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Drafty Windows? Why Heavy Draperies Still Work in Old New England Homes
Drafty windows in an older Maine home? Learn how lined, heavy draperies and layered shades add warmth while respecting your home's character.
How One Maine Park Model Home Blocked 80-90% of Solar Heat With Custom Window Treatments
A Maine park model home with no shade hit 100 degrees inside. See how custom window treatments blocked 80-90% of solar heat, and what could work for your home.
Beat the Summer Sun: Solar Shades That Cut Glare on the Maine Coast
Solar shades cut glare, heat, and UV while keeping your view. Learn how openness factor, color, and motorization work for Maine coastal homes.
7 Ways to Keep Your Portland Home Warmer This Winter (Without Touching the Thermostat)
Keep your Portland home warmer this winter without cranking the heat. Seven practical window-treatment tips, from cellular shades to shutters and draperies.
Are Window Treatments Eligible for Federal Energy Tax Credits? What Maine Homeowners Should Know
Do blinds and shades qualify for federal energy tax credits? Here's what changed in 2026, what still applies, and how Maine homeowners can still save on energy.
Cellular Shades vs. Maine Winters: How Much Heat Can Your Windows Really Save?
Wondering if cellular shades are worth it in a Maine winter? Learn how they cut heat loss, where they help most, and how to get the best results in your Portland-area home.
Energy-Efficient Window Treatments: How to Save on Heating and Cooling in Maine
With Maine's cold winters and warm coastal summers, energy-efficient window treatments like honeycomb cellular shades and layered drapery can significantly lower your heating and cooling bills.
50 Years of Excellence: Why Portland Trusts Blinds by Design for Custom Window Treatments
For over five decades, Blinds by Design has been the cornerstone of custom window treatments in Portland, Maine.
From Consultation to Installation: How We Customize Your Window Treatments
At Blinds by Design, we've spent over 50 years perfecting a seamless process that ensures your blinds, shades, shutters, or drapery are perfectly tailored to your space.
Built to Last: Why Quality Matters in Custom Window Treatments
When it comes to choosing window treatments for your home or business, quality isn't just a preference—it's a necessity. At Blinds by Design, we understand that custom window treatments are an investment...