The mountain views from your Colorado Springs home are hard to beat, but the afternoon sun can quickly become a problem as strong UV rays fade furniture and raise indoor temperatures. The right blinds in Colorado Springs can make all the difference, offering light...
Window Treatments | Blogs
If you’re looking for fresh ideas to enhance your home’s style and functionality, the blogs at Made in the Shade Colorado Springs are the perfect starting point. These articles are designed to inspire and guide you as you explore the many possibilities for transforming your space with custom window treatments. Whether you’re aiming to create a cozy retreat, elevate your home’s elegance, or improve energy efficiency, the blog provides a wealth of ideas tailored to a variety of styles and needs. You’ll discover insights into the latest design trends, practical tips for maintaining your window coverings, and creative ways to maximize natural light or enhance privacy. Dive in and let these resources help you envision a space that perfectly reflects your style and meets your unique needs.
Why Your Old Blinds Are Costing You Money Every Month
That monthly utility bill keeps climbing, and you're wondering where all your energy dollars are disappearing. Your fifteen-year-old mini blinds might look fine hanging there, but they're silently letting money slip through your windows every day. Let Made in the...
Honeycomb Shades: The Cure for Rising Energy Bills
Picture this: you walk into your living room on a sweltering July afternoon, and despite your air conditioner running at full blast, the room feels like an oven. Your monthly energy bill arrives, and you nearly choke on your coffee. Sound familiar? Your windows could...
Everything You Need to Know About Zebra Blinds
"The right window treatment doesn’t just cover a window, it shapes how you live in the space.” - Nate Berkus Modern window treatments don’t get much smarter than zebra blinds. At Made in the Shade Colorado Springs, we bring style and precision to your windows. Our...
Window Treatments for Bay Windows: Smart, Stylish, and Custom-Fit for Your Home
“Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.” — Steve Jobs Bay windows bring beauty, light, and space to your home. But they also come with a challenge—finding window treatments for bay windows that actually work. At Made in the Shade...
Basement Window Shades: Smart Solutions for Light, Privacy, and Style
“Light is the first element of design; without it, there is no color, form, or texture.” — Thomas E. Farin Basements aren’t what they used to be. No longer dark, cold storage zones, many Colorado Springs homeowners are upgrading their lower levels into home gyms,...
Wood vs. Faux Wood Blinds
"Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak." — Rachel Zoe Let’s face it: window treatments can make or break a room. And when it comes to blinds, there’s one question we hear more than any other—wood vs. faux wood blinds? It’s a decision that seems...
Pleated Shades vs. Cellular Shades
Pleated Shades vs. Cellular Shades in Colorado Springs: Which Is Better for Your Home? “I like to layer window treatments for dimension and texture,” says designer Jonathan Adler. Architectural Digest explains that layered window treatments can offer better function...
Best Blinds for Sliding Glass Doors
"The details are not the details. They make the design.” — Charles Eames Sliding glass doors are workhorses. They open up your living space. Let in the Colorado sun. Bring the outdoors in. But when it comes to covering them, that’s where the challenge begins. Standard...
Modern Farmhouse Window Treatments
Modern farmhouses are more than a trend — it’s a lifestyle. It blends rustic charm with clean, modern lines. When it comes to window treatments, choosing the right look is essential. Your windows do more than let in light. They set the tone for your entire space....
The Best Material for Plantation Shutters: A Clear Guide for Colorado Springs Homes
"Quality means doing it right when no one is looking." — Henry Ford When it comes to plantation shutters, quality isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity. Especially here in Colorado Springs, where blazing sun, dry air, and wide temperature swings are part of everyday life....
Do Blinds Add Value to a Home? Here’s the Straight Talk.
"Buyers decide within the first eight seconds of seeing a home if they're interested in buying it." – Barbara Corcoran. Eight seconds. That’s all it takes.Before buyers see the kitchen.Before they even step into the bedrooms. First impressions matter more than...
 
				 











