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Window TreatmentsHandfound Originals
813-417-9277
Window Treatments, Interior Design, Space Planning, Remodeling
BlindsNew Port Blinds
a leading North American window
coverings manufacturer and supplier that
specializes in 2" & 2 1/2"Horizontal Faux Wood,
Vertical Blinds, 2" & @ 1/2"Wood Blinds and Window Shades.
Phone: (727) 849-1880
8272 Kristel Circle, Port Richey, FL 34668
Window Treatments 101Windows are the eye to the outdoors. That's why you have to think carefully when deciding on a style for each room in your house. But with so many terms exclusive to the window industry, how do you see clearly? Here's a guide to help you sort out all of the jargon.
1. Type: Horizontal blinds
Materials: Aluminum, plastic, wood and faux wood
Uses: Control light and privacy easily. Durable and easy to maintain.
2. Type: Vertical blinds
Materials: Aluminum, vinyl or reinforced fabric
Uses: Overlapping nature enables light control.
3. Type: Swags (curtains)
Materials: Soft or sheer fabric
Uses: A portable style that can be draped over another treatment or used alone to soften a window frame.
4. Type: Curtains and drapes
Materials: Fabrics in various colors and patterns
Uses: They can be designed to suit your decorating style. Fabric can add visual "warmth" to a room.
5. Type: Cellular shades
Materials: Sheer or opaque paper or fabric
Uses: Available in various opening methods such as motorized or pull from bottom. Can be custom fit for any window shape or size.
6. Type: Roller shades
Materials: Vinyl, canvas or bonded fabric
Uses: Offer moderate to full blackout of light for total privacy.
7. Type: Roman blinds
Materials: Various fabrics
Uses: Manipulated cords and pulleys. Offer a casual look and add insulation
8. Type: Shutters
Materials: Wood or polymer panels or louvers; fabric, glass or metal inserts
Uses: Give an old-fashioned, cottage aura to a room
9. Type: Cornices or valances
Materials: Varies; anything from wood to silk-flower garland
Uses: Used to hide drapery hardware or make window and ceiling look taller.
Why do windows sweat?
When cooler weather arrives, homeowners often face a troublesome condition. Condensation forms on windows and can be a nuisance or even cause damage to the surrounding trim. There are reasons why sweating windows occur. Knowing the causes is the key to fixing the situation.
When air gets warm it expands and is able to absorb water. When the air cools, eventually it gets to the point where the water is released in the form of condensation. As a result, when warm, moist air from inside the home comes in contact with cold windows, it releases the condensation on the windows. The opposite can occur in the warmer months, when outdoor air condenses on windows because of an air-conditioned interior.
There are many activities that put moisture in the air, including breathing, showering and cooking. Removing excess moisture from the home can help reduce condensation and window sweating.
* Be sure that windowless bathrooms have an exhaust vent that will vent air outdoors. Bathroom doors also should have enough of a gap on the bottom of the door to let air inside the bathroom.
* Gas appliances, such as fireplaces, should be properly vented.
* Opt for cooking methods that do not produce steam.
* Lower the thermostat so that the home is cooler, ideally between 62 to 68 degrees F.
* Check if the clothes dryer is properly vented outdoors.
* Consider running a dehumidifier if moisture is a problem not easily remedied.
* Think about replacement windows. Insulated windows that feature double or triple panes will be more insulated, preventing the warm air in the home from meeting the cold air of outdoors. Also avoid metal window frames, as such frames tend to conduct the cold and can further exacerbate sweating issues
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