Lancaster, on Saint John's West Side, faces the Bay of Fundy, with neighbourhoods of family homes from the early twentieth century to today, the Reversing Falls nearby and the fog never far away.
Being so close to the bay, Lancaster homes take more wind, salt and damp than most of the city.
What we fit most here: cellular shades for warmth on bay-facing walls, moisture-resistant faux wood blinds and roller shades, and corrosion-resistant hardware near the water.
Bay of Fundy weather. Lancaster homes face some of the dampest, foggiest weather in the city. Products that stay crisp and mould-free in that climate matter more here than almost anywhere else we serve.
Older family homes. Many Lancaster houses date from the early to mid twentieth century, with windows that let the cold in. Double-cell cellular shades on bay-facing walls are the most common upgrade.
Frequently asked questions
How do I reduce condensation behind blinds?
Leave blinds slightly open or raised a few centimetres on cold nights to let air reach the glass, run bathroom and kitchen fans and keep humidity moderate. Moisture-resistant fabrics resist mould if condensation does form.
Do you serve the West Side?
Yes, including Lancaster, Fairville and Milford.
What fabrics resist mould?
Polyester and vinyl-coated fabrics resist mould far better than cotton, linen or natural fibres, especially in damp coastal homes.
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