You know that time of day when the light is just right, there’s a glow to the room, and it seems completely serene? That’s the beauty of Silhouette Sheer Shades. They invite light into the home, but soften it as it enters, so the atmosphere is like a quiet whisper. A glow seems to hover, and you get a view of the outdoors. Come explore Silhouette Shade features with us to determine the ideal ambiance for your own home.
The Vanes
There’s a running debate in the window covering world when it comes to Silhouette Shade features: Do you continuously keep the vanes open…or closed? Keeping them open most of the time means that you probably have a beautiful landscape just outside your windows, and indirect light entering during certain times of day.
For those that choose to keep them closed more often than not, you probably have your reasons. The windows might be facing the street, they’re in a room where privacy is more important, or you have relentless light that just won’t quit. One of the newest features allows you to adjust the vanes up to channel light into your room, while the vanes appear closed to the outside. It’s called Halo.
One Shade…Or Two?
The beauty of Hunter Douglas sheer shades is the way they can transform entering light, from harsh to gentle, and from bright to a glow. But with the innovation of dual sheer shades, you have even more levels of light control, adding serious room darkening to the list of Silhouette Shade features.
The Color Scheme
The fabric vanes that seem to “float” in between the layers of sheers can be chosen to coordinate with your home’s aesthetic. There is a beautiful selection of fabrics, showcasing a variety of subtle texturing. Do you prefer dark…or light? Color or neutral? You’ll find a range of colors to create exactly the look you want.
Neutrals are definitely more commonly chosen, but when you have dark–or even black trim windows–the result is stunning.
The Sheer Fabrics
The solid vanes float between two layers of sheer fabrics. What began as one type of sheer fabric, in a variety of colors, now has two options. ClearView sheer fabrics offer a more defined view–sharp and crisp.
The traditional sheers are still available, and coveted by some homeowners that want that soft, hazy look. It’s really a personal choice, but one more example of how Silhouette Shade features are truly customized to you.
The Operation
How will you choose to operate your window coverings? Do you love the idea of manual operation–from cordless to corded shades, or would you prefer a motorized option? Silhouette Shades are available with a number of operating systems to fit your home and your life.
- Cordless Shades: Push/Pull Operation with LiteRise
- Retractable Corded Shades: UltraGlide
- Cord Loop: Continuous Cord Rotation
- Individual Motorization: The SoftTouch Wand
- Motorized Shades: PowerView Automation
Doors VS Windows
Doors and windows often share the same space in the home. How should they be styled? Sheer shades are a great way to cover both, and you can choose to cover both doors and windows with horizontal sheer shades. You can also mix and match with Silhouette Shade features benefiting the windows in your home, while vertical Luminette sheers cover the doors.
How Will You Choose?
When it comes to custom window treatments, much of fun is found in making them your own! As you can see, with all of these Silhouette Shade features, you’ve got plenty of choices. By visiting our window treatment showroom in Fort Myers, you’ll be able to see examples of ways window shades can be customized so you can narrow down your selections. Then, invite us to your home for a free design consult. We’re excited to help you get started!
