Blogs on Window Covering Installations
A monthly blog that is valuable for window treatment installation tips, do’s and don’ts when working at clients’ homes, and essential tools.
Do You Have What It Takes to Become a Window Treatment Installer? Part 3 (final)
Today is Part 3 (final) of our series Do you have what it takes? Make sure to check it out Part 1 and Part 2 in case you missed them. We are going to discuss four more qualities that are necessary to become an awesome window treatment installer. In case you are...
Do You Have What It Takes to Become a Window Treatment Installer? Part 2
Today is Part 2 of our series Do you have what it takes (to become an awesome installer)? Make sure to check out Part 1 in case you missed it. We are going to discuss five more qualities that are necessary to become an awesome window treatment installer. In case that...
Do You Have What It Takes to Become a Window Treatment Installer? Part 1
In order to become a great installer, you will need to check a few boxes. It is a bit more complex than you may think. I see many people calling themselves window treatment installers, but to me, they are far from it. Just because someone can secure a bracket with a...
Making A Leg Longer: Window Treatment Installer Tips
Most of the commercial works I do are small projects such as coffee shops, restaurants, and retail stores. These projects mostly use aluminum frame windows. The good news is that I virtually never use anchors since all screws go into aluminum. The bad news is that...
Selecting a Good Step Ladder: Window Treatment Installer Tips
Some of my peer installers are tall and can reach most of their installation targets without assistance from a step ladder. I, on the other hand, being only 5’4”, need to use at least a step stool for most jobs. Since my height cannot be changed and a step ladder is...
The Moving Blanket Message: Window Treatment Installer Tips
The doorbell announces that the installer has arrived for the installation of those anticipated window treatments. As the homeowner opens the door, her (or his) first impression of the installer will set the mood for the next few hours. If the installer looks sloppy...
Nine Feet Long Arms: Window Treatment Installer Secret
Wide windows (beyond 7 feet) and roller shades are in high demand these days. Builders and homeowners love big openings for the amount of light they provide in the rooms. However, those large openings create some challenges for window treatment installers, especially...
The Speed Block Technique: Window Treatment Installer Tips
Every time I start an installation, I look for ways to cut down on unnecessary movements that take extra time. One installation technique I have developed over the years is to use spacers to install shade and angle brackets at the exact same distances. Instead of...
The Most Important Tool In Your Window Treatment Installation Toolbox
Most people agree that installing window treatments professionally requires a great set of skills: technical knowledge, problem solving, good math abilities, communication skills, organization and cleanliness. Unfortunately, there is one component that most of us take...
Make More Money In 2021: Window Coverings World
By now, every major manufacturer on the market offers automated window coverings. By the same token, virtually every type of window treatment has its automated version as well. Some manufacturers use third-party components such as Somfy and Rollease Acmeda. Others...
