Pro Insights To Help You Choose
The Right Window Coverings
Did you know that most homeowners only replace their window treatments once every seven to ten years? That’s a long time to look at something you hate.
When choosing window coverings for your home in Arizona and the Las Vegas Valley, it’s incredibly important to make the right decision for your needs. Mistakes made at this stage can lead to wasted money, functional annoyances, and poor aesthetics.
And it all begins with misleading online content, Pinterest trends, and big-box store recommendations that come without context.
At Southwest Blinds & Shutters, we want you to be thrilled with your choices for the long haul, so we start every project with an in-depth design consultation. We prevent you from falling into any of these pitfalls right from the start.
Let’s take a look at the four most common mistakes and how we help you avoid them.
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Mistake #1: Ignoring Your Lifestyle Needs
This might come as a surprise, but things aren’t always what they seem. Take “blackout shades” for instance. Sure, the material offers a room-darkening experience. But there’s something most homeowners don’t think about.
There’s a pretty decent gap on the sides of the shades that allows a lot of light in. And most window covering suppliers won’t tell you that.
If you work the night shift and were hoping to create the perfect dark space for daytime sleeping, you’d likely be pretty upset with the outcome.
At Southwest Blinds, our designers evaluate more than just the size of your windows. They consider every aspect of your home, needs, and goals, including…
- Direction of the sun
- Household needs
- Household habits
- Room usage
This allows us to create the right solution that actually matches your lifestyle – not some cookie-cutter solution that only half-satisfies your needs.
Mistake #2: Misunderstanding Key
Window Covering Terms
When it comes to window coverings, a lot of words are thrown around and often used interchangeably – even when it’s wrong to do so. You’ve probably heard blackout, room-darkening, and light-filtering during your window covering search.
While similar, the difference is huge for you. And as mentioned, those descriptions often refer only to the fabric, not the overall effect on the room.
So, when you call Southwest Blinds, we make sure you understand exactly what each option offers. We don’t just describe them – we bring plenty of fabric samples to show you what each material looks like.
And if you’re interested in a complete blackout effect, we found a better mousetrap with a unique side channel system that eliminates light bleed.
Mistake #3: Relying On Online Shopping
Or Big-Box Window Covering Advice
There’s no doubt that online shopping has added an incredible level of convenience to our daily lives. But at the same time, it opens us up to a world of risk, especially when it comes to window coverings.
When you choose a window treatment online, you don’t really get to account for all the finer details like window size, mounting options, or your decor. Everything is based on a fancy photo.
If you get it wrong, returns are painful, and wrong measurements wreck your budget. Not to mention, when you order online, installations aren’t always supported.
We make the process simple and worry-free. We meticulously measure your windows to ensure the right fit for your new products.
And you’re guaranteed an exceptional installation by our team of industry-leading experts. We handle all the heavy lifting so you can sit back and relax.
Mistake #4: Purchasing From Undertrained
Window Covering Salespeople
Some companies send out inexperienced salespeople to handle their in-home consultations. This often results in the reps pushing products that are commission-heavy or trending in sales, not what’s truly best for you.
In the end, you could end up with something that doesn’t fit your preferences or function as you need it to.
We couldn’t see operating that way. So, every employee at Southwest Blinds & Shutters is trained in the customer experience. From start to finish, you get expert guidance.
Our designers and installers are focused on ensuring you get the products you need to improve your quality of life and better enjoy your home.
So, if you’re tired of wondering if you chose the right blinds for your home in Arizona and the Las Vegas Valley, reach out to the experts at Southwest Blinds & Shutters. Contact us today for a free in-home consultation.
