Sometimes those beautiful drapes from 30 years ago have simply reached retirement age.
These lined linen drapes were beautifully made, but years of sunlight and daily use had taken their toll. As the homeowner prepared her home for resale, she chose simple solar shades as a replacement. The result? The room immediately felt brighter, larger, and more current.
The “man cave” is often overlooked because all the attention goes to the TV. At first glance, this striped Roman shade looked perfectly fine. The problem appeared when someone tried to raise it.
The shade was made using an older lift system that is no longer used — and for good reasons. Instead of lifting evenly, the fabric collapsed into a crumpled mess. The exposed cords on the side are also part of an older cord-lock system that is no longer permitted on many new window coverings.
Today’s Roman shades operate smoothly, lift evenly, and stack neatly at the top. Many can be cordless, making them safer, easier to use, and far more attractive.
If your window treatments are showing their age, don’t worry — we’ve seen worse.
Mix offers complimentary one-hour in-home consultations, including design advice, samples, measurements, and pricing. To schedule an appointment, contact Pat Benson at 510-559-3229 or visit mixmontclair.com.
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