I hear this complaint a lot: you pull your shades down for privacy, and the room goes dark with them. Top down bottom up shades fix that specific problem. Â This actually comes up quite often in consultation. Â This is especially an issue for living rooms and breakfast...
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When to Skip Drapery: The Best Alternatives for Function and Style
Drapery isn't always the answer,and knowing your drapery alternatives can save you from forcing a look that fights your space. Soft fabric panels framing a window can finish a room, add warmth, and bring in color and texture that hard treatments simply can't. But...
Your Ultimate Window Treatment Guide: How Our Lookbook Simplifies Choosing Shades & Drapery in Keller and Beyond
Choosing window treatments for your Keller home can feel overwhelming since it’s a rare decision.  At Made in the Shade, we understand that the terminology and variety of options can be confusing. That’s why we created a comprehensive lookbook to guide you through the...
Simple Checklist to the Perfect New Window Treatments by Room
So, you’re building or remodeling and looking for new window treatments in Argyle, Roanoke, Keller and surrounding areas!  Choose treatments that fit your home and your needs. When new home buyers ask me about window covering options, I tell them their window...
4 Significant Benefits of Layering Window Treatments in Your Home
If you’re thinking about layered window treatments, you’re likely after a multi-dimensional look that offers greater functionality. There are many benefits of layering window treatments.  Learning how to layer window treatments to achieve a look you love with the...
Why the Psychology of Color Matters (Even in Your Window Treatments)
The psychology of color in window treatments is important to understand when designing a space.  The color of a space can have a considerable impact. You want your home to be warm and welcoming. Bright, warm colors (reds, oranges, yellows) stimulate energy and...
3 Patio Door Treatments to Keep the Heat Out & the Sunshine Streaming In
We want to share the three best patio door treatments for privacy and style because many homes today have large sliding glass doors that offer great views and convenient access to outdoor spaces. I think they look even more polished when covered. Plus, covering them...
Pro Tips for Cleaning Every Type of Window Treatment
We want to share a few pro tips for cleaning every type of window treatment. Â How often you clean your window treatments depends on their material and how quickly dust accumulates in your home. Regular maintenance is crucial in preventing excessive dirt accumulation...
Our 5 Favorite Energy-Efficient Window Treatments
While windows allow sunlight, they also bring in heat and cold air, impacting comfort and energy bills.  Here are the pros and cons of 5 favorite energy-efficient window treatments. Option #1: Consistent Cellular Shades Cellular shades are known for their unique...
Transforming a Client’s Home with Custom Window Treatments – Our Process
Transforming a client's home is what I live for. Â I wanted to share a recent window treatment project with you. My clients built their dream house twice. Eighteen months after completing their home, a tornado destroyed it. Â They replaced their custom door, but it just...
3 Important Things You Can Do to Prepare for Your Consultation
What are some important things you can do to prepare for your consultation?  You may have started window treatment shopping and realized you have options. You can go to a big box store and pick shades off a wall, take them home, and hope for the best—or you can have...
5 Beautiful Window Treatments That Won’t Block Your Views
Our little area of North Texas has some amazing vistas. Enjoying the landscapes as I drive to and from my clients’ homes is one of the best things about my job. Often, I visit homes with breathtaking views of Lake Lewisville or private pastures graced by the...











