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Elevate Shades Now Available for Commercial Market

by Chuck Raible | April 1, 2026 | Architecture/Green Building, Solar Control & Window Shades | 0 Comments

Commercial clients are asking for shading solutions that deliver clean aesthetics, reliable performance, and long‑term value. For dealers and architects, that means finding products that not only look great on day one but continue performing without creating...

Bringing 2026 Color Trends to Life with Draper At Home

by Terry Coffey | March 25, 2026 | Draper At Home, Residential Technology, Solar Control & Window Shades | 0 Comments

Color forecasters and interior designers seem to agree: homeowners are moving away from cool minimalism and toward nature-inspired palettes that feel grounded, joyful, and familiar. 2026 is a year defined by richer neutrals, dustier jewel tones, earthy greens, and...

Versa Clarion Fixed Screen Delivers Strength, Economy, and Performance

by Jim Hoodlebrink | March 4, 2026 | Home Theatre, Houses of Worship, Pro AV Integration, Screen Technology | 0 Comments

There are three things required for fixed screens used in hospitality, education, and other applications: strength, performance, and economy. The new Versa Clarion fixed frame screen from Draper delivers all 3. Strength The Versa Clarion frame is constructed of 1-1/2...

Introducing Elevate, Our Next Gen Cordless Manual Shades!

by Clint Childress | February 4, 2026 | Solar Control & Window Shades | 0 Comments

It’s time to take the home manual shading experience to a new level. New Elevate shades from Draper At Home deliver the safety, durability, and performance your clients have been clamoring for. Cordless shades with one-touch operation are an increasingly popular...

Longwood Gardens: A Partnership in Innovation

by Terry Coffey | January 28, 2026 | Architecture/Green Building, Solar Control & Window Shades | 0 Comments

Custom Shading Systems Help Create a Unique Botanical Conservatory Experience. Even a garden filled with plants from hot climates can get overheated in a traditional glass house. Custom Draper shades are an integral part of this modern interpretation of the classic...

How Much Ambient Light Rejection is Enough?

by Terry Coffey | Jun 19, 2018 | Draper Updates, Home Theatre, Houses of Worship, International Update, Pro AV Integration, Rental & Staging, Screen Technology

No single projection screen viewing surface is the right solution for all applications. That includes ambient light-rejecting materials. At InfoComm 2018, we introduced our fourth and fifth ambient light rejection solutions. TecVision XH800X UST ALR is designed with...

Highlights from InfoComm 2018

by Terry Coffey | Jun 15, 2018 | Audiovisual Mounts & Structures, Digital Signage, Draper Updates, Home Theatre, Houses of Worship, International Update, Pro AV Integration, Rental & Staging, Screen Technology

InfoComm 2018 is in the books. Thank you to those who stopped by our booth to experience the “Draper you never knew.” For those of you who couldn’t make it, here’s what you missed: Award-winning innovation. A trade show like InfoComm is all about the innovation. We...

Which Volleyball System Do You Need?

by Terry Coffey | Jun 12, 2018 | Draper Updates, Gym Equipment

Including volleyball equipment in your athletic facility is a smart idea. Hosting events can be a moneymaker, and when no volleyball is scheduled, the posts and nets go into storage and floor sleeves are hidden away beneath cover plates. With adjustable-height posts,...

Wherever You Go, There We Are

by Terry Coffey | Jun 8, 2018 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates

There are several great online architectural communities where you can get design ideas, building and product news, and solutions. Draper can be found on many such sites, and since we’ve just joined probably the biggest such community in the world, here’s a reminder...

Last-Minute InfoComm 2018 Tips

by Terry Coffey | Jun 5, 2018 | Audiovisual Mounts & Structures, Draper Updates, Home Theatre, Houses of Worship, International Update, Pro AV Integration, Rental & Staging, Screen Technology

Want to get the most out of InfoComm 2018? Here is some last-minute advice that goes beyond just how to survive the event. We’ve already shared what to expect from us in this preview, but here are some tips, so you can get the most out of your time at InfoComm in Las...

Draper Takes Safety Seriously

by Terry Coffey | Jun 1, 2018 | Draper Updates

Workplace safety matters. With June being National Safety Month, we want to discuss how seriously we take the safety of our employees and the products we manufacture at Draper. “Safety is my passion and my sole interest is keeping employees safe, informed, and...

How Draper Makes Summer Entertaining Better

by Terry Coffey | May 29, 2018 | Draper Updates, Home Theatre, Pro AV Integration, Screen Technology, Solar Control & Window Shades

According to the calendar, summer won’t start for a little over three weeks. Culturally, though, the Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kickoff of summer in the United States. As thoughts turn to spending time outdoors, here are a few ways Draper can help make...

Draper Brings New Solutions to A’18

by Terry Coffey | May 25, 2018 | Architecture/Green Building, Audiovisual Mounts & Structures, Solar Control & Window Shades

The construction industry continually evolves as improved technologies develop and new ways of thinking emerge. Draper has embraced that evolution with innovative window coverings and new custom solar control solutions. As we increase our range of architectural...

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