Archie MontrosePicture it with me for a second. Your alarm goes off, you wake up, roll over…and the sunlight is shining right through your blinds and into your eyes. Sure, it might not be the most comfortable way to wake up, but you have to admit the image is pretty!
You don’t realize how much a window can really affect your home until you’ve left one uncovered too long. Window treatments like blinds and drapes can keep light and heat out of your home, all while enhancing your interiors. What’s not to love?
Following that, it’s no wonder there are quite a number of window treatment shops in Vancouver.
We got the chance to round up a few after choosing to do a little renovating of our own, so read on for our favorite picks!
How much does it cost to get window treatments in Vancouver?
It can cost anywhere from $50 to $200 per window to get window treatments in Vancouver, taking into account the material, size, and type of the window treatment.
1. Civic Blinds
Address: 1055 W Georgia St Suite 2172, Vancouver, BC V6E 3P2
Contact Details: +1 604 299 3330, [email protected]
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Closed on Sunday
When it comes to window treatments in Vancouver, we’d be remiss not to bring up Civic Blinds. Gaining its popularity among locals for its motorized shades and blinds, we just had to drop by and check out the magic for ourselves.
Civic Blinds largely stocks blinds and shades. Their blinds catch our eye for the sheer variety of materials and patterns on hand. Their faux wood and Venetian blinds were reportedly popular among customers for their natural wood grain finish!
We didn’t have to wait long to hear about their services and products either, as we found the team very responsive to inquiries. They answered all of our questions in a timely fashion, with customers we spoke to experiencing much the same timeliness.
Customers also praised the shop’s motorization services. Apart from the customizability of their materials, their motorized shades could even integrate into smart homes and featured a sleek look that hid cords and connectors well.
That being said, we’d advise settling in for a wait. Customers mentioned the delivery times at the shop being quite long, so order ahead if you need your blinds quickly!
Finally, a few customers also advised checking to see if everything works as intended and if your materials are suitable, as it can take a similar length of time to follow up on their services.
Convinced me they would deliver superior results
“My first impression of Civic Blinds convinced me they would deliver superior results—and they absolutely did. They installed motorized roll-up blinds in our living room and double-motorized blinds in our bedrooms seamlessly connecting them to a hub.”
– Ms. Sabrina Doumet, Google Review
I’ve enjoyed the team’s flexibility and creativity
“Civic blinds has been sweet to deal with. I’ve had a handful of experiences working with Mike and his team. I’ve enjoyed the team’s flexibility and creativity, as well as their ability to work quickly and competitively when it comes to value.”
– Mr. Calvin Ramsson, Google Review
2. Greystone Blinds
Address: 701 W Georgia St #1500, Vancouver, BC V7Y 1G5
Contact Details: +1 604 719 4567, [email protected]
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:00 Am to 6:00 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Closed on Sunday
Windows might come in tons of standard shapes and sizes, but what if your house has something that’s bigger or smaller? Well, we were wondering the same thing, and it was that inquiry that led us to Greystone Blinds.
Greystone featured quite a wide variety of blinds and shades, especially in different types. Looking for vertical, horizontal, or even zebra blinds for a full window covering? You’re likely to find something unique for your home here.
We got to chat with a few regular and new customers alike, and both praised the staff’s recommendations after inspections. The staff was reportedly able to recommend blinds or shades to suit their rooms’ interiors and the sizes of their windows.
Customers also reported reasonable rates for their window treatments, both for the actual blind or shade ordered and the installation services.
One factor that was excluded from this pricing was their maintenance costs, which a few customers let us know were quite high compared to other window treatment shops and installers.
Finally, some customers also left us with a word of advice to clarify what fell under their warranty or not, as quite a few noted difficulties with availing their warranty.
Excellent blinds for a good price
“Let me tell you , these people have excellent blinds for a good price! They always give you the best advice and information that you look for. They have amazing team from the office to an amazing installation team. They always have the right discounts for you!”
– Mr. Salam Francis, Google Review
They truly elevated the look of our huge bay window
“They truly elevated the look of our huge bay window. We really struggled to find some stylish window coverings for such a large window. We are so glad we found Greystone Blinds.”
– Ms. Iveta Janickova, Google Review
3. Wholesale Blind Factory
Address: 75 Blue Mountain St #11, Coquitlam, BC V3K 1A4
Contact Details: +1 604 942 4201, [email protected]
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Closed on Sunday
Well, it can’t get any more cut and dry than this. Standard blind designs are good and all, but what about the interior designers out there with a dream design in mind? Well, those designers pointed us to the Wholesale Blind Factory.
Given their name, it’s no surprise the shop had quite a number of supported window treatments in stock. If their standard stock doesn’t impress you, though, they also offer customized window treatments for specific window shapes and sizes.
It was their material selection that really caught our eye. Whether you’re looking for a standard fabric shade or shutters made from hardwood for a natural look, you’ll probably be spoilt for choice browsing through their options. At least, we were!
Customers especially praised these materials for their light filtering for solar shades and blackout blinds. A few fur parents even let us know that the materials used were pet-safe, so you don’t have to worry about your pets getting tangled.
That being said, a few customers mentioned wanting to see some improvement in the shop’s measurements. Some reportedly noticed inaccuracies in the measurements of their blinds and shades after installation.
We also have to note that the products at the shop were quite pricey when we inquired, so keeping a budget in mind before you consult is always recommended.
Love the options of light filtering or total blackout
“Functions smoothly and really gives a minimalist clean modern look. The light grey color matches our wall quite well. Love the options of light filtering or total blackout during the daytime.”
– Ms. Irene Ng, Google Reviewl
Shades had a similar look and feel
“Blinds are such a visible part of your home, and we were so pleased to find Wholesale Blinds to work with us. We got both black-out and solar shades, so it was great that their materials for those shades had a similar look and feel.”
– Mr. Munro Stuff, Google Review
4. Lux Blinds
Address: 422 Richards St #170, Vancouver, BC V6B 2Z4
Contact Details: +1 604 499 0000, [email protected]
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Closed on Sunday
Now this was a nice surprise for us. If you’re in the market for something softer to the touch than hardwood shutters and blinds, then Lux Blinds might be worth a visit. Locals pointed us their way after we asked around for shops offering drapery!
Lux Blinds also stocked a few standard types of window treatments, like blinds, shutters, and shades.
It was their drapery and valances that stole the show for us, though. The range of fabrics and patterns they offered allowed for a lot of customization.
That being said, we do have to note that we only found out about these through their consultations. The company doesn’t have a physical showroom of its own. We’d recommend getting in touch to browse through samples like we did.
The team was at least very proactive and transparent from the start, even sharing their price estimates. Handy for planning ahead!
Customers we chatted to were happy to report the clean installation process for their window treatments, with the team arriving on time and leaving little to clean up afterwards.
Finally, we’d recommend shooting them an email or getting in touch through their social media, as a few customers also let us know that their phone lines could get quite busy.
They have options available to fit any budget
“Ramin was great on our initial consultation and was able to give us great recommendations for custom drapes. He was able to answer all our questions. They have options available to fit any budget.”
– Ms. Lisa Tran, Google Review
The quality of the materials is top notch
“Ramin and Armin are amazing! They did such a great job. They helped us choose what would look good and be functional for our needs. The quality of the materials is top notch, couldn’t be happier.”
– Mr. Aarun S., Google Review
5. Budget Blinds
Address: 1853 Welch St, North Vancouver
Contact Details: +1 604 929 2546, [email protected]
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Closed on Saturday and Sunday
Well, it says it right on the tin. If you’ve tried looking for window treatments at all in Vancouver, there’s a chance you’ve run into Budget Blinds! Or so the locals who pointed us their way told us. With a name like that, how could we not pay them a visit?
The shop offered blinds, shades, shutters, and drapes, all with various patterns and finishes. Looking for a natural wooden finish or a bright color to make your room pop? We found quite a range offered.
The team was also very responsive and professional, readily answering any inquiries we had about their materials and pricing. We appreciated the quick response, especially for customers needing to plan a budget ahead of time.
This responsiveness also extended to their follow-up services, which customers we got to chat with praised. The team was reportedly quick to follow up and fix any issues that arose after installation.
That being said, customers did advise us to hunker down for a wait. A few reported having to book multiple appointments for the shop to finish installing all their window treatments, leading to longer service times than with other shops.
Lastly, customers also mentioned wanting the installation to be a little cleaner. We’d recommend preparing the area around the window you’re getting the treatment installed on, especially on the day of installation.
Excellent customer service for follow up
“We’ve had our blinds for over a year and the whole process has been great; from the in home consultation to the installation. And in the year following installation excellent customer service for follow up.”
– Ms. Lee-Anne Perron, Google Review
Serviced in a very timely manner and the service was exceptional
“Our remote automatic top and bottom functioning blind was serviced in a very timely manner and the service was exceptional. I highly recommend this company if you are looking for any type of blind.”
– Ms. Joan Smyth, Google Review
