1. We’ve been here for 90 years and look forward to being here for 90 more!
2. Our installation crew is exclusively our own. We trust them in our own homes and they’ll treat your home like it’s theirs.  
3. We deeply value communication and recognize the importance of each and every order. Because of this, we make sure to keep you in the loop. We provide frequent order update emails and we’ve heard from our customers over and over how helpful it is to always know the status of their project!

The best way for us to get to know your needs, likes, dislikes, style, and preferences is a consultation! Here are 3 tips to ensure you get the most out of our time together:

1. Plan to spend anywhere from 45-90 minutes with your consultant.  
2. Be sure that all decision makers are present.
3. Be ready to enjoy the process!

If you’re quick to make decisions and know what you like and don’t like, the appointment will likely be on the shorter side. If you’re more deliberative, need time to consider your options, or aren’t sure what you might like, your appointment may run a little longer.  

And, while it’s common that one person in the household is more excited about the design choices for their window coverings, all members of the household will have to live with the products for many years. This is the time that you’ll have to ask each other about preferences and to see color options and samples. Having both decision makers present allows everyone to weigh in.

Overall, don’t stress over the details. Our trained team knows the questions to ask and will guide you every step of the way.

YES, we’ll absolutely bring samples!

If you’re unsure what you might like, we can bring samples of our most popular options or you can stop by our beautifully remodeled and updated showroom first to get a feel for what’s available. We have hundreds of options for you to browse and we’ll bring your curated selection of samples to our in-home consultation.

If you already know what you’d like, let us know and we’ll bring the options within your preferences so you can narrow your choices down to an exact selection.

Plan to spend anywhere from 45-90 minutes with your consultant.  

If you’re quick to make decisions and know what you like and don’t like, the appointment will likely be on the shorter side. If you’re more deliberative, need time to consider your options, or aren’t sure what you might like, your appointment may run a little longer.  

Custom window treatments are made specifically for each window and lead times vary substantially by product, manufacturer, and market demands. For context – standard blinds and shades could be anywhere from 6-8 weeks or more while custom drapery and shutters sometimes take 12-16 weeks or more! While we can give you an estimate based on your project during the consultation, you’ll be provided with weekly order update emails once your order is placed.

As soon as possible! There are so many factors to consider, and the Schammerhorn team is experienced in working with clients, designers, builders, contractors, and electricians to make sure you can get exactly what you want with your new window treatments. From helping choose products and providing ballpark quotes, to making final selections, planning for electrical wiring, and giving you estimated lead times to plan accordingly, we’re here every step of the way. 

We have a great warranty on our products and workmanship alongside manufacturer warranties. Check out Schammerhorn’s 1-Year Residential Warranty. Manufacturer warranties can be provided, based on the products selected, as requested.

Custom window treatments are an investment in the beauty and style of your home. Pricing varies greatly depending on window size, product type, and control systems.  Motorization, for example, is an option that can add $300-500 or more per window treatment on average. Our clients typically invest between 2-5% of the total value of their home on custom window treatments. Your investment will depend on product selection and whether you do one, several, or all the windows in your home.

Schammerhorn offers truly custom window treatments. Our products aren’t manufactured until measurements are taken and orders are placed; and prices can vary greatly based on size, quantity, and options chosen. Due to this, we’re unable to provide a price over the phone. Feel free to call us or stop by our showroom with details on your project, including quantity, width and height of the windows you’re looking to cover, and the product(s) you’re interested in. If you don’t know what you want, call to make an appointment with a trained member of our sales team to come see our showroom and discuss window treatments and options! Either way, our Residential Consultant will work on a personalized ballpark estimate and email or call you with the details within 3 business days. 

Absolutely! Our high-end, top of the line manufactured exterior shades include options such as hold downs, guide cables, zipper tracks, and of course motorization! Feel free to check out our social media feeds for inspirational project photos.

Electrical shades are far more complex than you might imagine. From battery to rechargeable battery, DC to AC, line voltage to low voltage and beyond, the motor options can be overwhelming and specifications can change based on the product type and size of your windows. When you’re a Schammerhorn client, we specialize in the details so you don’t have to! We’ll work directly with your electrician to ensure each window is powered appropriately.