What Is A Window Blind?

By James A. Holloway

This is a window blind, (sometimes called mini-blinds, plantation blinds, or ''Venetian'' blinds) and they can be horizontally or vertically oriented with slats that are made out of metal (usually aluminum), plastic, extruded vinyl, wood, or a wood composite.

Horizontal blinds, can be raised and lowered to provide access to the window opening using a fabric lift cord or a mechanical cordless lift system installed inside the headrail at the top of the blind. [Read More]

What Is A Solar Shade?

By James A. Holloway

This is a solar shade and as you can see, it offers a fair amount of protection from the sun, but still allows a respectable amount of light to pass through giving you a nice view to the outside. Solar shades are part of the expanded family of roller shade style window treatments. [Read More]