PowerView® Automation
Program your window treatments so that they adjust themselves automatically, creating the perfect room ambiance morning, noon and night.
Sheer Shades
Learn more about Hunter Douglas custom window sheers, including our shadings and privacy sheers. Innovative, light-diffusing sheers. Your trusted source for window treatments.
Cellular Shades
Cellular honeycomb shades from Hunter Douglas. An energy-efficient design that traps air in distinct pockets to help keep your house cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Roman Shades
Custom-made fabric Roman Shades by Hunter Douglas, combining the look of soft folds with the ease and convenience of a shade. Custom-crafted.
Roller Shades
The Hunter Douglas roller shades & solar screen shades collections offer excellent light control and a clean, stylish look in a range of fabrics and materials.
Woven Shades
For a warm, natural look our Hunter Douglas Woven Wood Shades collection of window treatments transforms sunlight into captivating design statements. Choose yours today.
Vertical Shades
Find the right custom vertical shades for any room in your home. Search our most popular window shades.
Wood Blinds
From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, wood blinds have been a favorite among homeowners for decades.
Metal Blinds
Find the perfect metal blinds for any room in your home. From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, metal blinds have been a favorite among homeowners.
Vertical Blinds
Discover Hunter Douglas customized vertical blinds featuring elegant styling and translucency in a large selection of colors, treatments, and textures. Lifetime guarantee.
Shutters
Hunter Douglas custom window shutters provide superior light control and privacy with classic styles, long-lasting finishes, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Drapery
Choose from timeless and on-trend fabrics, including lofty textures and alluring jacquards, artisanal embroideries and luminous sheers.
Light Enhancing
Enjoy the beauty of natural light and make any space more captivating, with the following light-enhancing shades.
Room Darkening
Want a darker room for better sleep or optimal movie binging? These shades and drapes help block light at the window.
Energy Efficient
Live comfortably and save energy with these shades. Designer to keep a room warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Door Coverings
Manage natural light and add privacy with these window treatments that work well for sliding-glass and patio doors.
Sound Absorption
Create a quieter, more relaxing room with these window treatments, which help absorb sound, reducing exterior noise.
Top-Down Bottom-Up
For privacy and natural light, position shades from the top, bottom or both. These shades have this feature available.
Drapery & Valances
Add the perfect finishing touch to your windows.
Fabrics
Choose from our large selection of fabric colors, patterns and textures.
Motorized Window Coverings
Enjoy the convenience of motorized window coverings.
Upholstery
We offer re-upholstery services for all furniture styles.
Window Covering Measuring & Installations
Our measuring and installation service will ensure an exact fit for your window coverings.
Interior Design Ideas
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Bathroom
See window covering solutions for privacy and moisture-resistance.
Bedroom
See window covering solutions for privacy and room darkening.
Home Office
See window covering solutions for light filtering and glare control.
Kitchen
See window covering solutions for a variety of needs and kitchen styles.
Living Room
See window covering solutions for light filtering and UV protection.
Media Room
See room darkening window treatments for your media room.
Nursery & Kids Room
See child-safe window coverings for baby nurseries and kids rooms
Angled Windows
See blinds and shades for angled, sloped, and triangle-shaped windows.
Arched Windows
See blinds and shades for arched, half-circle or half-moon windows.
Bay, Bow, Corner Windows
See blinds and shades for bay, bow and corner windows.
French Doors
See shutters, blinds and shades for French Doors.
Sidelights
See blinds and shades for sidelight windows.
Sliding Glass Doors
See blinds and shades for patio and sliding-glass doors.
Skylights
See blinds and shades specifically suited for skylights.
Automated
See all options for automated blinds and shades.
Blackout
See our options for blinds and shades that best control light.
Energy Efficient
See blinds and shades that help save energy at the window.
Light Filtering
See blinds and shades for light filtering and UV protection.
Child and Pet-Friendly
See blinds and shades that are safer for children and pets.
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Exploring Types of Shades and Window Coverings for Large Windows
Large windows transform homes into bright, airy sanctuaries by offering expansive views and inviting abundant natural light into your home. However, homeowners must be able to control this influx of natural light by curating appropriate window treatments for their home’s large windows. Window Decor of Fairfax has got you covered, from sleek and energy-efficient window shades to vertical blinds for large windows. This guide explores window covering options specifically suited for large windows, each offering distinct advantages and unique aesthetics. Let's dive in!
Absorb Sound While Saving on Energy Bills With Cellular Shades
Cellular shades are a practical and energy-efficient window treatment for large windows. Their fabric is folded into individual cells, resembling a honeycomb when viewed from the side. These cells create air pockets that provide insulation by trapping air. Since large windows can be a significant energy drain, improving their thermal efficiency with cellular shades reduces energy bills while maintaining a more comfortable indoor temperature. As a bonus, Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades absorb sound for a more peaceful and quiet space.
Control Sunlight While Preserving the View With Solar Shades
Solar shades block sunlight and UV rays from large windows without compromising the view. Their tightly woven mesh material reduces glare, controls indoor temperatures, and protects furniture and flooring from sun damage. For added convenience, solar shades can be equipped with a motorization option, automatically closing during the sun's peak intensity and retracting when the sunlight diminishes. When you choose solar shades to cover your large windows, you can rest assured that you mitigate the disadvantages of too much direct sunlight while enjoying the beauty of your vast view of the outdoor scenery.
Controlling Light while Elevating Aesthetic With Vertical Blinds
Vertical blinds consist of individual slats operated with a wand or cord for precise light and privacy control. Their classic style complements any space, while their vertical orientation enhances the height of large windows, creating a sense of spaciousness. Available in a wide range of colors, textures, and materials, vertical blinds offer versatility in design. Whether you prefer vinyl, fabric, or faux wood, there's a style option you'll love for your home decor. Vertical blinds are a sought-after option for large windows, offering affordability, durability, and style.
Window Coverings for Large Windows in Fairfax, VA
Choosing the best type of window covering for large windows depends on your style, privacy concerns, light control desires, and energy efficiency needs. Let our experienced staff of decorators and installers help you through the process, from concept to installation.
We invite you to discover our carefully curated collection of window treatments at our showroom in Fairfax, Virginia. Alternatively, we are delighted to arrange a personalized in-home consultation at your convenience. We proudly serve the Washington D.C area, including Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, Springfield, Centreville, Burke, Manassas, Falls Church, McLean, Great Falls, Chantilly, Clifton, Merrifield, Woodbridge, Dumfries, Annandale, Reston, Vienna, Aldie, South Riding, Ashburn, Leesburg, and Sterling, VA. We can't wait to hear from you!