Hunter Douglas offers a comprehensive range of light-filtering options designed to enhance both residential and commercial spaces. Understanding these options is crucial for selecting window treatments that balance natural light, privacy, and aesthetic appeal.
Light-Filtering Solutions by Hunter Douglas
Hunter Douglas provides various products that cater to different light control needs:
Sheers and Shadings
These treatments diffuse sunlight, reducing glare while maintaining privacy. Notable options include:
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Silhouette® Window Shadings: Feature adjustable S-shaped vanes suspended between two sheer fabrics, allowing precise control over light and privacy.
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Luminette® Privacy Sheers: Ideal for larger windows and sliding doors, combining sheer fabric with vertical rotating vanes for versatile light control.
Duolite® Design
The Duolite® system integrates two fabrics of varying opacities into a single shade, offering seamless transition between light diffusion and room darkening. This feature is available in:
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Vignette® Modern Roman Shades: Combine a light-filtering front shade with a room-darkening back panel on a single roller.
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Silhouette® Duolite® Shadings: Pair a translucent Silhouette shading in front with a room-darkening roller shade behind, providing both view-through and privacy.
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Duette® Honeycomb Shades: Known for energy efficiency, these shades offer the Duolite feature for enhanced light control.
LightLock™ System
For optimal room darkening, the LightLock™ system, exclusive to Duette® Honeycomb Shades, utilizes U-shaped side channels to absorb incoming light, making it ideal for bedrooms and media rooms.
Selecting the Right Light-Filtering Option
Choosing the appropriate light-filtering solution depends on the specific requirements of each space:
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Living Areas: Sheers and shadings like Silhouette® Window Shadings are suitable for spaces where natural light is desired without compromising privacy.
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Bedrooms: Duolite® shades or treatments with the LightLock™ system are recommended for their superior room-darkening capabilities, promoting restful sleep.
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Offices: Light-filtering shades that reduce glare while allowing sufficient daylight can enhance productivity and comfort.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do light-filtering fabrics differ from room-darkening fabrics?
A: Light-filtering fabrics diffuse incoming light, creating a soft glow and reducing glare, while room-darkening fabrics block a significant amount of light, providing enhanced privacy and darkness.
Q: What is the Duolite® feature, and how does it function?
A: Duolite® combines two fabrics of different opacities into a single shade, allowing users to switch between light diffusion and room darkening as needed.
Q: Are there energy-efficient light-filtering options available?
A: Yes, Duette® Honeycomb Shades are designed for energy efficiency, trapping air in their cellular structure to provide insulation.
Q: Can light-filtering shades protect furniture from UV damage?
A: Many light-filtering shades, such as Silhouette® Window Shadings, offer UV protection, helping to preserve furniture and flooring from sun damage.
Q: How do I choose the right opacity level for my space?
A: Consider the room's purpose and desired light control. Living areas may benefit from light-filtering fabrics, while bedrooms might require room-darkening options for better sleep quality.
For personalized assistance in selecting the ideal light-filtering solution, contact BMD Materials at www.bmdmaterials.com.