Window Covering Solutions for Every Home
Finding the right window treatments isn’t just about style, it’s about solving how your home manages light, privacy, comfort, and convenience. At A Shade Above, we offer custom window covering solutions, from energy-efficient shades to handcrafted plantation shutters and advanced motorized systems, all designed to fit your lifestyle.
Find the Right Window Covering Solution for Your Home
Every home—and every window—is different. Whether you’re trying to reduce glare, increase privacy, improve energy efficiency, or automate large windows, our design experts help you choose the right solution with the perfect balance of function and style.
Light Control
Control how much natural light enters your space without sacrificing comfort or style. From sheer shadings that softly diffuse sunlight to blackout roller shades for complete darkness, we offer solutions for every lighting need.
Popular solutions include:
- Sheer shades (Pirouette®, Silhouette®, Nantucket™)
- Roller shades (light-filtering & blackout options)
- Roman shades for soft, layered light
Privacy
Create privacy where and when you need it, without making your home feel closed off. Our window treatments are designed to maintain natural light while protecting your space from outside visibility.
Best options for privacy:
- Top-down/bottom-up cellular shades
- Plantation shutters with adjustable louvers
- Layered solutions like drapery paired with shades
Energy Efficiency
Reduce heat gain in the summer and retain warmth in the winter with energy-efficient window coverings. Cellular shades are especially effective at insulating your home and lowering energy costs.
Top energy-saving solutions:
- Cellular (honeycomb) shades
- Solar roller shades
- Plantation shutters with tight seals
Solutions for Large Windows & Sliding Doors
Oversized windows and wide openings require specialized window treatments that provide smooth operation and full coverage. From sliding panels to vertical solutions and motorized shades, we design systems that scale beautifully for larger spaces.
Ideal for:
- Sliding glass doors
- Floor-to-ceiling windows
- Open floor plans
- Wide patio openings
Motorized & Smart Window Technology
Upgrade your home with motorized and smart window treatments designed for convenience, safety, and modern living. Hunter Douglas PowerView® Automation allows you to control your shades with a remote, smartphone app, or voice assistant.
Benefits include:
- Cordless operation for child and pet safety
- Scheduled automation throughout the day
- Integration with smart home systems
- Effortless control of multiple shades at once
Window Covering Solutions by Feature
Choosing the right window treatment often comes down to the features that matter most to your home and lifestyle.
- Light filtering vs. blackout control
- Cordless and child-safe operation
- Moisture-resistant materials for kitchens and bathrooms
- Custom fabrics, textures, and finishes
- Smart home compatibility
Our team will guide you through these options to ensure your window coverings perform exactly how you need them to.
Window Covering Solutions by Window Type
Different window shapes and sizes require tailored solutions. We specialize in designing treatments for:
- Large windows and open floor plans
- Bay and bow windows
- Sliding glass and patio doors
- Arched and specialty-shaped windows
- Bathrooms and high-humidity environments
No matter the challenge, we create custom-fit solutions that enhance both function and design.
Window Covering Solutions FAQ
Window Covering Solutions FAQ
What type of window shades are best for light control?
Roller shades and sheer shadings offer excellent light control options, from blackout fabrics for complete darkness to light-filtering materials that softly diffuse natural light.
What window coverings are best for privacy?
Plantation shutters, layered treatments, and top-down/bottom-up shades offer the best balance of privacy and light.
What are the most energy-efficient window treatments?
Cellular shades are the most effective for insulation and reducing energy costs.
Are motorized window shades worth it?
Yes, motorized window shades improve convenience, eliminate cords for safety, and allow you to control light and privacy with a remote, smartphone app, or voice command.
