Patio doors bring a beautiful influx of natural light into our homes, but they also demand special attention when it comes to privacy and light control. Enter patio door shades — the stylish solution that enhances both aesthetics and functionality. In this guide, we’ll explore the various types available, their benefits, and how to select the perfect shades for your sliding glass doors.
Motorized blinds bring together modern convenience, clean design, and smart-home functionality — all without sacrificing style. Made from the same high-quality fabrics as traditional window coverings, these blinds feature a discreet rechargeable motor housed inside the headrail. With app-based control and automation options, adjusting your window coverings is as easy as tapping your phone — whether you’re relaxing at home or heading out the door on a busy morning.
For Canadian homes juggling long winters, bright summer sun, and ever-changing daylight hours, motorized blinds offer practical comfort all year round.
You just bought your new blinds or shades and you are in love – we get it! Now you want to protect that investment by keeping your new window coverings by keeping them clean. Though each type of window treatment may have its own specific cleaning tips, there are a few general tips that everyone should keep in mind, no matter what type of window treatment you have. Read on to find out what our top five window cleaning tips are.
For some people, even the slightest bit of light entering the room can be a major sleep disturbance. This can be especially true for shift workers, tired parents, or anyone who needs to sleep when the sun is still out or emerging. The question is: do total blackout blinds really exist? We’re happy to say that not only do they exist, but we carry them. Read on to find out what sets these blinds apart from any other blackout option.
If the thought of drilling into your walls makes you cringe (or your landlord nervous), No Drill blinds might just be your new best friend. These smart, renter-friendly window coverings give you style, privacy, and light control—without power tools or permanent damage.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through what no-drill blinds are, how they work, the different styles available, and why Canadians from condos to cottages are making the switch.
Looking to elevate your space with a sleek, modern vibe that still feels warm and inviting? Enter wave fold drapes. These beautifully flowing curtains are a favourite among designers for a reason—they’re polished, practical, and quietly luxurious. Whether you’re refreshing one room or redesigning your entire home, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about wave fold drapes—from how they work to why they might just be your new favourite window treatment.
As the Social Media Manager for Select Blinds Canada, I’ve had the opportunity to work with a ton of amazing influencers across Canada. In working on collaborations with design experts from all around the country, I’ve managed to pick up some handy design tips for my own home.
Unfortunately, it also means I started to realize that so many areas of my home needed work. Keep reading to find out how I managed to completely modernize my master bedroom in this makeover project, just by updating my window coverings.
Each December, the global design community turns its attention to one highly anticipated announcement: the PANTONE® Colour of the Year. This influential selection helps shape trends across interiors, fashion, and product design for the year ahead.
In December 2024, PANTONE® revealed Mocha Mousse as the 2025 Colour of the Year. Then, on December 4, 2025, the PANTONE® Colour Institute unveiled its 2026 choice: PANTONE® 11-4201 Cloud Dancer—a soft, luminous white that reflects a renewed desire for clarity, calm, and creative possibility.
Measuring for your blinds can seem challenging but we promise, it’s really quite simple. With our insider tips, we make sure all of our customers become instant window measuring experts. Read on to find out how you measure a window for blinds to ensure a perfect fit every time.
Decorating for the holidays is arguably the most fun part of the holiday season – besides family and friends and all that jazz! There’s something about garland that just really gets the holiday spirit moving throughout the home. Trends can come and go and holiday décor can change over time. Here are some of our favourite home décor trends for the holidays. You may want to give some of these a whirl this holiday season.
