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.
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Bathroom
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Bedroom
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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
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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
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Child and Pet-Friendly
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What is The Energy-Efficient Tax Credit?
Are you tired of sky-high energy bills and looking for ways to save money while making your home more comfortable? Luckily, there is a new energy-efficient shades tax credit! This federal incentive rewards homeowners who invest in energy-saving window treatments, like the ever-popular cellular shades. Here, we'll explore the tax credit details and learn why cellular shades are the ultimate energy-efficient choice.
What's the Buzz About the Energy-Efficient Shades Tax Credit?
This credit is a federal program designed to encourage homeowners to make energy-conscious upgrades. When you purchase qualifying energy-efficient products, like specific window treatments, you can claim a tax credit equal to 30% of your purchase price, up to a maximum of $1,200 per year. This means that not only will you enjoy lower energy bills, but you'll also get a nice chunk of change back when tax season rolls around.
Cellular Shades: The Unsung Heroes of Energy Efficiency
When it comes to ultra-energy-efficient window treatments, cellular shades reign supreme. These clever shades feature a honeycomb-shaped design that traps air in pockets, creating an insulating barrier between your windows and the great outdoors. This layer of insulation helps keep your home cozy in the winter and refreshing during the summer, limiting the strain on your HVAC system and ultimately lowering your energy bills.
Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades: The Crème de la Crème
If you're looking for luxury, custom cellular shades, look no further than Duette® Cellular Shades by Hunter Douglas. These top-of-the-line shades offer superior insulation thanks to their premium-quality materials and innovative design. With various colors, textures, and pleat sizes, you can easily find an excellent shade to complement your home's style while maximizing energy efficiency. They're the perfect match for many energy-conscious homes.
Blinds vs. Cellular Shades: Are Cellular Shades Better than Blinds?
While blinds are popular for many homeowners, cellular shades are the better choice regarding energy efficiency. Blinds, whether wood, faux wood, or metal, have slats that allow air to pass through, creating gaps where heat escapes or enters your home. Conversely, cellular shades provide a continuous barrier that helps maintain a consistent temperature, keeping you comfortable and your energy bills in check.
Appalachian Blind & Closet Co.: Your Partner in Energy Savings in Boone, NC
Are you ready to use the energy-efficient tax credit and upgrade your window treatments? Look no further than Appalachian Blind & Closet Co., your go-to source for Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades in Boone, North Carolina, and the surrounding areas. We serve Banner Elk, Blowing Rock, Linville, Newland, Jefferson in North Carolina, Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol, and Elizabethton in Tennessee.
Seize this incredible opportunity to save money and make your home more energy-efficient. Call (828) 264-1395 today or reach out online to schedule a complimentary design appointment. Our insightful and welcoming staff will help you find the perfect window treatments for your home, ensuring that you maximize your energy savings. Let's work together to create a more comfortable, sustainable, and cost-effective home!