What shoes, purses and jewelry are to a fully dressed woman is what custom window treatments are to a home. Whatever design style--contemporary, traditional or transitional--it takes custom window treatments to achieve it. You can choose from drapes, shutters, blinds, shades or decorative valances in a variety of colors, fabrics, and textures to complement your home's atmosphere. Adding special details like trim and tassels will give your window treatments the finishing touch. Besides adding creative beauty to  your home, custom window treatments are a great source of insulation that will minimize the effects of the sun's heat in summer and protect against heat loss in winter. Without energy-efficient window treatments, as much as 50% of a home's heating and cooling energy can be lost through its windows. Energy-efficient honeycomb shades and plantation shutters save energy, absorb sound, and maintain privacy. Their UV filters protect furniture and flooring from sun damage and fading which will save you money in the long run. And who doesn't like having a little more cash in their pocketbook!

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