patented SmartPrivacy™ feature allows optimum blind closure for the utmost levels of privacy

• Light weight enables easier lifting and lowering

•Advanced tilting mechanism makes angling blinds effortless

• Innovative Insta-Lock™ system locks blinds at tighter horizontal intervals with ease

• Upgraded 3 ¼” designer crown valance adds extra style

• Locking mechanisms minimize cord fray for lasting enjoyment

• Cord Release Device consolidates cords and breaks apart in case of child entanglement

Features:

• SmartPrivacy™ standard

• 3 ¼” designer crown valance

• Cord tilt (tilt on left, lift on right)

• Two slat sizes: 2” & 2 ½”

• Semi-inside mount valance return: ¾”

• Outside mount valance return: 3 1/16” for 2” slats and 3 9/16” for 2 ½” slats

• Low profile steel headrail

Also, there are several decorative tapes to choose from: 

As with all of our lines of blinds, Normandy includes SmartPrivacy™, a new privacy system that provides tighter blind closure and optimum blockage of incoming light. Compared to standard routeless, SmartPrivacy™ prevents blind slats from sliding out.

Visit our website, www.windowblindshadeshutters.com for more information on our complete line of wood and faux wood blinds or to request a quote.

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Custom wood and faux wood Blinds with Smart Privacy Feature

So what is SmartPrivacy™, exactly?

For centuries, blinds have had very little innovation and are made with unsightly holes in the slats. Our patented solution, SmartPrivacy™, is designed to have no visible holes when the blinds are closed. The result is a sleek and elegant appearance with tight closure and trouble-free operation.

So...take a closer look at what kind of difference our SmartPrivacy™ blinds can make in your home...

Here's what you'll get if you decide to go the conventional route...

Conventional blinds offer no extra protection against sunlight coming in through the slats and route holes, and through the sides of the blinds.

Take a look at the Norman SmartPrivacy™ difference...

Our custom wood and faux wood blinds are designed with privacy and energy efficiency in mind. They are made with superior durability, meaning you will not have to buy new blinds a few years down the road! They are measured and made to fit your windows, exactly. Conventional blinds typically are much longer than the window, meaning you'll have about 1"-3" of excess bunched up and laying in the bottom of your window sill; or worse yet, hanging outside of your sill (for those conventional blinds that were not cut to fit your window). Our custom blinds are made as long as your window, so you'll not have any excess at the bottom.

• Unlike traditional privacy blinds, SmartPrivacy™ blinds are the only functional blinds on the market today.
• SmartPrivacy™ combines superior light blockage with privacy
• Tight slat closure in both directions with a smooth tilt mechanism
• Patented child safe cord release device for enhanced safety.
• 3¼” Designer Crown Valance adds to an overall sleek and elegant look

Visit our website for more information concerning our entire line of wood and faux wood blinds, or to request a quote: www.windowblindshadeshutters.com

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The Best Window Treatments for Your Home

As it is with all other aspects of decorating, sometimes you can be indecisive about what exactly it is that you want. There may be a particular piece you know you want, such as a canopy bed, a secretary desk, or a Persian rug; but it's the details that sometimes leave us stumped.

Window treatments are no exception. You may have seen plantation shutters in a friend's home, roman shades in a magazine, and you've always had drapes in mind; but you're starting to love the roman shades and the plantation shutters! Here are just a few ways to decide which one is right for you.

Consider the placement of the room in your house, in relation to the sunset/sunrise. If your TV/family room has windows that face the sunset, consider something that can close easily- without too much energy and blocks out all or most light when closed. this goes as well for any other room that faces the sunset, in which you spend a lot of time in the evening. The TV & family rooms were the first to come to my mind, because I deal with many clients who are concerned about the amount of light and heat that comes in during the hottest hours of the day (particularly if you live in Texas!). For instance, light, breezy white curtains may not be the best option for this room. Instead- look towards blackout drapes or shades. If your windows are very large, consider having them motorized, so that it's much easier to open and close. If your style leans toward rich wood or clean lines, Shutters or wood blinds are probably what you'll choose. Our shutters are very customizable; as far as tilt rods, and we can also make them bi-fold if your working with a tighter space, and many different designs and shapes if you have a uniqely shaped window. We have many different frames, colors, and finishes to choose from. Both blinds and shutters are top-notch in regard to energy efficiency.

Another option here, is honeycomb shades (pictured above). These are also, more commonly called cellular shades. If you like a clean, simple look, but you want colors to choose from, these are a great option. You can get them in black-out or room darkening materials. We also have them motorized, if you have large windows that you'll want to open and close often. Pictures above is room-darkening honeycomb shades. They are motorized, so you can open/close them easily throughout the day.

Consider the privacy you desire in each room (the placement of the room, neighbors, streets, etc.) I recently visited a clients home that had several very large, 20-ft tall windows in her family room. She had custom drapes on the outer windows. The drapes did not close, they were only there for design. On the outside, she had solar screens to protect from heat in the summertime. The way she was able to justify not having something to close the view: she had no neighbors behind her. Her drapes perfectly framed the view out to a beautiful hill full of trees. This would not be the best option if her backyard faced someone else's house, or a street. Rooms to definitely consider as well, are the bedroom, and the bathrooms. *When you do not have neighbors around the back and/or sides of the house, you have a little more freedom to go with drapes or shades that are purely decorative. If you choose to do this, but you're worried about the heat, solar screens are an option. If you'd rather have a clear view and wish to open it up at anytime, thin, heat-blocking roller shades on the inside (mounted underneath the drapes) are also an option. They are easy to open and close, and do not take up a lot of room. You can also choose a color/material that compliments your choice of drapes.

Here is an example of someone who chose to mount shades underneath their drapes.

Consider your budget For many of you, this was probably the very first thing on your list! If you're in love with plantation shutters, but you cannot afford to place them through your entire home, consider our wood or faux wood blinds for some rooms, while choosing the rooms that are higher priority to place the shutters in. If it is important to you that the front of the house has beautiful cherry or mahogany shutters, we offer gorgeous wood blinds in many of the same colors that our shutters come in. It is important to us to meet all of the client's needs. That includes giving them however many options they need in order to meet their budget. Choosing blinds does not mean you have to go down in quality and style. We have an incredible selection of beautiful wood and faux wood blinds that are the best in the industry when it comes to quality, style and energy efficiency.

Consider the amount of light you want or do not want Also, consider how much light you already have, or if you do not have much. Lighting can really make or break a room. If there's not enough, it can look dull, dingy and stale. If there's too much, it will tend to be uncomfortable or uninviting; or it can simply be too bright for you! Different materials allow various amounts of light in. Certain choices give you the best of both: such as black-out shades or drapes that open up all the way; plantation shutters with large 4 1/2" louvers allow more light to come in than small 2" ones; while some choices only give you one option, such as light, breezy drapes, or sheer, room darkening roller or roman shades.

The larger the louver size on your shutters, the more light you can allow into the room.

The choice is yours: Light, privacy, and the sunlight are just a few important things to consider. We can help you choose!

Visit our website for more information on our services, or to request a quote! www.windowblindshadeshutters.com

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Custom Faux Wood Blinds in Frisco, TX

Our Performance Premium Faux Wood blinds are a practical, energy efficient window treatment, while still maintaining the beauty and luxury that you want.

For the best in energy efficiency, our Performance line is the best choice. The Patented Smart Privacy blocks any light and heat from escaping into your home.

Features & Benefits:

• Smart Privacy feature allows optimum blind
  closure for the utmost levels of privacy
• Superior colorfastness, endured over 2,000 hours of UV testing
• Slats can withstand even the highest desert temperatures with industry leading 135 degree heat deflection temperature
• Breakthrough slat formulation results in significant reduced pull force required when raising blinds
• Extreme durable and hard slat surface; slats won't dent or scratch over time
• Advanced smooth tilting mechanism makes tilting blinds easier than ever
• Innovative Insta-Lock mechanism locks the blind at any position effortlessly
• Upgraded 3 1/4" Designer Crown Valance
• Premium 2 1/2" slats create an upscale and streamlined shutter appearance
• Moisture-resistant, fire-retardant, lead-free
• Reengineered bottom rail enhances structural integrity and eliminates bowing when blind is semi-raised
• Child safe and pet safe cord release device

Performance Premium Faux Wood Blinds in dark mahogany (2 1/2" slats).

• 13 colors/finishes to choose from, including wood grain look
• 3 year warranty
• Two slat sizes- 2" and 2 1/2"

Visit out website for more information on our complete line of Window Treatments; including wood & faux wood blinds, shades and plantation shutters.

www.windowblindshadeshutters.com

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Custom Aluminum Blinds

YES- We also have aluminum blinds!

We offer a large selection of aluminum mini blinds, in sizes ranging from 1/2" to 2".

This client chose the 1" Bright Silver Aluminum blinds.

The look is very sleek and modern.

We have many different colors and shades to choose from...

Also, if you'd like a little more of a homey look and feel, you have the option to add wood valances and decorative ribbon tape to cover the route holes.

Traditions, Integra, and Metro aluminum blinds bring you very best in function, finishes, style and repelling finish and spring-tempered aluminum slats bounce right back to even the toughest treatment making them perfect for any room of the house.

• Child safe, break away safety tassles
• Bounce back slats keep their shape, even with the toughest handling and still maintain their beauty.
• Extensive selection of colors, slat sizes, and accents provides beauty, function and fashion at your windows.
• Carefree maintenance is provided with an anti static dust repellent built right into the finish to help prohibit dust build up the slats.
• Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Visit our website, www.windowblindshadeshutters.com for more information on our entire line of blinds- wood, faux wood, and aluminum blinds, or to request a quote. We give free in-home, no obligation estimates.

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