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Hunter Douglas Pirouette, Luminette and Silhouette Sheer Shades

Summer rebates on our beautiful Hunter Douglas sheer shades! Visit our Dallas, TX showroom for details.

Get the window fashions you’ve had your eye on. For less.

Buy 4 Duette® Architella® Honeycomb Shades
- Save $100
- Plus $25 OFF each additional unit

Buy 2 Silhouette® Window Shadings
- Save $100
- Plus $50 OFF each additional unit

Buy 1 Luminette® Privacy Sheers or Modern Draperies
- Save $100
- Plus $100 OFF each additional unit

Manufacturer’s rebate offer valid for purchases made between May 3 and September 12, 2011. Limitations and restrictions apply. All rebates will be issued in U.S. Dollars, in the form of an American Express® Prepaid Reward Card.

Hunter Douglas Silhouette Shades
With the Silhouette shades, the Silhouette® soft fabric vanes are suspended between two sheer facings that soften and diffuse light. In addition, the vanes tilt for the desired amount of light and privacy. Our exclusive Silhouette Quartette™ four-inch vane size offers a soft shutter look and superior view-through.

Hunter Douglas Pirouette Shades
At the heart of Pirouette® window shadings is the revolutionary Invisi-Lift™system that allows the horizontal fabric vanes to float gracefully, providing unobstructed views when open, and complete privacy when closed. When the vanes are open, the sheer backing provides significant UV protection and reduces glare.

Hunter Douglas Luminette Privacy Sheer Shades
Luminette® Privacy Sheers were created to completely manage the light in your home. Style. Our graceful folds recall traditional draperies but with a lighter, softer feel. And our sheer fabrics are made of 100% polyester which means greater durability and easy care. Crisp, tailored fabric vanes rotate for the desired amount of light and privacy. The innovative, totally hidden headrail system ensures easy, reliable operation. The exclusive Luminette Privacy Sheers with Quintette™ vane size achieves amazing see-through. For added convenience, a remote control motorized operating system is available. Our Accents by the Yard™ program lets you order matching Luminette® fabric for swags, overtreatments and endless other decorating possibilities.

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Motorization: PowerRise Battery-operated or Hardwired Window Shades for Commercial or Residential Needs

Motorized Blinds and Shades When looking to motorize your window treatments either commercially or in your home, there are multiple options from which to choose: battery-operated motorization and hardwired motorization. At Ross Howard Designs, when people come to our Dallas showroom, we work hard to make sure each customer understands both motorization options clearly so they can make the best choice for their needs.

Consider Janet Harrison and her experience when visiting Ross Howard Designs. Janet Harrison stopped by our showroom on her way home from work. She had found us through the Internet when searching for “Motorized Window Coverings.” When Janet came into our showroom, she told us that she had been on vacation in Florida and stayed in a condo that had motorized window coverings and was interested in some type of motorization for her home. She wasn’t sure if she wanted PowerRise shades by Hunter Douglas, which are a battery-operated option, or if she wanted her custom shades to be hardwired and be compatible with the Creston home automated system currently installed in her home.

After carefully listening to Janet’s needs and evaluating her existing home design, we explained the following options to motorize her window shades:

Commercial Motorized Blinds and Shades If Janet were to go PowerRise-battery operated shades, the lifetime span on the batteries is up to three to four years. The custom shades could be operated with a wireless wall switch anywhere in the room or a remote control. If Janet were to use the Hardwiring option, it would be more costly up front, but she wouldn’t have to worry about changing out the batteries over time, and she would not need any additional controls.

Janet then asked what her options were for motorized window coverings that would give her privacy and UV protection for her leather couch and wood furniture. Together we explored the Hunter Douglas Gallery displays and first stopped at the Hunter Douglas Duette Architella sample, which is a honeycomb shade that provides more insulation for blocking the heat and cold out and is one of the most energy efficient shades in our showroom. Janet also considered purchasing Hunter Douglas Silhouettes, a sheer shading with a light and airy feel that allows 65 percent UV protection in the open position and 99 percent UV protection in the closed position. Lastly, we looked at Hunter Douglas Vignettes, a roman shade style shade that comes in the traditional fold and flat fold. She discovered that all these products are available in room darkening and light filtering and that her choice would simply be based on her interior design needs.

Commercial Motorized Blinds and Shades After looking at the different styles of the window shades, Janet selected the Hunter Douglas Silhouette Light Filtering PowerRise shade. She thought this style of shade suited the décor of her home and stayed within her allotted budget.

Since then Janet has been very happy with her shades. She is enjoying pushing the button on her remote and all the shades coming up or down together.

Visit our showroom in Dallas, TX and find out how you can make your home more comfortable with motorized window coverings! Our showroom has over 70 displays with the latest Hunter Douglas window fashions. Give us a call at 972-490-0088 for our current specials and promotions. If you decide to stop by our showroom make sure you ask us for a free design book!

Ross Howard Designs showroom hours: Monday-Friday: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm, Saturday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Sunday: closed.

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How to Choose the Perfect Window Treatment for Your Home

These days, you have more window treatment choices than ever before. How do you know what type of window coverings will work best in your home? Focus on the following factors to help you select the besst window fashions.

Window treatment type

Window treatments come in a very large variety of types and styles. The most popular are shutters, shades, blinds, toppers and draperies. Each of these types serves a specific purpose and creates a particular style. Plantation shutters, for example, have a classic air that can complement décor types from rustic to European. Blinds work well with contemporary and traditional décors. The large variety of available shades can complement any interior trend or style. Custom draperies and toppers – either standing alone or paired with another window covering – can create a unique look all its own.

Color and texture

The color and texture you choose for your window treatment should complement the rest of your décor without locking you into keeping things just as you have them today. Choose a color and texture that can flow nicely with a range of décor elements so you’re free to adjust other pieces of the room without having to change your window coverings.

Functionality

While window coverings can be the cornerstone of your overall interior décor, they also exist to serve a purpose – to cover your windows! Be careful not to lose sight of what you need your window treatments to do for you. Carefully consider issues such as light and privacy control when selecting your window treatments.

Quality

Window treatments aren’t just a purchase, they’re a true investment in your home. When considering your options, look for leading window treatment brands that have a solid warranty and easily available repair centers, such as the Hunter Douglas brand.

Blind & Shade Safety

If you have small children in your home, limit your options to those window coverings that utilize a cordless, safe operation. Many blinds and shades, such as Hunter Douglas blinds and shades, can be customized for maximum safety without sacrificing style.

Still not Sure About Which Window Covering to Select?

With so many window covering options available, the choices can sometimes seem overwhelming. Don’t worry, you don’t have to go it alone. Most reputable window treatment dealers offer free consultations where a qualified window treatment expert can help you narrow down the options to the ones that fit best with your interior design goals.

Why Ross Howard?

Ross Howard Design has been the Dallas area’s leader in interior design, home fashions, and custom window treatment for homes and businesses since 1981. The professional designers at Ross Howard are committed to bringing you the latest styles, current trends, and innovative technologies. For more expert information on interior design, or for a free consultation, give us a call today – 972-490-0088. If you decide to stop by our showroom make sure you ask us for a free design book!