So This Is Christmas

Merry Christmas is such an infectious feeling I like to feel that way all year around.

So if you are visiting just before Christmas, just after Christmas or even here on Christmas day I am sure you will find something of interest for you and in the spirit of Christmas.

It may be said that Christmas is no longer a celebration but this must be spoken by people that have never had trouble closing their eyes on Christmas Eve in an expectation of what maybe left for them on the carpet under the tree.

I continue to look forward to the surprise on my Grandchild's faces to this day at Christmas events.

Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas

Saturday, October 24, 2009

Window Covering Shopping - Cutting Costs

By Colin Rolando

In these financially troubling times, purchasing blinds can be a daunting task, but you can save a lot of money by shopping online. Online stores are always a lot cheaper than a normal retail shop, even when you add on the extra expense of shipping. I urge you to compare the prices of blinds in the shops against the prices online, and you will see that shopping online is a much more cost effective choice.

It's incredible that so many people don't even consider buying their window treatments online. Online stores have a lot less overheads than your traditional retail shop, and range of choice is a hundred times better than what you will find at any store.

Of course, if you are going to use the Internet to purchase your blinds, you're going to need to install them yourself. You needn't be put off by this prospect, however. Blinds are very easy to install, and you probably already have all the tools you will need to get the job done.

Most online stores will supply all the brackets, screws and other bits and bobs that you need to get up and running. Along with these items, you should be given a set of instructions that you can easily follow to get the job done. Measuring your windows before purchasing is of great importance, and many of the online stores will also provide you with instructions on how to do this properly, to ensure that you end up with a blind that is going to fit properly.

The type of blind you choose will depend on a few different factors. The most important factor, is of course your own personal tastes. If you are not happy with your purchase, then you are not going to be comfortable in your own home. Make sure that the blinds you choose match the decor of your house.

The dimensions of your window also play an important role in your choice. The size of your blinds should be directly proportionate to the size of your window. Sliding glass doors and larger windows will usually benefit from having a thicker style slat covering them.

For the little windows that you find in bathrooms and kitchens, you would be better off choosing a mini blind solution, otherwise known as venetian blinds. There are a few different mechanisms available for operating your blinds, such as cords, poles or motorized mechanisms, and this is something else you will need to decide upon.

Another important decision is the material that you will choose for your blind, as there are quite a few different types you can choose. Out of all the materials out there, wood is the one that has stood the test of time, but a little care needs to be taken with wood. Your wooden blinds should be properly treated to ensure that they are able to withstand moist or extremely dry conditions.

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