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Motorization Updates We're excited to share some upcoming improvements to our motorization options, including USB-C charging ports and sleek new designs. Remote Motor USB-C Charging Ports All Remote Motors are being updated to charge with a USB-C charging port. Remote Motors ordered from the Dual Sheer Shade, Walden Premier, and Walden Select Collections are now using USB-C charging ports. The rest of the Pro Design Collections will follow as each factory runs through their inventory of the micro-USB motors. Hand Held Remotes The hand-held 15 channel remotes have a new design and are available in both white and black. The new remotes feature a sleek design with added functionality including backlit LED Screen and AAA battery power. With the introduction of the new multi channel remotes, we will be discontinuing the single channel remote. This transition is expected to begin May 2025.  Stay Updated
Our factories will transition to the new motor options as they deplete their current inventories. Because of this, changes will occur by collection. We have added a tracking tab to the Production Times page of our website. This will be updated weekly as each factory transitions. Follow the link below to access the tracking tab. >> Motorization Transition Timeline
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 Effective today, we have updated ordering systems for Drapery Hardware with Panels. See below for details of how to place orders in the new configuration.
Rods, rod installation brackets, and rings for pinch pleat and ring ready panels are included in the retail hardware prices below.
Place orders under the Portfolio Collection Drapery Hardware with Panels product in your ordering system. Drapery hardware is only available to order with drapery panels and is not available to order separately. Drapery panels and hardware are placed on the same line item in your ordering system. The order quantity will be based on the number of requested drapery rods. One Way or Split Draw will determine the number of panels received. One Way will be one panel per rod, while Split Draw will be two panels per rod. Example: Quantity 1 - One Way = 1 Rod and 1 Panel Quantity 2 - One Way = 2 Rods and 2 Panels Quantity 1 - Split Draw = 1 Rod and 2 Panels Quantity 2 - Split Draw = 2 Rods and 4 Panels For more information, watch our video below: >> How to Order Hardware with Drapery Product Guide Product guides have been updated to reflect this change and can be downloaded on the Pro Design Website. Find information for Drapery Panels with hardware starting on page 26 in your product guide. >> Download Product Guide Current Orders in Quote Status If you have a current open quotes in PIC under Portfolio Collection Drapery Panels with Hardware, please resubmit the quote under Portfolio Collection Drapery Hardware with Panels before sending the order through to ensure it aligns with the new configuration. Production Times
Chinese New Year is January 29, 2025. While our factories will observe the holiday, they are working hard to ensure minimal disruptions in production times. We do not expect to see significant delays. Production times are expected but not guaranteed. Production times are estimated for the time it will take your order to ship from our factory after it has been placed. They do not include transit time for delivery. We will continue to provide confirmation updates on existing orders should their production time be affected by this delay. Please remember to check our website for the most up-to-date production times for each of our product categories. >> View Current Production Times Single Shade Maximum Length
Natural Roller Shade Collection We are pleased to announce that we have extended the maximum length for all Natural Roller Shade fabrics to 108”. This change applies for single shades only. Double shades will remain available with a 96" maximum length. Open Roll Shades - Bracket Covers We have also adjusted the programming for open roll shades to make it clearer when bracket covers will be added. If you have a current open quote for a Natural Roller Shade order with open roll brackets, please revalidate the quote before sending the order through to ensure it aligns with the new programming. We apologize for the inconvenience this causes. Product Guides Product guides have been updated to reflect this change and can be downloaded on the Pro Design Website. >> Download Product Guides  We are pleased to announce we will be launching a new sliding panel system for orders starting December 3, 2024.
Our new system uses Coulisse Absolute Sliding Panel hardware. There is no price increase for this new system. The system uses improved hardware for better installation and operation. Panels have a smoother glide in the new track with easy passage of panels. Download our product feature for more details. >> Absolute Sliding Panels Product Feature Sliding Panel Visualizer With this update, we are also introducing our sliding panel visualizer. The visualizer can be used to see the proportions and scale on your sliding panel. Follow the link below to access the visualizer. >> www.ProDesignLLC.net/Sliding-Panel-Visualizer Product Guides Our product guides have been updated to reflect this update. All collections that offer sliding panels will use the Absolute system starting December 3, 2024. >> Login to Vendor Resources >> Register for Vendor Resources Access Learn More About this Option Sign up for training to learn more about the new sliding panel system. >> Request Training  Thank you for your support of our Fabric Roman Shade Collection. We've made some specification changes to motorized shades from this collection. Installation Bracket We've improved the installation bracket for motorized shades. All shades will now use the 1 3/4" installation bracket. This will reduce the flush mounting depth for motorized shades to 3". It will also reduce the gap between the wall and the back of the shade for outside mount applications. AC Motor Minimum The AC motor now has a minimum width of 22 1/8". This change has been updated in our ordering system. Product Guides Our product guides have been updated to reflect these changes and can be downloaded on the Vendor Resources page of the Pro Design website. >> Login to Vendor Resources >> Register for Vendor Resources Access View the Collection Online Learn more about this collection or order sample books by visiting the Pro Design website. >> View the Collection Online >> Order Sample Books  Discontinued Fabrics Portfolio Collection Dual Sheer Shades Please note the following fabrics have been discontinued from the Portfolio Collection Dual Sheer Shades. We ask that you remove these fabrics from your Dual Sheer sample book. They have been removed from our ePIC ordering system.
Product Guides Our product guides have been updated to reflect these changes and can be downloaded on the Vendor Resources page of the Pro Design website. >> Login to Vendor Resources >> Register for Vendor Resources Access Comparable Fabric Options
 We are excited to announce our updated Walden Premier Collection will be available to order starting July 1, 2024. The updated collection features new options and patterns. See full details below.
New PatternsThe update features 11 new patterns that bring new textures and colors to the collection. In the pattern update we focused on adding options for current color trends including more bright white and soft neutral tones as well as darker browns and blacks. You will also find patterns with soft, unique textures.
New Edge Binding StyleA new Ramie edge binding style has been added, which features a soft texture and colors that are better suited for modern decor. Twill tape edge binding will remain available as well.
New LinersGray and Black light-filtering liners are also available.
Sample BooksTraining OpportunityInterested in learning more about our shade collections? Set up a training call with a member of our team!
>> Set up a training call WCMA Standards
The new WCMA standard for corded window shades comes into effect on June 1, 2024. As a result, we are making important changes to the configuration of our products. Woven Wood Shades, Natural Shades, and Fabric Roman Shades According to the new standard, we will not be able to ship Woven Wood Shades, Natural Shades, and Fabric Roman Shades with cord locks after June 1st. To make sure we are in full compliance with the new standard, we will stop taking new orders for cord lock shades starting April 15, 2024. Our product guides have been revised to include cordless as the base control option for these programs. Updated product guides can be downloaded on the Pro Design website by following the link below. After April 15, 2024, we will not be able to remake malfunctioning shades with cord locks, and we will offer to either repair these shades or to replace them with cordless or clutch control. We will work with you on a case-by-case basis to determine the best outcome for your customer. All Collections We will also be introducing a new tensioner for clutch control in all our shade collections, as our current tensioner is not compliant with the new standard. We will start shipping shades with the new tensioner as soon as we have inventory, which will be before June 1, 2024. Product Guides Our product guides have been updated to reflect these changes and can be downloaded on the Vendor Resources page of the Pro Design website. >> Login to Vendor Resources >> Register for Vendor Resources Access Printed product guides can also be requested at the link below. >> Order Printed Guides We are excited to announce that Fabric Roman Shades will be available on March 22, 2024 from The Portfolio Collection.
In this collection, find a unique fabric selection with over 100 sophisticated fabric options, selected for current design trends. Shade styles include standard with a 6" valance or waterfall. Panel styles include Flat, Knife Pleat, Front Slat, and Hobbled. The standard lift option for this collection is cordless. Learn more about the collection and view the available fabrics on our website. >> Fabric Roman Shades Sample Books Sample books are available to order for $150. All pre-ordered sample books will begin shipping on 3/15. >> Order Sample Books Product Guides The product guide for this collection is now available and can be downloaded on the Vendor Resources page of the Pro Design website. >> Login to Vendor Resources >> Register for Vendor Resources Access Training Opportunity Want to learn more about this collection? Sign up for a training session with the Pro Design Team! >> Request Training |
