At Made in the Shade West Calgary & Airdrie, we believe that window treatments should combine beauty, functionality, and sustainability. That’s why more homeowners in West Calgary and Airdrie are choosing natural shades like bamboo blinds, woven wood shades, and...
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Enhance Your Workspace with Custom Commercial Shades
First impressions matter—especially in business. Whether you’re welcoming clients, hosting meetings, or managing a retail space, your environment speaks volumes. One of the most effective ways to transform that environment? Custom commercial window shades. At Made in...
Commercial Window Shades for Your Business
When you’re running a business in West Calgary or Airdrie, every detail counts—from the design of your storefront to the atmosphere inside your office. One often overlooked detail that can make a big impact? Your window treatments. Installing custom commercial window...
What are the differences between roller and solar shades?
Roller shades and solar shades are both types of window coverings, but they have some differences. Materials: Manufacturers typically make roller shades from various fabrics with room darkening materials to block light. Solar shades are created by companies using a...
One of My Favourites Are Natural Shades Alberta
One of my favourite window treatments are Natural Shades Alberta, often referred to as woven woods. These naturally organic and beautifully handwoven natural shades are an elegant way to incorporate earthy, natural fibers into your décor for an organic feel. We just...
Roller shades are a top seller. Here are some things you should know about roller shades to help you achieve the look and function desired.
 Roller shades are a leading seller among window treatments, because they offer a variety of options to meet both functionality and style to match any decor. They are a more modern spin off of their Roman shade cousins and are typically a better price point. When...
How to Prevent Seeing your Neighbor Naked
You love your new home. The two car garage you always wanted, the perfect landscaping, the hardwood floors, and most of all, that view! That beautiful view from your picturesque kitchen window is enough to transport you onto the majestic mountaintop oasis where dirty...
3 Easy Steps to Measure your Windows
3 Easy Steps to Measure your Windows First of all have a good laser measurer or a good tape measure. These tools will avoid frustration for you when the blinds come in. Â Measuring must be precise and depending on the type of blinds there are specific considerations....
3 Reasons to Choose Natural Woven Wood Shades
Natural Woven Wood Shades These are some of the most inviting and natural beauty of the materials used in the blind industry today. Natural Woven Wood Shades are eco friendly - crafted from bamboo reed, slit bamboo, sisal grass and jute material. The wide selection...
Dress to Impress
Dress to Impress What do you do when you have a big meeting at work? How about going for a job interview? Or what about going on that first date? Well you dress to impress! After all, you only get one chance to make a first impression. Everyone wants to make a good...
3 Ways to Conceal a Bad View
3 Ways to Conceal A Bad View What is the trick to hiding a bad hair day? A hat is the easiest way. What about hiding the fact that you only got five hours of sleep the night before a big day? Well under eye concealer is a great go to. Now imagine if it was as easy to...
Don’t Get ‘Blinded’ by Box Stores
Don't Get ‘Blinded’ by Box Stores Do you like to know that someone is always there to care for you? Give you assistance? Provide a protection plan? Made In the Shade South Central Alberta is here to help you every step of the way in your custom window treatment...