At first glance, cellular and pleated shades look pretty similar. They’re both constructed from pleated fabrics; some are woven and some are not woven. Both are typically sold as what we in the industry call “top down, bottom up” shades, which means they can be raised, lowered,
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Here at Strickland’s Blinds, Shades & Shutters, our day-to-day business may not involve runways or cover models, but we are connected to fashion of the highest order. Consider this: Stylish window shades are like that one accessory that makes an outfit memorable. (Think Sinatra’s fedora, Audrey Hepburn’s
Read more →It’s safe to say that our society is a bit obsessed with the humble honeybee. And why not? After all, our dinner depends on their ability to pollinate our crops. Besides this very practical application, honeybees strike a deep emotional cord with many people. Throughout the centuries
Read more →While blinds and shades provide beautiful, functional ways to cover your windows and doors, keeping them clean can be a chore—literally! Most people approach the job with a resigned sigh, if they approach it at all. Think about it—when was the last time you cleaned your blinds
Read more →Cellular & Pleated Shades One of the largest categories of window coverings is shades, and in that category, cellular and pleated shades offer the greatest number of options for consumers. Both cellular shades and pleated shades are constructed out of fabrics, some non-woven and some woven. Cellular
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