A Guide to Choosing Window Treatments
If you’ve started your window treatment search, you probably are very aware that there are a vast number of options out there. At Altra Home Décor serving the greater Phoenix area, we stay at the forefront of trending styles, designs, and products, so we can help you get the perfect look for your window with just the right function. We offer the latest styles from Hunter Douglas, the leader in the window treatment industry, and our decades of experience in the field give us the knowledge and expertise to help guide any window fashion selection. Read on to understand some of the factors that go into your decision-making, and be sure to contact one of our specialists for more info on your particular situation.
Window Treatments for Aesthetics
If you’re going for a new aesthetic, you might be surprised at how much of a change upgrading your window fashions can make. Your design and style are your own, and you’ll want your window treatments to reflect that. Consider how the pattern, color, and texture of your treatments will look with the rest of your décor and how well those things will evolve as your aesthetics do as well. If you have a modern or minimalist look, consider chic Designer Roller Shades, while if you prefer elegance and sophistication, look to Vignette® Modern Roman Shades. If you have existing hard window treatments, explore mix-and-match layering options, including using custom drapery or side panels to enhance the look at your window.
Energy Efficiency
These days, it’s great to get some savings where we can, so finding window fashions that help reduce the monthly electric bill can be a lovely bonus. Hunter Douglas features many styles of window treatments that allow you to save money on energy while not sacrificing style. Take a look at Duette® Cellular Shades, which offer both sleek aesthetics and excellent insulation at the window, providing energy efficiency and beauty that can work with any décor.
Light and Privacy Control
Finding treatments that can both diffuse natural sunlight and give you great privacy might be your goal. If that’s the case, consider Silhouette® Sheer Shades, which are designed with vanes that float between sheer fabrics. They give you great view-through while also balancing light and privacy needs well. If you’re looking for a bedroom solution, consider Duette® Architella® shades, which are made with a honeycomb-within-a-honeycomb design to provide sound absorption, light control, and insulation. Add to them the LightLock® Room Darkening System, a unique U-shaped series of channels that block light from the sides, and you’ll have a dark, quiet, peaceful retreat for your slumber, even in the long-light days of summer.
Maintenance
If you prefer low-maintenance treatments, blinds might be a good choice for you—you can simply wipe them with a damp cloth or quickly dust them with your duster. Or if you don’t mind using a vacuum attachment, shades could be the route to go. Some curtains might be easy to just toss in the washer (be sure to check the fabric recommendations), so that could be your option. Other treatments might take more intense care, which is fine, but know what you’re getting into before you make your final decision.
Functionality and Safety
If you have small children or pets in your home, know that dangling cords can be a choking hazard. Newer treatments won’t have those, but if you’ve got old ones, you might consider an upgrade to get a better lift system. For the cream of the crop, select a window fashion that works well with PowerView® Automation. It’s the perfect solution for hard-to-reach window treatments, such as those in skylights, in vaulted ceilings, or behind bathtubs. Plus, with PowerView, you can operate and program your shades to open and close when you want—even when you aren’t home. No longer for just convenience, PowerView opens a whole new world of functionality, privacy, and safety for your home.
Window Treatment Selection in the Greater Phoenix, Peoria AZ Areas
Altra Home Decor is your source for window treatments, custom drapery, flooring, and more! We serve the greater Phoenix area, including Peoria, Sun City West, Glendale, and Scottsdale, with a showroom in Surprise. Stop by our locally owned store to view our full-size window treatment displays and sample books. Contact us today to schedule an in-home design consultation!
