January 28, 2011
Contact: Michelle Graveline-Welch
pr@cellularwindowshades.com
(877) 966-3678
www.CellularWindowShades.com
For Immediate Release

Arch Window Dilemma? CellularWindowShades.com has the Solution

CellularWindowShades.com announces a price reduction in their Comfortex insulating arch shades.

Arched windows are a great way to add elegance, light and an eye-catching look to any room. They also need some of the same solutions that a standard window might need such as helping block light, maintain privacy and provide insulation winter and summer.

That is where the Comfortex Arch comes in. By covering the arch with double cell honeycomb fabric the shade conserves energy, blocks light, and helps with privacy.

From January 31st through the end of February CellularWindowShades.com will be offering 15% off all Arch Shades.

January 28, 2011
Contact: Michelle Graveline-Welch
pr@cellularwindowshades.com
(877) 966-3678
www.CellularWindowShades.com
For Immediate Release

Energy Efficiency Gets a New Look
A New Take on an Old Product

Insulating window shades have been around for years. Now CellularWindowShades.com is offering Fusion, a blend of the efficiency of a honeycomb insulating shade and the soft elegant look of a fabric Roman shade.

50% of your energy bills fly out your window so covering them with an insulating shade is a no brainer.

“What we didn’t want was to have customers having to choose between efficiency and the Roman look they love” says Kelly McDonald of CellularWindowShades.com.

And so they chose to offer the Fusion product to their regular line of insulating shades. “Customers love it, we are really pleased with the results” says McDonald.

For more information visit, CellularWindowShades.com.

April 29, 2010
Contact: Michelle Graveline-Welch
pr@cellularwindowshades.com
(877) 966-3678
www.CellularWindowShades.com

For Immediate Release

GREENING UP YOUR WORLD STARTS AT HOME

(April 29 – ESSEX, VERMONT) There is no better way to celebrate Green Up Day than with your home, and for the month of May, CellularWindowShades.com wants to help their customers do just that!

In a drive to get old, inefficient shades out of folks' windows, CellularWindowShades.com is running a "Dirty Shade Trade" contest through the month of May.

All customers have to do is e-mail service@CellularWindowShades.com a picture of their dirty shade, and the customer whose picture wins gets a free shade ($200 value!).
The runner up will receive a cleaning kit from Seventh Generation. Helping their environment and community is something CellularWindowShades.com cares about deeply.

"We manufacture insulating shades that save our customer loads of energy in the summer and the winter, I feel good about that," says Michelle Graveline-Welch, Customer Service Manager.

Being part of the Vermont community matters too, which is why CellularWindowShades.com is donating $1 for every picture they receive to GreenUpVermont.org. “It may be cheesy, but in this contest really everyone wins!” says Graveline-Welch.

For more information visit, CellularWindowShades.com.

March 2, 2010

Thanks to our fantastic customers we were able to donate over $4000 to the American Red Cross International Relief Fund! Thanks Everyone!

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July 15, 2009                                  Michelle Graveline-Welch 877-966-3678
Essex Junction, Vermont

Heated Skylight Owner? Save Energy on Cooling the Indoors with Cellular Window Shades

July 15, 2009 — With heat waves already owning the Midwest and budget-conscious Americans looking for ways to cut back on cooling bills, the best savings might be hanging right overhead.

Skylights may be easy to forget about, but impossible not to notice in the summer when certain areas of the house still have warm spots. Air conditioning represents 22% of an average household's total energy bill, according to the Rocky Mountain Institute, a think tank focused on natural resources.

To cut back on energy use, keep portals to the sun’s direct light such as skylights and windows covered when necessary. When it comes to protecting a home’s interior, the small investment in treatments to cover skylights can go a long way.

Shading films, while very economical, have a side effect of blocking light that retailers like, stated Michelle Graveline-Welch of CellularWindowShades.com,  “Skylights have a huge impact on the space from a lighting point of view,” says Graveline-Welch. “That’s why you can’t put film on a skylight – it significantly reduces the amount of light that comes into the space.”

Shades, such as the honeycombed model sold by CellularWindowShades.com, are more versatile. Closing blinds and curtains in peak sunlight hours reduces the output needed by cooling systems – and light-colored window treatments can reduce heat indoors by 50 percent.

“You can draw them across when you want to use it and open it up when you don’t want to use it,” says Graveline-Welch. “Basically, instead of just putting a furnace in your home and having it on all the time, it’s putting a furnace in your home and being able to turn it on and turn it off.”

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July 15, 2009                                  Michelle Graveline-Welch 877-966-3678
Essex Junction, Vermont

Marriages trending later in life: What to gift at the wedding?

Shopping for already nested couples? Help out with home décor and needed repairs instead of dishware and bedding.

Winding up at lots of weddings for the over-30 crowd? According to recent figures by the U.S. Census, more couples are putting off the vows than ever before, with the marrying age for women jumping from 20 in the 1960s to 25 today, and the average age for men at 27, up from 22.

There may be benefits to waiting, but even savvy shoppers can end up without a clue on what to buy the already-nested couple that has plenty of home goods. The last thing newly betrothed couples want is piles of duplicate appliances.

As marriage age shifts, so does the ideal wedding gift, and many retailers are finding shoppers looking for ways to help newly married friends with major home investments instead of the old classics of flatware and linens.

Here are some ideas retailers have for later-in-life wedding gifts:

• Interior Design: Buy a session with an interior designer, feng shui expert or décor consultant for your relatives or loved ones to help them re-start on the right foot
  
  
• Prepay for an energy-saving home improvement, like cellular window shades, to help with money-saving long-term investments
  
  
• Purchase a gift card at a nearby hardware store or department store for couples who may be facing major fix-it jobs, or encourage engaged friends to register at stores with home improvement products.
  
  
• Collaborate with several friends to chip in and buy one major home purchase, gift card, or home improvement cash-equivalent as opposed to several small gifts.

Some companies like CellularWindowShades.com even have deals that cater to wedding gifts, and offer the buyer a cost-savings for large purchases.

"We talk to many couples who are taking the next step in their relationship and shopping here - often their first investments together are in smart home purchases,” said Kelly Conklin, online sales agent for CellularWindowShades.com.

“Helping out with those essential household needs fills a big hole in the budget for new couples,” she said, and added that CellularWindowShades.com has special discounts for wedding gifts.

For more information on CellularWindowShades.com, contact:

Michelle Graveline-Welch

(800) 869-2199 ext. 364

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June 30, 2009                                  Michelle Graveline-Welch 877-966-3678
Essex Junction, Vermont

Save a Bundle on Baby's Room

It's that time of year when tummies bulge and families look towards making room for the new addition.

While conventional baby room decor was less concerned with air filtration or choking hazards than color coordination, the new era of practical design means that improving the looks of a spare nook or room can also benefit baby's health and safety.

The fun, like wall color and lighting is great to start with, but it can be easy to miss the major savings in properly shading and insulating the windows of a nursery - which take up a large footprint of space in a small room.

A few smart purchases with many functions and long-lasting durability will make the difference in designing with growth spurts in mind. Decorating baby's room may be a big project, but don’t worry, you won’t need to deplete the college fund to get the job done.

Design with continuity, say experts, and keep the "big picture" in mind when purchasing. Window treatments can coordinate with bedding and flooring.

Keep window decor simple - swags, balloon shades, layered drapes and cascades might not be the way to go and could interfere with the activity level of children. The simpler the window treatment, the more likely it can grow along with the child's room and decor.

It is easy to reduce airborne allergens, dust, and toxic chemical exposure by choosing the right child-safe shades. Cellular shades are great at reducing dust and allergens, and are durable enough to withstand scrubbings.

Bright colors are eye catching, and window coverings come in almost any color, but staying with neutral tones on the windows and using stronger colors on walls and bedding allows more flexibility to change in time or, in the case of first-timers, allows for do-overs.

Save money by investing in energy-saving shades. Well-made cellular shades will keep the cool air in during summer months, and keep the drafty cold out in the winter. Energy tracks along the sides of the window allow for extra savings of 30% thanks to the federal tax credits.

Remember to put safety first. While window shade cords have been mandated to be child-safe since 1995, why risk it when cordless is a sleek and eye-pleasing option? CellularWindowShades.com offers free color swatches and cordless shades for child-proof room decoration.

For more information on efficiency, cost-savings options, and prices, visit CellularWindowShades.com. Or call 802) 338-9364  pr@cellularwindowshades.com

Photo opportunities and customized design layouts are available for publications.

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January 7, 2004                                  Michelle Graveline-Welch 877-966-3678
Essex Junction, Vermont

New Product Press Release

Block Out the Cold with Cellular Window Shades and Energy Saving Side Tracks

With this winter's frigid temperatures, homeowners are focusing on their windows , to make their homes more comfortable. Windows account for the majority of a home's energy loss. Savvy homeowners have used cellular shades for years to provide an excellent insulation layer against the cold.  Now, with new energy saving side-tracks, they can improve that performance by an astounding 22%.

New to the market, these unobtrusive side channels work with our double honeycomb shades to provide a complete four-sided sealed barrier to heat or cold. They are inexpensive, easily installed and can be safely and conveniently ordered on the web at CellularWindowShades.com.

"The Energy Saving Sidetrack System is an elegant solution to reduce consumer heating and cooling costs," stated Michelle Graveline-Welch, of CellularWindowShades.com. "In essence, these shades pay for themselves and they make your home significantly more comfortable and less expensive to run.

Insulating cellular shades lower energy costs and make homes more comfortable all year round. These Cellular Shades are made of durable, light weight fully washable fabric in a unique design that creates an effective thermal barrier against heat loss and gain. They are available in a wide range of colors, won't fade in the sun, and block out 100% of UV rays, the major contributor to fading of home furnishings.

To operate effectively it is important that each shade correctly fits each window. Trouble free measuring instructions, a downloadable measuring form, design ideas, colors and prices along with free samples are available on the web at CellularWindowShades.com. Consumers may order online using our secure server.

For more information call toll free at 877-966-3678 or email service@cellularwindowshades.com.

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April 20, 2001                                 Michelle Graveline-Welch  877-966-3678
Essex Junction, Vermont


Windows are a Big Opportunity to Cut Summer Air Conditioning Costs

Today's energy shortages and coming warm weather have homeowners looking for ways to heat and cool their homes much more economically.  Windows account for 10-25% of a home's energy loss so that is an excellent place to start economizing. Assuming it costs about $1,300 to heat an average American home, that's up to $325 going right out the window.  Cutting energy  loss through windows can save far more money than turning off unneeded lights.

Insulating cellular shades can lower energy costs and make homes more comfortable all year round. A well-tested product, Symphony Cellular Shades are made of durable, light weight fully-washable fabric in a unique cellular design that creates an effective thermal barrier against heat loss and gain. This keeps homes warmer in winter and cooler in summer while reducing the strain on heating and cooling systems. Available in a wide range of colors and fabric styles,  cellular shades are UV stable and block out 100% of UV rays, the major contributor to fading of home furnishings.

To operate effectively it is most important that each shade be made to precisely fit each window. Trouble free measuring instructions, a downloadable  measuring form, design ideas, colors and prices along with free samples are available on the web at CellularWindowShades.com. Consumers may order online using their secure server.

For more information call toll free at 877-966-3678 or email service@cellularwindowshades.com.
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www.CellularWindowShades.com
Michelle Graveline-Welch
4 Laurette Drive
Essex Junction, VT 05442
1-877-966-3678
Fax: 1-877-366-3678

Blinds Recall Prompts Increased Manufacturing of Cordless Blinds

Essex Junction, Vermont, November 29, 2000

CellularWindowShades.com of Vermont in light of the extensive recall of 500 million blinds has increased its manufacturing of cordless blinds to be sold online worldwide.

There has been increasing awareness of the danger of window treatment cords and small children, highlighted by the recent "recall" by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission of 500 million blinds. Recognizing this, and because of a growing dissatisfaction with dangling cords in general, CellularWindowShade.com is now manufacturing their best selling insulated Symphony shade with "cordless" operation. Cordless Symphony Shades provide the security and safety needed around children as well as insulate from the cold WHILE saving heating costs as the prices of fuel escalates.

CellularWindowShades.Com custom builds Cordless shades so they fit perfectly, and then delivers quickly, allowing consumers to remove shades with hazardous cords and replace them with secure and safe Cordless Symphony Shades. They are available in the entire double honeycomb insulating fabrics, which are also washable and dust repellent (great for allergy suffers!). BlackOut material is available for bedrooms.

With Cordless shades there are no cords to obscure the beauty of your windows. They are easy to install, feature constant force spring motors for smooth and effortless motion and an Easy Grip Handle to keep the fabric clean. Cordless shades also have a safe CentriForce Breaking Clutch for a precise, controlled movement. For additional information contact Michelle Graveline-Welch @ www.CellularWindowShades.com or phone 1-877-966-3678.