As we’ve discussed in our guide to ordering blinds online, price is just one component to focus on when selecting a window treatments vendor. However, price is often a critical factor… after all, you’re most likely purchasing online in order to save money. To this end, we have scoured the web for the best prices available. Below is a chart depicting the results of this survey. We plan to do these surveys on a regular basis varying the focus each time. Today the focus is on the highly versatile window treatment, the top-down, bottom-up shade.

*House brand taken as least expensive vendor brand option

Shade Prices Quoted for 36″ x 60″
Vendor	Graber Crystal Pleat 3/8″	Bali 3/8″ Blackout	Levelor Accordia 9/16″	House Brand*
Blinds.com	$128	$160	$146	$93
BlindsGalore.com	$126.40	$151.20	$123.20	$102.40
JustBlinds.com	N/A	N/A	N/A	$87
SelectBlinds.com	N/A	N/A	N/A	$80.96

As a sidebar, all prices listed exclude current promotions requiring coupon codes, as we felt this skewed the results. Also, the survey doesn’t factor in price matching programs, which can get you a lower price, but can be difficult to get the vendor to act on. For more information on individual vendors and their price matching programs check out our review of online window treatment vendors.

*House brand prices taken as least expensive cellular blackout option.

Window Treatment Prices Quoted for 36″ x 60″
Vendor	Graber Lake Forest No-Holes	Hunter Douglas Country Wood deLight	House Brand* Real Wood Routeless	House Brand* Faux Wood Routeless
Blinds.com	$92	$161	$94	$68
BlindsGalore.com	$85.14	$189	$94.05	$61.38
JustBlinds.com	N/A	N/A	$88.80	$58.80
SelectBlinds.com	N/A	N/A	$70.22	$44.52

As a sidebar, all prices listed include current promotions (except those requiring a coupon code at checkout). For more information on individual vendors and their price matching programs check out our review of online window treatment vendors.

*House brand taken as least expensive vendor brand option

Solar Shade Prices Quoted for 36″ x 60″
Vendor	Bali Solar Shade	Phifer Sheerweave	Hunter Douglas Designer Screen	House Brand*
Blinds.com	$108	$60	N/A	N/A
BlindsGalore.com	$128	N/A	$164	$89
JustBlinds.com	N/A	N/A	N/A	$61

As a sidebar, all prices listed exclude current promotions, as we felt this skewed the results. Also, the survey doesn’t factor in price matching programs, which can get you a lower price, but can be difficult to get the vendor to act on. For more information on individual vendors and their price matching programs check out our review of online window treatment vendors.

• Color swatch: You must order a color swatch in advance so that you’re aware of the look and feel of the materials used in the construction of your window treatment.
• Recommended size limits: Manufacturers set recommended size limits for proper operation of window treatments, and in order to qualify for the guarantee programs, you must abide by these constraints.
• Within guarantee period: In order to return products under the guarantee you must comply with the 30-day (from reception) time limit, the window treatments must be returned in original condition and you must receive prior authorization from the vendor.
• Residential: These programs only apply to residential orders, not those purchased for commercial purposes.

Still there are other issues to consider before relying on these programs. First, you must pay the shipping fees to return the window treatments to the vendor. Also, certain products may not eligible, for instance the JustBlind.com Shagri-La shades are not returnable under this guarantee program. Of course, if considering purchasing from a particular vendor due to the availability of this guarantee we recommend you take a closer look at the fine print to make sure there are no other caveats that may be a show-stopper for you. For further information on ordering blinds online, click the link to visit our purchasing center.

*House brand prices taken as least expensive cellular blackout option.

Window Treatment Prices Quoted for 36″ x 60″
Vendor	Graber Lake Forest No-Holes	Hunter Douglas Everwood deLight	House Brand* Real Wood Routeless	House Brand* Faux Wood Routeless
Blinds.com	$87	$128	$90	$68
BlindsGalore.com	$120.75	$159.60	$110.00	$72.60
JustBlinds.com	N/A	N/A	$88.80	$64.80
SelectBlinds.com	N/A	N/A	$120.13	$96.33

As a sidebar, all prices listed exclude current promotions, as we felt this skewed the results. Also, the survey doesn’t factor in price matching programs, which can get you a lower price, but can be difficult to get the vendor to act on. For more information on individual vendors and their price matching programs check out our review of online window treatment vendors.

*House brand prices taken as least expensive cellular blackout option.

Window Treatment Prices Quoted for 36″ x 60″
Vendor	Hunter 3/8” Applause Blackout	Graber 3/8″ Crystal Pleat Blackout	Bali 3/8″ Diamond Cell Blackout	House Brand*
Blinds.com	$136	$148	$130	$113
BlindsGalore.com	$170	$181	$151	$132
JustBlinds.com	N/A	N/A	N/A	$112
SelectBlinds.com	N/A	N/A	N/A	$126

As a sidebar, all prices listed exclude current promotions, as we felt this skewed the results. Also, the survey doesn’t factor in price matching programs, which can get you a lower price, but can be difficult to get the vendor to act on. For more information on individual vendors and their price matching programs check out our review of online window treatment vendors.