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Austin Window Fashions shared over email why window treatments are important for Texas homeowners.

Wood shutters and roller shades are popular shade choices.

a day or two. Then, we have our own installers that will come out within four to six weeks and nish your job. WHAT KIND OF WINDOW TREATMENT TRENDS DO YOU SEE IN THE AREAS YOU SERVE? Austin and the nearby cities have a good mix of all our products. It really depends on the house, sun exposure, and the needs of the family. We sell a ton of our all-wood shutters as they are made in Austin! They are great for every family in all stages of life. The next top favorites are designer roller shades, Provenance woven wood shades, and Duette honeycomb shades from Hunter Douglas. IS IT IMPORTANT THAT TEXANS HAVE EFFECTIVE WINDOW TREATMENTS IN THEIR HOMES? Living in Texas, you know how extreme our weather can be. For the most

WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR HOMEOWNERS WHO WANT WINDOW TREATMENTS? Window treatments are a cover or modication of a window, often with the aim of enhancing the aesthetics of the window and the room. Call an expert. Our designers can walk you through the process, give you advice on what is the best option with your window all while staying within your budget. Our consultations are free and our designers love to guide you in the right direction. WHAT CAN HOMEOWNERS TYPICALLY EXPECT DURING THE WINDOW TREATMENT PROCESS? We oer free in-home design consultation with our highly knowledgeable designers. They will come to you, measure your windows, go over options and provide solutions and/ or advice, and get you a quote within

Window shades can block afternoon sun.

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and lower the cost of your electric bill. Window coverings are an investment and can help the sale of a home, so the buyer doesn’t have to make that investment. If you happen to purchase shutters, the warranty of our shutters is transferable to the next homeowner. The covering can help with the heat and cold that come through the window, reducing your electric bill.

part, our summer is the hardest, but our winter can be tough too. Window treatments can really slow down the heat and cold from coming into your home through your windows. WHAT ARE SOME THINGS THAT MOST HOMEOWNERS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT WINDOW TREATMENTS? Window coverings help with resale value

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