Window treatments are a staple in every home. They express your unique personality while creating a functional space. However, purchasing them can be confusing or overwhelming, especially if you’re considering custom window treatments. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be! This article walks through the custom ordering process at Elite Shutters, including where to start and what to expect. 

Why Choose Custom Window Treatments? 

It’s natural to question the benefits of custom window treatments versus in-stock products. Although in-stock products can be lower in cost, custom window treatments offer a wider array of benefits.

The first benefit of going custom: more design options. Typically, custom products offer more fabric, color, and style choices than in-stock products. For example, Elite’s interior shutters include custom paint matching for all trim colors. Additionally, our roman shade and drapery fabrics are virtually unlimited. Lastly, the ample options work as a budgeting tool. You can mix and match cost points in different areas. 

Second, Elite tailors sizes directly to your windows. Tailoring creates a better fit, a polished finish, and maximizes light control.

Third, custom products are often higher quality. At Elite Shutters, we back our interior hardwood shutters with an industry leading Lifetime Warranty. Further, we hand-select our partner vendors for blinds and shades. This ensures that we offer our clients the best range of value possible. The goal is beautiful design and longevity, not just streamlined volume.

Pro tip: not all warranties are created equal. Always read the details!

In summation, Elite intentionally designs custom window treatments for your unique home, and they’re made to last for years to come.

Where to Start 

First, decide what type of window treatments you’re interested in! Design options are plentiful on today’s market. They range from classic interior shutters to fabric shades to drapery. The good news: you don’t have to choose just one. Often, our clients mix and match their window treatments. For example, you can put shutters in the dining room, blinds in a guest room, and a shade in the kitchen.

This client chose a combination of shades, shutters, drapery, and blinds:

Refer to this article for further design guidance: Window Treatment Ideas | Elite Shutters & Blinds.  

What to Expect 

Next, it’s time to schedule your estimate! At Elite Shutters, we offer complimentary in-home consultations with product samples and professional measuring service. Submit a request here or call us at our office number 704-817-8704 to schedule. Our office team is happy to answer any pricing or general questions beforehand.

After your sales appointment, your representative will send you a formal quote. Quotes are complimentary and pressure-free. You’ll be welcome to ask questions, clarify items, or make changes.

If you place an order, your custom window treatments begin fabrication! Our office provides updates along the way. Once the products are ready, the best part comes: your installation day. Elite’s professional installation team works directly with our company – they are never subcontracted out. In other words, we personally train each of our employees and expect them to treat your home with care. You can research more about our installation process here: Professional Shutter & Shade Installation in Charlotte.

Now, it’s time to simply enjoy your beautiful new window treatments! 

Custom Roman Shades and 3 1/2″ Combination Shutters