The following are a few of the many reasons why shopping with us simply makes more sense:True Workmanship
We only offer true custom products. These are not factory-direct or storebought items. We frown upon the use of automated labor. Everything that we do is done the way it should be done. Fabrics are measured by hand, custom patterns are designed and hand-crafted by experienced professionals and drapery hems are hand stitched for superior quality. Our only automated tool is the sewing machine. Everything else is done by hand. And yes, even our semi-custom and discount curtains are custom-made after your purchase, not pre-made in mass batches.
Value
If you have informed yourself on the true cost of custom labor, you will find that we have very low prices. In fact, our pricing aim is to be 10 to 30% off the cost of workrooms such as Calico Corners®, Smith and Noble® and others.
Reasonable Turnaround Times
The average process of getting custom window treatments takes about 8 to 12 weeks. With us, it can be done sooner because you buy directly from us. There is no need to tediously schedule consultation appointments or visit several stores to select each product component. With Priority Windows, not only can you design a custom product yourself at your own convenience, but our Help and Info Center is there to guide you and help you as much as a design consultant would. Your time is valuable and we know that.
Quality, High-End Fabrics
Fabrics make all the difference when it comes to custom window treatments. We only use high quality decorator fabrics. If you have ever been to your local decorator fabric store, you may recognize some of the designs that we carry. We carry fabrics made by Waverly®, Richloom®, P. Kaufmann®, Premier Prints®, Covington®, Portfolio Textiles®, Kravet® and many others. We are also generous when it comes to our lining. You will not find thin percale linings or shapeless cotton linings here. We use only high-quality linings and interlinings that are appropriate for the high-end quality of our products.
Matching Products
We carry almost 2,000 fabrics and hundreds of trims that you can coordinate together to finish off your entire room. Custom window treatments, custom bedding, custom pillows, custom table runners, custom shower curtains...the list goes on. Whatever you need, you can find it here.
Trim Options
With hundreds of different trimmings to choose from, you are bound to find a trim that matches our fabrics. These are high-end trims that give off a luxurious sheen. Other competitors seldom offer trims. We offer the latest trims, including beaded trims, which are very popular nowadays.
Unique Sizes
The beauty of custom-made products is that they can be offered in many sizes. Therefore, we also cater to homes with unique, but also challenging windows. No matter how big or small, we have your size. Our drapery lengths range from 60 inches for small windows to 240 inches for those large two-story windows. Many of our valances are available in widths over 200 inches. Our table runners also can be made very long - up to 160 inches to be exact!
Money-Saving Products
Sometimes it is not simply about the cost of a custom window treatment. Sometimes a storebought product can cost more in the long run. Storebought window treatments have a shorter lifespan so they need to be replaced more often. They also have less fullness than a custom window treatment so even though their price is lower, you may end up buying more to dress a window that a single custom curtain could have. Some storebought silk curtains are not interlined. Interlining is essential for silk as silk curtains that are not interlined fade quickly.
Hardware also can sometimes exceed the cost of the product. We have devised products that will save you money on hardware. Many of our extra wide valances and draperies are installed onto medallions, not curtain rods, saving you hundreds, possibly thousands of dollars just because you do not have to purchase a special order curtain rod. This is especially helpful for unique window shapes such as bay windows, bow windows and arched windows.
Helpful Website
Our website is designed to eliminate the need for a pricy consultation. Even if you are a beginner when it comes to home design, the website is designed to be easy to use. Each product only allows you to choose options that are appropriate for it, so you don't have to wonder about questions like, "Will this fabric work for this valance?" or "Can I get this in a wide width?" Likewise, before you make a purchase, you can visit our Help and Info Center to learn how to measure and install, or how to coordinate our custom products with your room. Our inventory is clearly presented with large pictures. If you are not sure what fabrics match, we also offer samples for most of them.
...and lastly:
A Wise Investment
With so many everyday expenses on things that the average American enjoys on a short-term basis, it is good to know that a custom window treatment will last a long time. A well-kept custom window treatment will last over a decade, making it a very wise investment indeed.
| Tina |
04/11/2010 21:24:28
I just thought I'd let you know I got my valance from you guys on Friday and absolutely have to agree with the quality fabrics part! They look so much better "in person" than they do on the computer screen. Thanks!!! |
| Paul Preston |
04/12/2010 14:42:40
Amazing tips! I also have a few of my own regarding window treatment. I do online shopping too so I thought this might be useful {invalid} |
