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.
Drapery Hardware
Choose from a wide selection of styles.
Fabrics
Choose from our large selection of fabric colors, patterns and textures.
Motorized Window Coverings
Enjoy the convenience of motorized window coverings.
Outdoor Solar Shades
Make your outdoor spaces more comfortable with our outdoor solar shades.
Motorized Covering Expertise
We offer expert motorization services for your window coverings.
Window Covering Measuring & Installations
Our measuring and installation service will ensure an exact fit for your window coverings.
About Us
Learn more about Desert Shades and Drapery, a Hunter Douglas Window Treatment Dealer near Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Scottsdale and Biltmore, Arizona.
Phoenix, AZ
Desert Shades & Drapery has been Phoenix's go-to locally-owned Hunter Douglas window treatments provider for years.
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Bedroom
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Pro Tips for Deciding on Different Types of Window Shades
Choosing the right window shades will elevate your home's style, improve energy efficiency, and provide the perfect balance of light and privacy. At Desert Shades & Drapery, we bring over 20 years of experience to help you find the ideal solution. As a trusted window treatment store in Phoenix, AZ, we're proud to serve the greater Phoenix area, including Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, and Biltmore neighborhoods like Biltmore Greens, Biltmore Terraces, and Biltmore Estates.
Here are some of our expert tips to consider when choosing the best types of window shades for your home:
Privacy and Light Control
If privacy is your priority, shades with blackout or light-filtering options are excellent choices.
- Blackout Shades: These are ideal for bedrooms or media rooms, as they block almost all external light, creating a serene, private environment.
- Top-Down, Bottom-Up Shades: These allow you to control privacy while still letting in natural light. Perfect for ground-level rooms in busy neighborhoods.
Our experienced team at Desert Shades & Drapery can guide you to find the perfect blend of privacy and light control tailored to your needs.
Energy Efficiency
Phoenix's hot summers call for energy-efficient solutions to keep your home's temperature regulated and reduce utility bills.
- Cellular Shades: Known for their honeycomb design, cellular shades trap air, providing insulation that keeps your home's temperature regulated.
- Solar Shades: Solar shades reduce heat gain while preserving your view, making them a favorite for living rooms and patios.
We are here to help you choose the best options to optimize your home's energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal.
Style and Aesthetic Appeal
Enhancing your home's décor is easy with the variety of shade styles we offer.
- Roman Shades: A classic choice that adds elegance to any room, Roman shades are available in a range of fabrics and patterns.
- Woven Wood Shades: These natural woven shades bring warmth and texture to your space, ideal for homes with a rustic or modern aesthetic.
Whether your home features contemporary design or timeless elegance, we can help you select shades that complement your style.
Durability and Maintenance
Durability is especially important near Phoenix, AZ, where intense sunlight can wear down materials.
- Roller Shades: Made from durable, UV-resistant materials, roller shades are a low-maintenance solution for high-traffic areas.
- Vinyl Shades: Affordable and easy to clean, these are perfect for kitchens and bathrooms.
Our 20+ years of experience ensure that we can guide you to durable options that stand the test of time.
Shop with Confidence at Desert Shades & Drapery
When you shop for window shades in Phoenix, trust Desert Shades & Drapery to provide personalized recommendations based on your needs. Our commitment to quality and attention to detail makes us the go-to window treatment store in Phoenix, AZ.
Visit us to explore a wide range of window shades or schedule an in-home consultation. We are here to help transform your windows into functional and stylish focal points of your home.
Contact Desert Shades & Drapery today to discover the perfect window shades for your space!