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Finding window treatments that balance modern and traditional interior design styles is easier than you think. At A Shade Above, our design team helps homeowners create an updated look with window blinds and plantation shutters made from 100% natural wood. These custom window coverings can ground a room’s interior decor scheme while offering sustainability, [...]
The term "Honeycomb" is sometimes used to describe cellular shades - but why? To answer this, let’s break down what a cellular shade is first! [...]
In our upcoming "Explained" Blog series, we'll be taking a closer look at various products. We'll provide real-life examples of installation scenarios using our own photography, highlight special considerations, [...]
Large windows are an architectural blessing that can provide so many amazing aesthetic benefits. Great expanses of glass give way to gorgeous views of the natural world and allow natural [...]
Finding just the right window treatments for your home can be challenging when there are so many different and beautiful options to consider. Choosing the perfect window treatment all depends [...]
Understanding Louver Size The biggest choice you'll face while designing your plantation shutters is selecting the louver size, which refers to the depth of the horizontal slat that can [...]
What is Gesso Coat? Most shutter manufacturers rely on economical, rough-cut lumber and apply a brittle clay coating known as Gesso Coat to smooth out defects. Traditionally used [...]
