Summer is just around the corner with people already prepping their home décor and air-conditioning system to better handle the scorching heat and bright and long sunny days. Window treatment products such as solar shades are an important component of such preparations. These window coverings help keep the temperature down inside the house, reduce the glare from the sunlight and…
Revamping or updating the look of your space is not only an expensive affair but a time consuming one. Right from re-painting the colors of the walls to changing some furniture, renovating a home space is not an option for everyone can afford, and even if they can it’s not an option that can be chosen all the time. While…
Both the summers and the winters bring their own sets of challenges in terms of heat insulation and glare reduction. During the summers we think of ways to keep the heat and glare from the sunlight out. The winters are a different ball game altogether. The glare becomes a major issue during the cold season due to the awkward angle…
Whether you are someone to make new year’s resolutions or not, the new year marks a fresh start, and with a fresh start comes change. One of the most popular resolutions for homeowners is to update the look of their home. This is the perfect time to decorate your windows with the best window coverings. Most of us stare at…
Solar shades, sometimes known as sunscreens, are a beautiful, useful, and functional alternative to standard window treatments. They offer added advantages that make them the perfect choice for homes with a view or windows located where sunlight shines directly in. You need some sort of window coverings to block out the early morning sunlight. Again, window coverings are an easy…
Have you ever thought about the risks that come with of harsh sunlight streaming through your windows? Do you know that these harsh UV rays are a major cause of Cancer? Yes, You heard it right. According to American Cancer Society Ultraviolet (UV) rays are clearly a major cause of Melanoma (A type of skin Cancer that develops from the…
Roller Shades vs Solar Shades Solar Shades for Windows Solar blinds are the right choice for the protection of your home from harmful ultraviolet rays. These sun window blinds are a type of window covering that features a highly effective fabric material that blocks natural light. Solar blinds offer privacy besides sun protection and it’s available in different colours and…
Making Sensible Choices for Window Décor Having lived in Toronto most of our married life, going back to Quebec was eagerly anticipated. Reynaud had recently requested a transfer to the RBC in Quebec City, as we’d bought a house close by, in Neuville, a picturesque village where Reynaud’s family live. We wanted our eight-year-old daughter to grow up…
Making the Best of Living in High Rise Buildings “Divorce is never a pleasant experience. You look upon it as a failure. But I learned to be a different person once we broke up. Sometimes you learn more from failure than you do from success.” Michael Crawford When Laura initiated our divorce, I was devastated. I had worked…
Extend Your Home beyond the Walls Exterior Solar Shades are a great way to create cozy comfort in your outdoor spaces in Canada. People love the closeness and connection they share with nature when they are out in open, but how safe is it to be in intense sunlight and excessive heat? Our patios, decks or balconies often remain deserted…