A28 - Wednesday, September 5, 1984 - North Shore News

BIG BOOM IN BLINDS

More and more Vancouverites are choosing blinds and shades over traditional draperies. This trend
is not likety to be a passing fad because consumers are discovering that they can buy these fashionable
window treatments for a vey reasonable price.

Michael Falcon and Gary McDonaid, franchise owners tor the newest Contour Blind & Shade loca-
tion opening September 4th at Marine Drive and Pemberton in North Vancouver believe blinds and
shades are here to stay. .

Says Michael Falcon, '‘We chose Contour Blind & Shade as a business investment because it pro-
vides strong support systems in business operations and purchasing capabilities that permit Contour to
be more competitive in the marketplace. This allows our professional staff to provide our Customers
with the best service possible with real savings.”

Tre number one reason people buy blinds is because they're fashionable. Blinds provide a rich and
special effect with the added advantages of privacy, light control, longer durability and are easier to
clean and maintain than draperies. Interior designers rely on blinds to add height, drama and excite-

ment to windows. Because there are literally hundreds of colours and fabrics they can be adapted to
any decor. Consumers can choose from Riviera 1°’ mini-blinds, vertical blinds, Levolite pleated shades,
woven woods, wooden blinds, a complete line of shades, and even outdoor awnings for patio and
terrace. .

After fashion, the biggest reason that blind sales have rocketed over the past year is because the
price has become very acceptable as part of a decorating budget. For example, this month at contour
you can cover two large sliding patio doors with Riviera mini-blinds for under $200.00.

The estimated life of a blind is far greater than draperies and because they have such clean,
classical lines they will blend with any room for years. Contour has extensive warranties on ail of their
products ensuring satisfaction for years to come. ;

Finally, many people are buying blinds because of the convenient shopping choices. The new North
Vancouver location is one of six beautiful showrooms through the lower mainland, staffed by protes-
sional design consultants. All locations offer no-obligation in-home service for complete shop at home
decorating advice. .

Discover for yourself how blinds are the fashionable, tunctional and affordable answer to modern
window treatments.

Help us celebrate:the opening of our 6th location in North
Vancouver. Until September 30 we're offering the complete
line of mini-venetians, verticals, woven woods and

pleated shades in hundreds of colours and fabrics.
The new location in North Vancouver is at Marine Drive

and Pemberton. 984-4407

Other locations

VANCOUVER
1925 W. Broadway (just west of Burrard) 736-8541
SURREY

Guildford Place, 10330 -— 152nd St.

Across from Guildford Town Centre 584-7121
COQUITLAM

Pinetree Village

Corner of Barnet and Lougheed Highway 464 2136
RICHMOND

Corner of Cambie & No 3 Road 273-4417

WHITE ROCK
Semahmoo Centre

15165 —- 16th Avenue 536-

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