Window Treatments 101: A Guide to Blinds, Shades, & Shutters

Blind Spot Blinds & Shutters • Sep 20, 2023

From a subtle refresh to a dramatic change in aesthetic, modern window treatments have the power to transform the ambiance of any room in your home. The trick is to select the right product—or combination of products—to bring your vision to life. At Blind Spot Blinds & Shutters, we specialize in custom Hunter Douglas window treatments. Here, we’ll provide an overview of some of the most popular window treatments available and the unique style each selection brings.

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Horizontal and Vertical Window Blinds

If your space needs more privacy, installing new window blinds is a great option. Choose vertical blinds for sliding glass doors and large expanses of glass. Horizontal blinds are a great option for almost any window, including unique and hard-to-fit shapes like arches. Blinds’ tilting slats are easy to adjust and let light in when you need it and block it out when it’s time to wind down and relax.

Vertical and horizontal blinds also blend well with a variety of decor styles, from traditional and rustic to modern and contemporary. You can find window blinds in several textures and materials, including:

  • Aluminum metal
  • Natural wood
  • Faux wood
  • Vinyl
  • Fabric

Additionally, Hunter Douglas blinds are easy to clean, making them a great option for homes with kids and pets.

Window Shades

While browsing window treatments, don’t forget to factor in how style and performance can impact your decision. Window shades are made from a single length or continuous fabric panel and can vary widely based on the shapes and materials you choose. Window shades come in a variety of styles, such as:

Roman shades

Gentle folds define this option, effortlessly rolling or stacking in stylish and neat styles as they’re raised.

Sheer shades

Made with opaque fabric vanes and sheer panels, these shades soften natural light and provide privacy with their innovative features.

Cellular shades

These shades feature honeycomb-shaped fabric cells that absorb sound and control sunlight. With energy efficiency in mind, covering your windows with cellular shades helps regulate room temperature, keeping your home more comfortable throughout the year.

Roller shades

Roller shades provide greater darkness and privacy with opaque and semi-opaque materials and can include UV-protecting solar shades or banded shades that contrast opaque and sheer fabric bands for variable light control and privacy.

Woven shades

Adding natural elegance to your room, woven shades are made from natural materials like bamboo, wood, reeds, and grasses. These shades come in roller, Roman, and vertical drapery styles.

Interior Window Shutters

A mix of durability and timeless style, high-quality interior shutters make excellent window treatments. Indoor shutters complement a variety of decor, while enhancing privacy when you need it most. They even work well on uniquely shaped windows like arches and angles, as well as the sliding or French doors that open to your patio.

Custom shutters can be made with materials that withstand natural elements, guarding against fading and moisture damage, and they can take everyday wear and tear. While this particular feature may sound especially appealing for your home today, a durable window treatment can help elevate its resale value in the future.

Window Treatment Motorization

Some shades also offer motorization, so you can adjust light and privacy with a press of a button or on a set schedule. Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation is powered with Bluetooth® technology and lets you connect to a mobile device, allowing you control your window treatments with the PowerView® app, the Pebble® remote, or by voice when paired with your smart home assistant.

Refresh Your Home with Modern Window Treatments

With Hunter Douglas window treatments, it’s easy to transform your house’s visual appeal. The Blind Spot Blinds & Shutters team takes pride in helping our customers choose solutions that balance style and functionality.

We are a family-owned business that serves the Rocklin, Folsom, El Dorado Hills, Roseville, Lincoln, Granite Bay, Loomis, Auburn, Cameron Park, Rancho Cordova, Orangevale, West Sacramento, Sacramento, Carmichael, Fair Oaks areas in California.

Visit one of our two showrooms in Folsom and Rocklin, California, give us a call at (916) 773-7768, or contact us online to get started! We look forward to working with you.

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