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.
Awnings
Save energy, reduce glare, and protect furniture from fading.
Custom Closets
Maximize storage space - custom-made for your home.
Blind and Shade Repairs
We offer quick and professional repairs for your blinds and shades.
Free Design Consultations
Get a free design consultations for your next decorating project.
Blinds & Shades by Room
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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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Energy-Efficiency: Awnings and Sheer Shades
If you’re looking for ways to improve your home's energy efficiency, you might want to consider installing awnings. Awnings are a type of window covering that extends over the exterior of your windows, providing shade and protection from the sun.
Awnings can help you save money on your energy bills by reducing the hot or cold air that enters your home through your windows.
The Energy Efficiency Of Awnings
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, awnings can reduce solar heat gain by up to 65% on south-facing windows and 77% on west-facing windows. This means using your AC less, lowering energy consumption, and reducing your carbon footprint. Awnings can also help you save energy in the winter by preventing heat loss through your windows, as long as you retract them on sunny days to let in natural light and warmth.
Another benefit of awnings is that they can enhance the appearance and value of your home. Awnings come in various styles, colors, and materials, so you can choose the ones that match your home's design and personality. Awnings can also create an outdoor living space for you and your family to enjoy the fresh air and scenery without worrying about the sun's glare or UV rays.
What Do Awnings Work Well With?
One of our most popular products at Appalachian Blind & Closet is our sheer shades, which perfectly complement our awnings. Sheer shades are a type of window treatment that combines the functionality of blinds with the elegance of sheer fabric.
Sheer shades allow you to control the amount of light and privacy in your home while also filtering harmful UV rays and enhancing your view. Sheer shades are available in different colors, opacities, and vane sizes, so you can customize them to suit your style and mood.
What’s so good about sheer shades?
We understand that every home is unique. Our sheer shades come in various colors, textures, and styles, allowing you to find the perfect fit for your interior decor.
Energy-efficient design: Our sheer shades are energy-efficient. They help regulate indoor temperatures by diffusing sunlight and minimizing heat gain during the summer months. Additionally, they provide insulation during the winter, keeping your home cozy and warm.
Balancing natural light and privacy: Sheer shades filter natural light gently, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in your home. They offer the perfect balance between privacy and illumination, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of your surroundings without compromising on comfort.
Boost Your Energy Efficiency Today
At Appalachian Blind & Closet Co., we offer high-quality awnings that are custom-made to fit your windows and preferences. We have been serving the Boone, North Carolina, area and surrounding regions for over 20 years, providing exceptional service and satisfaction to our customers. If you need awnings for your home or business, we have the expertise and experience to help you find the best solution for your needs.
If you want to learn more about our awnings and sheer shades, visit our website or contact us today for a consultation. We would love to hear from you and help you transform your home into a more energy-efficient and beautiful space.