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  • Sometimes we get so busy installing and repairing other peoples window treatments we forget to take care of and upgrade ours in the showroom.  I’ve got a couple of blinds that I’ve made fun of for years that I’m not going to miss one bit.  We were joking the other day that one reason why folks are so happy with their new blinds is that after seeing the showroom sample their expectations were blown away.  We had this ugly black and yellow honeycomb with cord locks on it that drove me crazy.  First off, we won’t even sell a blind with a cord lock, and second, nobody orders black or yellow honeycombs.

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  • Our two main suppliers of window treatments, Hunter Douglas and Comfortex, are currently giving some rebates for some of their products.  Comfortex is giving a $25 Rebate for every 2 inch Shangri-La Sheer Horizontal Treatment, Cellular Cordless Top Down Bottom Up Honeycomb, and Persona Roman Shade.  Also they are giving a $50 Rebate for 3 inch Shangri-La’s, and Odysee Cellular Blinds.  These rebates are one for every shade ordered and are good until April 30th.

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  • Just recently I've had a couple customers that have been upset by the fact that we won't allow a free hanging weight on vertical blinds like in the past. The reason for this is that Federal Law has told us this is illegal due to children and pets getting caught in the cord loops and choking. We are mandated to fasten all cords to the wall with a tension pulley.

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  • The newest edition to the Hunter Douglas family is the Hobbled Roman Shade called the Solera.  It is beautiful, elegant, and easy to operate.  What I really like best about it is the way it compacts so neatly at the top head rail when it's open, unlike traditional romans that have a lot of "stack."  It comes in light filtering and room darkening options.  And similar to the honeycomb's design, it has pockets that are designed to make the shade more energy efficient.  I just ordered a Solera sample for our showroom this and should have it up next week.  Stop by the showroom and have a look at all our products on display, or as always we'll bring the samples and come right to you. 

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  • Sunscreens come in many varieties from colors and styles to how much light they allow into your home.  The four main styles of sunscreens are 1%, 3%, 5%, and 10%.  On the picture above my sample shows the differences seamed together.  3% is on top, 5% in the middle and 10% on the bottom.  The easiest way to think about it is if you have a 3% sunscreen, we're stopping 97% of the light from coming through.

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  • [Hunter Douglas](http://www.aaablindfactory.com/hunter-douglas.php "http://www.aaablindfactory.com/hunter-douglas.php") just came out with a new hobbled fabric Roman shade called the Solera. It has some very elegant fabrics that come in light filtering and blackout style. It is also cordless and stacks very smoothly and neatly into the head rail. I'm really looking forward to showing this shade, it seems we've been having a lot of requests for fabric Roman shades recently and this innovative and beautiful treatment fits that bill perfectly. Stop by and have a look or we'll bring it right to your home and let you have a look for yourself. 239-947-9660, thanks for reading.

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  • We are proud to announce that we were voted Bonita's Best for window treatments for the 15th consecutive year (1999-2013). We are only one of two companies that have won the award every year the "Best Of" have been offered. We would like to thank all of our customers, and all that voted for us. We look forward to serving the community for another 15 great years. Thanks again!

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  • I just got my new Hunter Douglas Duette Honeycomb book in and it has every color there is it seems. The Duette line of honeycomb's is Hunter Douglas's designer brand of fabrics which is a bit more expensive, but equally as luxurious. Stop by and check them out or give us a call and we'll come to the house and show you them. With the array of colors it won't be difficult to find a perfect match with any décor.

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  • And these are the guys that will help you. The boss (Rick) is the first picture, he's the guy that comes out to measure your windows and brings all the samples with him to help you pick what's best for your treatment needs. I'm the other guy (Taylor), I'm in the shop 6 days a week and answering calls, setting up appointments, and pretty much doing anything you ask of me. Give us a call 239-947-9660, and lets talk about window treatments.

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  • We just wanted to say thanks again to all of our great customers. We're going to be closed on Saturday, December 22. We will be open on Monday, December 24, from 8:30-1pm. And back here on the 26th at 8:30am. Please leave a message anytime if we're not in the shop. Thanks again, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!

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