We had a really positive experience with his business. They came, the price seemed fair, and they…read moreknew what they were doing.

I cannot say enough great things about SB Screen and Shade!…read more I hired Santa Barbara Screen and Shade to install a double french screen door and was extremely pleased with my experience from start to finish. Kim was very thorough in asking questions about the application and offered several options with a nice selection while guiding me to select the perfect solution. The unit arrived on time and Jason came to install the door. He was extremely friendly, professional, explained to me how he was going to install it, verified some areas before installing and the whole job was done quickly, efficiently and very cleanly. It was a pleasure working with them and I highly recommend them to my friends and family

Wow! Super impressed with the customer service for the company and the Santa Barbara store in…read moreparticular. We bought some blinds from the Ventura store a few years ago and had a problem with one and need to have it replaced. They have an amazing "No Questions Asked" replacement policy (within 5 years) and they will replace it for free (you pay installation). It is an incredible deal. I dealt with Mari in the SB office and she is amazing! She got back to me right away, figured out that I should have the one next to the original blind replaced as well (for the same price) and kept me up to date on shipping speed etc. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and very helpful. I would buy from them again in a heartbeat!

We had a great experience. Jeannie really took care of us. These are good people to work with.read more

In 2012 Bob put in new blinds in our living room. They were very satisfactory, but after many…read moreyears of abuse by the dogs and just the general busy-ness of an active household, they were looking pretty sad. So we called Bob again at The Blind Guy, and once again have sparkling new blinds, with updated controls. Maybe we'll use him again in another 13 years! Meanwhile, if you want great service and knowledge about products, give Bob a call. 805-884-0056.

We used Bob's service twice. The first time we had a very good experience and I had thought the…read moresecond time went well. Unfortunately, one of the blinds we got had a problem from the factory, so Bob said he would get a replacement for it. Months later we have not heard back from him despite numerous attempts to contact him. I posted "maybe" because I don't know if the business is even open anymore or if there is a health issue that I don't know about, but just notification that we won't be getting a replacement would be better than just not hearing anything.

As the office manager, i thought I had exhausted all the affordable options to cool our upstairs…read moreworkspace. Initially I was pricing out A/C splits and portable ACs ( which need to vent heat) and evaporative coolers which need open windows. None of these were good fits for the office. I then found 805 Shutters and Mike gave me confidence that a shade cover will help modify the temperature. The landlord and I were leaning towards selecting the honeycomb shades but opted to try the shutter shades that were recommended as they can withstand the heat better, hence last longer. Mike and his team member came out and installed the shutters very efficiently; and we were finally able to enjoy the space! Wish I found 805Shutters sooner so we could have utilized the upstairs as a great workspace For the past 3 years. Currently, the office staff are working comfortably and appreciate that the office space has been 'expanded' to accommodate more staff. -Jina / Office Mgr

So responsive! We called and got a quote the same day. Very reasonable pricing.. $$$ less than…read moreother competitors. Installation was fast and the quality is incredible. Overall we are very pleased with the product and service. Highly recommend!

We visited and received bids from several solar shade stores in Santa Barbara. After Lisa's home…read morevisit the choice was easy. She is wonderful to work with. Her store is nice and she was available for a home visit immediately. We had a complicated sliding door and her suggestions worked perfectly. We purchased solar shades and plantation shutters. We also liked Daniel, the installer. He measured and installed our window coverings. I would recommend Coastal Design to anyone.

Lisa goes the extra mile. She is professional yet friendly bringing a confident approach to her…read morework. With the vast array of choices, it can be a bit overwhelming. Yet, Lisa will ask the right questions to help you get to the best solution. She is organized & brings the samples with her. Another company we met did not have one of the sample colors and had we not checked around, we would have missed the best match in color. What a relief to know Lisa is on it. We will update this review with photos once the blinds are installed. Thank you Lisa. You will be so happy you picked Coastal Design.

Stay away from 3 Day Blinds - location: Santa Barbara We…read morehave had the WORST experience with 3 Day Blinds. Placed an order with a 1/2 deposit on June 10 with Marissa Hallstrom, with an estimated delivery of July 4. Never happen. I spent several hours calling her or customer service; no one returned my call.

The quality of workmanship on my shutters was very shoddy. These shutters were very expensive and…read moreshould not have any defects. Gaps on the railings is not acceptable. I was told by the installer that pretty much all of the wood shutters come with this defect and any replacement would have the same problem.

Proprietor was out of state after closing her shop. Told me…read moreto text her what I was looking for in terms of what I needed to furnish my home upon her return from her storage room. I did. I was looking at two lamps posted specifically for purchase which were photographed for sale. And hoped to look at art work as well. She did not answer my subsequent inquiries following....

Faitell Attractions, opened during the pandemic, is a REVELATION…read more The only reason I stumbled across the store was my passion for coconut frozen yogurt, which Yogurtland currently sells (along with pistachio). Parking in a garage downtown for a frozen yogurt irks me so I rarely go. I passed this consignment and the moment I entered, my eyes grew big. It's mostly furniture---a mix of mid-century modern and other classic pieces--but also one of the best designer resales I've seen in the back. Every bench, piece of art, chair gorgeous. You just have to go in to appreciate the extraordinary taste of Lisa Faitell, who moved to SB from Westchester County (a tiny town my dear friend lives and I just spent three nights). It's a mother-daughter operation, which I love. They also do custom window treatments and you can arrange for delivery. In the hour I spent, a woman in Laurel Canyon bought a large bright aqua sectional couch. I love absolutely everything. Note: the clothing runs small. Best if you are a size 2, 4, or 6. I love that a New Yorker opened this store--in a pandemic no less. New Yorkers have grit and chutzpah, always rising to the challenge in the most fraught conditions. I bought a dress (48 dollars) and an incredible long sweater-jacket with pattern (50). Wearing the dress to the Granada Saturday, my first time since 2014 before I moved to the city. If you're downtown, you must go in. It's impossible not to come away with a treasure. I went in to look for plant stands and found an outdoor set for 50 they only sell as a pair. I might have to go get it, though I really only need one.