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How Much Do Window Coverings Cost?

Follow along as we explain the average cost you can expect to pay for various types of window coverings, and provide tips to help you make the for your home and wallet.

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What are Window Coverings? A Comprehensive Guide

In this comprehensive guide, learn what window coverings are, the different types available, and practical tips for choosing them.

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How Window Treatments Can Enhance Your Home Theater 

In this blog, find out how drapes and valences can do more than provide shade but make your home theater significantly more functional.

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Form, Function, and Foliage: Designing with Nature in Mind

Find out how we recently helped one of our clients choose fabric for their retractable awnings that would blend in with their forest canopy.

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Installing Window Shades: A Step-by-Step Guide

In this step-by-step guide, follow along as we walk you through how to install new window shades from preparation to completion, so that you can achieve the perfect look.

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Maintenance & Cleaning Tips for Window Shades

Follow along as share general maintenance guidelines and specific tips for cleaning various shade materials and styles, so that you can know how to clean and care for your shades properly. 

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Window Shade Fabrics & Materials: A Comparison

In this blog, follow us as we dive into the world of window shade materials, and compare their durability, light-filtering properties, and basic maintenance requirements.

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Best Window Treatments of 2023: Hartley Wins in Sonoma County!

We're thrilled to have received the coveted "Best Window Treatments" award in The Press Democrat's annual "Best of Sonoma County 2023" awards. Learn more about it in this short blog.

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The Benefits of Interior Window Shades

Follow along as we explore the wide ranging benefits of interior window shades and explore why they may be an excellent choice for your home.

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A Guide to the Different Types of Window Shades

Follow along as we explore the various types of window shades and discuss their features and benefits, and other considerations for choosing them.

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Shade Screens vs Insulated Window Coverings: What’s the Difference?

In this blog, join us as we compare two of our most popular types of window coverings – shade screens and insulated window coverings – so that you can choose which one is best for you home.

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A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Blinds for Your Home

In this blog, follow along as we discuss the various types of blinds and the benefits of each, so that you can choose the perfect blinds for your home.

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How Solar Screen Shades Beat the Heat

In this informative post, learn how solar screen shades block heat and other types of light and why they’re a terrific way to beat the heat and keep your home comfortable year-round.

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A Guide To Battery Powered Window Shades

At Hartley Window Coverings, we’re proud to offer a wide-variety of battery powered shades from Lutron, Somfy, and Hunter Douglas—with an endless assortment of shade styles to choose from.

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Factors To Consider When Buying Interior Window Shades

In this short blog, follow along as we explain what factors you should consider when choosing interior window shades for your unique living situation.

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How Exterior Shades Can Help You Save Energy

In this informative post, learn the science behind why exterior shades can outperform interior ones, and find out why you may want to reconsider what products you use to shade your home.

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4 Exterior Shade Solutions to Beat The Summer Heat

There are many different types of exterior shade solutions designed to shade your home and keep you comfortable. Learn about a few of them in this informative post. 

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Energy Efficient Window Treatments for Summer near Santa Rosa, CA

Read to learn about our recommendations for energy efficient window treatments perfect for beating the heat this summer near Santa Rosa, California.

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Signs You Should Upgrade Your Window Blinds near Santa Rosa, CA

Read to discover our reliable tips for deciding when to upgrade your window blinds, drapes, featuring wood blinds, cell shades near Santa Rosa, California.

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Choosing Minimalistic Window Treatment near Santa Rosa, CA

Learn how you can incorporate minimalistic window treatment into your home, featuring woven wood shades, privacy sheers, blinds near Santa Rosa, California.

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Save Energy in Style with Honeycomb Shades near Santa Rosa, CA

Learn how you can add value to your home with stunning honeycomb shades, blackout shades for energy efficiency, motorized shades near Santa Rosa, California.

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Tips for Layering Your Window Treatments near Santa Rosa, CA

Learn our favorite tricks for emphasizing your drapes, blinds, popular window treatments, wood blinds using layering techniques, near Santa Rosa, California.

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Add Warmth with Wooden Home Accents near Santa Rosa, CA

Learn how you can enhance your home’s atmosphere with wooden home accents and wooden window treatments, featuring shutters near Santa Rosa, California (CA).

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The Best Shades for Your Entire Home near Santa Rosa, CA

Learn about stunning shades, motorized shades perfect for every room in your home, featuring roller shades, blackout shades near Santa Rosa, California.

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Energy Efficient Shades to Save Money for Homes near Santa Rosa, CA

Energy efficient shades to save money for homes near Santa Rosa, California like Solera® Soft Shades, Duette® Honeycomb Shades, and Sonnette® Cellular Shades.

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