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Benefits of UV Protection for Windows
As the temperature heats up, we all think about sun protection for our bodies. We often forget that sun damage can impact other aspects of our lives, such as our homes. Although we welcome sunlight through our windows, we don’t necessarily want the damaging UVA and UVB rays that come with it. Fortunately, there is…
Tips on Choosing the Right Color for Window Blinds
One of the most basic yet most important decisions that you will make for window treatments involves color. Given that is is the most noticeable characteristic of your windows, deciding on color can be a helpful start to any redesign project. Here are a few helpful tips on choosing the right color for window blinds.
Why Hire Professionals to Install Window Treatments
In the age of Do-It-Yourself projects, installing your own window treatments may sound like a good idea. However, many people find that hiring a professional saves time, money, and headaches. Here’s a look at why hire professionals to install window treatments.
4 Reasons to Select Plantation Shutters for Window Treatments
Plantation shutters can be a great addition to your home. They offer many benefits as window treatments. Here are just 4 of the many reasons to select plantation shutters as window treatments.
Tips on Selecting Area Rugs for Your Home
One of the easiest decor updates that you can make to your home is to add an area rug. Area rugs can be both functional and decorative,… allowing you to fill decor voids and/or adapt your decor to different seasons. As you evaluate different options, keep these tips on selecting area rugs in mind.
Spring Home Decorating Ideas
Spring is a beautiful time of year! Use this opportunity to freshen up your home with some Spring home decor. Here are a few easy and inexpensive spring home decorating ideas.
Common Window Treatment Mistakes
Selecting window treatments is a much more complex process than it use to be. New products and alternatives provide a wealth of options for consumers. Although this is a great thing, it also leaves room for some common mistakes. As you look for window treatments for your Massachusetts home, avoid these common window treatment mistakes.
4 Ways to Make Windows a Focal Point
Every room should have a focal point. Often, people pick artwork or furniture, but windows can be a great option as well. Here are a few different ways to make windows a focal point of any rooms in your home.
Best Window Treatments for Massachusetts Homes
Massachusetts has the benefit of 4 seasons. For homeowners, the change in seasons also brings other necessary changes. You might switch out curtains, furnishings, and decor at certain times of year. Fortunately, you won’t need to change window shades and blinds if you select one that can adapt to different seasons. Here are our picks…
Hunter Douglas Roman Shade Options
Hunter Douglas offers several options for Roman shades. Each achieves a slightly different look and feel. The following is a basic overview of each to help you with selecting the right Hunter Douglas roman shade options for your MA home.
Designer Shades from Hunter Douglas
Window shades have come a long way! They are no longer the simple pattern and color that you may remember. Designer shades from Hunter Douglas include a wide variety of patterns and colors to enhance the decor of your home. Here are a few that you might want to consider.
3 Window Treatment Trends for 2019
Spring is the season where we look to clean up and freshen up our homes. If window treatments are one of your Spring projects, you’re in luck. There are more options available than ever before! As you consider your selections, here are several window treatment trends for 2019 that might inspire you.
5 Benefits of Wood Plantation Shutters
Wood plantation shutters are very “New England.” Why are they so popular in this part of the country? Here are 5 benefits of wood plantation shutters that make them so appealing…
Benefits of Room Darkening Shades from Hunter Douglas
Hunter Douglas has an amazing product called LightLock. This innovative new system provides achieves “unparalleled darkness” by completely sealing off any light from your windows. Here’s a look at the benefits of room darkening shades from Hunter Douglas.
Easy to Clean Window Treatments
One consideration when buying window treatments is the required maintenance. Some are easier to clean and maintain than others. Here are a few easy to clean window treatments.
Space Saving Tricks for Every Home
Space is a commodity. Everyone wants a little more than they have. You don’t necessarily need to move to gain more space. Sometimes all you need is a little creativity to achieve more with less. Here are some space saving tricks that can apply to almost any home.
Signs That It’s Time to Replace Window Treatments
Did you know that window treatments need replacement every 8-10 years? As much as you try to prolong their life, there comes a time when you need to say goodbye to your old window treatments. Here are a few signs that it’s time to replace window treatments.
Home Design Tips Inspired by Marie Kondo
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard about Marie Kondo and her tips on home organization. We thought it would be interesting to apply her concepts to home design and decorating. If you’re looking to change up your interior design, here are some home design tips inspired by Marie Kondo.
Pros and Cons of Silhouette Window Shades
One of the most popular window treatment options are Silhouette® window shades by Hunter Douglas.These shades are created with specialty fabrics and offer a unique combination of sheer drapery and window blinds. As a Burlington, MA Hunter Douglas Gallery, we are very familiar with this product. We often get asked about the pros and cons…
Pet Safe Blinds and Shades
Pet owners must often consider their pets when selecting any type of furnishings for their home. Pets create unique challenges and having some foresight can save you money and improve the safety of your home. Here are a few tips on pet safe blinds and shades for your home.
3 Window Treatment Features You May Have Missed!
Window treatments are a must for every home. If you’re accustomed to walking into the store and buying the plain old traditional blinds or shades, you may be missing out. Window treatments can do so much more these days. Here are few window treatment features you may not have thought of!
Design Tricks to Make a Room Feel Larger
Just because you have a small room doesn’t mean it needs to feel small. There are several design tricks to make a room feel larger, brighter, and more inviting. Here are a few that might help with your small space.
Common Window Treatment Cleaning Mistakes
Dirty hands, paws and dust can get your curtains, shades and blinds looking a bit worn. Cleaning window treatments can be a money saver, assuming you don’t accidentally ruin them in the process. Here are some common window treatment cleaning mistakes to avoid.
Curtains, Blinds and Window Treatments – Burlington, MA
Located at 15 Cambridge Street in Burlington, MA, Lynne Greene Interiors offers a large showroom with a wealth of product displays and samples. Stop by to see, touch, and feel a variety of window treatment options from shades to blinds and curtains. Our friendly in-house design staff are also available to discuss your visions and…
Tips For Removing Old Wallpaper
If you have dated wallpaper in your home, you know how much of an eye sore it can be. Peeling edges, stains, bubbles and tears can make a once beautiful display of color and design look like a scene from a horror movie. Luckily, there are a few different ways to take down existing wallpaper,…
Carpet Fiber Materials and Designs
Carpeting is a popular flooring material because it is cost effective and comfortable. There are actually quite a few options available for materials, textures, and colors. So, where do you start? Here’s a quick overview of carpet fiber materials and designs.
The Benefits of Custom Furniture
Finding the perfect piece of furniture to fit your family’s needs, your home’s interior theme, and its floor plan can be a challenge. Most retailers have limited options and shopping online can be difficult. Ordering a piece of furniture that is specifically designed for you adds both functionality and a personal touch to your home….
The Benefits of Repairing Window Treatments
Window treatments are a necessity these days. Controlling natural light, maintaining internal temperatures and establishing a consistent theme are all advantages of finding the right material and design. These home accessories can be costly, so consider the benefits of repairing window treatments before deciding to replace them altogether.
Why You Should Add Plants To Your Home Décor
You have comfortable furniture, beautiful artwork and the right paint color, but your home may still feel empty. What you’re missing is some vegetation! Bringing some life into your home can create a more inviting atmosphere and add fresh fragrances. Here a closer look at why you should add plants to your home décor.
Why You Should Decorate Office Spaces
When you think of office spaces, you may picture grey cubicles, neutral wall colors and florescent lights. Adding some design elements to an office space can provide a myriad of benefits to your business. Below are a few reasons why you should decorate office spaces.
When To Use Patterned Or Textured Window Treatments
Windows offer ventilation, light and an opportunity for design. There are numerous options to choose from, so knowing when to use patterned or textured window treatments can help keep things elegant, yet colorful. Different materials, shades of colors and styles can completely change the feel of a room. Here are a few scenarios where using…
The Benefits of Intelligent Blinds And Shades
New technology is taking over the home accessory industry. Intelligent blinds and shades are hot on the market and for good reason. The material, color and design selection is on par with non-motorized blinds and shades, and the prices are coming down as they become more common in homes. We have put together some of…
What To Do With Clutter
Whether you have lived in a home for a few decades, just moved into a smaller space or are left behind with everything your kids accumulated in their lifetimes, you are bound to accumulate clutter . Most homes have storage space, but the key is determining how to use it efficiently. Here are a few…
Furniture Selection Tips
Choosing the right furniture for your home can be crucial to your home design plans. Your family may love watching movies together, so purchasing a sectional could make the most sense. You may be a bachelor who loves sports, so that perfect recliner will make Sunday football that much better. Even a pet or pets…
Green Home Decorating Tips
It is our responsibility to keep this world as beautiful as we found it for future generations. There are quite a few things that you can do to reduce your footprint. With new studies on our cleaning chemicals that focus on alarming use of their impact, to technology that reduces the amount of energy we…
Pros And Cons Of Window Blind Materials
We all typically think curtains first when deciding how to outfit our windows. We ponder which material we like most, which color and style. One feature that can often be forgotten is your window blinds. Cracked, broken or bent window blinds can be an eye sore, but can also effect the functionality of the blind…
Helpful Winter Home Design Considerations
There are many ways to build a cozy home, with each color, material and theme carefully selected. It takes a lot of time to determine the characteristics of what makes the perfect interior to fit your lifestyle. What many of us may overlook when browsing different options is the climate we live in. Below you…
Storage Solutions for Small Spaces
Are you looking for ways to add or free up space in your home? Feeling confined by limited square footage and/or searching for ideas to minimize clutter? Just because you are hampered by spatial constraints doesn’t mean you can’t live larger in your existing space. You just need to get creative with your approach! Check…
Home Interior Design Trends for 2018
Are you looking to freshen up your home for 2018? Consider some of the latest trends in your redesign. Here are a few to consider.
Bedroom Design Trends for 2018
Bedrooms can be so much fun to design and redesign. Simple steps like changing bedding and window treatments from season-to-season or year-to-year can completely transform a bedroom. If your’e looking to change things up with your bedroom design, consider these bedroom design trends for 2018.
Tips for Home Office Window Treatments
With the advancement of technology, working from home is growing in popularity (and more businesses are warming up to the concept). The key to an effective work-from-home arrangement is creating a dedicated space that is both comfortable and functional as a home office. Your home office window treatments can play a big role in achieving…
Modern Window Treatment Options
Modern interior design goes beyond your furniture, flooring and wall coverings. Your window treatments equally contribute to the look and feel of your interior spaces. Here are some modern window treatment options to consider.
Design Tips for Kitchen Window Treatments
Your kitchen is a unique space compared to other rooms in your home. Selecting the right window treatments may therefore require a different approach. Here are some design tips for kitchen window treatments.
5 Window Treatment Design Tips for 2018
Selecting new window treatments can be a lot of fun. With so many options to choose from, you can achieve almost anything your imagination can dream up. Keep these window treatment design tips in mind to help you achieve the best results.
Why Get Window Treatments with UV Protection?
You may think about UV protection in items like bathing suits and sunglasses,… but UV protection in window treatments? It sounds unnecessary, doesn’t it? There are actually many good reasons to consider window treatments with UV protection. Here’s a closer look at this topic and some options available.
5 Decisions to Make when Selecting Window Treatments
Are you moving into a new place or looking to redecorate? We often forget how much window treatments contribute to the overall design in our homes. Are you going for a lighter, brighter, or more streamlined look – or hoping to provide more privacy and block light instead? Every room has a unique set of…
Why Choose Custom Blinds for Your Massachusetts Home?
There are an abundance of options for window blinds, but even with so much to choose from, your best bet may be custom window blinds. Why choose custom blinds for your Massachusetts home? Here are several reasons why going the custom route makes sense.
Tips on Pairing Blinds with Curtains
Blinds and curtains offer different benefits and features, so you need not stick with just one. You can pair them both for a coordinated look and to get the best of both worlds. Here are some tips on pairing blinds with curtains.
Window Curtain Cleaning Options | Window Treatment Maintenance Tips
Over the fall and winter months, a layer of dust and dirt may build up on your curtains. Spring is a great time to freshen up your window treatments. If you’re not sure how to properly clean your window treatments, here are a few window curtain cleaning options.
Tips on Selecting Window Blinds for Bathrooms
Bathrooms are such a unique space compared to other rooms in a house. Not only are they smaller than most rooms, the climate and conditions differ as well. A special room requires special considerations. Here are some tips on selecting blinds for bathrooms.
Carpets vs. Area Rugs – Which is Better?
It’s not really a question of one being better than the other, but more about which is more appropriate for the room and your needs. There are multiple factors that come into play – including the shape of the room, versatility, design elements, allergy concerns, and noise buffering requirements. So what should you consider when…
Window Treatment Designs Tips
Spring is finally here and, for many of us, that means freshening up the house. As we open our windows for the first time to air out, we might decide that a new look is in order. Are these curtains too heavy? Is there a way to bring in more light without sacrificing privacy? Could…
Tips for Maximizing Square Footage
Whether you are a downsizing to a smaller place, a tiny home convert, or just limited by spatial constraints – that doesn’t mean you can’t be creative and live larger in your existing space. There are various ways you can find, add, or free up space in your home. Here are a few tips for…
A Coordinated Look in Window Treatments
At Lynne Greene Interiors serving the Arlington area, we know that many of our customers don’t want their homes to have a jumbled, inconsistent appearance throughout. That’s why it’s important to them to find window fashions that coordinate through the home. Luckily, Hunter Douglas understands this desire and has some excellent solutions. To see if…
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