Window Treatment Ideas & Tips: Kempler Design

Shades On Patio Doors In Reno Home

Can I Use Shades on Patio Doors? The rule of thumb is that for windows we use horizontal type window treatments. For patio doors we typically use vertical type applications. This would include vertical blinds, curtains, draperies, sheer shadings in the vertical style or vertical honeycomb shades. But a rule of thumb is just one […]

Blackout Shutters? Is That Possible?

Blackout Shutters Two simple words, Blackout Shutters. But they are conflicting with reality. If you look at the pictures attached to this blog you will see that shutters actually allow a LOT of light in. This is a surprise to people who order shutters but didn’t get a good consultation. What can you do if […]

Roman Shades Or Cellular Shades For Reno Home?

Cellular Shades in a Roman Shade Body If you are looking at doing cellular shades for your home, you have seen quite a few options. The biggest complaint I have heard over the years is that cellular shades tend to be a little to sleek for some peoples’ tastes. They are looking for the insulative […]

Shaped Windows With Motorized Shades In Tahoe

Shaped Windows Can Be Covered If you have shaped windows, you know how hard it can be to cover them with window treatments. Some people will throw up sheets or non-custom curtains just so they can block the sun or cold from entering their space. In this blog and video, we show you a great […]

Roman Shade Option In Reno- Vignette By Hunter Douglas

A Roman Shade Option Why do we say that you have an option when it comes to purchasing a roman shade? Because the traditional roman shade style can be done in different ways. This blog and attached video shows you the Hunter Douglas Vignette Modern Roman Shade. After you watch the video, we can talk […]

“My Button” Programming- Somfy Remote Control

What is the “My Button”? The “My Button” on Somfy remote controls has two purposes. It is a stop button when the shades are in motion. But for programming purposes, it is what I call a favorite position button. When the “My Button” is programmed for your needs, you can take the shade to the […]

How To Open Bi-Fold Shutters + Track Systems

Opening Bi-Fold Shutters is a bit counter-intuitive. You would think that you go to the side where the door handle is located. But, for best operation, you will do it a little differently. Please watch the short video to see exactly how you should be opening your bi-fold shutters. As you could see, opening bi-fold […]

Hunter Douglas Update- Spring 2019

This is just a simple blog to establish what is new with Hunter Douglas for spring of 2019. Hunter Douglas Duette and Applause are being re-done with some good adjustments. The color ways are being updated to coordinate with current trends. Price adjustments are being made to some of the features. For example, the cost […]

Kempler Design Testimonial

You have choices as to who to purchase your window treatments from. We hope that hearing a Kempler Design Testimonial will help you see if we are the right company for you to work with. We acknowledge that it has to be a good fit between us and yourself. If you are the type of […]

Moire- Solar Screen Shades Over Insect Screens

What is a Moire? According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a Moire is “an independent usually shimmering pattern seen when two geometrically regular patterns (such as two sets of parallel lines or two halftone screens) are superimposed especially at an acute angle”. If you can visualize that from the definition, congratulations. You are pretty word-centric. How […]