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Woven wood blinds have been around for quite some time, but they have never really caught on in homes that are more traditionally decorated. It’s a bit confusing, because the styles the blinds come in could be right at home in almost any room, and the colors are earthen enough to go with any predominant colors.

They are a stylish but subtle alternative to the traditional window blind, but the best part is what they are made of. These days, the majority of the ones you see on store shelves are 100% natural, so they do qualify as being organic products. Most of the ones you can find will be made of materials such as bamboo or reeds, though some are made from specific types of grass. There are also such a variety of colors and densities in the woven wood blinds themselves, so you can find some that are as dark, light, or as colorful as you want.

Usually, styles that are made of wood are constructed of very small fibers and strands that are woven together. You can find more than that on store shelves today, many of which are thin and actually look like fabric. If you want, you can also find styles that are thicker than the norm. These kinds block out more sun light from the room and they are a bit more exotic-looking than those that are lighter. These can be slightly more expensive, but they also block out more light than the thinner styles. Both styles have their good points, so it depends on your personal tastes.

In most cases, woven wood blinds are more expensive than plastic varieties. Real woven blinds are not made of plastic. High-end woven blinds are often hand-made as well, which will raise the price for that irreplaceable human touch that furniture which is handcrafted gives off.

You can find these blinds at most stores that sell interior design supplies, but if you want to save some money take your search online and see what you can find. You will be able to find even more varieties online, and since there are so many online retailers you will be able to find some in any variety of price ranges.

If you are looking for that wood blind look but not the price, there are faux wood blinds available at many retailers as well. And you may find that many department stores offer faux wood instead of real. While they may not truly be wood, they do look the part. They will also not get damaged by humidity or extreme heat as easily as real wood either.

No matter which type you decide on, you will be able to find a huge variety that fits your preference and budget. Though traditional styles are what is usually thought of, look into other options and breach out, they come in some many shapes, sizes, and styles can fit into any room’s decor with ease.

November 6th, 2009 | Category: Cell Shades | Leave a comment

White colored faux wood blinds brackets and hardware included. Measures 57″ wide x 42″ long and slats are 2″ wide. Identical …

November 5th, 2009 | Category: Cell Shades | Leave a comment

There are many areas in a home where blinds must be durable and flexible. One also wants window blinds that fit the decor of the room where they will be place. Using vertical blinds in these areas and throughout a home can bring one privacy, durability, and flexibility.

The window blinds are an affordable option that can be selected in a style that matches the decor or a home. Vertical blinds are made from vinyl, fabric, and wood. These window blinds are made with a standard three and one-half inch vane.

When an individual is installing the window blinds they have several options. The track that holds the blind louvers can be placed inside a window frame. One may wish to place the track on the wall and use a head rail and valance to cover the track. Or if an individual wishes to elongate a room they can install the track on the ceiling in front of the window. The ceiling tracks allow one to use a more elaborate valance that is attached to the head rail using valance clips.

Many people who have windows that curve or are set at an angle find that the flexibility of vertical blinds allows them to give the windows throughout a room a unified look. Tracking can be installed in the shape of the curve so that not of the space in front of the window is blocked when the window blinds are closed.

The window blinds are very easy to clean. Most people use a damp sponge to clean the window blinds. If a person has their vertical blinds created from a designer fabric it’s important to check a small inconspicuous spot to make sure that the fabric will not fade when damp.

The convenience of replacing vanes makes the entire vertical blind very affordable for many people. One can replace a damaged louvers or vane without removing the entire blind. In areas where the window blinds receive a lot of use this provides the benefit of maintaining the blinds much easier.

Most people use vinyl vanes for vertical blinds that will be used to darken a room. These window blinds have a good energy efficiency rating. When they are set inside of a window they block most of the light. Many of these types of window blinds provide coverings and textured vinyl options in several colors so that the window blinds can match the decor of the room.

Vertical blinds made of faux wood are thick vinyl. These window blinds look like real wood and provide the same elegance of hardwood. However, they do not warp or split when they are used in areas that receive a lot of sunlight. The window blinds are very effective in rooms where one wants a rustic look or country feel in a room.

When considering vertical blinds for a home it is important to measure the window where the window blinds will be placed correctly. Having a professional measure the windows or getting specific details on the way to measure will save time and money. Many of the vertical blinds are cut to order and it is very important that they hang properly when installed.

November 3rd, 2009 | Category: Cell Shades | Leave a comment

So, I’m reading this new book I just received, The Art of SEO and right at the beginning it’s got a very nice layout of how search engine users (our customers / your customers) think. So, it gave me the idea for this article. You can say this article was inspired by the book.

When you, or I or anyone goes to the Internet, the intentions that we have are different, depending on multiple factors. The factors involved are varied depending on the overall intention of the search.

Hmm - you’re probably wondering “What the heck is she saying?” Well, let’s see if I can explain.

Let’s say Sally intends to purchase new window treatments for her kitchen.

That would be the overall intention - the goal.

Her first set of queries into a search engine would be something like…

“kitchen window curtains”
“window treatments for kitchens”
“which curtains are best for kitchens”

These keyword phrases make up the first set of queries which can also be called “Informational Queries”.

In other words, Sally is looking for information as she begins her quest for new window treatments for her kitchen. Once she has some information she may decide that she doesn’t want curtains, instead, from what she’s read in her search, she would prefer blinds so her next set of queries become more focused…

“window blinds 52 inches”
“wooden window blinds”
“bamboo window blinds”

This second set of queries can be called “Shopping Queries”

In other words, Sally is now beginning the shopping phase to complete her main intent of obtaining new window treatments for her kitchen. The keyword phrases used during the shopping phase are more specific to size, colour, style, etc. This second stage gives Sally enough information that she is now deciding between wooden blinds and vinyl blinds for her window.

This takes Sally to the third set of queries which can be called “Decision Queries”.

The keyword phrases used in this third set are meant to help the search engine user make an decision as to either which product to purchase and/or from where to purchase it. The decision of which type of window blind to get would be different for each user. Some users value the quality of the product, others require a quick shipping time, others need a low price. Let’s say Sally needs these blinds on her windows in 2 days - after all, she’s having that big dinner party and she wants the kitchen windows to be dressed up.

So, Sally’s next set of search engine keyword phrases (in this decision phase) could look something like this…

“wooden window blinds” + “overnight shipping”
“vinyl window blinds” + “overnight shipping”

Her results narrow the search down to 3 vendors who carry the products she wants and provide overnight shipping.

The fourth and final set of queries can be called “Transactional Queries”.

This is where an action takes place. Either the items are purchased, or a form is filled out requesting more information, a call is made, a map is printed, etc. The search engine user takes an action as a result of finding the website page.

Which website would Sally choose? Well, she does like to think of herself as frugal so price will be her next set of values. As she reviews the 3 websites that she’s found she compares the prices of each one and their shipping fees. Since all three carry the same products and can ship them within the same time frame, the only variable will be the price.

Sally makes her choice, completes the form and purchases the blinds.

One factor Sally may have noticed as she went through this process is that some websites (or maybe just one) kept coming up for each set of queries that she made.

When she made her “Informational Queries” she saw the website “ABCWindowTreatments.com” (I made that up) and noticed that they had a questionnaire created by a window designer to help her decide what type of window treatments work in different areas.

When she made her “Shopping Queries” she noticed the same website came up with easy to read lists of styles and colours and sizes and even some charts on how to measure a window for window treatment. That was helpful.

When she made her “Decision Queries”, again she saw the same website come up with the overnight shipping that she required.

So, when she made her “Transactional Queries” and based it on price, guess what, she didn’t choose the cheapest priced website, why? Because the website that she kept seeing over and over again earned her trust. She felt comfortable with them after having seen them every time she made a query.

So, how many of your customers are like Sally? Does your website attend to each one of their query stages? If not, why not?

November 2nd, 2009 | Category: Cell Shades | Leave a comment