by Terry Coffey | Oct 18, 2021 | Did You Know?
Window shades are great multitaskers. Shades reduce glare and solar heat gain. They stop light pollution and provide privacy. Plus, they look great in the window! But did you know window shades can do even more? In this edition of “Did You Know?” let’s cover...
by Terry Coffey | Sep 27, 2021 | Did You Know?, Solar Control & Window Shades
When planning for window shades in areas where children will be present, safety must be considered. Shades with closed loops like bead chain clutch shades can create a choking hazard. ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2018 is the safety standard for window coverings with operable...
by Terry Coffey | Sep 15, 2021 | Draper At Home, Home Theatre, Residential Technology
If there was one overwhelming message Draper® heard at last week’s CEDIA Expo 2021, it was “welcome home!” After a few years away, Draper returned to CEDIA with the Draper At Home collection of motorized shades for the home. Attendance was down from the most recent...
by Terry Coffey | Sep 8, 2021 | Solar Control & Window Shades
Continuous improvement is just that: an ongoing process to make all aspects of your business better. Better for you, and for your customers. We take that concept seriously. In fact, that core belief is behind some changes to the Clutch-Operated FlexShade® NEXD roller...
by Terry Coffey | Aug 11, 2021 | Architecture/Green Building, Solar Control & Window Shades
In both commercial and residential construction sustainability is a big part of the conversation. Customers want their buildings to have a reduced environmental impact during construction and throughout their life cycle. Window shades can contribute to this effort in...