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Ace Window Fashions

1332 Waukegan Rd
Northbrook, IL 60062 847-770-3900

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Excellent variety at decent prices - Dec 29, 2023

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Window Tech

1351 Shermer St
Northbrook, IL 60062 847-272-0739

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They were wonderful throughout the ordering process, very accurate. Questions... - Dec 30, 2023

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When it comes to decking out your windows, you’ll find so many choices, optional features, and price ranges that it’s easy to get blindsided by the process. Here’s our advice on how to buy the right stuff.

Plantation shutters. Roman shades. Good ol’ curtains. There are so many ways to cover your windows that it’s tempting to just tape newspaper over the panes and be done with it. Here are the best options to block light, keep prying eyes at bay, or just dress up the joint.

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A good piece of furniture deserves a second chance. But if you’re thinking of redoing a sofa, chair, or headboard, first take a dispassionate look and decide whether it will last long enough to justify the cost of reupholstering.

A good painting contractor will produce better results than most DIYers—and finish faster. But because they don't have to pay for their own labor, lots of homeowners grab rollers and brushes. Before taking the painting plunge, consider the following.