Window Treatment Ideas & Tips: Kempler Design

Motorized Roman Shades For Reno Bay Window

Can Large Window Roman Shades Be Motorized? In the past, motorized roman shades had to be hardwired to lift products that were very heavy. It was possible, but it usually required an electrician to create an outlet or a junction box that was close to the top of the motorized roman shades. But things have […]

Hunter Douglas Single Charger For New Battery System

How To: Charge Your Rechargeable Hunter Douglas Batteries If you have purchased the Hunter Douglas Single Charger for your window treatments with the new rechargeable batteries, then you should read this blog and watch the attached video. This new system is following the trends of technology by using rechargeable tech. This simple coverage shows how […]

Slider Door Curtains That Work Better

Slider Door Drapery Discussion If you are looking to do slider door curtains, you might want to read this blog and watch the attached video. Based on the amount of calls we get looking for assistance in covering peoples’ patio doors, this is a needed bit of information. At Kempler Design, we think outside of […]

Is The Norman Ultra Shutter The Best Shutter?

Overview Of The Norman Ultra Shutter I suggest you watch the Norman Ultra Shutter shown in the video below. Visually, you will see many of the features that make these shutters such a great choice. After you watch the video, you will appreciate some commentary as to these factors. I will be offering my opinion […]

Cat Destroys Blinds- Embedded Video (Humor And Frustration)

A Crazy Cat Destroys Blinds I’m very happy to know that in our 27 years of business, I’ve only had to fix a couple of windows due to cats destroying blinds. But, this video showed me some humorous and painful realities. If you have animals and we are having a consultation, please be honest about […]

Smart Drape By Norman Window Fashions- Video And Photos

I can add way too much information to this blog about the Smart Drape by Norman Window Fashions, but I won’t. Please watch the video, and then contact us if you want to see it in real life. I will also show you screen shots of some of the features of the Smart Drape below. […]

Hunter Douglas Rechargeable Battery Overview

Hunter Douglas Rechargeable Battery For PowerView As of July 2020 Hunter Douglas now offers rechargeable batteries. For years they have only offered various battery packs for their PowerView Automation products. (They offer hard wired and plug in systems too, but this is talking battery power.) Lithium Ion is the power technology that is offered. Now […]

Window Shadings With Hybrid Function

Different Types Of Window Shadings There are many different types of window shadings on the market in Reno and Lake Tahoe. I am being specific to the area, because different parts of the country have different needs from their window coverings. The name “window shadings” is very specific because our area has intense UV light […]

Hunter Douglas Skyline Panels For Sliding Doors

Patio Door Option- Hunter Douglas Skyline The Hunter Douglas Skyline Panels are a good option to consider when doing large openings like patio or sliding doors. They are similar to other panel track window covering systems, but with the Hunter Douglas flair. They may be a good choice for your window or door, but I’d […]

Not Your Grandma’s Cordless Roller Shades

Cordless Roller Shades When purchasing cordless roller shades or screen shades you have to determine how to operate them. There are many different types of mechanisms available. The most popular is the bead chain clutch style, But in this blog we will briefly discuss the cordless variety of lift systems for roller shades. Even in […]