WindowPro Email

HOME 10/21/09 10/08/09 10/07/09 10/06/09 10/05/09 10/02/09 10/01/09 9/29/09 9/28/09 9/27/09 9/26/09 9/25/09 9/24/09 9/23/09 9/22/09 9/21/09 9/20/09 9/17/09 9/15/09 9/14/09 9/11/09 9/09/09 9/08/09 9/07/09 9/06/09 9/05/09 9/04/09 9/03/09 9/02/09 9/01/09 8/31/09 8/28/09 8/27/09 8/26/09 8/25/09 8/24/09 8/23/09 8/22/09 8/20/09 8/19/09 8/18/09 8/17/09 8/16/09 8/15/09 8/14/09 8/13/09 8/12/09 8/11/09 8/10/09 8/07/09 8/06/09 8/05/09 8/04/09 8/01/09 7/01/09 7/31/09 7/30/09 7/29/09 7/28/09 7/27/09 7/26/09 7/25/09 7/24/09 7/23/09 7/22/09 7/20/09 7/18/09 7/16/09 7/15/09 7/14/09 7/13/09 7/12/09 7/09/09 7/08/09 7/07/09 7/06/09 7/05/09 7/03/09 7/02/09 7/01/09 6/30/09 6/29/09 6/28/09 6/25/09 6/24/09 6/23/09 6/22/09 6/19/09 6/17/09 6/16/09 6/11/09 6/10/09 6/09/09 6/08/09 6/05/09 6/04/09 6/03/09 6/02/09 6/01/09 5/30/09 5/28/09 5/27/09 5/26/09 5/23/09 5/22/09 5/21/09 5/20/09 5/19/09 5/18/09 5/16/09 5/14/09 5/13/09 5/12/09 5/11/09 5/9/09 5/8/09 5/7/09 5/6/09 5/5/09 5/4/09 5/1/09 4/30/09 4/29/09 4/28/09 4/25/09 4/24/09 4/23/09 4/22/09 4/21/09 4/20/09

WINDOW-PRO Digest for Friday, September 04, 2009.

1. Re: Put your Roman shade cords on the inside with Kwik Affix lining
2. Using Window Pro to Find a Position
3. Metal Rod
4. Job Opportunity
5. LONG skylight shade
6. duo-tone wood blinds
7. telescoping rods
8. Source for cords and extension poles
9. RE: Duotone wood blinds?
10. R Values for Drapery/Woven wood linings
11. template

----------------------------------------------------------------------

Subject: Re: Put your Roman shade cords on the inside with Kwik Affix lining
From: Rory McNeil <Rory@Tech-Styles.net>
Date: Thu, 3 Sep 2009 16:32:57 -0700
X-Message-Number: 1

Hi Pros,

I received this letter from Jenna Abbott of the WCAA and I thought I would share my response. I
guess you should scroll down first to read the letter.

Hi Jenna,

I have been volunteering my time on the Technical Committee of the WCMA that works in 
conjunction with the CPSC for 5 years and I am very familiar with the current standard and 
the latest provisional standard that specifically outlined new requirements for roman shades.

Here are the specific points that were outlined in the provisional standard on March 1st 
2009. Please note that this Provision Standard was worked on with the cooperation of the 
CPSC.

4.4           In addition to meeting 4.4, the inner cords of Roman style shades shall meet the 
following requirements:

4.4.1      They shall not be accessible.

4.4.2      If they are accessible, they shall incorporate a cord release device that prevents a 
free standing loop from forming.

4.4.3      If they are accessible and do not incorporate a cord release device, all the 
following shall apply:

4.4.3.1  The vertical ring to ring (or cord guide to guide) spacing shall not be greater than 
8", and

4.4.3.2  The cords on the side of the shade shall be 2" or greater from the edge of the 
product, and

4.4.3.3  The product shall include a bottom bar or hem of sufficient weight and rigidity to 
eliminate a free standing loop when the lift cord is pulled and released from any point 
above the first ring/guide above the tie-off point.

There is nothing in this provisional standard that specifically recommends a "construction 
method in which the cords are concealed between the face and the lining fabric."

If you want to obtain a copy of the standard you can download it 
here; http://wcmanet.org/wcmastandard.html

I plan to put your email out on The Window-Pro email Digest. I have subscribed you to the 
free mailing list so you can see the discussion that arises. You can learn more about 
Window-Pro here: www.Window-Pro.org

Best Regards,
Rory McNeil

TechStyles Window Covering Products Inc.
300 N. Graves Ave., Oxnard, Ca. 93030
t: 800 385 3888, f: 800 385 0583
c: 805 407 6562
e: rory@tech-styles.net
w: http://www.tech-styles.net

www.linkedin.com/in/rorymcneil
www.youtube.com/rorymcneil
www.twitter.com/rorymcneil
www.window-pro.org

On Sep 2, , at 6:56 PM     2,   , WCAA - National Office wrote:

Dear Rosa ,
 
Since the news of the large Roman shade recall broke, I have been working with our 
Industry Partners and others in our business to search for ways that you can make your 
shades safer. 
 
The problem with the recalled units appears to be two-fold.  First, the continuous cord loops 
that are used to raise and lower the shades pose a  threat when they are not secured with a tie 
down or wrapped tightly on a cord cleat mounted high on the wall.  Secondly, the exposed 
cords on the back of the shade can be pulled out into a loop which can placed around the 
neck of a child.  
 
In that vein, I want to remind you that Kwik Affix, one of our Industry Partners, has a 
patented shade lining called Thread Thru Lining which comes in a regular and a black out 
style. The lining has woven loops to guide the cords and does not need rings or pull tapes 
so it can be turned around so the loops face the inside.  The cords then run between the 
lining and face fabric.  The face fabric and lining are then bonded at the fold lines with heat 
fusible tapes.
 
Another of our Industry Partners, The Custom Home Furnishings Academy in Charlotte, 
NC has the Thread Thru Lining technique in its curriculum.  You may contact them by 
clicking here.   In addition, you may contact Kwik-Affix  directly if you would like to 
arrange for a seminar in your area or to see a sample of the Thread Thru Lining product.  
 
In closing, no construction method or safety product is 100% foolproof, but here are some 
important things you can do to ensure you are delivering a safer product
 
1.  ALWAYS use a cord cleat or tie down
2.  ALWAYS install the warning tags 
3.  TALK to your customers about cord safety
4.   Use a break away safety tassel
5.  Consider a construction method in which the cords are concealed between the face and 
lining fabrics.
 
I know that you, like me, are extremely concerned about this important issue and I commit 
to keeping you informed as the WCAA learns more.
Best Regards,
 
Jenna Abbott
Executive Director
Window Coverings Association of America
Forward email
 
This email was sent to rorymcneil@aol.com by jenna@wcaa.org.
Update Profile/Email Address | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribeT | Privacy Policy.
Email Marketing by

----------------------------------------------------------------------

Subject: Using Window Pro to Find a Position
From: Sedonagoals@aol.com
Date: Thu, 3 Sep 2009 19:34:39 EDT
X-Message-Number: 2

I'd like to thank the Window Pro forum for responding so quickly to my  
request for a manager/sales window covering position.  On August 16, I sent  an 
email "Is there anyone in the U.S. doing a great business?".

Well,  evidently there are, as I received 10 emails within 2 days from companies  wanting 
an experienced salesperson/manager.  These were from all over the  country; 
Michigan, New Mexico, Texas, Washington, D.C., California and even  Ottawa, 
Canada.

I have accepted a position as Project Manager with Contract  Decor, 
Inc., an international commercial window coverings company based in  
Thousand Palms (Palm Springs), CA.  They bid and manage commercial projects  for 
government entities, hospitals, nursing homes, education facilities,  
entertainment venues, etc., all over the world.  There would have been no  way that 
I would have known about this company (or them about me) if it had not  
been for the Window-Pro web site.  This is a great source to use if you are  
searching for employment and I recommend it highly.

Pat Dixon,  Arizona

----------------------------------------------------------------------

Subject: Metal Rod
From: "T. Scott Stose" <installernow@aol.com>
Date: Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:10:09 -0400
X-Message-Number: 3

*SOAP*

T. Scott Stose
Interior Installations International Incorporated
410 729-2694 Voice
410 262-3741 Cell
P.O. Box 541
Odenton, MD.  21113
USA
InstallerNow@aol.com

----------------------------------------------------------------------

Subject: Job Opportunity
From: "Shades IN Place" <roger@shadesinplace.com>
Date: Fri, 4 Sep 2009 04:45:12 -0400
X-Message-Number: 4

Dear Pros:

We are looking for a GREAT decorator with the following qualifications: 
people-oriented, self starter, self motivated, willing to learn, open to 
continuing education, business oriented, friendly and flexible.

We offer a WIDE range of products and services; current sample books , 
rebate programs to attract more sales, a great installation team, a growing 
company, lots of potential and all the support necessary for you to close any
sale within a friendly environment.

Please send your resume to roger@shadesinplace.com or contact us @ 508-625-1519.

Thank You!

Roger Magalhaes
Shades IN Place
cell 508-904-2108
roger@shadesinplace.com
www.ShadesInPlace.com
www.linkedin.com/in/shadesinplace
Follow Me: http://twitter.com/Shades_IN_Place
 
----------------------------------------------------------------------

Subject: LONG skylight shade
From: "Shades IN Place" <roger@shadesinplace.com>
Date: Fri, 4 Sep 2009 06:38:37 -0400
X-Message-Number: 5

Hi Pros (again):

Looking for a company that offers double cell skylight shades for LONG 
openings: 35 wide x 92+ tall. Please email any contact info. Thanks,

Subject: duo-tone wood blinds
From: "Marty Rakitin" <marty@bambooabbott.com>
Date: Fri, 4 Sep 2009 06:52:01 -0400
X-Message-Number: 6

Beth, I do not know of anyone who has duo-tone slat in wood. We just double 
slat the blind with 2 colors slat, you would have to pick which color ladder 
to use, usually match the room side slat, also the blind will be double 
to the weight to lift.

Marty Rakitin
Bamboo Abbott Florida corp.

----------------------------------------------------------------------

Subject: telescoping rods
From: "Marty Rakitin" <marty@bambooabbott.com>
Date: Fri, 4 Sep 2009 06:59:15 -0400
X-Message-Number: 7

Susan, not much you can do, the telescoping rods we sell have a little plastic piece where the
rods are joined and that kind of helps the rings go over the larger rod. We also have rings with 
a plastic insert inside them which helps a little bit.
For the future, we sell rods in different lengths and have internal splices,
so you would not have the ring problem.

Marty Rakitin
Bamboo Abbott Florida corp.
marty@bambooabbott.com

----------------------------------------------------------------------

Subject: Source for cords and extension poles
From: "Ed Hopkins" <ed@excitingwindows.net>
Date: Fri, 4 Sep 2009 11:33:30 -0400
X-Message-Number: 8

Hi Pros, I am hoping that someone can help us with a source for continuous
cords in odd sizes. We are trying to help a client who has clutch operated
woven wood shades that have a 40" tan continuous cord. None of my normal
sources have this size. Any ideas?

I am also looking for an alternative source for extension poles to operate
skylight shades; it just doesn't make sense to pay what Hunter charges.

Thanks for your help,
Ed

Ed Hopkins
Exciting Windows! by Verticals Etc
122 Lafayette Rd
North Hampton, NH 03862
Showroom 603-964-7282
Cell 603-944-2440
www.excitingwindows.net
Draperies Shutters Blinds Shades
Treasurer, Window Coverings Association of America
Follow me on Twitter, twitter.com/ShutterGy

----------------------------------------------------------------------

Subject: RE: Duotone wood blinds?
From: "Michelle Wollmann" <michelle@affordableblinds.net>
Date: Fri, 4 Sep 2009 09:57:53 -0700
X-Message-Number: 9

Hi Beth,
Lafayette Venetian Blind Co. has a custom stain/paint program.

----------------------------------------------------------------------

Subject: R Values for Drapery/Woven wood linings
From: Rory McNeil <Rory@Tech-Styles.net>
Date: Fri, 4 Sep 2009 11:21:04 -0700
X-Message-Number: 10

Hi Pros,

Im' curious if any one publishes R values for drapery linings. I've  
checked with Hanes but they don't have anything. Are there companies  
out there publishing R values for drapery linings used on drapes and  
roman shades?

Best Regards,
Rory McNeil

TechStyles Window Covering Products Inc.
300 N. Graves Ave., Oxnard, Ca. 93030
t: 800 385 3888, f: 800 385 0583
e: rory@tech-styles.net
w: http://www.tech-styles.net
www.window-pro.org

----------------------------------------------------------------------

Subject: template
From: Brett Balber <brettbalber@sbcglobal.net>
Date: Fri, 4 Sep 2009 15:30:48 -0700 (PDT)
X-Message-Number: 11

What's the name of the company that has template's for arched windows.
Brett Balber Shade, Shades & More 2017 Chouteau Ave. St. Louis, MO 63103

314-241-4798 
314-241-4799 (fax) 
314-397-1235 (cell)

---

END OF DIGEST

---

Home >