Wish it was easier to get a good night’s sleep? Consider blackout shades! The term ‘sleep hygiene’ refers to your system for getting a good night’s sleep. From your sleeping environment to your daily routines, proper sleep hygiene can promote consistent, uninterrupted sleep. Consider factors like a steady sleep schedule, caffeine consumption, exercise, a pre-bed routine and keeping your bedroom comfortable and free of disruptions in your sleep hygiene plan. Taking note of your sleep hygiene and taking steps to improve it is one of the best ways to set yourself up for better sleep. After payi ..read more

Your choice of window treatments has a large impact on your home’s energy efficiency. As much as 30% of your home’s heating and cooling energy is lost through your home’s windows, which has a dramatic effect on your home comfort, energy bills and even the environment. Energy-efficient window blinds and shades help to provide insulation, control solar heat gain and can even use natural light to reduce your need for electric light, all of which save energy. How Window Coverings Provide Insulation During the winter months, Canadian homes are always colder around the window because glass al ..read more

One of the most popular and innovative features in the blind industry is motorization. Offering exceptional convenience, motorized blinds can open & close or raise and lower at the touch of a button. Some can even connect to an automated home system or app, enabling you to control them from an Alexa-type device or your phone. Motorized blinds offer numerous benefits including safety, convenience and they also offer energy savings. They are a great way to improve home security, making it appear that you are home, even when far away on vacation. Much like your television’s remote contr ..read more

Plantation Shutters by Hunter Douglas For decades, vertical blinds have been the standard for sliding glass doors. After all, these widely-used window coverings offer the functionality you need. Sliding glass doors, usually leading to a deck or patio, see plenty of traffic, and the side-to-side movement of vertical blinds allow easy access. They even allow enough wiggle room to sneak the dog in and out without having to open them. Fast forward to 2022, and there are numerous other options available when choosing window coverings for sliding glass doors. Today’s window treatments are flexi ..read more

Motorized blinds are taking the world by storm! Thanks to the breathtaking speed of innovation, it seems like every part of our home is becoming automated, right down to our window coverings. If you haven’t caught on to all the advantages offered by motorized blinds, we’ve got a few that are sure to convince you. Great Reasons to Upgrade to Motorized Window Blinds Motorized Blinds Can Protect Your Furnishings, Carpet and Décor from the Sun – Motorization makes it possible to close your blinds when the sun’s damaging rays are streaming through a particular window, protecting your furni ..read more

Whether it be blinds, drapes, or shades, window coverings are the finishing piece of a room’s décor, the element that brings a look together. We’ve dug deep, interviewed designers and experts and asked them to share with us the biggest window treatment trends of 2022. Like clothing, cars and home furnishings, décor trends come and go. Without a little professional guidance, determining which trends are here to stay and which are on their way out can be tricky. The design experts at Preston Blinds are happy to offer you the expert advice you’re looking for; and guide you through which trends ..read more

Advantages of Custom-Fit Blinds and Shades There are a variety of advantages to be had when you choose custom-fit blinds and shades for your home. Whether you choose custom fit blinds or custom fit shades, you’ll enjoy numerous benefits, while decorating your home with modern and stylish window coverings. From incredible motorization and automation systems to exclusive materials, there are many reasons why choosing custom shades is the right way to go. Here are just a few of the many benefits of custom fit blinds and shades: Endless Colour and Design Options – There is only so much floor ..read more

Custom window treatments enhance the décor of the home but many people aren’t quite sure how to clean them properly, letting them accumulate dust and dirt. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to clean your blinds shades, shutters and draperies so they can continue to look their best while extending their lifespan. How Often to Clean Your Window Coverings How often you should clean your window coverings will depend on your lifestyle and preference. If you have small children with sticky fingers, shedding animals, smokers or allergy sufferers in your home, you’ll want to clean your blinds, shades ..read more

When choosing the right window coverings for your home, it can be difficult to visualize them in your space. Even more difficult is getting the measurements precisely right. Fortunately, Preston Blinds is there for you when you are considering custom window coverings, offering complimentary in-home consultations. There are numerous advantages to be enjoyed when scheduling an in-home consultation with Preston Blinds. Here are just a few that you can expect to enjoy: Convenience – Book an appointment when it’s convenient for you. When you book a free consultation with one of our design cons ..read more