Monthly Archives: March 2013

If you aren't already thinking about dusting your wood blinds, mirrors and wall art, you may want to begin coming up with a cleaning plan prior to spring. Once winter fades away, your house will likely benefit from a good top-to-bottom cleaning session that restores all of your furnishings to a like-new state. Even if you aren't fond of getting out your broom and vacuum, there are a few ways you can make the spring overhaul easier. Here are some tips on how to take care of everything from your custom window shades to your carpeting before flowers start to bloom.

Don't underestimate rubber squeegees
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Discount window treatments are necessary in your home, but the fact of the matter is that they need to be utilized carefully when there is a child in the family. Young children can often find themselves entangled in the cords of blinds if you don't keep an eye on them. That being said, how do you incorporate items such as wood blinds into your little one's bedroom without posing a safety hazard?�

Making window treatments safe around children
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