Evan and John did an exceptional job on creating custom shutters for two very large and odd shaped windows that other companies said couldn't be done. The install went great, they were extremely professional and efficient, absolutely no complaints or criticisms, this is some of the best work I've seen.
Tom, we so very much appreciate your kind words. It is such a pleasure to meet folks like you and your lovely wife. We are happy to give you our best after so many years of you giving America your best. Norman shutters are timeless in their appearance and functionality, and are able to cover almost any window shape. We hope that you and your family enjoy them for many years.
Sandra Fasing2025.10.14
John and Evan and their team are professional, personable, thoughtful and friendly. Their work is precise, with attention to detail. The material is of high quality. We highly recommend Made in the Shade of NOVA for any window treatments needs.
Sandra, thank you so much. When choosing draperies, cornices, and such, it is important to make the right choice, as these window covering can often serve their purpose for many years. We are always happy to support you through the careful window covering selection process.
Michael Calabrese2025.08.08
I had some motorized shades that had stopped working, each for a different reason. Evan diagnosed each problem quickly and addressed them efficiently, and refreshed all the battery powered units. It was not obvious to me that they do outside awnings but they do. This will probably be the next project.
Michael, thank you! We are happy that we could assist you in getting all of your motorized shades back in to operational status. Motorized shades make the control of light and privacy a snap, whether you have just one shade or a dozen of them. We look forward to working with you on future projects. Tell your family members, friends, and coworkers about Made in the Shade of Northern Virginia. We sell a some of the finest shades, shutters and draperies in the industry, and once in a while we help folks restore existing shades when it is not quite time to replace them. We even do retractable awning sales and recovers, or if your retractable awning motor has failed, we can fix that too. Referrals leading to the sale of $2,000 worth of shades earns you a $50 gift card.
Chas Zimmer2025.08.05
Made in the Shade NoVa responded quickly to my shade problem, developed a resolution and effectively executed it. A subsequent situation developed upon reinstallation which was efficiently handled for complete satisfaction.
Chas, thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure meeting you and assisting you with your window coverings. If you ever decide to replace any of your shades, please give us a call, we sell only the finest products in the industry with the same focus on customer satisfaction. We also reward you for referrals when a sale tops $2,000.
Rick Ritner2025.06.01
Great service and wonderful people. John and Evan were great. Very professional and helpful. Would highly recommend this company for any new shades or any existing shade repairs. Quality work at reasonable prices.
Rick, thank you so much. It was a pleasure meeting you and working with you. Your cellular shades should last another 10 years or so, but if you need new window coverings or have friends and family that do, we hope that you will call on us for that too. We sell shutters, blinds, shades, draperies and more.
Carol Bauman2025.03.29
So relieved to find a reputable company who would come out to us and take our broken shade and fix it. Saved us from having to purchase all new shades. John was very helpful and reliable and when we are ready for new shades for our home, we will definitely use his company and will recommend this company to our friends.
Carol, thank you. We like to say that we want to be the type of company that people want to do business with. We think things like showing up on time, offering quality services and quality products at a fair price are still important. Most important though is our clients and taking care of their window coverings needs whether it is a single blind repair, or a house full of new draperies, our clients deserve our very best.
Pano G2025.03.24
Great attention to detail. Pricing is reasonable. I would definitely use them again..
Pano, thank you. Norman shutters make any house a home. We love how you have transformed your new house into a home, and simply made it amazing. Thanks for making us a part of it.
Gary, thank you very much. We do hope you are enjoying your Norman Blinds and shade. We know the verticals are having some issues, and we are following up on that for you.
Karen Hampton2025.03.04
We hired Made in the Shade to replace our bathroom blind which was a custom size. Evan came out the next day when I called for an estimate. He was very professional and pleasant to work with. He brought several sample books for me to review which was great for me to hold up to my tile, etc. so I felt good about the selection I made. The shade came in when I was told, and Evan came back out to install the new shade and remove the old shade. It looks great! I highly recommend Made in the Shade for window treatments after our experience. Karen and Jeff
Karen,
Thank you so much for the great review. We pride ourselves on developing relationships with our clients, providing great support, and offering the best window treatments.
Julie K2025.02.05
Made in the Shade of Northern Virginia is first class! They are beyond kind, helpful, patient, responsive and knowledgeable! I just had window treatments installed on all of my windows in my house. The installation was fast and they cleaned up any little debris that was on the windowsill. I am thrilled with my new shades!
Julie, thank you so much for your kind words. We are happy to know that you are happy with your shades. Tell your friends about us, and may you have a blessed and early spring.
Sue Feinthel2024.10.22
John and Evan are dedicated to excellent customer service and are extremely diligent in finding the right solution for their clients. I had a problem with a large shade that was in place when I moved into my home, John went beyond what I would have expected to give me options, and to solve the problem. He has also done work for my real estate clients. Their work ethic and honesty is refreshing and they have without question, earned this five star recommendation!
Sue, thank you for your kind words. It has been our pleasure getting to know you.
Andrea Shome2024.10.04
Had a great experience getting a shade fixed. Responses were very clear and timely, and work was executed in an efficient manner. The team was also easy to work with. I will definitely return for any repairs needed in the future or other work needed related to window treatments!
Andrea, thank you. We are blessed to have have such great clients. It has been a pleasure working with you. Tell your friends!
Linda Duffie2024.07.27
Thanks John Briggs and Evan for all of your great work! We are enjoying our new solar blinds you put in our open-air sunroom. Sizing these large windows isn't easy, but Made In the Shade of Northern Virginia made it look that way. We thank you both for helping us complete the look we wanted. John and Evan were easy to work with by adapting to our wants and needs. We would highly recommend this company and would use them again.
Linda, thank you so much. We know there were a couple hiccups but we are happy that everything worked out and that you are happy with your shades. We understand that our clients are the most important asset to our business, and it is paramount to us that each and every one is 100% satisfied.
Bill Sidener2024.06.15
We purchased a custom-made motorized shade and quickly realized the installation was way more than we could handle. We contacted John at Made in the Shade and he was very quick to respond to our inquiry and said he and his team could handle. Then we added - could you do in the next week so it’s up for our son’s grad party? He said as long as it’s not raining they would try their best. John came over to look at the shade and where we wanted it placed. The next day he came back with Evan and Arthur and, in a few short hours, and before and after some spotty rain, got it installed. They ensured we knew how to operate it and were on their way. They were prompt, professional, very competitively priced, and flexible (shade was a great add for the party!). We would highly recommend them.
Bill, We were just happy to be able to help. The shade looks great, and we hope that you and your family enjoy it for many years.
Cindy H2024.03.25
We recently had the pleasure of working with John and Evan from Made in the Shade, and I must say, it was a truly wonderful experience. My husband and I had been on the hunt for blinds for our bedrooms with floor to ceiling windows but finding the perfect contemporary style had proven to be quite the challenge. A neighbor of ours recommended that we call John Briggs from Made in the Shade. She used John in the past and had a great experience.
From the moment John and Evan arrived at our house, it was evident that they were dedicated professionals. They took the time to listen to our needs and understand our style preferences, as well as how we used the rooms. Their expertise was evident as they walked us through the various types of blinds available, explaining the benefits of each and suggesting options that would be perfect for our situation.
Despite our initial concerns about pricing, we were pleasantly surprised to find that their rates were fair and reasonable for the quality of product and service they provided. Upon receiving their proposal, we didn't hesitate to move forward.
What truly set John and Evan apart was their exceptional customer service. Unlike other stores and blind retailers that we had encountered, they went above and beyond to ensure that we were completely satisfied with our purchase. From start to finish, they were flexible with scheduling, punctual, and so incredibly nice to work with!
They contacted us once our blinds arrived, and the installation process was smooth and efficient, with minimal disruption to our routine. We couldn't be happier with the end result and are grateful to John and Evan for their outstanding work.
In summary, if you're in need of blinds and want a seamless, stress-free experience, I highly recommend reaching out to John Briggs and Evan at Made in The Shade. Their level of professionalism, expertise, and dedication to customer satisfaction truly set them apart.
Cindy, thank you so much for your kind review. It was a pleasure working with you and your husband. We have been blessed to have so many kind and courteous clients.
Laura Zelman2024.01.25
I highly recommend Made In The Shade. I had two other people try to repair our Duette shades and fail. John Briggs of Made In The Shade was prompt, courteous explained what needed to be done, took the shades back to his workshop, ordered the parts needed, repaired and rehung the shades. It was a pleasure to deal with him.
Thank you Charlotte. It was a pleasure getting to know you. Let us know how well those skylights work for you come July and August.
Suhad Garcia-Batiz2024.01.02
Made in the Shade is the absolute best company to work with! We have used them twice and referred them to so many of our friends and family. John is always punctual to respond to emails and for appointments. He guided us in the right direction for beautiful quality blinds for our home. We are so happy with the service and product!
David, thank you so much. It was a pleasure working with you. The room looks great.
Blankenship Blankenship2023.08.11
We are so grateful to have found an honest company and owner who is dedicated to service and quality. We are a repeat customer! Our first project was several shades for our four season porch. The second were battery powered (app controlled with ability to schedule shade position) shades for our entire living room. Absolutely meticulous work! Our shades our complimented by everyone who sees them and have improved the aesthetics of our space and quality of life. I HIGHLY recommend you contact John, the owner, who will walk you through the entire process of selecting the perfect option for you with endless patience and zero pushiness. You will be so happy and wonder why you hadn’t called him sooner!
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