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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...

New Instruction Videos for Child-Safe Tensioned Hold Down Device

by Terry Coffey | Jun 5, 2024 | Solar Control & Window Shades

As you likely know by now, the latest ANSI standard for child safety and window coverings took effect June 1, 2024. ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2022 requires all custom window shades with bead chain operators to have a tensioned hold down device permanently attached to the...

Thanks for a Great 25 Years Jeff!

by Lee Denhart | May 30, 2024 | Draper Updates

Today is the last day at Draper for Jeff Miller, our Director of Architectural Shading Solutions. After a very successful 25 years with us he’s decided to retire. Many of you have probably worked with him at some time or another. He has been a key part of the Draper...

Elevate Your Experience with Draper at InfoComm 2024!

by Terry Coffey | May 22, 2024 | Audiovisual Mounts & Structures, Draper Updates, Pro AV Integration, Screen Technology

Draper® is dedicated to helping you elevate your customers’ AV experience. In fact, that’s our theme at InfoComm 2024, coming up next month in Las Vegas! Here’s a look at what you can expect to find in booth W1001: Elevate Your StyleThe latest fixed frame projection...

Draper Adds Commercial Sales Account Representatives

by Pat Herron | May 15, 2024 | Architecture/Green Building, Gym Equipment, Solar Control & Window Shades

Draper has added two Commercial Sales Account Representatives for window shades and gym equipment. John Hutson will be responsible for the Draper dealer network in the southeastern United States. John has been with Draper since 1995, holding various positions in...

New Cassette Shade Now Available!

by Clint Childress | May 1, 2024 | Draper At Home, Solar Control & Window Shades

Draper at Home is expanding its FlexStyle™ line of residential motorized roller shades to include a cassette version. The FlexStyle Cassette is available with curved or square profile. It can be wrapped in fabric to match the shade panel, in a textured Antique Bronze...

Updated Window Coverings Child Safety Standard Coming Soon

by Terry Coffey | Apr 17, 2024 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper At Home, Solar Control & Window Shades

An updated version of the child safety standard for window coverings – ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2022 takes effect June 1, 2024. This standard, while voluntary, is being followed by every window covering manufacturer as a way to ensure the safety of window coverings with chain...

Laser Projectors and Screen Surfaces

by Terry Coffey | Apr 10, 2024 | Screen Technology

Have you ever noticed something a bit off when using a laser projector with some projection screens? In the following article, Draper AV Consultant Relations Manager Steve Cook addresses concerns over laser projection, and outlines what screens work best. There have...

New Fixed Frame Projection Screen Available to Order

by Terry Coffey | Apr 3, 2024 | Home Theatre, Pro AV Integration, Residential Technology, Screen Technology

The latest fixed frame projection screen from Draper offers the performance of multiple screen types in a single flexible screen model that comes packed with features and is easy to order. The StyleLine Fixed Screen is available up to 12 feet wide with two bezel trim...

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