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Back Ordered Fabric Hattie Macaroon (HAT01D) from our Drapery Panel Collection is currently back ordered. The factory found a weaving defect for this fabric, and we will send an update once this issue is resolved. Suggested comparable fabric is listed below. We apologize for the inconvenience this causes. Comparable Fabric Option  Esme Dunes (ESM02D)
Comparable option for Hattie Macaroon (HAT01D) *Please note Esme Dunes is in a higher price group than Hattie Macaroon.
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Kalmar Cream
Available with Cordless Control Cordless control is now available for Kalmar Cream from our Dual Sheer Shade Collection. In its original weave, the fabric was too thick to pass smoothly through the cordless bottom bar. The factory has now improved the weaving method for this pattern, allowing it to work with the cordless bottom bar. Thank you for your patience as we worked through this issue. Product Guides Updated product guides can be downloaded within the Franchisee Toolkit. >> Download US Product Guides >> Download CA Product Guides Cassette Improvement Last year, we introduced a new roller shade cassette with improved installation and functionality. The new cassette and brackets allow the back of the cassette and the shade fabric to sit closer to the window with a minimal gap. The cassette also includes a light blocking strip at the top of the cassette, which helps reduce light leak for inside mount shades. We have now made additional improvements to the design of this system:
Remakes Shades that require a remake will use this new cassette and bracket system. Because the new system uses a resized bracket, existing brackets will not fit to the cassette. Please be sure to use the brackets provided with remade shades for the installation. Product Guides Updated product guides can be downloaded on the Inspired Shades website. Product guide website pages are password protected with the password inspiredtoolkit. >> Download CA Product Guides >> Download US Product Guides  As announced on March 14th, we will be implementing a 4% price increase for our collections starting April 15, 2024. On April 15th we will be making additional updates and improvements for our product lines. See below for full details.
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Cordless Top Down Bottom Up
Natural Shades (US Only)
Cordless TDBU will replace Corded TDBU in our Natural Shade Collection. Cordless TDBU will be available only for Natural Shades at this time, and we are working through this development for Fabric Roman Shades.
Cordless TDBU Natural Shades can be made to a maximum size of 60" x 60". As the factory works more with this new system, we expect to improve this specification.
Cordless TDBU will replace Corded TDBU in our Natural Shade Collection. Cordless TDBU will be available only for Natural Shades at this time, and we are working through this development for Fabric Roman Shades.
Cordless TDBU Natural Shades can be made to a maximum size of 60" x 60". As the factory works more with this new system, we expect to improve this specification.
Multiple Shades on One Head Rail
Natural Shades and Fabric Roman Shades (US Only)
We are extending the maximum overall width for multiple shades on one head rail to 112" for Natural Shades and 106" for Fabric Roman Shades.
We are extending the maximum overall width for multiple shades on one head rail to 112" for Natural Shades and 106" for Fabric Roman Shades.
Quiet Lift renamed Power Lift
All Collections
As recently announced, we have been working with our motor manufacturer to reduce the noise level on our standard Inspired Shades remote control motor. With this improvement, there is now no significant difference between the noise level of our standard motor and Quiet Lift motor.
In addition to being a quieter motor option, the Quiet Lift motor has a stronger, more powerful lift than our standard motor. This allows the Quiet Lift motor to raise shades that are too heavy for the standard motor.
Starting April 1, 2024, the Quiet Lift motor will be renamed the Power Lift motor, which more accurately describes its purpose.
Additionally, shades in our Dual Sheer Shade Collection can be made with any fabric at the maximum size using the standard lift motor. To streamline ordering options, the Power Lift motor will be discontinued on April 15, 2024, for the Dual Sheer Shade Collection.
As recently announced, we have been working with our motor manufacturer to reduce the noise level on our standard Inspired Shades remote control motor. With this improvement, there is now no significant difference between the noise level of our standard motor and Quiet Lift motor.
In addition to being a quieter motor option, the Quiet Lift motor has a stronger, more powerful lift than our standard motor. This allows the Quiet Lift motor to raise shades that are too heavy for the standard motor.
Starting April 1, 2024, the Quiet Lift motor will be renamed the Power Lift motor, which more accurately describes its purpose.
Additionally, shades in our Dual Sheer Shade Collection can be made with any fabric at the maximum size using the standard lift motor. To streamline ordering options, the Power Lift motor will be discontinued on April 15, 2024, for the Dual Sheer Shade Collection.
Streamlined Motorization accessories
Roller Shades and Fabric Roman Shades
To streamline ordering options, we will be reducing the number of options available for charging cables in our collections as our factories run through their inventory.
The option for the 10' charging cable will be removed for the Roller Shade and Fabric Roman Shade Collections. The 16.5' cable will be our standard charging cable option.
To streamline ordering options, we will be reducing the number of options available for charging cables in our collections as our factories run through their inventory.
The option for the 10' charging cable will be removed for the Roller Shade and Fabric Roman Shade Collections. The 16.5' cable will be our standard charging cable option.
Cordless Promotions
Take advantage of cordless promotions on our Dual Sheer Shade and Natural Roller Shade Collections now through April 30, 2024.
Cordless discount is applied automatically to shade orders and is offered in addition to the 10% Vendor Expo Discount.
Dual Sheer Shades
50% Off Cordless
Don't forget, our Dual Sheer Shade Collection relaunched in November with a new sample book, new fabrics, and new options, including fabric wrapped bottom bar for cordless shades.
Natural Roller Shades
Free Cordless
The Natural Roller Shade Collection launched in October and was recently updated with cordless control for open roll shades on our standard, decorative metal, and dual brackets.
Cordless open roll Natural Roller Shades are made without a raceway bar.
Roller Shades
Free Cordless
Free cordless will remain available for Easy and Exact Lift cordless controls in our Roller Shade Collection through December 31, 2024.
Take advantage of cordless promotions on our Dual Sheer Shade and Natural Roller Shade Collections now through April 30, 2024.
Cordless discount is applied automatically to shade orders and is offered in addition to the 10% Vendor Expo Discount.
Dual Sheer Shades
50% Off Cordless
Don't forget, our Dual Sheer Shade Collection relaunched in November with a new sample book, new fabrics, and new options, including fabric wrapped bottom bar for cordless shades.
Natural Roller Shades
Free Cordless
The Natural Roller Shade Collection launched in October and was recently updated with cordless control for open roll shades on our standard, decorative metal, and dual brackets.
Cordless open roll Natural Roller Shades are made without a raceway bar.
Roller Shades
Free Cordless
Free cordless will remain available for Easy and Exact Lift cordless controls in our Roller Shade Collection through December 31, 2024.
Back Ordered Fabrics
Hattie Sky (HAT04D) from our Drapery Panel Collection is currently back ordered until March 31, 2024.
Aubree Twine (NR-Z1D) from our Natural Roller Shade Collection is currently back ordered until March 31, 2024 for widths between 90 1/8” – 114”. All smaller widths remain available to order.
Suggested comparable fabrics are listed below. We apologize for the inconvenience this causes.
Comparable Fabric Options
Hattie Sky (HAT04D) from our Drapery Panel Collection is currently back ordered until March 31, 2024.
Aubree Twine (NR-Z1D) from our Natural Roller Shade Collection is currently back ordered until March 31, 2024 for widths between 90 1/8” – 114”. All smaller widths remain available to order.
Suggested comparable fabrics are listed below. We apologize for the inconvenience this causes.
Comparable Fabric Options
Prism Midnight (PR04D)
Comparable option for Hattie Sky (HAT04D)
Comparable option for Hattie Sky (HAT04D)
Blythe Rattan (NR-Y3B)*
Comparable wide width option for Aubree Twine (NR-Z1D)
*Blythe Rattan is one price group higher than Aubree Twine.
Comparable wide width option for Aubree Twine (NR-Z1D)
*Blythe Rattan is one price group higher than Aubree Twine.
WCMA Standards
The new WCMA standard for corded window shades comes into effect on June 1, 2024. As a result, we are making important changes to the configuration of our products.
Fabric Roman Shades and Natural Shades
According to the new standard, we will not be able to ship Fabric Roman Shades and Natural Shades with cord locks after June 1st. To make sure we are in full compliance with the new standard, we will stop taking new orders for cord lock shades starting April 15, 2024.
We will be issuing new price grids which will go into effect March 1, 2024. The new grids will include cordless as the base control option. Clutch control will remain available at no additional charge.
For cord lock shade orders placed between March 1, 2024 and April 15, 2024, we will apply a $99 discount to the retail prices issued on March 1st to offset the added cost of cordless.
We are also finalizing the development of our cordless TDBU option and will have this style available by the April 15th cut off.
After April 15, 2024, we will not be able to remake malfunctioning shades with cord locks, and we will offer to either repair these shades or to replace them with cordless or clutch control. We will work with you on a case-by-case basis to determine the best outcome for your customer.
All Collections
We will also be introducing a new tensioner for clutch control in all our shade collections, as our current tensioner is not compliant with the new standard. We will start shipping shades with the new tensioner as soon as we have inventory, which will be before June 1, 2024. We will make a separate announcement about this change as we approach the date.
The new WCMA standard for corded window shades comes into effect on June 1, 2024. As a result, we are making important changes to the configuration of our products.
Fabric Roman Shades and Natural Shades
According to the new standard, we will not be able to ship Fabric Roman Shades and Natural Shades with cord locks after June 1st. To make sure we are in full compliance with the new standard, we will stop taking new orders for cord lock shades starting April 15, 2024.
We will be issuing new price grids which will go into effect March 1, 2024. The new grids will include cordless as the base control option. Clutch control will remain available at no additional charge.
For cord lock shade orders placed between March 1, 2024 and April 15, 2024, we will apply a $99 discount to the retail prices issued on March 1st to offset the added cost of cordless.
We are also finalizing the development of our cordless TDBU option and will have this style available by the April 15th cut off.
After April 15, 2024, we will not be able to remake malfunctioning shades with cord locks, and we will offer to either repair these shades or to replace them with cordless or clutch control. We will work with you on a case-by-case basis to determine the best outcome for your customer.
All Collections
We will also be introducing a new tensioner for clutch control in all our shade collections, as our current tensioner is not compliant with the new standard. We will start shipping shades with the new tensioner as soon as we have inventory, which will be before June 1, 2024. We will make a separate announcement about this change as we approach the date.
Motor Improvements
We are pleased to announce we have been working with our motor manufacturer to reduce the noise level on our standard Inspired Shades remote control motor. The improved motors are now being used for Roller Shades and will eventually be the standard for all Inspired Shades Collections.
Motor programming and operating instructions have not been changed.
Reduced noise level is the result of the following improvements:
16 RPM Motor Speed
Reduced motor speed allows an overall quieter operation. While our standard speed for the new motors is 16 RPM, motors can be manually increased to 22 and 28 RPM by following the instructions linked below.
>> Increase Motor Speed
In the case of motorized remakes, the factory will increase the speed of the motor used in the remade shade to 28 RPM to match the original order.
We are pleased to announce we have been working with our motor manufacturer to reduce the noise level on our standard Inspired Shades remote control motor. The improved motors are now being used for Roller Shades and will eventually be the standard for all Inspired Shades Collections.
Motor programming and operating instructions have not been changed.
Reduced noise level is the result of the following improvements:
- The engineering of the motors has been generally reworked to allow quieter operation.
- An insulating silicon disk has been added between the motor head and the control side bracket, which helps reduce the noise of the motor in operation.
- The standard speed of the motor has been reduced from 28 RPM to 16 RPM. See below for more details.
16 RPM Motor Speed
Reduced motor speed allows an overall quieter operation. While our standard speed for the new motors is 16 RPM, motors can be manually increased to 22 and 28 RPM by following the instructions linked below.
>> Increase Motor Speed
In the case of motorized remakes, the factory will increase the speed of the motor used in the remade shade to 28 RPM to match the original order.
Vendor Expo Discount 10% off February 1 - 29, 2024
We are excited to offer 10% off on our collections for confirmed Vendor Expo attendees. This discount will be offered starting February 1, 2024 through February 29, 2024. Please note orders must be placed by 11:59 PM EST on February 29 to have the discount applied.
The 10% discount is automatically applied for all our collections including:
We are excited to offer 10% off on our collections for confirmed Vendor Expo attendees. This discount will be offered starting February 1, 2024 through February 29, 2024. Please note orders must be placed by 11:59 PM EST on February 29 to have the discount applied.
The 10% discount is automatically applied for all our collections including:
- Roller Shades
- Natural Roller Shades
- Drapery Panels
- Dual Sheer Shades
Vendor Expo Discount 10% off February 1 - 29, 2024
We are excited to offer 10% off on our collections for confirmed Vendor Expo attendees. This discount will be offered starting February 1, 2024 through February 29, 2024. Please note orders must be placed by 11:59 PM EST on February 29 to have the discount applied.
The 10% discount is automatically applied for all our collections including:
We are excited to offer 10% off on our collections for confirmed Vendor Expo attendees. This discount will be offered starting February 1, 2024 through February 29, 2024. Please note orders must be placed by 11:59 PM EST on February 29 to have the discount applied.
The 10% discount is automatically applied for all our collections including:
- Roller Shades
- Natural Shades
- Natural Roller Shades
- Dual Sheer Shades
- Fabric Roman Shades
- Drapery Panels