Proper Planning...
A pitfall more and more people are falling into with their new construction and renovation projects, is not having an allowance in place for their window treatments. Nearing the end of their projects, they suddenly realize, 'hey, it's time to think about what I am going to put up at the windows for privacy and/ or light control' but discover they have very little money left over to purchase what they truly want.
That is why it is so important to include your shutter, shades or blinds in your initial building and renovating budget. That way, you won't have to end up settling for something you don't want, something that won't last or maybe nothing at all (can you say redi-shades?).
The next logical question is, 'how do I go about deciding how much to allow for my treatments?' Simple...
Research, research, research... The early stages of your project is the perfect time to begin looking into the various products on the market, the options available and, of course, price. Really, to leave all that (especially price shopping) until the very last minute is asking for a lot of wasted effort and frustration.
For example, if you decide on plantations shutters for your home... it is imperative that you know from the get-go that your are considering a window treatment on the highest end of the price spectrum. They don't call shutters 'furniture for your windows' for nothing!
Based on the pricing you receive, you can then go about determining room by room, or even window by window, what you would like to spend versus what you can
afford to spend.
The best place to start is with a window treatment specialist. And no, we are not talking about going to your local do-it-yourself store and talking with whoever happens to working in that department that particular day. Chances are, they really have no clue about what they are selling, cannot answer any of your questions and will have to hand your order off to someone else to complete anyway. I have heard horror story after horror story of what happens from that point on!
The kind of specialist I am referring to is a professional who has the knowledge necessary to lead you in the right direction based on your needs as well as budget. They have actually taken the time to study the products. They have a working knowledge of it's operation. They have actually installed the products themselves. They may even have the treatments in their own homes and can testify firsthand to their worth!
Interior VUES will visit you in your home or place of business to help access your needs and will always remain aware of the allowance you have set in assisting you to select just the right treatments! Call or email for an appointment... (252) 339-3164 nick@interiorvues.com
You are cordially invited to come to an informative seminar presented by Interior VUES, along with Leslie Watson-Leake of Decorating by Leslie, at the 2009 Swimme and Son Open House!
