Sometimes, it is just privacy you are looking for. Other times, perhaps you need something that will make your room completely dark at night, but also allow you to let in diffused light by day. Perhaps you want something that is just decorative – or better yet, decorative AND functional.

When choosing window coverings for your home or business, there are many needs to be met – privacy, light and heat regulation, energy-efficiency and sometimes, just plain old appearances. There are all kinds of window coverings available on the market these days that accomplish these purposes, but really only one expert who can bring them all to you. That expert is Harris Alkins of Harris Blinds & Shutters in Warwick.

Harris Blinds & Shutters, a longstanding family business which is owned and operated by Harris Alkins, is best known for its exceptional, top-notch customer service. Alkins has been consistently delivering high quality window coverings to his customers for 28 years, guiding his clients through the process of finding highly functional options that are beautiful and decorative at the same time.

To see in person what might best fit your taste and budget, Harris will come to your residence or place of business and work closely with you to determine the perfect match for every wish on your list. When he comes, he brings samples of the many covering options available, measures your windows, and gives you a free estimate.

In addition to the free estimate, all the installations are done free and in both a timely and dependable manner. This kind of personal treatment may be hard to find these days but is the trademark of Harris Blinds & Shutters.

Harris Blinds & Shutters is known for its quality products at prices that are more competitive than major chain stores. Because it is a family owned business you can depend on them to stand by their products. In fact, many products sold are covered by a lifetime warranty.

With so many types of window coverings available, and so many companies selling them, customers are often confused about which products offer the best value. This is where you turn to a family-run business such as Harris Blinds and Shutters because, above all else, they know their products. Many of these many styles of window treatments available include:

• Solar Mesh Shades – an innovative product that helps filter light and provides privacy

• Assorted Mini-blinds

• Designer roller, honeycomb, Vignette®, Solera® and Roman shades

• Hardwood, hybrid and poly-satin shutters available in a large selection of stain and paint finishes

• Window treatments for extra wide windows and sliding doors

Call Harris Alkins at 401-737-4917 to schedule an appointment for a free consultation at your home or office, or visit him at his showroom at 1638 Warwick Avenue. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. Check them out at www.harrisblinds.com.