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White Heritance® Hardwood Shutters

Ideas, Advice
and Inspiration

Welcome to the Custom Shades blog. Here you’ll find fresh ideas, expert advice and updates to help you get the most out of your window coverings. We also feature special promotions, so be sure to check back often.

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Design tips, product insights and ideas to help you create the perfect space.

Woven wood shades installed over a window in a dining area with a table and chairs.

October 27, 2026

Woven Wood Shades: Lined vs. Unlined for Light & Privacy

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Motorized Roman shades with a rechargeable battery wand and a desk lamp.

September 14, 2026

How Are Motorized Shades Powered? Rechargeable Batteries, Solar & Hardwiring

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August 31, 2026

Comparing Cellular Shades: Duette, Applause & Sonnette

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custom sheer shades on large living room windows for light control and reduced glare

August 23, 2026

Best Window Treatments for Living Rooms

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White Silhouette shades filtering sunlight onto a modern living room with a cream sectional sofa.

July 23, 2026

Create Balanced Natural Light in Every Room

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Bedroom with grey honeycomb shades and a bed with pillows and blankets.

June 12, 2026

Room Darkening vs Blackout Shades: What’s the Difference?

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Sunlit kitchen and dining area with white cabinets, island, bar stools, round table, and chairs.

May 15, 2026

How to Reduce Heat from Windows in Summer

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Modern Roman shades with horizontal fabric panels cover large windows in a contemporary living room.

March 24, 2026

How to Cover Large Windows in Ontario Homes

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White cellular shades installed on dark wood French doors.

March 10, 2026

Window Treatments for Doors: Privacy, Light Control & Easy Operation

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Sheer horizontal blinds paired with cream drapery panels in a living room.

February 17, 2026

Pairing Shades with Drapery: Discover Inspiration

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Grey pleated window shades above a dining area with a banquette and wooden chairs.

January 27, 2026

How to Choose & Style Kitchen Window Coverings

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Neutral-toned pinch pleat drapery framing a large window with a view of trees and a balcony.

January 13, 2026

The Style & Design of Pinch Pleat Drapery

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