Markup isn’t margin, and the difference is where dealer profit disappears. The arithmetic behind pricing custom window treatments, plus the five leaks that drain an otherwise healthy job.
The four ways dealers source custom blinds in Canada, what manufacturer-direct actually changes for margin and remakes, and a ten-point scorecard for evaluating any wholesale supplier.
What it actually costs to start a window covering dealership in Canada — startup ranges by model, realistic margins, what a manufacturer partnership includes, and the questions to ask before you sign a supplier.
When clients invest in custom roller shades, they’re paying attention to quality, even when they don’t know exactly what to look for. And one of the first places a careful eye goes is the bottom of the shade. The hem
Table of Contents When it comes to creating a home that’s safe, fun, and functional for kids, kid-friendly window shades might not be the first thing that comes to mind—but they should be. Whether you’re a new parent baby-proofing your
Table of Contents When most people think of window treatments, valances probably aren’t the first thing that come to mind. But if you’re aiming for a truly polished, professional-looking shade installation, the valance is the unsung hero of the whole
Table of Contents Installing Window Shades? Here’s Exactly How to Do It Right If you’ve ever tried to install window shades and found yourself holding a drill in one hand and a crooked bracket in the other, you’re
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Table of Contents Energy Efficient Window Shades: What Most People Get Wrong Let’s be honest—most of us don’t give much thought to our window shades after they’re installed. You hang them, maybe open and close them now and then,