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Two-inch Plantation Blinds from Novo Industries, Houston, TX, feature the look of real wood, but without real wood problems. They won't crack, split, peel or warp and feature two-inch moisture-proof vinyl slats. Easy to clean with mild soap and water these blinds are ideal for high-humidity areas such as kitchens and bathrooms. A fashionable assortment of plain, embossed and sandblasted finishes are available with a variety of bottomrail and valance options including 3 1/4-inch Royal, American and Colony decorative plantation valances.

Enrich your horizontal blinds with designer valances and components just introduced by Mariak Industries Inc., Torrance, CA. These new decorative valances are offered in both the Elegante and Classique styles and are stocked in four whites and seven stains. Whites are made of a composite material and are available in 12-foot lengths. As an added bonus, whites have grooves for your return clips. Stains are wood and are available in three- through 10-foot lengths. All whites and stains are designed to match Mariak's current horizontal wood colors. For the installation of these decorative valances, hidden valance tape and clips now are available as well. Springs Window Fashions Division, Inc., Middleton, WI, presents the Graber® Stafford[TM] valance, the newest addition to the Graber family of vertical valances. The Stafford provides a classic look, yet is sturdier and more economical than standard cornices. The corners are mitered and the returns are continuous wrap for crisp, clean corners. The Stafford is available as a single or double valance in a choice of white, ivory, gold and golden oak. Allowing sunlight to softly spill into the room, window treatments of fabric number 9835, from ADO, Spartanburg, SC, are the perfect selection for this home. The burnout design, part of ADO's Fall 2000 Collection, subtly infuses jonquil and salmon geometric designs with tone-on-tone botanical print to create an airy fabric wonderfully inviting to the sea breeze. The five-year guarantee of ADO fabrics to be machine washable, dimensionally stable and colorfast further enhance the allure of their use in coastal areas. ITA, Inc., St. Augustine, FL, introduced its Meridian Home[TM] Capri[TM] woven woods at the International Window Coverings Expo in Baltimore. Capri real wood shades come in Roman and roller shade designs and are made of natural woven fibers including bamboo, rattan, yuke fibers and other exotic woods that filter light to create beautiful patterns of sunlight in a room. Choose from 40 styles and a variety of stains and painted finishes. Woven fabric backings, which create a clean, neutral street-side appearance also are available. The award-winning Serenette[TM] SoftFold[TM] Shadings window ensemble from Hunter Douglas Window Fashions, Upper Saddle River, NJ, adds style, serenity and optimum light control to this wood-paneled country library. Serenette features a patented 4 1/2-inch-wide louver that diffuses and softens light through its unique teardrop shape. Available in a choice of eight woven fabrics from translucent to opaque, the louvers rotate for varying degrees of light control and can be drawn aside for a clear view. Kirsch, Freeport, IL, introduces a new decorative drapery hardware collection, Creative Xpressions. Complete 3/4-inch rod sets come in unique designs with stylish finishes. Easily create fashionable new looks for any home. Use with tab tops, panels, café treatments and scarfs and have an endless array of possibilities for all your windows. Distinguish any window treatment with the new, exclusive collection of decorative valances from Daylight Ltd., Feasterville, PA. This decorative valance system is available in four stock sizes, each in nine popular colors to provide customers with a major upgrade for a minor investment. On-Site Drapery Cleaning & More, Hayden Lake, ID, offers a new window cleaning process and special tool specifically designed for cleaning Luminette Privacy Sheers.® The process guarantees no shrinkage or damage. International Wood Shutters, Inc., Tampa, FL, presents custom wood shutters in six standard stains, five painted colors and custom-matched finishes. Custom poly-satin vinyl shutters are fabricated in standard white and almond. The Final Touch custom arch unit has a framed open channel to accommodate moveable vinyl shutter louvers. ShutterSmart from US Polymers, Commerce, CA, is built with a wood core and covered in vinyl, giving solid construction while eliminating the aging effects of wood. The combination delivers unmatched elegance and durability. Superior through its patented design. ShutterSmart is the smart choice in shutters. The KS System from Forest Group USA, Inc., Acworth, GA, is a slimline aluminum powder-coated track system applicable for commercial and residential use. It is easy to bend for wall and ceiling mounting, and offers a complete, versatile system. The latest parts catalog from Satellite Metal, Inc., Sainte-Laurent, Quebec, Canada, details its entire line of hardware and components. The luxurious faux wood blinds from Lotus & Windoware, Anaheim, CA, makes any window beautiful. Their classy good looks combined with static- and fade-resistant materials make them the perfect complement to any window. Available in 106 stock sizes. The finest quality wood and finish are available in the Con-40 Collection of custom wood blinds from Suncoast Window Treatments, Inc., Tampa, FL. Special formulated waterborne paint offers a harder, more durable and scratch resistant finish. The blinds are offered in a wide selection of stain and painted colors. HighLite Operable Arch, Inc., Dallas, TX, offers operable highlight arches, the most affordable wood arches on the market. They are easy to operate and feature a matching wand. Easy to install and super efficient, these arches are available in a wide array of colors and stains (custom matching available). The arches also are offered in specialty shapes (eyebrows) and non-operable models. No templates necessary; 10-day production. U.S. patent #5564229. New from Conso Products Co., Union, CS, is the valance board kit, an exciting no-sew treatment system. Included are the valance board, brackets, pins, instructions and yardage requirements and one pattern capable of three designs. All the consumer adds is fabric and trimmings. Olympian Wood Blinds from M & B Window Fashions, Los Angeles, CA, are available in one-, two- and three-inch slat sizes in 38 decorative paints, stains and finishes. More than 50 optional solid and decorative tapes are offered along with two decorative valance styles. Limited lifetime warranty. Skandia Window Fashions, Tallahassee, FL, introduces Intrigue, the newest product addition. Intrigue, a two-inch faux wood blind, delivers three slat options: I-flat, S-curve and L-privacy. Each blind is constructed on a 1 1/2-inch low profile aluminum headrail and features a trapezoidal bottomrail that rolls to accommodate the slats upon closing, keeping a fit that controls light leakage. Highland Lumber Sales Inc., Anaheim, CA, is one of the West Coast's largest stocking distributors of shutter components. All items are custom-made at its Anaheim facility and can be shipped to any destination within 24 hours. One- and two-inch wood blinds from Richview Window Coverings, Duluth, GA, are available in 14 natural hardwood selections with a choice of two-inch fabric color tapes and a cord tilter option. Quick lead times and economical prices are offered. Silverado Services Co., Calistoga, CA, presents wood-style shades in a wide variety of styles. Choose from woven wood and bamboo matchstick styles in many colors to complement any decor. Slatwall paneling, recognized by retailers for its appearance benefits, is available from industry supplier CALHOOK[TM] TMS, Kent, WA. Slatwall is available in a variety of finishes, along with the specialized sample display fixtures used on it. Designers and decorative products retailers also will find a complete one-stop resource for bags, gift wrap and other point-of-purchase supplies. A helpful catalog including fabric sample racks, fixtures and hangers is free. Let's talk pillows. If your customers demand quality, consistency, competitive pricing and quick ship service, look no further. For over a decade, professional decorators and crafters have relied on Soft-Tex Mfg., Cohoes, NY, for their pillow insert needs: Popinjay® won't lump or clump; Stuffy is priced with profit in mind; Soft-creations is filled with synthetic microfiber; and feather and down for those who insist on all natural fill. Complete custom manufacturing services for most types of draperies, bedspreads, top treatments and accessories are available from Merrill Y. Landis, Ltd., Telford, PA. For unique home fashions, designs can vary from ornate to simple. Specialty shapes and sizes also are available. The Window Coverings Association of America (WCAA) is the only national non-profit trade association dedicated to the retail window coverings industry and to the dealers, decorators and designers who are its members. WCAA presents the Certified Window Treatment Consultant Program at major industry trade shows. See what a difference membership can make.