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Recycling Window Treatments and Going Green

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For many of us, the past year has brought in new goals and projects, particularly when it comes to giving our homes a fresh look. Updating your window treatments is likely part of this transformation. At Window Treats Inc., customers frequently inquire about what to do with their old window treatments without contributing to landfill waste. If you're unsure where to begin, here are some suggestions to help you get started.

Evaluate Your Window Treatments

Ask yourself. Are you window treatments in good working order or is there no hope for them? If your blinds or shades are in working order, donate them. They will be new to someone else. Popular donation options are:

  • Goodwill or Salvation Army Stores
  • Habitat For Humanity Restore
  • Friends or Students

If there is no hope, recycle your old blinds and shades. Bet you never thought of these ideas before. 

Shades from Polyester Fabric

Honeycomb shades are a popular choice for window treatments. They are typically made from polyester fabric, which is often derived from recycled materials. Currently, there isn't a way to recycle polyester fabric. Instead, you might consider donating it to a school or an after-school program for craft projects. Just remove the fabric from the headrail, and it can be repurposed for creative activities.

Blinds from Wood, Faux Wood, or Woven Wood

If your blinds have been painted, stained, or have PVC in them, they can’t be recycled. Again, find a school or after-school program that might be able to use them for art projects. Or, how about around your own home. Every had a piece of furniture that is wobbly. Cut the slats into small pieces and use them as a wedge or use full slats to line shelves. You may be able to recycle the hardware.

Aluminum Blinds

Aluminum or metal blinds already have an infrastructure to recycle such materials. But before you head to the scrap yards, remove all the strings to free the slats from the headrail. A quick cleaning is also a good idea. 

Fabric from Roman Shades and Draperies

If your window shades or drapery fabric are damaged with rips or tears, consider salvaging any usable fabric from the hardrail. Rather than discarding these materials, you can give them a new life by donating them to a local clothing donation center or a community school or after-school program, where they can be repurposed for creative craft projects. Additionally, don’t forget that hardware components, such as brackets and fittings, might be recyclable as well, contributing to a more sustainable practice.

Still Unsure What to do with your Old Window Treatments, Look Online!

If all else fails and you are finding yourself running into walls on what do to with your old blinds and shades, use online resources, such as https://earth911.com to find a recycling center near you. 

 

Embracing Green Practices Throughout Your Home

With the variety of home improvement shows on the air, people have taken to either remodeling themselves or hiring a contractor.  Either way, decisions must be made on what type of materials will be used.  You also hear quite often to embrace green practices. May not be the easy way, but the impact on the environment will be worth it.

There is so much information available on the Internet. To help you get started on your next project, here are some helpful sites on recycling and going green.

Remember…doing your research and asking the professionals before jumping in, will give you a home you can be proud of. You may even find a new use for that old refrigerator!

 

Recycling Window Coverings and Going Green in New Jersey Serving Redbank, Lakewood and Surrounding

Elliot Laniado - Owner Elliot Laniado - Owner

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At Window Treats Inc., we aim to ensure you find the perfect window covering for your home. We provide custom-fitted solutions that offer both style and functionality as well as top-notch customer service from start to finish.

Window Treats Inc. in Red Bank, New Jersey offers Hunter Douglas window treatments including curtains, blinds, shades, and shutters. These can all be made into motorized blinds, shades, and integrated into a home automation system.

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Our team is often called upon to serve the tri-state area as well including Brooklyn and Manhattan (New York City). 

 

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