In order to create an eco-friendly workplace, be mindful of the furniture, fixtures and appliances you choose. The type of materials required to produce these items, as well as the electricity usage from appliances, are factors to pay attention to. There are plenty of eco-friendly options when it comes to the fabric of your window blinds and shades. Some environmentally friendly fabric options are made with sustainable polyester yarns or fiberglass materials – at
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, our eco-friendly fabric options are all PVC-free. Many of these fabrics are Cradle to Cradle Certified
. In order to earn this certification, fabrics must be recyclable once they reach the end of their product lifecycle. Instead of the product heading to the landfill, it’ll either be recycled or upcycled into something new.
When you think about natural light and how much it affects our moods, you can understand how important it is for students to have access to natural light in classrooms. A study done by Harvard Business Review explained that natural light is the #1 office perk, which would undoubtedly translate to classrooms. The classroom environment [...]
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Hospitals and health care facilities are an integral part of our society and require a variety of window treatments in order for them to be effective. Window treatments support the health and functionality of a building, enabling the workers, caregivers, and patients inside to feel more than just comfortable. Commercial blinds and shades for hospitals [...]
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While they may not stand out as an obvious advantage for businesses at first, motorized blinds actually offer a wealth of benefits. By installing motorized blinds or shades, you can create a work environment that encourages greater productivity and actually increases your savings. Follow along to read more about some of the top benefits of [...]
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One of the most important decisions you can make for your commercial window coverings is deciding which window treatment to choose. While it may seem like a simple decision, there are many factors to consider before making a purchase. While window treatments affect light control, they also impact energy costs, efficiency, and even productivity for [...]
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When it comes to commercial window treatments, both blinds and shades have many advantages. But what exactly are the biggest differences between the two? The right commercial shades or blinds can be key to creating the right environment in your work space, so this article will help you figure out which style is better suited [...]
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Offices have long been increasing their efforts to create healthier environments that promote employee wellbeing. This movement will become more important than ever as offices begin to reopen and employees start to return to their desks. Many offices have already begun incorporating certain upgrades for wellbeing, including wellness spaces or better access to health benefits, [...]
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Designing a smart office isn’t a far-fetched idea, especially now with the rapid advancement of technology. By embracing smart office technology and tools that automate tasks, you can create a more comfortable and productive workplace for your employees. Keep on reading to see smart office design ideas if you’re ready to modernize your work space. [...]
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Regardless of the business, the installation of commercial motorized blinds or shades can add an element of convenience and safety to any space. They can be controlled at the push of a button and help to maintain a consistent and comfortable temperature. They can also play a role in reducing a business’s utility costs and [...]
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The term “going green” is no longer just a clever marketing strategy that businesses use to gain and retain eco-conscious consumers. Instead, companies that emphasize sustainability are widely viewed as legitimate drivers of important social and environmental change. No longer just a catchy slogan, the green building movement, which balances and combines occupant well being, [...]
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