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Light Control That Fits Your Home & Lifestyle

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Do you dream of the perfect atmosphere? Are you trying to start the New Year off right–saving money, finding smart ways to invest in your home? We’ve got some incredible offers for you. Controlling the light in your home will provide you with the perfect environment, specific to each room in your home, meeting your lifestyle needs. The goal is to choose the right window shades that meet those unique needs! We’ve got three operating styles to introduce you to–you get to decide the type of control that fits your home and lifestyle. As an added benefit, in addition to the amazing function of these window shades, we have beautiful fabrics, colors and textures to bring sophisticated design to your space.

Window Shades: Like a Dimmer

window shades levels of lightAdjustment. Levels of light control. Like the dimmer on a light fixture, you decide how much light you want and what type of atmosphere you want to create, depending on circumstance and time of day. Many of these window shades offer the versatility for an extensive range of options, from maximum view-through to room-darkening. Especially for rooms that are used throughout the day, window shades that function with levels of lighting allow you to be comfortable no matter what your needs are. This month, we are offering some exclusive savings on window shades that will help you control the light in ways you just have to see to believe!

Window Shades: Like a Light Switch

window shades light switchIt’s as simple as on/off. It’s quick, and it gives you exactly what you need–light or dark. Perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms and specialty spaces, the window coverings we describe as having ‘light switch’ operation feature simple function and guaranteed results. A gentle gesture opens these window shades, letting in the light of day and views of the outside world. Closing them means quiet darkness and privacy. You can also upgrade these shades with features like top-down, bottom up for increased light control and adjustment to meet the custom needs of your home. During the month of January, we are offering incredible savings when you choose to add these window shades to your home.

Motorized Window Shades: The Ultimate Control

powerview solera window shadesInstantaneous. Intuitive. Our PowerView motorized window shades put the control of your shades into the palm of your hand. Use the PowerView Pebble remote, or the PowerView App on your favorite device, and be amazed by the ease and convenience of automated window shades. Whether you choose window shades that act like a light switch, or those that provide levels of light, like with a dimmer, you’ll create the ideal atmosphere for the rooms in your home. With the ability to control your window shades from across the room, or across the country, your home will feature the right amount of light, privacy and energy efficiency–at all times. It’s easy to schedule your window shades to adjust, open and close, and you can save your favorite settings in the Scene Selector to make sure the perfect atmosphere is as instantaneous as you need it to be! This month, get a free remote with your purchase of two motorized window shades.

Putting the control back in your life–is there a better way to start the New Year? We are so sure you’re going to love the light, privacy and energy efficient control of our window shades, we have some amazing deals for you. Visit our promotions page to see these exclusive offers. We will come to you for a free, in-home consultation, and help guide you to decide what kind of control best suits your home and your lifestyle. Contact our team, at Metropolitan Window Fashions, today!

 

An Energy Efficient Home: Tips & Tricks for You

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With the brisk chill in the air, we can’t help but deny the truth. Winter is coming. It’s November, and if you’ve procrastinated–like I have–your home may not be as winter-ready as you’d like. We could blame it on the beautiful, seemingly rare, extended autumn we’ve seen here in the east–I did just plant tulips this past weekend–but it’s probably just human nature to put off preparing for the inevitable. It also may seem a bit daunting to tackle tasks we only do once or twice a year. At Metropolitan Window Fashions, we want to make this time of year easier for you. We have some tips, tricks and a few great resources for you, as you try to create and energy efficient home–or at least increase the kind of warmth and coziness you’re going to love in the midst of the coming winter.

 

Pull out those sweaters–and other ways to stay warm.

Did you know that a light sweater can save 1-2% on your heating bill, and a heavy one can save 3-4%? A sweater, or even a scarf, will let you keep the temperature of your home slightly cooler without feeling cold. Make yourself a cup of coffee, light a fire, get those cozy blankets out of the closet, and know you are starting a trend for a more energy efficient home. Talk about energy savings that you can feel! Here are some other ways you can increase the energy efficiency in your home.

Reverse Your Fan.

energy efficient homeDo yourself a favor–lie down under your ceiling fan. Is it turning counter-clockwise? That’s the summer setting, and you should be able to feel the breeze. Now flip the little switch on the side of the fan to make it go clockwise for a more energy efficient home. Remember when you learned that hot air rises? You want all the hot air moving around the room, so the key is to adjust your fan–simply at the lowest settings–to get that air moving, not just stuck up at ceiling height.

Bring Technology Into the Mix.

energy efficient homeWe live in a smart world. And making an energy efficient home can be as easy as the push of a button with the latest devices. The Nest thermostat is in its third generation, and the intuitive technology even adjusts your preferences as the season’s change. Speaking of transforming your home with intelligence that goes beyond simple motorization…PowerView automated window shades will bring incredible savings, offering you the energy efficient home you are dreaming of. With the capability to set programmable scenes and schedules that meet your lifestyle, it’s like having a personal assistant to take care of the atmosphere of your home this winter.

Cozy It Up. 

energy efficient homeAir is constantly moving, and when the warm air in your home brushes up against the cool air right outside your windows, the temperature inside your home drops. Insulation at the window is key to keeping the temperature consistent and cozy. You don’t need new windows–it’s a huge investment, and we’re here to tell you, it probably won’t give you the results you are looking for. Cellular technology is the answer to an energy efficient home. The honeycomb design of Duette shades provides amazing insulation. The warm air of your home is trapped in pockets that protect against the cold of winter. No more draft, no more money just flying out the…window. And the style is amazing. With fabrics and materials that will add sophistication and elegance, you can’t go wrong. And our Season of Style Sale is on right now with incredible savings for you.

 

The beauty of your landscape will be a dynamic backdrop this winter. Have you thought about adding custom drapes or top treatments to your windows for style and function? The fabric choices will add sophistication and luxury to your home, while the light control, UV protection and privacy will completely transform the space. Right now, at Metropolitan Window Fashions, we are offering promotions that will have your windows looking spectacular this season, while your energy efficient home boasts consistent, comfortable temperatures. From special savings on the beauty of Fabricut Fabrics, to amazing sales and rebates off of our most popular window shades, you will be saving money while enjoying the warmth of your home. Contact our team for a free, in-home consultation today!

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Sleep Solutions Just for You

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Your home. Does it sometimes feel like Grand Central Station? The continuous go-go-go of your life can be fun and exciting, but also exhausting. Plagued by daytime fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and irritability, you hide under-eye circles behind a giant mug of coffee. You don’t have to suffer! We have sleep solutions that will make the recommended 7 to 8 hours of sleep more than just a dream. Are you dreaming of better sleep? Our Season of Savings promotion offers some of Hunter Douglas’ most popular window shades with amazing benefits and savings for you! Here’s how to get some glorious shuteye amid the constant energy, motion and busyness of your everyday life.

Clean Up Light Pollution

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While manmade light sources offer convenience, they disrupt the natural rhythms of nature. From the blaze of streetlights, billboards, and passing traffic, to your TV, smartphone, and iPad, light litters your bedroom. Being exposed to light at bedtime can make falling asleep–and staying asleep–tough. It’s time to clean up light litter! Turn off or cover the glow of devices–or consider keeping them out of your bedroom altogether. Install window shades that feature blackout and room-darkening fabrics. They will add an element of style while helping to create the necessary darkness that will turn your room into a sleep sanctuary.

Turn the Sound Off

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Along with light, sound may be making a mess of your sleeping habits and patterns. You may not even realize just how much noises are reducing the restorative power of your rest because sounds don’t have to jostle you awake at night to be a problem. Noises can simply arouse your brain and prevent you from going into deeper stages of sleep. So, if distant sirens, grumbling planes, beeping automobiles, and vigilant dogs are the quartet that plays your nightly lullaby, window coverings that absorb sound are a must-have in your home. They will be sleep solutions you relish!

Rest and Relax

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Easier said than done, right? Demanding and hectic days get the best of everyone. It can be so hard to unwind, and some of your usual attempts may actually be interfering with getting quality sleep. Late-day exercise and TV before bedtime can wake you up, and a nightcap can leave you floating in a light stage of sleep. Instead, spend fifteen minutes enjoying a calming activity–such as listening to quiet music, reading by a soft light, or stretching. Then, head to bed. Also, make sure that your home is a comfortable, consistent temperature. Being too hot or too cold can make it impossible to relax–which is already hard enough. Energy-efficient window shades can be a big help with this. Their insulating properties work to maintain a stable temperature regardless of whether snow is flying or the summer sun is scorching outside. With these sleep solutions, you’ll be relaxed and ready for dreamland in no time!

Surround Yourself with Convenience

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Does your home boast a desirable panoramic view? Seeing the skyline, or overlooking your own beautiful landscape from floor-to-ceiling windows is a treat like no other. Managing glare and privacy, however, can be a time-consuming challenge. Not with the intelligent technology of PowerView automation, though. Select and save the positions of the window coverings throughout your home that provide just the right amount of light, privacy, and room ambiance for different times of day and occasions. Then program them to occur automatically or control them from your favorite device with the PowerView App. Setting the scene for your next dinner party has never been easier. Plus, you can schedule your window shades to enhance your sleep patterns. Set them to rise and let the sun peek in to wake you up in the morning and then to lower while you start your relaxing bedtime routine. Your window shades will work for you morning, noon, and night while you rest easy! PowerView provides convenient and innovative sleep solutions you shouldn’t live without!

You’re busy all day long being your best–you should have the best sleep! It’s time to discover sleep solutions that will boost your productivity, mood, and health. If you are ready for the features of window coverings to turn your nights of tossing and turning into nights of celebrated slumber, we would love to help. And right now, you have an opportunity for amazing savings on Hunter Douglas’ most popular window shades with our Season of Savings! Contact our team at Metropolitan Window Fashions for your free, in-home consultation.