Working from home has been the new reality for a huge chunk of Canadians over the last year – and it looks like the WFH option may continue well after this pandemic is over. Working from your kitchen table isn’t exactly ideal – especially if your spouse is sitting across from you chowing down while you work. If you’ve been thinking about creating your own home office, keep reading this post. Here are our top tips for the perfect home office design.
How to Shop for Blinds on a Budget
Looking for anything on a budget can be a challenge. Luckily, we’re shoppers, too. We know how important it is to find good quality products for your home without breaking the bank. Read on to find out everything you need to know about how to shop for blinds on a budget.
Budget Doesn’t Have to Mean Cheap
When someone says they’re on a tight budget, that just means they want to spend less, not get less. No one wants to get an inferior product that won’t last. That’s why we have invested the time and effort into ensuring even our most budget-friendly blinds are still made with the same quality craftsmanship our customers have come to expect from Select Blinds Canada.
The Best Blinds for Nurseries and Kids Rooms
When it comes to window treatments for your child’s room, you probably have a long checklist. They have to be practical, affordable, stylish, and above all, safe! Here are some of our top recommendations when it comes to choosing the best blinds for nurseries and kids rooms.
Choose Blackout Blinds
Blackout blinds and shades are proven to help improve sleep. Early morning sunlight can interrupt anyone’s sleep routine, especially a young child’s. If you have a baby or young children, you know that helping them sleeping in longer in the morning is important for both your little ones and for Mom and Dad!
Transform Your Space: Home Décor Trends for 2021
We’ve all been working from home, living with lockdowns, and have spent way more time at home this year than ever before. The more you hang around your space, the more you realize it’s time for a change! Here are some of our favourite home décor trends for 2021 that can totally transform your place.
Grey and Yellow Décor
Pantone named two colours of the year this year instead of only one. They are naming Ultimate Grey and Illuminating (a bright yellow shade) as their tops picks for home décor in 2021. We like the idea of sticking with grey for the most part and highlighting the room with a few yellow accents for a modest yet trendy look.
No Tools Installation Window Coverings
Measuring and installing your own window treatments is a cinch – even if you don’t know the first thing about using a drill. But if you are renting an apartment and you aren’t allowed to drill permanent holes anywhere, don’t fret. You can still get the window treatments you love without making a single hole thanks to our No Tools Installation Headrail products. Keep reading to find out how they work!
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The Benefits of a No Tools Installation Headrail
There are several benefits and advantages to choosing our No Tools Installation tension headrails instead of traditional blinds or shades. Here is a quick peek at a few of those bonuses:
Your Guide to the Best Patio Shades
Did you know that outdoor shades can help provide you with privacy and block harmful UV rays while you’re outdoors this summer? Read more to find out what you need to know to make sure you get the best patio shades for your outdoor project this summer.
What Type of Blinds Are Best for Each Room?
If you’re shopping around for new blinds for your home, you should take a few minutes to read this post. You don’t have to get the same blinds all around. In fact, you should diversify your choices because some products work better in different rooms for a variety of reasons. Read on to find out what type of blinds are best for each room in your home.
5 Reasons to Choose Motorized Shades
Motorized shades are the latest technology in window treatments. There are plenty of advantages to upgrading to a motorized lift system. Read on to find out why you should choose motorized shades when shopping for new window coverings for your home.
1. Motorized Shades Are Convenient
The most obvious advantage of motorized shades is their convenience. You can lift your shades up and down from a distance. If you forget to close the blinds after cozying up in your bed, you don’t even need to get up. Just grab the remote or use voice command technology with our smart blinds system to close your shades in a second.
How to Recreate the Natural Home Décor Trend Yourself
The natural home décor trend is one that highlights the beauty of mother nature and brings both a warm and relaxed feel to your home. Here are a few tips to incorporating some natural home décor trends into your space.
7 Things You Didn’t Know About Solar Shades
Thinking of shopping for some solar shades for your home? Did you know they can actually protect your furniture and reduce heat in your home? Here are a few interesting facts you didn’t know about solar shades.
1. They Can Protect Your Furniture
Over time, UV rays can be damaging to furniture, hardwood flooring and even carpets, causing them to discolour. Solar shades can protect your investments by blocking harmful UV rays, while still letting some natural light filter through.