Many sliding glass door and window walls require a traversing window treatment solution. In the past we were limited to traditional draperies, sheers, and vertical blinds. Today, there is a whole new generation of traversing products that provide more light control and better insulation than previous solutions. Sometimes you need to touch and feel these […]
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Sorting through the many choices of Retractable Patio Awnings

Lateral-arm style retractable awnings have become a very popular solution over the past 25 years. With recent advances in technology, awnings can be extended by remote control and retracted automatically when the wind kicks up. Adding a retractable solar screen valance allows awnings to shade the setting west sun very effectively. Single awning units can […]
Read moreRetractable Patio Awnings provide sun protection when you need it!
Extend your living space and enjoy the great outdoors with a retractable patio awning. When mother nature turns on the sun, roll out a beautiful fabric awning to make your deck or patio an oasis in your back yard. Shading your outdoor space is perfect when entertaining friends or just enjoying lunch on the patio. […]
Read moreNew Child Safety Standards impact window covering industry
New Manufacturing Standards for Roman Shades require compliance by December 3, 2010 The Window Covering Manufacturer Association (WCMA) in conjunction with Consumer Product Safety Commission has re-written the manufacturing standards for corded window coverings. The implementation of the new standards is in two phases with the first phase requiring compliance to the new standards for […]
Read moreBest Place to buy Window Treatments (within Colorado)
Innovative Openings was selected as the “Best place to buy window treatments (within Colorado)” by the 2010 Boulder County Gold Peoples Choice Awards. Innovative Openings is a 30-year- old locally owned and operated business with window treatment customers throughout Colorado. “Our long-term employees help us make a difference with our customers”, says Rick Pease co-owner. “The […]
Read moreEnergy Efficient Solar Screen Shades are turning commercial buildings GREEN
Energy efficient solar screen shades are turning commercial buildings green. Window treatments and reducing glare have always posed a challenge for the office environment. Open a blind or shade and there is too much glare to work comfortably at a computer. Close the blind or shade to block the sun, then turn on the light so […]
Read moreInnovative Openings Expansion

Louisville, Colorado – July 10, 2007 – Innovative Openings, Inc., a Colorado-based window covering and awning retailer & fabricator, announces the expansion plans. A 5000 Sq. Ft. office building at 667 S. Pierce Ave., Louisville CO has been acquired to facilitate future growth. According to co-owner Rick Pease, “Plans have been approved to add a […]
Read moreThe Innovative Openings Story…People Make the Difference
Through Innovative Openings, Inc. Rick Pease finds the answer other retailers seek. by Howard Shingle This article is from DRAPERIES AND WINDOW COVERINGS April 1999 It’s all about people. At a time when many window coverings retailers are finding it harder and harder to attract, hire and keep quality employees, Innovative Openings, Inc., Louisville, CO, […]
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