REO Window Shade Company is located in Portland, Maine and offers a complete line of window shades, blinds, and other types of window treatments for homes, offices, and schools. All of your window treatment needs are under one roof at REO Window Shade Company. Browse our showroom of samples for all of the shades, blinds, verticals, and other custom treatments we carry. We offer great customer service and employ a knowledgeable staff to assist you in finding the right window treatments for your home or business.
Feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices for window blinds? Start with your decorating style. Is your home formal or casual? Dark wood blinds might work best in a formal environment, while colorful vinyl blinds match an eclectic style better.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the average U.S. family spends close to $1,900 a year on their home’s utility bills, and 44 percent of your utility bill goes for heating and cooling. During the summer, sunny windows can make you air conditioner work two to three times harder.
Although blinds can get dusty, the nice thing about them is how easy they are to clean. Just a quick wipe with a feather duster or a damp cloth every so often is enough to keep your blinds clean and looking good.
Did you know that hanging your window treatments a little higher than the top of your windows will make your ceiling look higher? This is an optical illusion the experts use to improve the proportions of interior spaces.
Wood blinds are the top-quality blinds on the market. They come in light or dark wood colors as well as in painted or polished finishes. Wood blinds aren't the best choice for high-humidity rooms like the kitchen, however, so it's a good idea to go with faux wood in those areas if you want the look.