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	Rollux roller shades Vertilux Collection Vertilux Collection, Miami, FL, presents Rollux roller shades, which combine beauty and high technology. The clutch system makes the operation of raising and lowering the shades easier and offers perfect performance for shades up to 11 pounds. Interchangeable mechanisms are available for ceiling and wall mount. Complete 100 percent plastic construction avoids oxidation. A wide selection of color-coordinated components also is offered.
	Vinyl shutters M & B Window Fashions M & B Window Fashions, Los Angeles, CA, presents vinyl shutters made of exterior-grade PolySatin[TM] vinyl that look like real wood, but won't fade, chip, crack or warp. They're ideal for high-moisture areas such as kitchens and bathrooms. And, they provide great insulation. Choose from two blade sizes and three decorative frame styles.
Turnils, Suwanee, GA, is a single-source provider of slats, materials and components for the fabrication of horizontal wood blinds. Complete packages from headrail to bottomrail including cord-tilt options, rope ladders, fabric tapes and high- or low-profile headrails. Two-inch slats are stocked in basswood, ramin and economical foam wood and packaged for easy transport and storage. The highly popular Highland Timber collection from Vesta Inc., Anderson, SC, now is available in 2 1/2- and three-inch wood poles. Initially introduced for 2 1/4- and 1 3/8-inch wood poles, this line of premium stain-grade wood finials also is ideally suited as newel finials for stair banisters. For free literature, call (800) 638-3782; fax (864) 225-0228; www.VestaAccessories. com. Terry Hinge & Hardware Co., Van Nuys, CA, offers one of the largest and most impressive line of continuous hinges. Hinges in a variety of materials, finishes, lengths and styles are available. The company also offers a cut-to-length program in which any standard stock hinge can be cut and shipped within 48 hours. Terry Hinge also provides in-house design support for all your special hinge needs. Facades[TM] cornices and decorative valances add the finishing touch to window fashions from Hunter Douglas Window Fashions, Upper Saddle River, NJ. Just introduced at the Atlanta show, Facades also can be used as architectural moldings or as crown moldings, chair rails, baseboards or window and door casings. Fabricated of extruded polystyrene using patented design and finishing processes, Facades are more durable and resilient than products made from traditional materials and are environmentally sound as well. The Graber® Exclusively Two-Inch sample book from Springs Window Fashions Division, Inc., Middleton, WI, presents a comprehensive collection of two-inch horizontals with nearly 100 selections on one spread. The book includes Graber Grandeur[TM] aluminum, Lake Forest[TM] and WoodPerfect[TM] faux wood, Traditions[TM] wood and Designer Vinyl collections. Empire Window Fashions, Chatsworth, CA, offers Hunter Douglas Lutex[TM] verticals from the Millenia[TM] Collection. Lutex features a vinyl vane that is translucent by day, gently filtering light for a soft glow even in the closed position. At night, Lutex loses its translucence so you are insured privacy. From traditional to contemporary, Decorative Window Accessories, a division of The Gilded Goose, is known for its designs and value. More than 400 styles, 12 finishes and a variety of colors to choose from. The largest selection of holdbacks, swag holders and jewelry for the home. Affordable, proprietary designs. In stock, quick turnaround and one-day shipping. Made in the United States. Jet Blinds, Santa Ana, CA, introduces Privacy Wood and WoodLook blinds with no rout holes. Jet Lite's patented loop and clip system keeps slats secure and ALIGNed. Slats will not fall out. Unique construction virtually eliminates visible light and reduces friction. Turnils, Suwanee, GA, has available all the components of its European-style Perma Retractable Awning Systems for fabrication in the United States. Ibiza features retractable arms for patios, decks and terraces. Robusta offers heavy-duty construction for larger window areas up to 23 feet. Siesta, for smaller window openings up to 11 1/2-foot widths. Vivisa, a vertical drop awning that functions like a roller shade. All are totally corrosive resistant. Rainbow Industrial Inc., Anaheim, CA, offers a child-safe vertical blind cord weight that locks into position at the window frame or adjacent drywall. The system adjusts to keep sash cord or chain taut to eliminate the hazard of cord loops, yet does not require extra effort to operate. The casing closes with a hidden lock so a child cannot accidentally open it. Both cord and chain can be used with the same shell. Custom plantation shutters from Heirloom Window Furnishings, Houston, TX, feature astragal molding between the panels, full mortise-and-tenon construction and a high-tech acrylic resin paint. An easy-to-read price list, Deco-raming, Magic Tilt, arches, sunbursts, concealed hinges and other specialties are available. WesWood custom shutters from Indian River Shutter Co., Palm City, FL, are constructed of 100 percent basswood and are available in 2 1/2- to 5 1/2-inch louvers, 160 colors and specialty shapes. The pre-assembled, framed units ensure problem-free installation. Innovative Software Systems International (ISSI) offers The Window Shop Professional Blind Fabrication System and The Window Shop Professional Retail Blind System. The Window Shop is Y2K-ready and waiting to bring you into the new millennium. Order a special trial offer and learn why The Window Shop is simply the best window covering software available. Chromagraphic Processing Co., Williamsport, PA, uses technologically advanced equipment to supply its clients with custom sizes and colors. INTERMIX, a computerized coloring system, assists in matching or creating infinite colors and stores custom color formulas for future use. A full line of mini-, micro- and vertical slat material also is stocked in standard colors. Sun Glow Window Covering Products of Canada Ltd., Scarborough, Ontario, Canada, laminates wallpaper or fabric to aluminum vertical blinds with flawless pattern repeats using a unique process that eliminates bubbling or separation. Laminated verticals, available in two- or 3 1/2-inch vanes, can coordinate with other window treatments or an entire room. The casual look of the Roman shade from Window Concepts, Wilson, NC, creates a comfortable yet stylish setting. Built-in quality includes a steel headrail and a concealed bracket mounting system. The shades are light-filtering and allow for privacy; are available in hunter green, white and ivory; meet ANSI regulations; and are merchandised in clear packaging with full-color retail labels. Beauti Vue, Bristol, WI, offers Silhouette® with PowerRise®from Hunter Douglas, which enables the operator to tilt rotating vanes and completely raise and lower shadings with a touch of a button. Powered by standard alkaline batteries housed in the remote control and in either the built-in battery wand in the headrail or a satellite battery pack, this two-channel system allows for individual or sequential operation of shadings in one room. Memory stop option stops shadings at present locations. Touch the softer side of the new Marquis[TM] Collection by Verosol, Pittsburgh, PA. Duchess[TM] Soft Touch double honeycomb cellular shades have a luxurious feel. The spun woven polyester material provides superior insulation as well as an elegant appearance. Duchess is available in 10 new fashionable colors and a full line of specialty shapes. Available from Gulf Coast Window Covering, Houston, TX, is an affordable alternative to wood blinds that looks and feels like real wood. New EverWood[TM] blinds offer all the warmth and beauty of natural wood and resist fading, warping and cracking, even in high humidity. Available in a wide selection of colors, optional decorative tapes, deluxe valance and angled bottomrail for tighter closure. H.T. Barnes Co., Inc., Foley, AL, offers Kirsch custom two-inch faux wood blinds constructed of a combination of basswood and thermoplastics to resist warping, but be easy to clean and environmentally friendly. The solid wood valance, tassels, wand and triangular bottomrail are made of American hardwoods for beautiful detailing. Options include smooth or textured slats, cloth ladder tapes and two cornice styles. Bead Chain® and accessories from Bead Industries, Bridgeport, CT, allow a decorator's imagination and innovation to add style and efficiency to any window treatment. Chains can be used in myriad ways from headrail systems to creative fashion statements. Bead Industries has been offering dependable products since 1914. 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. A helpful catalog including fabric sample racks, fixtures and hangers is free. CACO, Inc., Johnson City, TN, presents Delta Woods two-inch blinds constructed from kiln-dried American hardwoods and offering the best features and option choices available including a new routless feature. One- and two-inch slats and unique valance options are offered. The Faux Wood, manufactured of space-age PVC foam, creates a blemish-free wood-looking product. The Arch Wood arch solution is constructed of wood and PVC foam. Delaware D.G. Co., Newark, DE, presents Pellon® Wonder-Shade®, a unique, no-sew premium shade-backing material that is easy to use. Available by roll or kit, it can be cut lengthwise or crosswise to make finished shades that are room-darkening. On the outside, the shades are white, with no fabric showing through. Inside, the material maintains the decorative fabric's true colors. 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. Silverado Service Co., Calistoga, CA, offers a host of decorative accessories. Wood tassels, cord locks and pulleys are featured. Les Outillage Ricci Inc., Montreal, Quebec, Canada, offers vertical blind components featured in its Vertisystem[TM] component brochure. The blind components are self-lubricating to reduce track system friction and permit uniform ALIGNment. Retractable exterior awnings from Elegant Awnings, South El Monte, CA, feature powder-coated frames, acrylic fabrics and European styling. These durable, yet beautiful awnings are lightweight, easy to install and provide exterior sun protection and elegance. The APM 3000 automatic fastner machine from Fasnap Corp., Elkhart, IN, is designed to provide speed and dependability for large production and assembly runs. The machine handles full-size 24 ligne fastners including the cap and socket, stud and eyelet. It can be set up to run in normal feed with the cap on the bottom and socket on top, or in reverse feed. Emmy Window Creations, Inc., Brooklyn, NY, manufactures custom woven window treatments including verticals, Roman shades, string draperies, valances, cornices and wood blinds. All weaving is done on the premises and under its control. Yarns can be custom dyed to match and slats are offered in popular colors and woods or custom painted. 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. Silverado Service Co., Calistoga, CA, offers a host of decorative accessories. Wood tassels, cord locks and pulleys are featured. Emmy Window Creations, Inc., Brooklyn, NY, manufactures custom woven window treatments including verticals, Roman shades, string draperies, valances, cornices and wood blinds. All weaving is done on the premises and under its control. Yarns can be custom dyed to match and slats are offered in popular colors and woods or custom painted.