Happy New Year

Advanced Window Fashions wishes you a Happy and Healthy New Year. We thank all of our customers for a wonderful 2010. We will be closed Friday December 31st and Saturday January 1st...reopening on January 3rd, 2011. We look forward to sharing many exciting promotions...beginning January 14th...rebates and more. Come visit our beautiful showroom or visit us on line at www.843beautifulwindows.com

Free repairs on Hunter Douglas Products

Advanced Window Fashions in Mt. Pleasant is offering free repairs on all Hunter Douglas products for the month of December. Please call for details 843-881-8858.

Home for the Holidays Saving Event is on going until December 15th. Generous rebates from Hunter Douglas on many products.

Federal Tax Credit on qualifying purchases until December 31st.

Advanced Window Fashions wishes you a happy Holiday Season!

64 Days left to use your Federal Tax credit for Energy Savings

Enjoy big energy savings at the window with some of our most energy efficient products and you may also qualify for a Federal Tax Credit of up to $1,500.

Purchase any qualifying energy-efficient Hunter Douglas products within the following collections:
Alustra® Duette® Architella® honeycomb shades with certain fabrics and options*
Duette® Architella® honeycomb shades with certain fabrics and options*
LiteRise® TrimKit (for use on certain Duette® and Applause® honeycomb shades)

For a detailed list of the qualifying products and restrictions go to our Website www.843beautifulwindows.com

Home For Holidays Saving Event

Get an amazing new look this season. You'll enjoy the view all year long! Don’t miss these exceptional rebates and more on select Hunter Douglas window fashions through December 15
- Duette® Architella Honeycomb Shades $25 per unit
- Vignette® Modern Roman Shades $35 per unit
- Pirouette® Window Shadings $50 per unit
- Silhouette® window Shadings $50 per unit
- Duette Vertiglide® Honeycomb Shades $100 per unit
- Luminette® Privacy Sheers or Modern Draperies $100 per unit
- Skyline® Gliding Window Panels $100 per unit
- Duette Vertiglide with Duolite™ $200 per unit

Contact us for all the details.Rebate offer valid for purchases made 9/25/10 – 12/15/10. Limitations and restrictions apply.

Visit our showroom at 502 Wando Park Blvd. Mt. Pleasant SC and discover the possibilites.

843.881.8858

www.843beautifulwindows.com

Hot Deals At Advanced Window Fashions

October 11th-15th: Advanced Window Fashions is offering an additional 10% off all Hunter Douglas products. Take advantage of this offer whether you need only one treatment or an entire house.

Use this special promotion in combination with the Home for the Holidays rebates. ( $25.00-$225 per/unit)

Still in need of using your $1500 energy rebate for 2010? Combine your 10% savings with the Home for the Holidays rebates and you will have a triple play for the week of October 11th.

Save Money on Many Hunter Douglas Products

Advanced Window Fashions is pleased to present savings to you on many Hunter Douglas products. Honeycomb shades, Silhouette window shadings, Duette, Skyline and more. Visit our showroom and let us show you the possibilities.

502 Wando Park Blvd
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464

843-881-8858

Advanced Window Fashions Has Moved

Advanced Window Fashions has moved to 502 Wando Park Blvd. Mt. Pleasant SC 29464. Stop in and see all of the new displays. We are committed to all of your window treatment needs. Hours: Monday -Friday 9-5 and Saturday 10-2. Weekend and Evening appointments are available. 843-881-8858 www.843beautifulwindows.com

Charleston Home and Design Show

Visit us at the 7th Annual Home and Design Show at the Gaillard on August 27-29. We will be on the first floor booth 1404. Looking for free tickets? Come see us in our showroom at 1956 Long Grove Drive, Mt. Pleasant. The Shoppes at Seaside Farms ( near Target). 843-881-8858

Installation and Service on your Window Treatments

Not all companies and very few independent designers have theri own salaried installer. These installers are sub-contracted and are paid per/piece. The sub-contracted installers have very little incentive to attend factory training. They lose time and money when they are not working. Hunter Douglas products are the most innovative and complex in the industry. To protect yourself, ask for proof of training and Hunter Douglas certification, as well as liability insurance.

Advanced Window Fashions is proud to provide Installers and Technitions certified at the Master Installer level, which is the highest level. Our Installers and Technitions are not only certified in blinds, shades and shutters, but also in repair. Advanced Window Fashions takes pride in it's service. Our installers are insured, professional, courteous, well mannered and will wear protective shoe coverings in your home. Considering you and your home is very important to us and we will treat your home like our own.

Know Your Warranty

What do you do when you've had your treatment for a year or so and the controls or cord breaks or your blind or shutter begins to warp, crack or peel?

The warranty of the treatment will depend on where you bought your blind and who manufactured the blind.

No Warranty
Usually found with " off the shelf" products. These items are considered disposable, and will usually be covered by the store return policy. If the blind has been cut down or altered the return is almost impossible.

Limited Lifetime Warranty
The product has a limited lifetime, usually 1 to 3 years. After that time, cords, controls and fabric separation are not covered.

Lifetime Limited Warranty
This warranty comes with all Hunter Douglas products. You will have a limited warranty for the lifetime of the product when it has been installed properly and has not been misused or abused. Hunter Douglas considers the product lifetime to be 10 years, although Advanced Window Fashions has never seen them not honor a true warranty issue. the Hunter Douglas warranty is also easy to read. Hunter Douglas even guarantees cords for 7 years and motors for 5 years.

Indoor Air Quality and Blinds

Increasing indoor air quality has been one of the biggest pushes in the industry over the last few years. Many window treatments emit gasses inside your home, decreasing the air quality.

The independent standard to certify products is known as GREENGUARD. Watch for terms like "environmentally safe", "environmentally friendly" and improved indoor air quality". These are marketing terms with no proven standard.

Hunter Douglas products have been GREENGUARD certified, with the exception of a few solar window shades. Advanced Window Fashions will gladly provide the certificates upon request. The GREENGUARD logo is below.

How long will it take to get your treatments from your first meeting to installation?

A good rule of thumb is to allow 2-3 weeks from appointment to ordering. After the order is placed, the approximate lead times for products are:

Blinds, Shades and Shadings- 2-3 weeks
Shutters- 3 weeks
Specialty shapes and Custom Colors- 6-8 weeks
Draperies and other Soft Treatments- 3-8 weeks

Of course, these times are based on material availability and fabricator backlog. Advanced Window Fashions keeps you updated on any delays and has some of the quickest delivery times in the industry!

What is the Difference between Custom and Ready Made Treatments

Ready made treatments are those which are made in mass quantities and come in only specific sizes, colors, and features. They are then cut down to the size you need, or you have to make them work in your window. With soft and hard treatments look for these quality signs.

Draperies and Sheers-When considering ready made products, look at the closeness in stitching,the quality of the thread used for sewing and the fullness factor( usually 1-1/2 to 2 times fullness). Feel the quality of the material and lining,it should be durable. Fullness for custom draperies and sheers is 2 1/2 to 3 times the face( ordered) width, making the treatment look full and luxurious.

Blinds-the number of ladders( tapes or cords that hold the blind slats) should be no more than 2 for a 36" wood blind, or 3 for a faux wood blind. More ladders are a sign of thinner slat material, which needs more support. Look in the head rail at the components. Most metal components have been replaced with high quality plastics, which won't rust. You can spot the quality product.

Shutters-look for the thickness of the panels, how the panel components are joined together (dovetail joints are the best) and the quality of the finish( it should be smooth, like the finish on a grand piano). Powder-coated or stainless steal hinges work better in our area than brass or other metallic finishes due to the salt in the air.

Get Your Window Treatments To Pay For Themselves

The best way to recoup your investment in quality window treatments is through energy savings. It's simple scientific fact: heat moves towards cold. In winter months, it's drawn to the cold glass windows to escape a home. In the summer, the opposite is true.

A single layer of uncovered window glass has an R-value of about 1, while a typical, double-glassed window( two panes of glass or a storm window) has an R-value of around 2. By selecting an energy-efficient window treatment, you can increase the R-value one to four points.

With a very high insulating R-value of 4.8 ( on double-glazed windows),Duette honeycomb shades with three layers of honeycomb pleats more than double the energy efficiency of a double-glazed window and nearly quadruple the efficiency of a single pane of glass. The new Duette Architella shades feature a cell within a cell for increased energy efficiency. Looking good and saving energy at the same time is a winning combination!

Advanced Window Fashions will help you find a beautiful treatment which will begin to save you money today!

Sheer Genius Sales Event

Direct sunlight can become a big problem for homeowners. It can create
too much contrast in a room, making the dark areas seem darker and the
sunlit bright areas harsh and glaring. By taking advantage of the intelligent
design of Hunter Douglas window shadings and sheers, you can use
simple daylighting to diffuse the amount of natural light that comes
directly into your home.

The products offered during the “It’s Sheer Genius” sales event use the
perfection of sheer fabrics and fabric vanes to offer the convenience of
precise light control. Giving you the ability to even out the intensity of
incoming light by softening and diffusing it. Drawing the sunlight deeper
into each room, diminishing the lighting contrast, and delivering a
beautiful inviting glow to create a stylish look for your home. And as an
added bonus, you’ll be providing excellent UV protection for your
precious furnishings.

With Hunter Douglas shadings and sheers, there is no end to the
possibilities in using light control to create the perfect setting. From letting
the bright cheerfulness of the outdoors in, to creating the privacy of a
warm and cozy ambiance, Hunter Douglas window fashions create a class
and elegance for setting the perfect mood.


By outfitting your windows now through August 15th, you can receive
great rebates on select Hunter Douglas window shadings and sheers—all
part of the “It’s Sheer Genius” sales event. Perfect for those summer
months when controlling the amount of sunlight you allow into your home
is key in creating the right ambiance.

Stop by the showroom at 1956 Long Grove Drive #5

Mt. Pleasant SC 29464, (near target)

Call 843-881-8858 to set up a free home consultation

Spring Cleaning

The flowers are blooming, the birds are serenading, and our house still feels like it's stuck with winter blues. Spring cleaning is a tradition that allows us to freshen up our homes and get a head start on the hectic seasons of spring and summer. Overwhelmed because you can’t see through the clutter?
Keep it simple...follow this painless method and you will be on your way.

Part of any clutter clearing session is the need to make decisions about your clutter quickly. Having categories set up before you begin makes decisions about clutter easier to make. Pick one drawer or shelf in your home to begin with. Don't try to tackle an entire closet or dresser in your home. Simply pick one small unit to practice with. Sort the items into 5 piles.
1. Give Away
2. Sell
3. Store
4. Keep
5. Trash
Throw away the trash. Box up the storage items. Box up your donation and sales items. Only put the keep items back in their proper places.
Accomplishing one small area of your home can give yourself the confidence to do more. Try to make your decisions quickly and you will be less likely to hang on to something you don't need. Make sure to maintain the organization of that one clutter free space. Become protective of the areas you've organized. Refuse to let them become reinfected with clutter

Once you've cleared the clutter...your house is ready for spring cleaning.

Next week more tips on Spring Cleaning.

Mother's Day Special

"Mothers hold their children's hands for a short while, but their hearts forever." ~Author Unknown

In honor of all mothers, receive 15% off your entire order this weekend only! No exclusions. No limit to the number of products. Come in this weekend and enjoy your new window treatments by Memorial Day. Call 843-881-8858 or email beth@charlestonblinds.com.

Have a happy and blessed Mother's Day!

What Window Treatments are right for you?

Last week we Blogged about the exposure of your windows to sun--The Duette is the recommended product for energy efficiency. In fact, you can get up to a $1500 Federal tax credit with this product. You also need to consider the aesthetics and functionality of your needs. To obtain a more formal look, Hunter Douglas Silhouettes and Luminettes provide elegance and simplicity. For a fun or relaxed appearance, try Provenance Woven Woods or Designer Roller Shades. In terms of functionality, consider how your room will be used. Cordless lifting systems are great for child and pet safety.

Are you protected

Hot weather is quickly approaching; the first 90 degree day will be here on Sunday. Do you know the hottest part of your house and where your AC dollars are going?

The north side gets little direct sunshine. Windows on the east and west needs shades to protect from the morning and blazing afternoon sun. Southern windows have sun all day long. The western and southern facing windows are where you will lose most of your energy.

Advanced Window Fashions has solutions for all of your window needs …even shades with UV protection. Call for your free in home consultation. 843-881-8858

Meet Advanced Window Fashions

Window Treatments For The Greater Charleston Area – Come Explore The Possibilities And More!

Advanced Window Fashions began in May of 2003 when Larry McCrae started selling window treatments from his home. He was joined by his wife, Nancy McCrae in 2004. By 2005 the business had grown out of the home and into a showroom. Advanced Window Fashions continued to thrive. By 2007 had outgrown the first showroom and into our current location at The Shoppes at Seaside Farms. Advanced Window Fashions is the only Hunter Douglas Gallery dealer in the Greater Charleston Area and one of the few to have earned Centurion Gallery status. Along with Larry and Nancy, we have a design team to meet your every need.

Advanced Window Fashions – your source for a full line of Hunter Douglas window coverings, as well as custom draperies, fabrics, bedding, and much more! Visit us at 1956 Long Grove Drive in Mt Pleasant near Target or online at https://843beautifulwindows.com. We look forward to creating a beautiful look for your home.