We are proud to sell ONLY Graber products

Over the course of business we have sold most of the major brands in the window covering industry, and alot of the smaller ones. We made the conscious decision to pear down to one manufacturer for several reasons;

first and foremost is the Graber price point. When it comes down to it all dealers pay about the same price for blinds, regardless of the manufacturer. Grabers suggested retail pricing is the most competitive of the major brands. We try to give ourselves every advantage when we come into your home, but having the lowest price truly seals the deal.

secondly is the quality found in every product. From mini blinds to plantation shutters a tremendous amount of innovation and pride goes into every little detail. From the President of Sales to the woman I met who has been assembling headrails for your vertical blinds it’s apparent that they are not just punching a clock.

lastly is the commitment to support their dealers, like little ol’ us! Our number one concern is your experience with 303 Shutters. We sell 1000’s of window coverings a year and as you can imagine, some projects need a little more attention than others. When it’s your project Graber takes such good care of us it’s easier for us to make you priority number one!

GRABER

1932

John N. Graber created the Badger Drapery Crane, a “Here at last is the all-purpose, fully adjustable drapery crane that will solve practically all drapery problems.”

1942

In-house manufacturing begins.

Wood replaces metal in products, due to scarcity of materials during World War II.

1946

A new plant opens in Middleton, Wisconsin.

1964

The current Middleton corporate office/plant facility opens.

Early 70s

Graber purchases Illinois Shades, Wilkes Barr, Elkirt Vertical Blind Company, Moriarity Manufacturing Company, and Shades Inc. to greatly expand its offerings.

1971

“Here’s high fashion with exciting antiqued colors that brighten your whole room setting.”

–Marie Graber, First Lady in Window Fashions

1977

Graber begins producing custom horizontal blinds.

1979

Springs Mills purchases Graber, and the California and Pennsylvania facilities are folded into Middleton operations.

1983

Pleated shades begin production in Middleton, WI.

1984

“The Springs Engineering Department is one of the largest groups of its kind. Using state-of-the-art CAD/CAM technology, they design the finest hardware and components, and their list of exclusive patents underlines a true dedication to invention and innovation.”

1989

The Bali brand was added to the Springs Window Fashion Division.

The Company celebrates its 50-year anniversary with a party at Lakeview Park, Middleton.

1994

“The Springs Engineering Department is one of the largest groups of its kind. Using state-of-the-art CAD/CAM technology, they design the finest hardware and components, and their list of exclusive patents underlines a true dedication to invention and innovation.”

1997

Contract manufacturing begins in Reynosa, Mexico.

1999

Nanik is added to the family of brands to jumpstart growth in premium wood products.

2003

Custom Forest Products is acquired to expand capacity in wood processing.

2012

Cesta and June Tailor are acquired to expand our selection of soft window treatments.

2013

Horizons Window Fashions is acquired, adding their custom shades and soft treatments to our product selection.

2015

Springs Window Fashions acquires MechoSystems, solar shade experts for more than 50 years.

2016

Springs Window Fashions acquires SunSetter, leading manufacturer of retractable patio awnings since 1988.

2017

Springs Window Fashions acquires Mariak, a leading fabricator since 1986, and Patrician, one of the largest private label wholesale fabricators in the United States.

2018

Springs Window Fashions is under new ownership, by AEA Investors LP and British Columbia Investment Management Corporation.