What designers tell us goes wrong elsewhere
Lead times that blow the install date. Sales reps who go around the designer straight to the client. Products that arrive slightly off because someone else measured. A 1-800 number when something needs fixing.
We built our trade program to fix each of those.
What you get
- Trade pricing on every product we make
- Shutters, blinds and shades from one maker, so every window in the project matches
- A full sample library, on loan, plus fabric memo samples you can leave with clients
- COM (customer's own material) for Roman shades and selected products, reviewed for suitability
- Measure by us, with fit guaranteed, or measure by you with our measuring guide
- Lead times you can plan around: most orders ready about two weeks after measure
- A named contact who knows your projects
- Spec sheets and finish schedules for your presentations
- White-label quotes on request, so the quote carries your name, not ours
Our no-poaching promise
Your client is your client. We will never contact them directly to sell around you, and if they reach out to us, we route them back to you. Install crews arrive as part of your team.
For contractors
Your clients ask "who should I use for blinds?" at the end of every kitchen, reno and new build. Refer them to us and we take it from there: measure, quote, make, install. Ask about our referral program, or set up a trade account and quote blinds as part of your job.
Frequently asked questions
Does Atlantic Shades offer trade pricing for designers?
Yes. Interior designers, decorators and contractors across Atlantic Canada can apply for a trade account with trade pricing on all products, sample library access, COM options and a named contact.
Will you contact my clients directly?
No. Our no-poaching promise means we never sell around the designer or contractor. If your client contacts us, we route them back to you.
Can I use my own fabric?
Often, yes. We review customer's own material (COM) for weight, width and suitability, particularly for Roman shades.
How do I join the trade program?
Fill in the short form below with your business name, trade or design credentials and the region you work in. We will set up your account, usually within two business days.