Blind ambition

What’s hot in blinds theses day? I According to Mike Muyal, director of marketing for Newell Rubbermaid Canada, which makes Levolor products, Canadians are loving "soft" shades, and moving away from hard window coverings. Soft shades include cellular-type, roller shades and roman blinds. In terms of colours, the taupes and off-whites continue to be popular, perhaps because they’re safe. But more adventurous types are choosing designs and fabrics that add a punch of colour. For example, striped patterns on roman shades are very hot sellers right now. Blinds in stronger solid colours — espresso, black, sage, Dijon, sterling blue, and slate — are also gaining. Whatever colour or pattern you go for, make sure you measure correctly. For good advice, go to Levolor