Well, as I am sitting on the plane coming back from the Nashville show, I am pleased to report that so many things are changing within our field with technology. Mind you, all of this motorization is a bit overwhelming as each window covering company has pretty much their own systems, and it is our challenge to make this all work for the consumer. So many questions we all have these days, “is your home a smart home”, if it is, ... Continue Reading

Even on cold days the sun can fade and damage your furniture, flooring, and rugs.   Courtesy of Hunter Douglas   Hunter Douglas offers a great solution, their Silhouette window shadings feature S-shaped vanes that float between two sheer fabrics.  Silhouette shades block up to 88% of UV rays when vanes are open and 99% when the tilt is closed. Solar Film Courtesy Solar Film Heat control window film:  Multiple benefits in one, ceramic window tint Another great solution to help preserve your furnishings is Solar window film. ... Continue Reading

Jacoby Company Inc.­ Earns 2018 Angie’s List Super Service Award The award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service Jacoby Company, specialists in elegant windows since 1980, has received the 2018 Angie’s List Super Service Award.  This is the ninth consecutive year that Jacoby Company has received this coveted award.  The award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List. The recipients of this top award have met strict eligibility requirements including maintaining an “A” rating. ... Continue Reading

 When I was reupholstering our own couches this past December, my goal was not to let the dog, Riley, or cat, Bailey ruin our new fabulous white couches.  Well, that is when I discovered this Cryptron fabric!  This is the most amazing fabric ever invented!!!!! How do I know it does what it says it does...well... My first weekend away, after getting the couches delivered, I found that the dog sitter wasn't paying attention, and Riley not only had an accident on ... Continue Reading

Finally!!!!!!!  Jacoby Company has been saying this for years....hanging cords are very dangerous for children!  You have to read the attached article that corded shades are no longer an option because too many young lives have been lost.  Gary and I are parents ourselves - and soon to be grandparents this February - so you can be sure child safety is forefront on our minds.  Please take a second to read this article. https://www.mother.ly/news/corded-window-blinds-have-officially-been-banned-for-child-safety As you can see from this article, the ... Continue Reading

Giving your space a new look is easier than you may think! Try these decorator-approved tricks. How can you transform a bedroom without investing tons of time—or money? Just ask Bree Hancock. The interior stylist and blogger behind ZDesign at Home is all about simple decor tweaks that make a stylish impact. Her go-to ideas: Experiment with color, pattern, and accessories—plus, have fun with it. “I probably wouldn’t put a pink rug in the living room, but I might in the ... Continue Reading

  When it comes to all home design, functionality reigns supreme. Opulent beauty and high end designs mean very little if the design does not do its intended job. Vinyl, aluminum and off the self products do everything that higher end window coverings do, they control the aperture of light in the room. However, what custom windows do do that the fore mention offerings cannot is simple: they connect on a deeper and more intimate level to your ideas of style, ... Continue Reading

Light Control SUPERVISE THE SUN Soft vanes floating on a sheer backing put you in control of the amount of natural light that comes in, with dramatic effects. Transform harsh exterior light by diffusing it, spreading it evenly throughout your room, so you can maximize daylight hours and reduce your need for artificial light. Our beautiful sheer fabrics also softly filter out brightness, glare, and UV rays —protecting your furniture and flooring from fading. View-Through DRAMATIC SOFTNESS Invisi-Lift™ allows you to view through the sheer ... Continue Reading

Found this great Blog on ceiling design, we just had to share... I think you’ll agree with me when I say: It’s not always easy to imagine or apply a design that you liked to your project. Or is it? Well, it turns out, you can dramatically increase your chances of successful design implementation if you follow one simple step… …a step that gets the project done regardless of its complexity. Being through thousands of homes I noticed that one little actionable thing and today I’m going to ... Continue Reading

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