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Comparing Different Types of Window Shades

A window treatment made from a continuous piece of fabric or material is also called a window shade—but when it comes to window shades, this is a large category that contains many different styles.

Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades near Kailua-Kona, Hawaii (HI)

How can you decide which is best for your home?

Our team at Kaloko Shutter & Blind is here to explain the options to clients almost every day, and we’re also happy to enlighten you about these differences by sharing all the different varieties we have available and what makes them unique from one another.

What are the Different Types of Window Shades?

Window shades can liven up your home decor, offering benefits like privacy and light control—as well as enhancing your style. Our Kailua-Kona, HI showroom features numerous types of Hunter Douglas window shades. Let's explore our options:

Roller Shades

Roller-style shades have a simple design—but don’t let their ease of use fool you! Made from a single length of fabric, roller shades roll up neatly into a header. Roller shades come in a variety of fabrics, including solar shades—which are made from sheer, UV-protecting fabrics that save your home and belongings from solar damage.

Roman Shades

Roman shades offer a more dramatic look and architectural design elements than other shade styles. They have soft folds that stack neatly when raised and lie flat when lowered. They offer luxurious fabrics and full or flat folds in rolling or stacking styles. Pair them with a top treatment or custom drapes for a built-in look.

Cellular Shades

Also known as honeycomb shades, cellular shades are constructed with layers of fabric that form air pockets. When paired together, they form an insulating barrier that traps heat or cold air. Available in vertical and horizontal options, different pleat sizes, and an impressive selection of fabrics, you can choose a light-filtering or room-darkening styles to complete your space.

Woven Wood Shades

Woven wood shades are window treatments made with organic, natural materials like woods, bamboo, reeds, and grasses. These shades provide additional texture and come in roller shade, Roman shade, and drapery styles. Add an independent liner for more energy efficiency and light control.

Sheer Shades

Today’s sheer shades combine opaque fabric vanes with sheer panels, gently filtering light while protecting privacy. The adjustable vanes filter sunlight and maintain outdoor views, balancing brightness and privacy. Add an additional liner for more privacy or room-darkening benefits.

We Have All the Different Types of Window Shades You’re Looking For

Kaloko Shutter & Blind features Hunter Douglas Window Treatments and window tinting to clients in the Big Island. We invite you to browse our selection, compare them, and see what grabs your attention.

We look forward to meeting you. Contact us for a consultation in Kailua Kona, Waikoloa, Mauna Lani, Mauna Kea, Kohala, Waimea, Kamuela, Hualalai, Holualoa, Captain Cook, and Kealakekua, HI.