It?s summertime and summer is made for enjoying the outdoors with friends and family. When it gets too hot, rather than retreating back indoors, why not fight back against the heat by bringing the comforts and convenience of the indoors to your very own backyard? If you?re like most homeowners, you love spending time in your backyard. It is your own little kingdom in many ways and it?s yours to customize as you see fit. We highly recommend installing a set of exterior shades like the Pergotendas system from Corradi! Let?s learn more about the benefits and possibilities that these top notch solar shades have to offer? Ok, Just What Exactly Are Exterior Shades? Exterior shades are specialized types of shades that are made especially for use in the out of doors. They are hardened to withstand moisture and the elements including harsh UV rays from the sun. They are made to be outside 24/7 as opposed to inside like your typical shades and blinds. These can be used in a variety of different ways and styles. You can attach them vertically to the sides of your deck to provide shade to the sides of your seating area or you can attach them horizontally above your outdoor patio or deck area to provide protection from direct overhead sun. These are typically retractable and can be automated and connected to smart devices as well. There are so many options they are virtually endless. Pergotendas From Corradi Pergotendas sound like an enticing Italian sweet delicacy, but it is actually the name of one of Corradi?s marquee exterior shades products. The Pergotenda line of products from Corradi offer retractable roof systems that can fit your needs whether they be commercial or residential or all of the above. They have both wood, and aluminum designs that can help maximize the use of your restaurant or coffee shop patio or perfect the level of luxury in your own backyard. The special thing about Corradi?s Pergotendas is that they are stand alone semi-permanent structures that provide top down vertical shade from overhead light, year round. The shades themselves are crafted rotating blades that can be adjusted by remote control or smart device to create the perfect microclimate to fit your needs. Benefits Of Exterior Solar Shades Exterior solar shades help you live your outdoor life to the absolute fullest. They absorb and reflect dangerous summer heat, keep your backyard more livable and fun for entertaining, and create a beautiful ambiance. They also help to protect and elongate the life of your outdoor furniture and flooring. Installing them is really a win win! Conclusion Contact us today to purchase a Pergotenda from Corradi or to learn more about this great product and other similar products we have on offer. If you?re curious about any of our products or services, then we are absolutely here to help. We proudly provide, install, and service blinds, shades, shutters and exterior shades for families all across the Treasure Valley. Give your home a great present this year and give us a call.
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Ever wanted a state of the art multi-purpose workshed for your backyard? Well, now?s your chance! We are partnering with the Snake River Valley BCA Professional Women in Building (PWB) again for this year?s summer She Shed raffle. Tickets are on sale now through July 14th, 2022 and the proceeds go to a great cause. Read more to learn about how you can support your local PWB chapter and possibly win a spectacular shed! For Starters, What Is The PWB? The Snake River Valley BCA Professional Women in Building (PWB) is a diverse network of home building industry professionals representing the entire spectrum of work in residential construction. The Snake River Valley Professional Women in Building Council (PWB) Encourages professional development to advance the interest and opportunities for women, empowering and promoting growth and equality of women throughout the construction and architecture related fields. More About The Raffle There are a lot of important details to know, so we are going to lay them all out here. If you have any other questions or want to place an order for tickets, give us a call and we can help. Tickets must be purchased before July 14th, 2022 Cost is $50 per ticket Winner will be drawn at the end of July, 2022 You don?t have to be present to win Tickets will be mailed to you after purchase Proceeds go to the PWB college scholarship program Click this link to purchase tickets online More Information On The Shed The shed itself is a sight to see! Beautiful and sturdy inside and out. Check out their Facebook page to see photos . The 2022 SRVBCA Professional Woman in Building She Shed was primarily built by women locally from around the Treasure Valley. This shed would be a perfect place for a craft room, gardening shed, sports shed, workplace and tool shed, art room, and so much more. The raffle is for the PWB Scholarship Fund to help support youths who are going into the residential trades. For more information, contact the SRVBCA . Here are the shed details: Framed with 2 x 6 studs. R21 insulation Large footprint (8ft x 8ft x 10 1/2ft to peak) Architectural Shingles Vaulted Ceiling with Fan Overhead lighting inside Sink with water hookup Countertop workspace LVP Flooring Electrical connection with USB Port Blinds on the windows (provided and installed by Blind Appeal!) Smart lock on the front door Under counter lighting For A Good Cause The raffle is for the PWB Scholarship Fund to help support young women who are going into the residential trades. Supporting your community and getting a chance to win a great new shed? It?s a win win! Our Sincerest Thanks We would like to thank everyone who donated to this project, without your donations, this would not have been possible. Several local businesses stepped up and helped make this possible as well. We would like to recognize them here: Bradshaw Construction Builders FirstSource SunPro Franklin Building Supply Hayden Homes Treasure Valley Solutions Partners Insulation, LLC Blind Appeal (Denise Van Artsdalen is a board member of the PWB!) PortaPros Pacific North Contractors Desert Sage Wall Systems Conclusion Contact us today to purchase a raffle ticket or to learn more about this great opportunity to help a good cause in our community. If you?re curious about any of our products or services, then we are absolutely here to help. We proudly provide, install, and service blinds, shades, shutters and exterior shades for families all across the Treasure Valley. Give your home a great present this year and give us a call.
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We are so excited to announce that we have officially changed the structure of our office staff! We can?t wait to share with you the changes and what that will mean for the company moving forward. But first, let?s talk about shades. Now that summer is in full swing, it might be time for you to invest in some energy saving and money saving shades for your home or office. Our stylish and energy efficient honeycomb shades can fit on any door or window and are the perfect addition to your home?s energy efficiency upgrade suite. They create a pocket of cool air between your home?s inner rooms and the outside elements. This helps to insulate you from the heat outside thanks to the specialized closed cell design, saving you on your energy bills year round. Learn more here. Our Office Staffing Changes They say that the only true constant is change and that is no lie when it comes to business. We have decided to make some interesting and impactful changes to our staffing at the main office space, aka the headquarters. Here are the bullet points of our staffing movements and details behind the moves. *Katy has been moved to the Office Administrator position for the four other office staff. She was formerly the Office Manager. *Mandy has been moved from Administrative Assistant to Account Executive. *Jade has been hired as another Account Executive, making a total of two in the office. *Account Executives are responsible for their own group of sales associates. Mandy is responsible for Wes, John, and Skyler. Jade is responsible for Ryan, Mike, and Nichole. They will help the sales associates take care of their customers with the utmost of diligence. They will communicate during the pre and post engagement period with introductions while extending a helping hand for any of their needs or questions. They will also track orders, reorders, and generally fulfill client and employee needs. This was developed to help our team better serve our customers! *Sarah is our new Office Specialist and is responsible for answering phones and scheduling. She will also be forwarding calls and messages to other team members. *Brook?s position remains unchanged as an Administrative Assistant. * Here is a link to the updated staffing pages with new photos of the team! Conclusion This is a great time of year to invest in your happiness by upgrading your home?s window coverings. That was just a taste of all of the exciting things going on in our office. Looking for a great deal or promotion on blinds or window coverings? Check out our ?Current Promotions? page here where you can find all of our exciting deals like discounts, rebates, and extras. Contact us today to speak with one of us and get your free consultation for your home or business. If you?re curious about any of our products or services, then we are absolutely here to help. We proudly provide, install, and service blinds, shades, shutters and exterior shades for families all across the Treasure Valley. Give your home a great present this year and give us a call.
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We are so excited to announce that we are publishing a new and updated version of our official Blind Appeal company brochure. Inside you will find all sorts of great information about our company and our latest suite of products and services as well as a special coupon for 10% off your next purchase towards window coverings. In today?s article we?re going to cover some of the great things you can find in the brochure as well as our excellent product lines available in 2022. In The Brochure: About Us Blind Appeal is a family owned and operated business that has been serving the Treasure Valley and surrounding areas since 2007. We are always working to deliver our customers the very best in quality blinds, shades, shutters, custom draperies, and beyond. One of our chief goals is to bring the showroom experience directly to you, the consumer, all in the comfort and convenience of your own home. With our free, no obligation estimates, you can rest assured that you are getting the best value and expertise for your dollar. In The Brochure: A Free 10% Off Coupon Yes, that?s right! Just for picking up and reading our new updated brochure, we are ready to give you a 10% discount on your next purchase with us. Whether it?s blinds, shades, shutters, exterior retractable shades or just about anything else on offer (restrictions apply, contact us for details), you can look forward to an even better price on our products than we already deliver. Contact us for more information and get your order in the works today! In The Brochure: Backing The Broncos! Hey, it can?t be all work, right? While we love to work hard, we also love to play hard and that is reflected in our love for Bronco football. We are proud Home Team Sponsors of BSU Athletics and we don?t miss a game. Many of our Blind Appeal team members are BSU alumni, go Broncos! In The Brochure: Community Involvement As we are a part of the community, we love to also give back to the community that has been so generous to our family over the years. Here are some of the local organizations that we love to support. Boise Rescue Mission Ministries Snake River Valley Builders and Contractors Association Shop with a Cop Professional Women Builders Boise Regional Realtors Business Network International (BNI) Mission Aviation Fellowship ?Paint the Town? Stanton Healthcare Nampa Chamber Conclusion This is a great time of year to invest in your happiness by upgrading your home?s window coverings. That was just a taste of all of the exciting things you can find in our newly updated brochure. Looking for a great deal or promotion on blinds or window coverings? Check out our ?Current Promotions? page here where you can find all of our exciting deals like discounts, rebates, and extras. Contact us today to speak with one of us and get your free consultation for your home or business. If you?re curious about any of our products or services, then we are absolutely here to help. We proudly provide, install, and service blinds, shades, shutters and exterior shades for families all across the Treasure Valley. Give your home a great present this year and give us a call.
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The Professional Women in Building (PWB) is an excellent non-profit association that seeks to help empower, educate, support, and celebrate women in the building industry. At Blind Appeal, we are proud to be involved with the PWB that is part of the Snake River Valley BCA which currently has 68 members. Members of the SRVBCA are eligible to be a member of the PWB. We even have a member of our company on their Board Of Directors! The PWB is an active and energetic organization that has helped thousands of women excel and become passionate about the building industry and beyond. Our local chapter has been around since 1980 and has been thriving ever since! In today?s blog, we?re going to learn a little more about the PWB and the great benefits it provides to our community. Mother?s Day Picnic Baskets Fundraiser This year, the PWB did an outrageously fun and successful fundraiser that any mom would love. They built dozens of high quality wooden picnic baskets that folded out into a delightful little table. These baskets were then stuffed with goodies provided by local sponsors and sold as part of the fundraiser. (Think wine, cheese, bread and other treats!). The proceeds all went to the SRVBCA Professional Women in Building Scholarship fund which helps young women around the U.S. achieve their dreams of getting a higher education and pursuing a career in the building industry. Want to buy one and see pictures? Learn more by checking out their Facebook page here . Hurry, supplies won?t last for long. Shed Fundraiser Not only are they building excellent picnic baskets filled with treats, they are also putting together a custom made shed and raffling it off to the highest bidder! The proceeds will all also go to the PWB scholarship fund. Watch their Facebook page for more information. Meeting Information If you or someone you know is interested in joining this organization or even volunteering at one of their many events, then here are some details on how you can do just that. To join, you can attend one of their regular meetings which are held monthly on the second Friday from 12pm to 1pm. Check out their event calendar here to get signed up for the next luncheon. To become a member, the dues are just $60.00 per year, and you will need to fill out an application form. For membership questions, contact Jennifer Jenkins at (208) 699-4597. Conclusion This is a great time of year to get involved in this wonderful organization. We hope you enjoyed learning a little more about the PWB and what they have been doing for our community for many years. Looking for a great deal or promotion on blinds or window coverings? Check out our ?Current Promotions? page here where you can find all of our exciting deals like discounts, rebates, and extras. Contact us today to speak with one of us and get your free consultation for your home or business. If you?re curious about any of our products or services, then we are absolutely here to help. We proudly provide, install, and service blinds, shades, shutters and exterior shades for families all across the Treasure Valley. Give your home a great present this year and give us a call.
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Exterior solar shades are really useful, practical, and great looking! They are the perfect upgrade to your current setup or they make an excellent choice when building a new home from the ground up. No matter the climate or the location, exterior solar shades can help you take your shade game to the next level. Let?s learn a little more about them, shall we? What Are Exterior Solar Shades ? These are specialized shades that are affixed to the outside of our house that help create a semi enclosed indoor-outdoor living area like a screened in porch, or patio, or balcony. They allow you to relax in your furnished outdoor area without having to suffer direct sunlight and they help prevent bugs and reduce wind. All in all, they are a perfect addition to your backyard, balcony, or patio! What Do They Do? They do so much! They help to reduce incoming heat from the sun, block harsh sunlight, cut energy costs, and grant privacy in all of your semi-outdoor areas. Solar shades also help to extend the life of your furniture and decorations by blocking the sun?s harmful UV rays. They accomplish all of this while still allowing you to keep your original view of the great outdoors. You get all of the benefits of relaxing outside but none of the drawbacks. Try some out on your home today. Three Great Options For Your Screens! The first type is called a Zip Screen. This is best for outdoor room enclosures and helps prevent color fade on furniture by blocking up to 90% of the sun?s harmful heat and glare. They also provide fantastic insect protection. The last thing you want is a bunch of little flying critters trying to land in your food or drinks while relaxing out on your beautiful patio! The second type is called a Self Storing Solar Screen which helps to filter out harmful UV rays and conveniently retracts into a self-storing cassette style hood. They provide the full outdoor experience when you want it and can be deployed at a moment?s notice for when you don?t. The third we want to showcase is the Corradi USA Exterior Solar Screen system. These solve virtually every outdoor and indoor sun protection need. These are perfect for residential or commercial needs including offices, restaurants, hotels, or home patios. Conclusion This is a great time of year to invest in your happiness by upgrading your exterior shade experience. You will appreciate just how nice and inviting your backyard dining area will look afterwards! Looking for a great deal or promotion on blinds or window coverings? Check out our ?Current Promotions? page here where you can find all of our exciting deals like discounts, rebates, and extras. Contact us today to speak with one of us and get your free consultation for your home or business. If you?re curious about any of our products or services, then we are absolutely here to help. We proudly provide, install, and service blinds, shades, shutters and exterior shades for families all across the Treasure Valley. Give your home a great present this year and give us a call.
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Pergotenda. It sounds a little bit like a delicate Italian dessert, but it is actually the next evolution of outdoor retractable roof systems. For the savvy business owner looking to enhance their dining space or the homeowner who loves to entertain outdoors, the Pergotenda by Corradi has something for everyone. The Pergotenda by Corradi is the right choice for today?s informed consumer. Let?s learn more about the different features to choose from! Overview: Pergotendas In A Nutshell To put it simply, a Pergotenda is a featured packed pergola that has a motorized retractable roof. These aren?t your grandaddy?s pergolas, though! These are made with the top of the line construction materials and can be customized in a number of different ways. They can even be controlled remotely by a handheld control or through a connected smart device. Some Pergotenda models feature a roof structure made from louvered aluminum slats, much like vertical blinds but they are laid out horizontally instead of vertically. You can control the rotation angle of the blades at any time in order to produce the shade level and coolness level you desire. This enables your outdoor living and entertaining spaces to be comfortable all year round. Enjoy your own custom microclimate set to your needs. Welcome to the 21st century, pergolas! Commercial Applications The Pergotenda isn?t just the perfect fit for your home?s outdoor entertainment space but it is great for businesses looking to enhance their dining area and impress their guests as they shop, dine, and chat in a perfectly temperature controlled space. Corradi offers several excellent Pergotenda models made for commercial businesses to deploy. The Kubo model is a freestanding Pergotenda that is modular and expandable and feature rich. Each Kubo is its own freestanding structure about 20 feet wide and 20 feet deep. They can be easily joined together to make a longer or wider space as you see fit. Businesses can even install blinds on the sides of each Kubo module so that you can have the look and feel of ?walls? while still remaining outside. The key is customization and automation. The Pergotenda is there to fit your needs as a business owner that best serves your customer and your bottom line. Invest in your business?s future with a Kubo Pergotenda by Corradi. Conclusion This is a great time of year to invest in your happiness by upgrading your pergola experience. You will appreciate just how nice and inviting your backyard dining area will look afterwards! Looking for a great deal or promotion on blinds or window coverings? Check out our ?Current Promotions? page here where you can find all of our exciting deals like discounts, rebates, and extras. Contact us today to speak with one of us and get your free consultation for your home or business. If you?re curious about any of our products or services, then we are absolutely here to help. We proudly provide, install, and service blinds, shades, shutters and exterior shades for families all across the Treasure Valley. Give your home a great present this year and give us a call.
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We can get so caught up in spring cleaning craziness that we often forget to clean that which is right in front of us: our blinds and window treatments. They are often overlooked or put off until later when doing annual spring cleaning, which is a shame because clean and dust free blinds look so great! So, here is your annual public service announcement: don?t forget to clean your blinds and window coverings this year while spring cleaning! Now that that is on your to-do list, let?s go over some great ways in which you can maximize your cleaning potential when it comes to blinds. Blinds Cleaning Method #1: Sock It To Me! Don?t have a blind cleaning attachment on your vacuum? Don?t worry! We?ve got you covered. Take an old (clean) sock and place it over your hand and then spray it with one or two spritzes of warm water and start cleaning! Wipe from side to side with the blinds fully closed at first, and then reverse the direction of the blinds and wipe the other side. Finish by going over them with a completely dry sock or microfiber cloth to get the last little bits of dust and debris. Don?t forget to sweep or vacuum afterwards because cleaning several sets of dusty blinds can put a lot of dust particles in the air and they will settle on the ground and make a mess on the floor after a while. Method # 2: How To Clean Cellular & Honeycomb Shades To clean your cellular and honeycomb shades, you will need a few different items that you may have lying around the house or they can be picked up at your local big box store. You will need a microfiber cloth, a can of compressed air (like for cleaning computer keyboards etc.), a bowl of lukewarm water with about 1 tablespoon of dish soap, and a vacuum with a brush attachment. Once you have those things, then follow these cleaning steps. Step 1. Dusting your cellular shades. Take your microfiber cloth and gently wipe the front and back of your shades from top to bottom. You may have to take the cloth outside a few times to shake the dust out. Use the can of compressed air to blow out any dust or debris within the honeycomb pockets. You will probably want to vacuum or sweep the floor afterwards as it will kick up a lot of dust. Step 2. Spot cleaning Now take your microfiber cloth and get it wet in the soapy water dish. Use the cloth to spot clean any apparent dirt patches or stains on the shades. You may have to scrub each area a few times to get stuck on grime out. Don?t be too harsh though, as that can ruin or misshape the fabric. Step 3. Vacuuming Once you have finished spot cleaning, take your vacuum with the brush attachment to the shades again starting from top to bottom. Use the lowest suction setting if possible. Once you have vacuumed both sides, then you should be done! Enjoy your new clean shades! Conclusion This is a great time of year to break out the cleaning supplies and give your window coverings, especially blinds, a good spring cleaning to keep them looking fresh and beautiful for months to come. You will appreciate just how fresh and clean your home will look afterwards! Of course, now that your home is all clean, it?s time to plan a party to show it off. Looking for a great deal or promotion on blinds or window coverings? Check out our ?Current Promotions? page here where you can find all of our exciting deals like discounts, rebates, and extras. Contact us today to speak with one of us and get your free consultation for your home or business. If you?re curious about any of our products or services, then we are absolutely here to help. We proudly provide, install, and service blinds, shades, shutters and exterior shades for families all across the Treasure Valley. Give your home a great present this year and give us a call.
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