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		<title>Motorization</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Apr 2011 03:56:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>The Blind Butler</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes time to decide whether you want your custom window treatments with a motorized operating system, convenience is a key consideration–but it is not the only one. Enhanced safety is another benefit. As is greater energy efficiency. Below, you can browse the benefits of all our motorized operating systems. You can also watch [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes time to decide whether you want your  custom window treatments with a motorized operating system, convenience  is a key consideration–but it is not the only one. Enhanced safety is  another benefit. As is greater energy efficiency. Below, you can browse  the benefits of all our motorized operating systems. You can also watch a  video presentation highlighting key features and download Guides for  more details.</p>
<p>Virtually every Hunter Douglas product can be  outfitted with a motorized system–we offer the most innovative  technology in the industry. The system appropriate for your custom  window coverings depends mostly on the type of product you purchase.  Some systems raise and lower window treatments and adjust slats, vanes  and louvers, while others move the window covering from side to side,  rotating vanes and louvers.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.hunterdouglas.com/product-option.jsp?id=162">PowerTilt™ with Platinum™ Technology</a></p>
<p>The PowerTilt battery-powered system easily  tilts slats open or closed. To use the &#8216;point and press&#8217; method, simply  point the remote at the satellite eye and press the UP or DOWN button to  tilt the slats. Or select a group (or groups) of window coverings to  tilt together, even in multiple rooms. The perfect solution for  outfitting your home with motorized window blinds. <a href="http://www.hunterdouglas.com/product-option.jsp?id=162">Learn more about PowerTilt with Platinum Technology</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.hunterdouglas.com/product-option.jsp?id=163">PowerGlide<sup>®</sup> with Platinum™ Technology</a></p>
<p>Our PowerGlide motorized lifting system allows you to open and close the sheers and rotate the fabric vanes of your Luminette<sup>®</sup> Privacy Sheers or Alustra<sup>®</sup> Luminette Privacy Sheers. To use the &#8216;point and press&#8217; method, simply  point the remote at the satellite eye and press the UP or DOWN button.  Or select a group (or groups) of window coverings to move together, even  in multiple rooms. <a href="http://www.hunterdouglas.com/product-option.jsp?id=163">Learn more PowerGlide with Platinum Technology</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.hunterdouglas.com/product-option.jsp?id=164">PowerRise<sup>®</sup> with Platinum™ Technology</a></p>
<p>Our PowerRise motorized lifting system  allows you to easily raise or lower individual window shadings. To use,  point the remote at the receiver eye (either built into the headrail or  on a satellite eye) and press the UP or DOWN button to operate the  window covering. Or select a group (or groups) of window coverings to  move together, even in multiple rooms. <a href="http://www.hunterdouglas.com/product-option.jsp?id=164">Learn more about PowerRise with Platinum Technology</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.hunterdouglas.com/product-option.jsp?id=165">Hard-Wired</a></p>
<p>With our hard-wired technology, window  coverings can be controlled via the elegant, contemporary-styled  Platinum™ wall-switch with optional Platinum remote or through any home  automation system.<a href="http://www.hunterdouglas.com/product-option.jsp?id=165">Learn more about our hard-wired technology</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.hunterdouglas.com/product-option.jsp?id=167">Tilt-Only, Full Tilt and Traverse</a></p>
<p>Our motorized Tilt-Only technology is available with the PermAlign<sup>®</sup> and PermaTrak<sup>®</sup> Headrails to provide motorized vane rotation for window blinds. Two  vertical blind motorization options include an infrared remote control  unit, or a table or wall mountable switch unit.</p>
<p>Our Full Tilt and Traverse motorization for  vertical blinds is available with switch control, remote control or a  combination of both. The full tilt and traverse system is available with  the Specialty Systems headrail. <a href="http://www.hunterdouglas.com/product-option.jsp?id=167">Learn more about our Tilt-Only, Full Tilt and Traverse technology</a></p>
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		<title>Rolling Shutters</title>
		<link>http://www.theblindbutler.com/blog/?p=24</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2011 21:05:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>The Blind Butler</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Rolling Shutters]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Rolling Shutters improve your home’s security. They deter intruders with their aluminum construction and standard BLOCKSUR™ locks. The BLOCKSUR™ is an innovative new self-locking solution added to our rolling shutters for increased protection. With the new BLOCKSUR™ downward force is exerted on the shutter reducing light and increasing the security. In fact, rolling shutters are recognized by [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Rolling Shutters  			improve your home’s security.<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br />
</span> </strong>They deter intruders with their  			aluminum construction and standard BLOCKSUR™ locks. The BLOCKSUR™ is  			an innovative new self-locking solution added to our rolling  			shutters for increased protection. With the new BLOCKSUR™ downward  			force is exerted on the shutter reducing light and increasing the  			security.</p>
<p>In fact, rolling shutters are  			recognized by law enforcement agencies as a major deterrent to  			crime. For added convenience, choose a key switch entry or integrate Rolling Shutters with your home automation system.</p>
<p><strong>Rolling Shutters  			protect you from the weather.<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br />
</span></strong>Rolling Shutters also provide  			significant money savings by reducing energy costs in your home or  			business. Our shutters give you a &#8220;dead air space&#8221; (the space  			between the window and the shutter), which is the most important  			aspect of insulation effectiveness. While the sun can produce  			temperatures in excess of 165° through windows and glass doors,  Rolling Shutters eliminates 99% of the sun&#8217;s rays from ever  			reaching inside. Stopping the heat can save up to 60% on the cost of  			cooling the interior space.<br />
Conversely, 47% of heat loss during the winter occurs through these  			same openings. Rolling Shutters provide an excellent barrier  			against this heat loss, utilizing the same &#8220;dead air space&#8221; and foam  			filled aluminum slats. In addition to these energy saving benefits, Rolling Shutters&#8217; affordable pricing adds to the overall  			value and aesthetics of your home, making your purchase both an  			immediate and long-term investment.</p>
<p><strong>Rolling Shutters give  			ultimate privacy.<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br />
</span></strong>Roll your shutters down  			so prying eyes can’t see in. Put them in the “vented” position and  			enjoy gentle light filtering into the room without all the heat.   			Shutters also help reduce disturbing noises from outside. With  			rolling shutters you are in control of your environment.</p>
<p><strong>You are in control.<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br />
</span></strong> We exclusively  			use Somfy motors and controls in all of our products. Somfy is the  			world leader in retractable controls. Choosing the perfect  			combination of controls provides convenience to match your  			lifestyle.</p>
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<li> Simple  				designer switches</li>
<li> Remote  				controls</li>
<li> Home  				automation interface</li>
<li> Timers</li>
<li> Manual  				Overrides</li>
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<p>We can set up  			a system to run one shutter or any number of shutters from one  			location or multiple locations.  We are professional solar control  			experts and we can help you design the system you need. For more  			information on controls see the *TECHNICAL* section.</p>
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		<title>The Benefits of Fabric Awnings&#8230;..</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jan 2011 05:49:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>The Blind Butler</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Awnings]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[I invite you to explore my website to discover the benefits of fabric awnings and to find ideas for awnings for your home. Awnings are an affordable home accessory that will enhance a beautiful backyard, help to reduce energy cooling costs and provide protection from the sun&#8217;s damaging rays as well as inclement weather. Fabric [...]]]></description>
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<div>I invite you to explore my website to discover the benefits of fabric awnings and to find ideas for awnings for your home.</p>
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<p>Awnings are an affordable  home accessory that will enhance a beautiful backyard, help to reduce  energy cooling costs and provide protection from the sun&#8217;s damaging rays  as well as inclement weather.</p>
<p>Fabric Awnings for Homes:</p>
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<p>• Save you money by reducing your home&#8217;s energy consumption</p>
<p>• Offer a long-term outdoor space solution at a lower cost than a home addition</p>
<p>• Create an upscale outdoor living room with shape, dimension and color that fits your home decor</p>
<p>• Provide customized control for when you want the sun and when you don&#8217;t</p>
<hr size="1" noshade="noshade" />&#8220;Awnings can directly  affect energy use by simply blocking the sun. heat gain through windows  is one of the main reasons why buildings need air conditioners&#8230; In  some climates you can save 20 to 25% of your cooling energy just by  using awnings.&#8221; &#8212; John Carmody, Director, Center for Sustainable Building Research, University of Minnesota</div>
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		<title>Plantation Shutters</title>
		<link>http://www.theblindbutler.com/blog/?p=11</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 11 Dec 2010 03:59:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>The Blind Butler</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Have you thought about your &#8220;Heating Bill&#8221; this winter? What is the temperature on your thermostat? These are normal concerns during the winter months. Many people today presume that leaving the front door open too long will let all the heat out from your home. It is true to some degree. However the biggest problem [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you thought about your<strong> &#8220;Heating Bill&#8221;</strong> this winter? What is the temperature on your thermostat? These are normal concerns during the winter months. Many people today presume that leaving the front door open too long will let all the heat out from your home. It is true to some degree. However the biggest problem most homes have are inefficient windows and window coverings. This is where Plantations Shutters come in. If you want to keep the Heat inside your home then you need to consider putting in Energy Efficient Shutters that will not only dress up your windows but will help lower your energy bill.</p>
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