In a world where everything changes so rapidly, you and I can get old really fast. I love to use the car analogy to compare the fast changes we are seeing nowadays.
In a car, the windshield is much bigger than the rearview mirror because the...
I attended the International Window Coverings Expo a few weeks ago where I got a chance to speak with a lot of industry professionals.
Professionals who are interior designers, manufacturers, fabricators and more!
Do you want to know...
After a 2 year hiatus without much live interaction we finally had another International Window Covering Expo (IWCE) in Fort Lauderdale, FL last week!
Here are 5 things that I walked away with:
- I taught 2 classes at the 2022 IWCE. A full...
Today, we are going to talk about the importance of networking events and seminars and why attending home shows can help you become a better professional. Consequently leading you to more success!
With the International Window Covering Expo (...
Do you know these 3 crucial window types?
If you're a window treatment installer, you should know these 3 window types and how to work with them!
1. Double Windows: one of the most common types of windows, the double window is a type of window...
Time and time again, I see window covering dealers and workrooms hurting their bottom line. Worse yet, they also risk their reputation and company’s opportunity to impress a client by providing a terrible experience. Like the old saying...
Sometimes, little things can have a big impact in our everyday lives. However, we tend to take those opportunities to improve for granted. I am speaking from experience. In today’s newsletter, I share an example that I did not realize could...
Today is Part 3 (final) of our serie Do you have what it takes? Make sure to check it out Part 1 and Part 2 in case you missed them. We are going to discuss four more qualities that are necessary to become an awesome window treatment installer. In...
In order to become a great installer, you will need to check a few boxes. It is a bit more complex than you may think. I see many people calling themselves window treatment installers, but to me, they are far from it. Just because someone can...
Most of the commercial work I do are small projects such as coffee shops, restaurants and retail stores. These projects mostly use aluminum frame windows.
The good news is that I virtually never use anchors since all screws go into aluminum. The...
Some of my peer installers are tall and can reach most of their installation targets without assistance from a step ladder. I, on the other hand, being only 5’4”, need to use at least a step stool for most jobs.
Since my height cannot...
Wide windows (beyond 7 feet) and roller shades are in high demand these days. Builders and homeowners love big openings for the amount of light they provide in the rooms. However, those large openings create some challenges for window treatment...
