How to choose the right wallpaper.

Without help shopping for wallpaper can be overwhelming.  There are hundreds of books and thousands of styles and patterns to choose from.  

So where do you start? 

First come see us at the Design Studio at Thybony, we can help!  Our designers live and breathe wallpaper.  Well walk you through the different styles/colors to choose from based on your personal preferences.  

That being said there are some things we will need to know. 

We need to know the type of and size of the room you plan to wallpaper.  This will help guide us when it comes to style, texture, color and even price.   Wallpaper designed for use in a bathroom is often different than those for a dining room.  

Allot goes into choosing the right wallpaper.  Our designers are well versed in everything wallpaper.   

If you have a questions or are ready to take the next step and start looking come see us.  We have hundreds of books on display at the Design studio at Thybony. 

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Color trends for 2014!

It’s the year of pastel!  For the past several years the trend has been taupe’s and grays.   This year designers are flocking to a more colorful pallet, a year of “optimism” seems to be the theme.  

The color of the year according to Benjamin Moore is “breath of fresh air” which is a soft blue, hence a “breath of fresh air”.

  

Also for the first time in several years pinks and lilacs are included in the pallet.  

So if you have any questions about the color trends for 2014 please visit us at the Design Studio at Thybony, were here to help! 

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Hunter Douglas on Display at Thybony

When it comes to window fashions there is no one better than Hunter Douglas and we are proud to offer Hunter Douglas products. 

We carry a vast selection of blinds and shutters.  If Hunter Douglas makes it we have it.   

Also remember window treatments are a custom order item.  Before you purchase any window treatment you will need to measure your windows.  

We suggest you have professional measure your windows to ensure your treatments are a perfect fit.  

The Design Studio at Thybony offers professional measurements. 

If you have any questions about Hunter Douglas products the experts at the Design Studio at Thybony are here to help.

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What does The Design Studio at Thybony have to offer?

I tell our customers were here to help you every step of the way!  

Our services go beyond the wallpaper book.  If you’re moving to a new home or changing a style we can help.   

Our design experts can assist with everything from furniture placement, color selection, window treatment measurements to wallpaper selection.  No matter what you need we when it comes to design we got you covered.  

If you have any questions the experts at the Design Studio at Thybony are here for you. 

For more information visit: 

www.thybony.com

Can I hang wallpaper myself?

This is one of those questions where there is no right or wrong answer.  Typically I tell my clients the decision to “hang or not to hang” depends on your skill level and the wallpaper itself. 

For example, if you are hanging wallpaper in a room that will require a lot of cuts then you should probably hire a professional.   The same is true when the pattern in the wallpaper is complex or there are applied decorations.  

Now if you are hanging a simple pattern wallpaper on a smooth wall then yes you should be able to hang it yourself.  Again the decision to “hang or not to hang” is completely yours if you’re comfortable then I say go for it!  

If you have any questions about wallpaper the experts at the Design Studio at Thybony are here to help. 

For more information visit:
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Do stores stock wallpaper?

The answer to this question is no.  Unfortunately many people are under the notion stores still stock wallpaper.   

Depending on the wallpaper and its popularity some stores may have stocked certain patterns years ago but for the most part wallpaper has been a specialty order item.  

Advancements in shipping and the high cost to store wallpaper have made stocking the product a thing of the past.   

Most of our wallpaper comes from overseas (Europe and Asia).  Because of this you should allow three to seven days for delivery.  

If you have any questions about wallpaper the experts at the Design Studio at Thybony are here to help. 

For more information visit: 

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How much coverage do I get from a roll of wallpaper?

This is a question we get all the time at the Design Studio at Thybony.  The general answer is anywhere from 56 to 60 square feet.  However there are several factors that can make this number smaller.   

For example if your wallpaper has a lot of pattern repeats you will need to order extra wallpaper.  This is because the paperhanger will need to match pattern to pattern when hanging.

If you have any questions about selecting wallpaper the experts at the Design Studio at Thybony are here to help.   

For more information visit: 

www.thybony.com

How do I clean my Hunter Douglas window treatments?

Hunter Douglas designs their window treatments to require minimal care and cleaning.  That being said there are ways to make sure your window treatments continue to look brand new.   

We recommend minimal spot cleaning with a damp cloth or vacuuming with a brush attachment.  Excess or improper cleaning can have adverse effects on your window treatments.

Below are some general cleaning guidelines from Hunter Douglas: 

    

• Dusting Guidelines - Regular light dusting maintains a like-new appearance of most blinds, shades, sheers, shutters and window panels.

CAUTION: Do not use magnetic cleaners such as a dusting mitt on light-dimming fabrics. This will damage the light-dimming backing.

• Vacuuming Guidelines - Vacuum gently using the brush attachment on any vacuum cleaner. Most products may be vacuumed using a vertical stroke.

CAUTION: Do not use a brush attachment or long vertical strokes to vacuum Alustra Luminette, and Luminette Privacy Sheers, as these actions will crease the fabric. Do not vacuum Architella Elan and Architella Elan Eclipse fabrics.

• Compressed air or hair dryer (non-heat setting) - Use to blow dust off selected window coverings. 

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What is grasscloth wallpaper and why is it so popular?

Grasscloth is a natural fiber wallpaper which adds style and texture to any room.  The DesignStudio at Thybony has one of the largest selections of this sought after high-end wallpaper.  

Because grasscloth is 100% natural it’s environmentally friendly.   

Grasscloth is constructed by hand weaving natural grasses. These grasses are dried first then weaved into the fabric. They are available in different textures such as fine or coarse.  The most popular grasses used in the wallpaper are jute, sea-grass, rush, boodle, isal, arrowroot, bamboo, cattail and hemp. 

All of our grasscloth is shipped from overseas so please allow at least 3 to 7 days for delivery.   Since this wallpaper is hand-woven no two rolls are exactly the same.  

Again we carry a several lines of grasscloth coming in a variety of colors and textures.   Please stop by the DesignStudio at Thybony well be happy to show you first hand why grasscloth continues to become one of the most popular choices for wallpaper. 

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