1. A New View Windows & Doors
3445 E. La Palma Avenue, Anaheim; 714-953-7663; anewviewwindows.com
A New View Windows & Doors is this year’s pick for Orange County’s favorite supplier of blinds and shutters, but the Anaheim-based company does more than that. Jamie and Cash Cockerill’s services include a full range of window and door sales and installation, as well as siding. From the black interior and exterior doors that have been growing in popularity to bi-fold doors to on-trend windows with as little frame as possible, they offers a bevy of options to improve both the view from your home and the view of your home.
Potential customers are encouraged to stop by the 5,000-square foot showroom in person to see what styles they might want, although Jamie Cockerill says A New View can work with people via email as well. Cash Cockerill, who is also a licensed contractor, handles all the home visits, taking the measurements before the company submits a bid.
“He’s the only person that goes out and takes measurements and looks at the jobs before we get them to make sure that everything can work,” says Jamie Cockerill. Another advantage A New View offers is that it uses in-house installers for its projects.
As for blinds and shutters, A New View’s selection includes Honeycomb Portrait and Centerpiece Roman shades from Norman, as well as plantation shutters and hardwood blinds.
2. Bockman’s
1008 N. Tustin Ave., Anaheim; 714-630-4455; bockmaninteriors.com
For more than 50 years, Bockman’s has been helping Orange County residents spruce up their homes. The family business is a local favorite for its selection of American-made custom blinds, shades and shutters, samples of which you can check out at their Anaheim showroom, which is open Monday through Saturday. Bockman’s team handles measurements and installations.
Additionally, Bockman’s also offers custom drapery services with a selection of fabrics that ranges from Ralph Lauren to Waverly. Bockman’s keeps plenty of fabrics in stock, but more are also available by special order. For unique drapes and valances, schedule a consultation or drop by the showroom.
Note too that Bockman’s offers a lot more than window coverings. The store also offers custom bedding, including headboards, as well as upholstery, furniture. Bockman’s is also this year’s pick for Orange County’s favorite place to by carpet. It has a wide selection of that and also make custom rugs.
3. Orange County Shutters
7649 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove; 714-891-0090, orangecountyshutters.com
You might be trying to decide between shutters or shades for your home, but Orange County Shutters proprietor Rebecca Gloudeman has noticed that more customers are looking at a combination of the two. Perhaps shutters for your windows and motorized shades for French or sliding doors? She adds that, now that motorized shades have become more affordable, their popularity is rising.
“We’re very big into motorization,” she says, “but, obviously, shutters are our main forte.”
Right now, people are looking for shutters in grays, cream and bright white, but Gloudeman is also seeing colors such as teal and orange rising in popularity. In fact, she’s bringing more orange into her own home. Gloudeman’s own background is in interior design and she says that, as well as being a licensed contractor, has been helpful in maintaining her longtime customer base.
“It’s very helpful to know that they’re in good hands with someone who has schooling in it and is professional,” she says. Plus, she’s passing down that knowledge to her children, both of whom work at Orange County Shutters.
