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For most, Spring is a time of rejuvenation and new beginnings. Flowers are in bloom, the sun is shining, and warmer weather is on the way. For many, Spring is also a time of sniffling, sneezing, coughing, and dealing with watery eyes, and headaches. There isn’t much anyone can do about the fine layer of pollen that will hang in the air, coat cars, and blow through open windows. There is however, something you can do to minimize household allergies, and ensure you at least get a good night’s sleep.

Window coverings come in many shapes, sizes, materials, and styles. The ideal window treatments for your home depend on where you live (in a busy city or a quiet countryside), your style, and your personal preferences in terms of light control and privacy. Today, there are so many options on the market that it can be hard to know where to start. In this blog post we will explore cafe curtains, what they are, the rooms they are best suited for, and how to hang them. For more general information about selecting window treatments, read our blog post 'How To Select Window Treatments For Your Home'. 

As the end of February approaches, Spring is just around the corner, and being home decorators, this is our favorite time of year. Every season brings new home projects, but there is just something about changing up your decor in the Spring that is so refreshing. To help inspire you, we’ve picked out five items that are perfect for a Spring makeover. 

Today, bedding options are endless. Whether a traditional brick and mortar operation or online store, they will likely have a wide variety of sheets in different materials, weaves, and quality levels. When it comes to buying sheets, thread count is often overvalued, but what does it actually mean and is it really the most important characteristic to look at? Thread count is determined by the number of threads per square inch of fabric, including both the horizontal and the vertical threads. Generally, a thread count between 200 and 800 is good, and the higher the number the softer the sheets will be. There is a lot more to a sheet than its thread count though, both in terms of quality and the feeling of the fabric.

When buying window treatments, the first step is always to measure the windows in your home. Some have it lucky, and have standard-sized windows throughout their home, or at least windows of the same size in each room. For many, this is not the case. Older homes present a number of challenges when it comes to fitting or sizing window treatments, but we are here to help.