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ATLANTA , Jan. 23, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The Home Depot®, the world's largest home improvement retailer, today announced that it has acquired Blinds.com.
Atlanta-based Home Depot acquired Houston-based Blinds.com for an undisclosed price on Jan. 23.
Lessons from Home Depot's Acquisition of a $100 Million Juggernaut Blinds.com.
In January 2014, Blinds.com was acquired by The Home Depot.
Overview. Blinds.com has a rating of 4.83 stars from 76,621 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Blinds.com most frequently mention customer service, great experience, and easy process. Blinds.com ranks 1st among Blinds sites.
Establish business/franchise sales comprise 70% of all retail sales. Our profit margins range from 40 to 60% from gross sales. (Average gross sales 25 – 50,000.00 or more per month.)
The gross margins for your window shutters and blinds business are typically around 40%, which is considerably high and allows you to grow your business and manage costs easily.
The Blinds to Go Executive Team is rated a "B-" and led by CEO Dave Hall.
Roman shades are a designer favorite because they are made of fabric, so they offer a softening look similar to that of curtains, without dragging on the floor or getting caught up in the furniture.
3 Day Blinds's competitors and similar companies include Wickes, Leroy Merlin, Bunnings and Roberta's Gardens. 3 Day Blinds is a manufacturer and retailer of custom window coverings.
We can't predict the market when you enter it, and there's no way to tell exactly how much value adding a window treatment will bring. BUT we can say with confidence that the more you can make your house stand out (in a good way), the more you have a chance of increasing your home value.
"What they are asking us to do is exactly what we have always wanted to do, but now we'll do it on steroids with them," said Jay Steinfeld, who started the company in 1996 and will remain as CEO. "They are trying to make a much bigger dent in the blinds market and have been unsuccessful doing it on their own."
Good quality blinds usually have the brand name someplace. Many slatted window blinds have a header piece across the top. See if you can gently remove that piece and look on the back for a label with more information, including the manufacturer, color, and style.
Blinds-To-Go is a privately owned and high-growth Company established in 1954 that offers consumers the largest selection of custom-made blinds and shades at factory-direct prices.
The national cost of new blinds (both the blinds themselves and installation) averages $700-771 for eight windows (a “full house” job); $200 to $1,330 is a typical range. But of course, you can spend less or (a lot) more, depending on the style, material, degree of customization and tech features.
Window treatments: Blinds, shutters, shades, Levolors: All window treatments need to stay. Even curtain rods shouldn't be removed. The curtains themselves are generally seen as OK to take, if they just slide off the rod, but it's best to check with your Realtor first to make sure.
Typically, a set of inside-mount blinds should measure about 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) less than the width of the window frame. Make sure you measure the inside of the frame, where the blinds actually fit, and not the entire window frame. Measure in at least three places -- the top, bottom, and middle of the window.
During this research, one company found that drawing your blinds in the evening can reduce heat loss by as much as 14%. And, if you decided to pair your blinds with curtains, you could further reduce this by an additional 17%. So yes, closing blinds really does help you to save energy!
3 Day Blinds's revenue is $205.0 million.
3 Day Blinds's annual revenue is $205.0M.
The products with the highest profit margins are those in which the cost to make something is significantly less than the price customers are willing to pay for it. Specialty products that speak to a niche market, children's products, and candles are known to have the potential for high margins.
Both wood and faux wood blinds are perfect for homeowners who want natural, warm beauty in their window coverings. And while you can't go wrong with either type of blind when it comes to matching your home's décor and style, faux wood blinds are the way to go if you're looking for the utmost in durability.
Metal blinds are the right choice for high traffic rooms where durability is key. They can last up to 20 years before needing to be replaced. Wood alternatives like metal blinds stand up to heat and humidity as well, which is why we recommend metal blinds for rooms like kitchens and bathrooms.
Faux Wood Blinds
They are by far the most popular window covering because of their timeless look, practicality, and durability. Faux Wood Blinds are made with a PVC coating making them a great choice for high-humidity areas like a bathroom.