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Selecting the right color, fabric, or texture is never an issue since Home Decorators Collection has a free swatch program. At no charge, consumers may request an unlimited number of free swatches to touch, test, and try before making a buying commitment. The online gallery is accessible at www.HDCBlinds.com. Also on the website is a handy tutorial for measuring and installing window treatments. Once the homeowner determines what product and size is needed, then the user-friendly navigation will walk them through the order process. Shoppers can actually save their window selections, and then access them later when they’re ready to order.

Consumers who participated in Home Decorators Collection’s survey admitted that a large selection was the second most important factor in deciding where to purchase their blinds. Not surprisingly, over half stated that pricing was their primary interest. Because Home Decorators Collection understands this, it offers a low price guarantee. If a consumer sees the exact same item advertised for less anywhere else within 30 days of their original purchase, they can send in the ad to receive double the difference up to the item's total retail value.

Home Decorators Collection is one of the nation’s largest direct sellers of merchandise for the home. In addition to catalog and website, it has retail stores in St. Louis, Kansas City, Oklahoma City and Tulsa. For further information, visit www.HomeDecorators.com or call 1-800-245-2217 for a free catalog. Home Decorators Collection is a division of Home Depot Direct.