We recently partnered with Nulook Blinds and Draperies, a local business in Kitchener that specializes in custom blinds, shutters, draperies, and hardware. Our goal was to install two different types of window coverings, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional.
Trina, Editor at HOMES+ Magazine, had a fantastic experience working with Nulook. After moving into her partner’s home in Tavistock, Ontario, she embarked on a project to modernize the space. Alena and Ken from Nulook were incredibly helpful in choosing blinds and selecting patterns and colours that matched her vision. While Trina was initially drawn to automated blinds (which integrate seamlessly with Alexa), the home’s style and age was better suited to vertical blinds for the main areas and wooden horizontal blinds in the kitchen.
A noteworthy aspect, that she wasn’t aware of, was Nulook’s adherence to Canada’s Corded Window Covering Regulations, which aim to reduce strangulation risks for children. The vertical blinds Trina chose came with a child-safe wand mechanism that’s easy to use and the blinds glide smoothly. Her favourite, however, was the horizontal kitchen blind, which paired perfectly with the cabinetry and was simple to operate with a rod mechanism.
The installation, which included three vertical blinds and one horizontal blind, took only about an hour and a half. Gerry, Nulook’s installer, was professional, efficient, and offered insightful suggestions during both the measuring and installation process.
Overall, Trina’s experience with Nulook was outstanding, and she plans to use them again for future projects.
For Alissa, Publisher at HOMES+ magazine; Alena at Nulook helped select blinds and shutters that blend style & practicality for a recently renovated home with kids and a dog. California shutters were selected for the sliding door in the master bedroom leading to the backyard. This product offers versatility through customizing the division of the shutters in sections to allow for filtered light & preferred exposure as well as the ability to open & fold the doors fully. The shutters are easy to clean & durable. This California shutter style was used in the two front living room windows, and children’s bedrooms as well. The horizontal lines blend into the rooms shiplap design seamlessly.
With the kitchen window located high behind the sink & faucet, a zebra blind was recommended for ease of operation with a child safe cased in cord. This style offers the ability to customize filtering in light, or opening & closing completely. The vinyl material is easy to clean which is perfect for a kitchen space. It gives the room a beautiful soft light and modern design. In the main bath, the zebra blind style was also utilized, but because the blind is easy to access, this style has the ability to open & close by pulling the base of the blind.
Gerry at Nulook measured the windows weeks ahead, and offered any further recommendations regarding the products to prepare for the installation process. He also installed the blinds and was friendly, knowledgeable and the process was quick and seamless.
The end result is a truly beautiful finished look to each room . The products add a completely different ambiance to the space. Alena’s knowledge was key in helping to consider the best fit for the home’s style and functionality. The family-feel small business service at Nulook is second to none, and their experience is evident in this process.
Trina Stewart is the Editor of HOMES+ Locale Magazine. Originally from Cambridge, Ontario, Trina loves exploring the area and embracing the activities, events, and local businesses.
