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Installing window treatments are the smartest way to save energy consumption. They are proven to make you energy bills dramatically go down especially from heater and air-conditioning during winter and summer months. They provide insulation during the cold winter months as well as keep away the heat during the summer. The benefits of preventing the sun’s heat during hot summer seasons include, reduced energy consumption, lower energy bills, less fading of your interior furnishings and a more steady and comfortable temperature inside your home.

The energy efficiency of window coverings is measured in R-values, like insulation. The higher the R-value, the more it will protect your home from heat loss; making your rooms comfortably warmer. When looking for window treatments that will block out the hot sun, you’ll want to consider the “shading coefficient” of different alternatives. The Shading Coefficient is a measure of the ability of the window treatment to lessen the solar heat gain. The lower the number, the less solar heat will enter your home and the lower your energy bills will be.

There are several window treatments available in the market today that are energy-efficient. Honeycomb cell shades or Duettes and wood/faux wood blinds are the best in conserving energy rather than roller shades and aluminum blinds. Cellular or honeycomb construction. The cells of a honeycomb shade really trap the cold air, decreasing the intensity of the temperature as it goes in the room. And this, in turn, helps lessen the amount of heat that’s drawn to your windows. Honeycomb shades have R-values between 2.0 and 4.8, and shading co-efficient between 0.44 and 0.21.

Other window treatments that are energy efficient are window quilts, draperies, roman shades, hardwood shutters and wood blinds. Window quilts offer air and moisture-tight fabric along with 4-sided seals. Draperies and Roman Shades can be thermally lined to increase efficiency depending on fabric, lining and pleating. Hardwood shutters and wood blinds are proven to be effective too in energy conservation because of its insulating capabilities.

Shy Blinds is a window fashion expert distributing products that are energy efficient. They provide professional solution and quality service, together with their reputable supplier, to meet every need in window treatments. Shy Blinds have a team of experts to help you with your inquiries. Covering the Gold Coast, Shy Blinds’  team offers a range of products that are energy efficient. To find out how the team at Shy Blinds can help transform your home with the latest in Window Fashions, call 1300 760 127 or visit http://www.shyblinds.com.au

Posted by Clint Brisbane Blinds on January 19, 2011 at 5:18 PM under Decorating Tips.
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Bamboo Venetian Blinds

Due to unstoppable climate changes and weather dysfunctions, a lot of manufacturing industries now in all fields are getting more and more concern about their companies’ environmental sustainability; including the window fashions industry in Brisbane. They are now producing window treatments made from organic and natural materials; making these the newest trend in window fashion industry.

When we say window treatments that are made from organic, natural materials, these are the type of window coverings made of non-toxic, environmentally sustainable, natural reeds, bamboos, grasses, and other natural plant fibers. Once gathered, these materials are woven into wonderful patterns without the use of too much chemicals, dyes, or other harsh processing; and are then custom-made into stylish window shades according to manufacturer’s specifications. The chemicals used to process these raw materials, dyes, or other harsh processing are excreted by the manufacturer or factories and disposed onto bodies of water which can majorly affect our eco-system.

Organic Venetian blinds are the most practical and trendiest blinds nowadays; not to mention its price that is very reasonable. It does not jeopardize the ambience it can deliver to your interior design like those blinds that are expensive. It gives your home a sophisticate style but will not cost you more. Wooden venetian blinds are the most common organic type; available in oak, timber, bamboo and many other natural woods. Black leather venetian blind is also available nowadays, which is made up of 50mm natural leather skins. Among other organic venetian blinds is 35mm Hardwood Venetian and Metal blinds, in long and standard drop.

Oak Venetian Blinds

Shy Blinds in Brisbane is proud to be a distributor of window coverings that are organic in nature and very environmentally-friendly. Within the business, Shy Blinds applies the principles of reduction, reuse, and recycle. They only deal with manufacturers who have dedicated to reduce ecological impact practices such as Luxaflex. They also support the mission of the Australian Green Building Council who has a dedication to patronize a sustainable property industry by encouraging the adoption of green building practices.

Luxaflex Window Fashions brand is one of the most widely known and respected window covering brands in Australia. Its wide range of products have been sold and supported by the Hunter Douglas Group in Australia for over fifty years. Throughout that span of time the brand has been equal with quality craftsmanship, innovation and value in the window coverings market.

Shy Blinds have a team of experts to help you with your inquiries. To find out how the creative team at Shy Blinds can help transform your home with the latest in organic Window Fashions, call 1300 760 127 or visit http://www.shyblinds.com.au for free in-home consultation and measurements.

Posted by gracegold-admin on January 6, 2011 at 11:29 AM under Luxaflex.
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Luxaflex Silhouette Shades

Silhouette Shades are considered a superb trend for windows transforming any types of Brisbane homes in most elegant manner. Silhouette blinds are a combination of all the major advantages of shades, draperies and blinds into a single outstanding design. They are characterized by their ability to let some natural light shine through the window even when the blinds are closed. One famous manufacturer of Silhouette Shades is Luxaflex.

The classy and exquisite look of Luxaflex Silhouette Shadings is formed by the combination of welding 3 polyester fabrics together to form soft horizontal vanes suspended between two sheer facings. There are many benefits that silhouette blinds can give to your Brisbane home. They can provide privacy and light control precision; even have lots of lovely fabric choices available ranging from two to three inches vane sizes. Designer colors are available in full palette varying from subdued to intense hues.

Luxaflex Silhouette Shades

Its soft floating textile slats between thin, transparent fabric are as light as silk, as decorative as a curtain, and as practical as a venetian blind. Luxaflex Silhouette Shadings are everything you’ve ever wanted for your windows because they have been designed to satisfy all your window fixture needs. It is no longer necessary to combine drapes with blinds to achieve beauty with practicality; Luxaflex Silhouette Shadings provide you with all the ideas and answers in one elegant, simple creation; even offers protection to the interior from harmful UV rays up to no less than 96% when closed.

Although these window fixtures appear too soft and delicate, they are deceptively strong. This is achieved by using 100% polyester, anti-static fabric, which is color fast and heat set. Their fabrics are anti static and soil-resistant making a clean up a breeze. Not to mention, the hardware components that are color-coordinated for your convenience; and shapes are created with specialization having motorized options. When Luxaflex Silhouette Shadings is lowered, the vanes are easily adjusted. They can be opened for a full, soft focus view, closed for privacy or tilted for light control.

Shy Blinds is a window fashion company that provides residents of Brisbane, expert solution and advice to all their window treatment problems. They are a proud distributor of Luxaflex Silhouette Shadings and most Luxaflex products. All Luxaflex products are made to measure. Regardless of the size and shape of the window, they can provide the perfect solution.

Shy Blinds have a team of experts to help you with your inquiries. They offer in-house measurement and installation for perfect fit on your windows. Covering the most parts of  Brisbane, Shy Blinds’ team offers a range of products from Luxaflex. To find out how the team at Shy Blinds can help transform your home with the latest in Window Fashions, call 1300 760 127 or visit http://www.shyblinds.com.au.

Posted by gracegold-admin on December 29, 2010 at 5:57 PM under Decorating Tips, Luxaflex.
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Cedar Wood Venetians

If you want to give your rooms an elegant touch but not spending too much on window fixtures, then venetian blinds is the best window treatment for you. It is practical but still gives your home a sleek and sophisticated look without compromising the health and economy of your family; protecting you from harsh sun rays and lowering your energy bills. There are two types of venetian blinds according to what is it made; one is the aluminum Venetian and the other is the wooden Venetian blind.

Wooden venetian blinds may cost a little more than the aluminum venetians. If you prefer to give your home a classic, timeless touch to it, wooden venetians suits you best. It showcases any Brisbane home, giving it an elegant look that can really give your room some value and an expensive punch. They also offer a warm and inviting look to any décor. Interior designers have always go for wooden venetian blinds because they know how beautiful having it as window fixtures.

The benefits of this window fixture go beyond its visual beauty. It does not only benefit the financial situation of the homeowner, it also contributes to lower the energy costs, heat and air-conditioning bills. Wood is considered as a natural insulator making wooden venetian blinds a beneficial part of your décor. Wood provides a room a warm feeling; In the case of wooden venetian blinds that mood of warmth can be applied to the temperature and ambience of the room. In add up in giving warmth and beauty to a room, these blinds also provide privacy.

White Venetian Blinds for your Bathrooms

Wooden venetian blinds benefits consist of variety of wood color options to choose from. Another advantage of wooden venetian blinds is that they look gorgeous from both the inside and outside of your house regardless of the wood tone you choose. Wooden venetian blinds suggest the benefit of slat size selection. When purchasing wooden venetian blinds you have a choice of width for the slats in the blinds. Width sizes usually range from 1″ to 2 1/2″. In general, wooden venetian blinds with large slats are used in a room with a modern design. Smaller slats seem to look perfect in rooms that are decorated in a more traditional look. You can also get vertical wooden venetian blinds in various wood tones. Other wooden venetian blinds benefits include their availability and affordability. They are also durable and easy to care for. A feather duster, dry cleaning cloth, or weekly vacuuming is sufficient for keeping the blinds looking good.

Looking at sample windows with wooden venetian blinds can help you decide which width you prefer. Shy Blinds offers wooden venetian blinds from Luxaflex; Timber Venetians and Woodmates (a nice alternative product that has the same feel as real woods). Luxaflex has been recognized for its excellent service in providing professional solution for all your window treatment inquiries; servicing most parts of Brisbane. Shy Blinds is Queensland’s proud distributor of Luxaflex products, giving residents an idea for all their interior décor. All Luxaflex products are made to measure; regardless of the size and shape of the window, they can provide the perfect solution.

Shy Blinds have a team of experts to give you ideas how to achieve the design of rooms you want. They offer in-house measurement and installation for perfect fit on your windows. Covering the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and the Gold Coast Shy Blinds’ team offers a range of products from Luxaflex. To find out how the team at Shy Blinds can help transform your home with the latest in Window Fashions, call 1300 760 127 or visit http://www.shyblinds.com.au.

Posted by gracegold-admin on December 11, 2010 at 2:04 AM under Luxaflex.
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We already know that Duette honeycomb shades are made from a cellular fabric that provides great insulation. The honeycomb compartments captures the air, keeping homes warm in winter and cool in summer; while also reducing energy bills and reducing the carbon footprint of households. They are known for their versatility to fit any shape of windows including bay windows and semi-circular ones; even can be operated into almost any direction. But how this differs in the latest product called DUETTE® Architella?

Duette Architella Profile

DUETTE® Architella Fabric is the newest improvement in Duette Shades which takes one honeycomb and nestles it inside the other cell, providing three distinct air pockets. This innovative changes result in a type of window covering that has truer color, crispier pleats and superior efficiency in energy-saving. This product is believed to be the most beneficial, most energy-saving and innovative window shade in Australia.

Having the kind of weather conditions like Australia have especially during summer months, it is very important to have a window covering like DUETTE® Architella at home. The added inner layers of the Architella fabric are designed to provide an extra barrier against the harsh Australian sun that can wash out colors; allowing the truer colors of the shade and maintain its original beauty. The inner TruPleat structure keeps DUETTE® Architella its crispness and consistency.

DUETTE® Architella’s availability in design and functionality is very vast so residents of Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast have a lot to choose from. They are available in translucent block out fabric which has a duo tone design with a natural white outside to generate a consistent view from the inside while offering better-quality light reflections.

They are available in different operating system for ultimate convenience: traditional top-down, bottom-up, combined top-down – bottom-up; Duo-lite system wherein a second fabric may be added; ULTRAGLIDE® System where the shade has a constant cord length enhancing child safety; Vertiglide system which are perfect for sliding doors; EasyRise system that have a continuous cord loop and can be motorized; and PoweRise system that is a battery operated motorized blind.

Shy Blinds offer a wide range of DUETTE® Architella Shades and have a team of experts to help with all your inquiries regarding this latest innovation from Duette Shades. Covering the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and the Gold Coast our team offers excellent, flawless service and expert solutions to all your window treatment needs including in-house measurements and installation. To find out how the team at Shy Blinds can help transform your home with the latest in Window Fashions, call 1300 760 127 or visit http://www.shyblinds.com.au/?page_id=64. Those in Brisbane are recommended to visit Concept Window Fashions (Brisbane’s Largest Luxaflex dealer) – call 07 3264 6111 or visit http://concept.luxaflex.com.au/au/en/sb.cn

Posted by gracegold-admin on October 21, 2010 at 5:00 PM under Luxaflex.
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If you prefer to give your home a classic, timeless touch to it, wooden venetians suits you best. Wooden venetian blinds may cost a little more than the aluminium venetians but it definitely showcases your home, giving it an elegant look that can really give your room some value and an expensive touch.

Timber Venetians by Luxaflex

They also offer a warm and inviting look to any décor. Interior designers have always go for wooden venetian blinds because they know how beautiful having it as window fixtures and as part of the whole interior design itself. Brisbane interior designer Sarah Huckstepp believes that they provide a wonderful additional to any room “Natural timber is timeless and many of my clients find that timber venetians work well with their natural floors”

Luxaflex, a pioneer in manufacturing window fixtures offers its clients a choice of 25mm & 50mm timber venetians made from either Western Red Cedar or North American Basswood. Luxaflex Timber Venetians lend themselves in many decorating styles from country to modern themes and bring special mood, ambience and richness to your interiors. They are popular across Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast and are in high demand.

Timber Venetians by Luxaflex

Countrywoods Basswood 25mm and 50mm adds traditional warmth to every home with a rustic ambience. Basswood is highly recommended for those who do not need variation in timber toning. These venetians are made up of a series of horizontal timber slats strung together between a head and bottom rail. The slats can be tilted through 180 degrees by tilt cords; and is raised and lowered with pull cords. Luxaflex Countrywood 25mm is available in either oiled, lacquered, standard paint or stain or perfectly buff waxed. It is guaranteed to function smoothly and easily, allowing you to control light and privacy efficiently.

Countrywoods Cedar 46mm is made to last; in style, in quality and in appearance! Owning a Countrywoods Cedar Venetian is like treasuring a piece of quality craftsmanship. They are made with so many color variations, enough to easily blend with your other home furnishings; not to mention the rich finishes too, which are either oiled, e-cote lacquered or painted to perfection. Countrywoods Cedar Venetians are made from Western Red Cedar; from the finest close grained, kiln-dried, plantation timber. The metal components with the blind ensures durability and smooth, flawless operation.

Timber Venetians by Luxaflex

Luxaflex has been recognized for its excellent service in providing professional solution for all your window treatment inquiries; servicing most parts of Australia. Shy Blinds is a  proud distributor of Luxaflex products, giving residents an idea for all their interior décor. All Luxaflex products are made to measure, regardless of the size and shape of the window.

Shy Blinds has a team of experts to help you with your inquiries. Covering the entire Luxaflex range on the Sunshine Coast its team offers a range of products from regarded suppliers. To find out how the team at Shy Blinds can help transform your home with the latest in Window Fashions, call 1300 760 127 or visit http://www.shyblinds.com.au .  Those in Brisbane are recommended to visit Concept Window Fashions (Brisbane’s Largest Luxaflex dealer) –  call 07 3264 6111 or visit http://concept.luxaflex.com.au/au/en/sb.cn

Posted by gracegold-admin on August 30, 2010 at 10:07 PM under Luxaflex.
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Luxaflex Smartscreen External Sunscreens offer a fresh and creative option that combines the soft appearance of fabric with a practical operating system of a roller blind. They are so versatile; available in a wide variety of modern colors designed to suit most Australian exteriors. Those in South East Queensland (Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and Gold Coast) love the outdoor so much so it is necessary for them to invest on sunscreens for their home because they know what benefits they can get from it.

Luxaflex Smartscreen External Sunscreens

External sunscreens are outdoor blinds with open weave fabric that do not distract the view when raised down but rather reduce the glare and lets you enjoy the view outside. Outdoor blinds with open weave fabric have many advantages such as glare reduction, reduced energy costs and daytime privacy while allowing you to enjoy your view.

Made from open weave fabric called SolShade, Luxaflex Smartscreen External Sunscreens can reflect up to 69% of the sun’s heat before it even enters the house, reducing temperature by 5-15 degrees Celsius; keeping your interior cooler and reduces your energy consumption from air-conditioning bills. This makes this product so in demand in places or countries with sub-tropics weather, like Queensland, Australia; where the sun and temperature is sometimes too extreme. Unaffected by extreme temperature changes, Luxaflex Smartscreen External Sunscreens function using discreet stainless steel cables or sleek aluminum side channels and can be powder-coated to suit any external façade of the building.

Luxaflex Smartscreen External Sunscreens

Luxaflex Smartscreens External Sunscreens are so convenient; they can be installed as motorized with a control system to ease the lowering and rising of the shades. And with correct tensioning and rolling of the sunscreens, these awesome Luxaflex product will assure consumers longevity and durability; ability to take the toughest of treatments, while looking as good as new after many years of external use. They are available in a wide range of different fabric colors and patterns which are resistant from harsh elements such as water, mould and fungus. Its fabrics are made from an extensive selection of PVC coated polyester materials.

Shy Blinds has a team of experts to help you with your inquiries. Covering the entire Luxaflex range on the Sunshine Coast its team offers a range of products from regarded suppliers. To find out how the team at Shy Blinds can help transform your home with the latest in Window Fashions, call 1300 760 127 or visit http://www.shyblinds.com.au .  Those in Brisbane are recommended to visit Concept Window Fashions (Brisbane’s Largest Luxaflex dealer) –  call 07 3264 6111 or visit http://concept.luxaflex.com.au/au/en/sb.cn

Posted by gracegold-admin on August 3, 2010 at 6:40 PM under Luxaflex.
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Roman blinds or sometimes known as fabric shades and Roman shades are basically a piece of material that sometimes comes with a lining, hangs from the top of the window frame. Horizontal bars are threaded through the back of the blind at regular intervals. Pair of cords run down the rear of a regular Roman blind, through loops which are sewn onto each end of the horizontal bars, in order to lower and raise the blind.

Luxaflex Roman Blinds

Roman blinds are going to be the next big thing in the blind industry; becoming more popular than Roller blinds because the fabric displays a classic, luxurious feel to any room. And its deluxe system means you no longer have to have a cord and pleat to control the blind, a chain makes it much easier to operate. One thing that makes Roman aesthetically appealing is its unique orientation. It is pressed flat against any window; makes it look very clean and streamlined.

This sleek, flat orientation made Roman blinds effective light diffusers. If measured precisely to fit the window frame, like what Luxaflex can do, they tend to block out as much light from the outdoors as possible. They are really efficient for people who want to block sunlight from coming inside their rooms when they need to sleep during daytime. Moreover, the opacity of the fabric shades produces a toned down outdoor light that can make the house’s interior more cozy and romantic.

Fabric Roman Shade

Shy Blinds has a team of experts to help you with your inquiries. Covering the entire Luxaflex range on the Sunshine Coast its team offers a range of products from regarded suppliers. To find out how the team at Shy Blinds can help transform your home with the latest in Window Fashions, call 1300 760 127 or visit  http://www.shyblinds.com.au/?page_id=92.  Those in Brisbane are recommended to visit Concept Window Fashions (Brisbane’s Largest Luxaflex dealer) –  call 07 3264 6111 or visit http://concept.luxaflex.com.au/au/en/sb.cn

Posted by gracegold-admin on June 8, 2010 at 4:42 AM under Luxaflex.
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Luxaflex blinds have been the well-known brand in Europe since the 1950s and have maintained their reputation of being one of the very best window fashion brands.

Luxaflex Sunrain Awning

Luxaflex has been recognized for providing excellent service and solutions to Australian home owners for many decades. They have combined elegant and sophisticated designs with natural materials, colours and fibers to create stunning products.  Roller and Roman blinds have been exceptionally popular as they have been found to be effective in the quest for energy conservation. Luxaflex blinds have new materials that make them not only stylishto look at, but highly functional as well.

Luxaflex Duette Shade

It is also recommeded you buy only from a licenced Luxaflex dealer. By doing this you are dealing with a fully trained and expert provider who is able to install your blinds in accordance with manufacturers specifications.

Shy Blinds is a proud Queensland distributor of Luxaflex products. All Shy Blinds Luxaflex products are made to measure and come with extended warranties.

Shy Blinds has a team of experts to help you with your inquiries. Covering the entire Luxaflex range on the Sunshine Coast its team offers a range of products from regarded suppliers. To find out how the team at Shy Blinds can help transform your home with the latest in Window Fashions, call 1300 760 127 or visit http://www.shyblinds.com.au/?page_id=92.  Those in Brisbane are recommended to visit Concept Window Fashions (Brisbane’s Largest Luxaflex dealer) –  call 07 3264 6111 or visit http://concept.luxaflex.com.au/au/en/sb.cn

Posted by gracegold-admin on May 26, 2010 at 4:28 AM under Luxaflex.
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