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